by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 23, 2026 Teddy Riley is shifting his stance on defending R. Kelly, acknowledging that “words carry weight,” especially when it comes to survivors. Teddy Riley is walking back recent comments defending R. Kelly after previously saying he planned to “bring in investors” to release 25 albums the singer reportedly recorded while…
by Sharelle B. McNair February 23, 2026 DOE Secretary Linda McMahon claims the sentiment of equity is a disguise. Portland, Oregon Public Schools’ Center for Black Student Excellence (CBSE) is under investigation from the Trump Administration’s Department of Education (DOE), claiming the center focuses solely on Black students when there are larger issues, before it…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 23, 2026 The incident and the handling of its aftermath sparked a lot of concern across the Black community. Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo had to undergo a racially charged experience while presenting at the British Academy of Film Awards (BAFTA). The “Sinners” actors appeared on stage to present the…
by Sharelle B. McNair February 23, 2026 Jamaica, Queens, resident Ketlyne called the mall “legendary” and remembered it not just being a place to shop for the latest and greatest at inexpensive prices, but where you would go to grow up. New Yorkers from all over gathered in front of what used to be known…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 23, 2026 Coogler has added another Black cinematic achievement to his resume with his latest BAFTA win. Ryan Coogler continues his storied run for “Sinners” with a history-making win at the BAFTA Film Awards. The “Sinners” director and screenwriter has become the first Black person to win Original Screenplay at the…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 23, 2026 The daycare owner who was jailed for shooting her husband after discovering child abuse at her center is now free and focused on moving forward. A daycare owner who was jailed for shooting her husband after discovering he was sexually abusing children at her childcare center is now speaking…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 23, 2026 New polling shows Jasmine Crockett could beat Republicans in the upcoming Texas Senate general election. A new poll suggests U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett may have the strongest chance among Democrats to challenge Republicans in Texas’ upcoming U.S. Senate general election. New polling from Hart Research shows the outspoken Dallas…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton February 23, 2026 Shields record is now 18-0 as Crews-Dezurn falls to 10-3. Undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields stays undefeated in a very convincing unanimous decision in her home state of Michigan when she beat Franchon Crews-Dezurn at Little Caesars Arena. According to ESPN, Shields, who has a professional boxing record…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 23, 2026 Twenty-four percent of respondents argued that the racist label ‘does not fit,’ with a third having ‘no opinion on the matter.’ A new survey has unveiled how half of America really thinks of President Trump. The survey’s findings detailed that nearly a majority of U.S. citizens think Trump has…
by Black Enterprise February 23, 2026 The author’s story is not unique. It’s the story many LGBTQ+ people share. Written By Jaymes Black Malcolm X once said, “Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.” My pathway to education and leadership has been nonlinear: I…
