Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

‘Let Us In!’: Chaos ensues after a Howard University graduation cancelled

Photo: Getty Images A Howard University graduation ceremony was shut down after the venue reached capacity, sparking chaos among students and their family members. On Thursday (May 9), the graduation ceremony for Howard University’s College o...

16th Annual Black Male Achievement and Scholarship Award Program Circle of Excellence

The 16th Annual Black Male Achievement and Scholarship Award Program celebrated excellence in student achievement and community support. With over 600 guests in attendance, the event awarded scholarships to graduating Black male students from Chesape...

How Jason Kelce built his personal brand and became a Philly legend

Jason Kelce is sticking with his underdog brand as his post-NFL career takes off. Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images by Amy Lavin, Temple University and Sheri Lambert, Temple University Philly icon and former Eagles star Jason Kelce has continued to make he...

Former Baltimore Prosecutor Marilyn Mosby’s Legal Team Argues Against Prison Sentence as Court Date Approaches

Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby’s legal team, under the direction of public defender James Wyda, vehemently opposed the imposition of a prison sentence and argued for a lesser punishment than the potential 40 years that are still on...

Recorder Rewind: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers Game 4

Take a look at some photos from the New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, on May 12 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. New York Knicks legend Walt ‘Clyde’ Frazier was in attendance for Game 4 of the Ea...

Atlanta Hawks secure No. 1 NBA draft pick for first time in 50 years: Here are their best options

The Atlanta Hawks made history by winning the NBA Draft Lottery for the time since it began in 1985. Entering the draft lottery, the Hawks were expected to pick 10th and held a 3% chance of receiving the top overall pick.& Luck was on the Hawk...

Anita Baker’s Atlanta show cancelled on Mother’s Day weekend

Anita Baker caused an uproar after she cancelled her Atlanta show during Mother’s Day weekend. The legendary songstress was scheduled to perform before a capacity crowd at State Farm Arena on May 11.& In a statement, officials at State Farm Ar...

Disney’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to open on June 28, offering immersive experience

Get ready for an exciting new addition to Walt Disney World as “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” is all set to open on June 28. This thrilling attraction will take you on a journey through the mystical world of Disney’s beloved chara...

TALI’s Emerging Leaders Program 2024 Cohort

THE 2024 ELP COHORT—Left-Right Back Row: Derrick Shoffner, Waris Wade, Ariell Antonio, Jennifer Whitley, Seth Phillips, Charles Potter, Travis Roache, Brandon Davis, and Alena Anderson. Left-Right Middle Row: Joe Oyatta, Amstrid Gomez, Deja Starks,...

May 9, 2024

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Shuman reopening delayed as operator countersues Allegheny County

Allegheny County’s Shuman Juvenile Detention Center sits shuttered on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, in Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar. (Photo by Stephanie Strasburg/PublicSource) Adelphoi Western alleges that County Council’s legal maneuvers amount to improper...