by Mary Spiller February 7, 2026 Authorities say no foul play is suspected in the death of Nathan Smith, 27, who was reported missing earlier this week. The body of Nathan Smith, the 27-year-old son of rapper and producer Lil Jon, was discovered Feb. 6 in a pond near his home in Georgia, just days…

by Kandiss Edwards February 7, 2026 Greason grew up in Atlanta and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Bill Greason is now recognized as the last living player from the Negro Leagues era after the passing of Ron “Schoolboy” Teasley. Teasley passed away Feb. 3, making Gleason, 101, the last surviving…

by Mary Spiller February 7, 2026 The Fourth Circuit lifted the lower court block on executive orders targeting diversity programs at federal agencies and government contractors. A federal appeals court on Jan. 6 ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing it to move forward with executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion…

by Mary Spiller February 7, 2026 Owners of a luxury Baccarat Hotel residence claim the boxing star defaulted on a six-figure monthly lease and failed to meet a settlement agreement. Floyd Mayweather Jr. is facing a breach-of-contract lawsuit from the owners of a luxury Manhattan apartment who allege the retired boxing champion failed to pay…

by Kandiss Edwards February 7, 2026 Organizers encourage supporters to share coverage of the 50th anniversary event using the hashtag #CWG50 to help amplify awareness.  Colgate Women’s Games is marking its 50th anniversary this season and will stream its closing events live on Feb 7 at 10:45 a.m EST. The nation’s longest-running indoor track and…

by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 7, 2026 Dedicated descendants have restored Route 66’s only Black-owned gas station to its former glory and are planning to expand it further. The Threatt Filling Station in Oklahoma, the only Black-owned station on historic Route 66, has been revived by dedicated descendants determined to honor their ancestors’ legacy. Founded in…

by Kandiss Edwards February 7, 2026 The home, valued at about $200,000, is the second project built by Flint River Habitat for Humanity. A Georgia mom who works as a truck driver was given a home thanks to a partnership between Flint River Habitat for Humanity and Phoebe Medical Center. On Feb. 4, Salisia Pascoe…

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton February 7, 2026 The team celebrates Black History Month by spotlighting the wide receiver’s journey To celebrate and acknowledge Black History Month, the Atlanta Falcons released a video highlighting the journey of wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge from an HBCU to the NFL. The team dropped the video showcasing his HBCU…

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton February 6, 2026 “I’m urging all of my fans, all of your loved ones, to get checked out.” Christopher Reid, “Kid” from the legendary hip-hop group Kid ‘N Play, revealed the full story behind his heart transplant surgery On Good Morning America, Reid told Michael Strahan that he had a…