by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 31, 2025 Federal data show that more than half of agents on the southern border are Hispanic. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is criticizing Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass after she commented on reports of a rise in Latino hires among U.S. Border Patrol agents. On Dec. 29, DHS spokesperson…
by Sharelle B. McNair December 31, 2025 She was an actress and choreographer who moved between ballet, modern dance, film, and television. Carmen de Lavallade, the brilliant and vibrant modern dancer and choreographer, known for her frequent collaborations with Alvin Ailey, died Monday, Dec. 29. She was 94. The announcement was made on Facebook by the…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 31, 2025 He died of complications of kidney failure at a nursing home in Sandy Spring, Md. Grammy-nominated gospel singer-songwriter Richard Smallwood died Dec. 30 from complications of kidney failure. He was 77. “We are saddened to announce the passing of world-renowned artist, songwriter, and musician Richard Smallwood,” read…
by Mitti Hicks December 31, 2025 There are now 19 countries, plus Palestine, on Trump’s full travel ban list. Most of the countries listed in the full travel ban are African and Arab. Burkina Faso and Mali have announced reciprocal visa bans on United States citizens, just weeks after President Donald Trump added the two…
by Sharelle B. McNair December 31, 2025 A law dated 2010 ordered the bureau to receive funding from the Fed while the administration argued since the Fed was operating at a loss, there was a lack of funding for CFPB. After the Trump administration tried to declare the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) an illegal…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors December 31, 2025 The Elevating Your Excellence series by Black Enterprise serves as a definitive chronicle of Black brilliance and industrial impact. The Elevate Your Excellence series by Black Enterprise serves as a definitive chronicle of Black brilliance, resilience, and industrial impact. The curated 2025 roundup of visionaries represents more than…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 31, 2025 The beloved character died Dec. 30 after a brief illness. Actor Isiah Whitlock, Jr. who was celebrated for his work in The Wire, Veep, and Your Honor as well as several Spike Lee films, died in New York on Dec. 30, his business manager, Brian Liebman, told Deadline. Liebman…
by Ahsan Washington December 31, 2025 From the iconic ball drop in New York City to Las Vegas’ neon-lit Strip takeover, crowds gather nationwide to celebrate the new year. New Year’s Eve serves as a cultural and personal reset. But cities nationwide turn the countdown into large-scale celebrations that blend community gathering, tourism, and entertainment…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 31, 2025 Diggs’ attorney, David Meier, denied the accusations levied against his client. New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing accusations of strangulation and assault from his former personal chef, ESPN reports. The incident allegedly took place at Diggs’ residence on Dec. 2. The chef, who has…
by Ahsan Washington December 31, 2025 Black‑owned champagne and sparkling‑wine houses are re‑imagining the toast and infusing it with style. The celebratory pop of a champagne cork has long symbolized success and celebration. But this holiday season popping bottles can carry a deeper significance. Black‑owned champagne and sparkling‑wine houses are re‑imagining the toast and infusing…
