Justice Is Served! A Brooklyn Federal Jury Finds Two Men Guilty of Jam Master Jay’s Murder

As one-third of the legendary hip-hop group Run-DMC, Jam Master Jay was a beloved community member. His death shocked the world, with many calling for the capture of the suspects involved. For nearly 22 years, Jam Master Jay's (real name: Jason Mizell) murder was unsolved. Due to several investigations, two suspects were named and indicted in…

ByKerbi LynnMarch 15, 20240Comments

Breaking News

Tory Lanez Was Found Guilty on All Counts in the Shooting of Megan Thee Stallion

After a whirlwind trial full of back and forths, emotional statements, and confusing testimonies, Tory Lanez has been found guilty on all counts in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting case. The counts include assault with a semiautomatic handgun, carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle, and discharging a firearm with gross negligence. He faces…

ByKiara ManningDecember 23, 20220Comments

Politics

Nine HBCUs Receive Bomb Threats

On January 4, 2022, nine HBCUs (historically black colleges and universities) reported a series of bomb threats. The schools targeted included Spelman College, Howard University, and Xavier University of Louisiana. Students, staff, and faculty were advised to evacuate. Authorities responded and found no active devices on any of the campuses. The Council on American-Islamic…

ByShannon TaylorJanuary 17, 20220Comments

Fashion

The Elba’s Collaborate on a Capsule Collection with Louboutin

#WALKAMILESINMYSHOES, A CAPSULE COLLECTION Last week, The Elbas shared their new project, #walkamilesinmyshoes, in collaboration with French designer, Christian Louboutin. They have been friends for a while. Due to this fact, they decided to put their friendship and values together in order to create #WalkAMileInMyShoes. This is a capsule collection design by Sabrina & Idris Elba…

ByPrina MinkalaJune 21, 20210Comments

Breaking News Television

#SayHerName: 18-Year-Old Nia Wilson Killed in Apparent Hate Crime

Nia Wilson, aged 18, was stabbed and killed in an apparent hate crime that also left her older sister in the hospital in critical condition. The attack took place around 9:45 pm at McArthur Station on July 22. According to Agency spokesman Jim Allison, the suspect was described by witnesses as a heavyset white man in…

ByChildish KiddAugust 4, 20180Comments

Lifestyle

Ramad Chatman Found Innocent but Sent to Jail. Why?

In 2012 Ramad Chatman was convicted of breaking and entering for stealing a $120 television. It was his first offense and he was charged with five years of probation including monthly check-ins, community service, and staying employed. Perhaps a steep sentence considering the offense, but of course breaking the law has consequences. But who could have predicted…