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Judge seeks additional information before ruling on Halbert removal

Additional information has been requested from both camps, before a judge will rule on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit pursuing the removal of embattled Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert for willful neglect of office. Circuit Court Judge Felicia Corbin...

Jaren Jackson Jr. Reflects on the Passing of Basketball Icon Dikembe Mutombo

The NBA lost one of its all-time greats with the passing of Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, who died of brain cancer at the age of 57. A dominant force on the court, Mutombo’s legendary shot-blocking prowess and humanitarian work left a lasting...

GRIZZLIES: Ja Morant is happy, says ‘a happy Ja is a scary Ja’

“A happy Ja is a scary Ja.” That was said by Ja Morant after he was asked how his mental health was doing. Ja Morant has become the forgotten superstar among the talking heads this past season. Morant said, “I am the happiest I have ever...

After Undermining Black New Yorkers Mayor Adams Now Playing Race Card As Criminal Prosecution Nears

By Colin Benjamin Photos: YouTube Screenshots After becoming the first sitting Mayor of New York City to be indicted on criminal charges, Eric Adams, who used to call himself “the Biden of Brooklyn,” insinuated he was being targeted by the Bid...

Closing arguments expected in trial of 3 former Memphis officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ death

By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press Closing arguments were expected Tuesday in the federal trial of three former Memphis police officers charged with violating Tyre Nichols’ civil rights in a beating that proved fatal following a 2023 traffic stop...

Governor Hochul Says New Yorkers’ Confidence In Mayor Adams Is “Wavering”

By Rebecca C. Lewis\City & State Photos: YouTube Screenshots Gov. Kathy Hochul addressed New York City reporters for the first time on Monday since New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted last week. She confirmed that she spoke to the...

Hundreds turn out for renaming of “8Ball Boulevard & MJG Avenue” to honor rap duo

The honorary naming of Park Avenue and Airways Boulevard after two pioneers of Memphis rap was set to start at 2 p.m. But like many a rap concert . . . let’s just say it took a little while for the ceremony to get underway. But when it did, Ora...

Memphis Tigers get back on track with 24-7 win over MTSU

The University of Memphis returned to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium looking to get back on track after last week’s loss to the Navy Midshipmen. The Tigers found their rhythm with a 24-7 win over the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders in front...

NYC Voters Distrust Mayor Eric Adams And Think He Prioritizes His Interests Over Everyday New Yorkers

By Isa Alomran And Rob Todaro\Data Progress Photos: YouTube Screenshots A new Data for Progress survey, in conjunction with No Power Grab NYC and commissioned by New Yorkers Defending Democracy, examined 1,421 New York City likely voters’ perc...

Mayor Eric Adams Is Already Guilty—Of Betraying Black New York Voters

Black Star News Editorial Photos: YouTube Screenshots Mayor Eric Adams made dubious history on Thursday when he was indicted by the federal government on bribery and campaign finance offenses. Whether Adams is guilty of those charges remains t...

Hundreds turn out to sample slices at inaugural Memphis Pizza Fest at Agricenter

The aroma of freshly baked pizza filled the air at the AgriCenter International recently as Memphis celebrated its inaugural Pizza Festival. Originally set to feature 22 pizzerias, the event saw 17 local pizza makers showcasing their unique talents t...

Queens Teens Gather For Youth Entrepreneur Summit At York College

Photos: Facebook Queens, NY – September 2024 – The YOUTHpreneur Summit, held on Saturday, September 21, at York College in Queens, brought together over 150 local teens for an inspiring day of learning, networking, and entrepreneurship. Organized...

Unite NY Statement On Indictment Of Mayor Eric Adams

By Unite NY Photos: YouTube Screenshots Unite NY Executive Director Timothy Dunn issued the following statement regarding the historic federal criminal indictment against disgraced Mayor Eric Adams: “It is disappointing, but not surpris...

GUILTY: Justin Johnson convicted on all counts in Young Dolph’s murder

By TRAVIS LOLLER and ADRIAN SAINZ, Associated Press Justin Johnson was found guilty of murder in the death of rapper Young Dolph on Thursday after the jury heard testimony from a co-defendant that the killing was part of a feud between rival record l...

Department Of Justice: New York City Mayor Eric Adams Charged With Bribery, Campaign Finance Offenses

The following is today’s press release, from the office of the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announcing the indictment of Mayor Eric Adams–the first ever of a sitting Mayor of New York City.Damian Williams, the United...