by Mary Spiller January 19, 2026 The former CNN anchor faces backlash from MAGA activists following a livestreamed protest at a St. Paul church. Former CNN anchor Don Lemon is facing calls for his arrest and a federal investigation after participating in livestream coverage of a protest that disrupted a church service in St. Paul,…
For the past years, the nation has observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate and remember the leader who questioned America’s racial identity, ethical practices and transformed civil rights globally. Cinema allows us to experience Dr. King’s message deeply through drama and documentary, highlighting key moments and themes. Through these films, viewers can understand…
by Ahsan Washington January 19, 2026 These 10 MLK quotes matter now more than ever in 2026. The King holiday marks 58 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. In the current political climate, the Rev. Dr. King’s words hit hard with as much impact today as they did during…
by Mary Spiller January 19, 2026 Combat-wounded former service members say current policy denies them earned military retirement, despite lifelong, service-connected injuries. Two Army veterans, Lyle Allen and Chad Rogers, say they are among thousands of disabled service members nationwide who feel they have been shortchanged by the federal government after careers cut short by…
by Mary Spiller January 19, 2026 The singer described 2025 as a “crash out campaign,” thanked his family and fans for support, and stated that a new chapter is beginning. Ray J is signaling a turning point after a year marked by controversy, health scares, and public scrutiny, saying he is entering a new phase…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 19, 2026 A new survey Retrospec conducted with 1,000 American parents uncovered a revealing snapshot of how families navigate outdoor time in a world shaped by screens. A new survey Retrospec conducted with 1,000 American parents uncovered a revealing snapshot of how families navigate outdoor time in a world shaped…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 19, 2026 Stay invested in large-cap AI leaders while broadening exposure beyond the narrowest part of the market. Investors who navigated 2025 with diversified portfolios didn’t just reduce risk—they enhanced returns. In 2026, the playbook for many investors remains balanced: Stay invested in large-cap AI leaders while broadening exposure beyond…
by Mary Spiller January 19, 2026 Police say suspects forced driver to travel across Palm Beach County for hours while attempting to use stolen credit cards. Boynton Beach police have arrested two suspects accused of kidnapping an Uber driver at gunpoint and forcing the victim to drive them around Palm Beach County for nearly two…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 19, 2026 The shoe’s colorway pays tribute to the Memphis hotel where King was assassinated, now the National Civil Rights Museum. LeBron James has revealed his new Nike shoe paying tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King. The “Honor The King” sneaker, revealed as part of the Nike LeBron 23 collection, honors…
by Mitti Hicks January 19, 2026 As of Jan. 15, 2026, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.06%, down from 7.04% the year before. It appears that relief is on the horizon for prospective homebuyers as mortgage rates continue to decline. The average rate on a conventional mortgage in the U.S. has dropped to 6.06%,…
