*California has announced its reparations package and it is a largely unfunded generalized policy. Attorney Antonio Moore – who testified as a lead expert when the #AB3121 bill was in its infancy – explains how the legislative body failed to create any form of functional reparations policy. Governor Gavin Newsom showed early support for the process.
*(CNN) — Hootie & the Blowfish frontman and country music singer Darius Rucker was arrested in Tennessee on Thursday, according to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. Rucker was arrested by police in Franklin and charged with simple possession/casual exchange and violation of registration law, according to Lt. Becky Coyle with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.
*We caught up with the stars of “Three Little Birds,” a visually arresting drama series created by actor, comedian, and co-founder of Comic Relief, Sir Lenny Henry. The BritBox series is inspired by the stories of Henry’s mother and aunties. This 1950s-set drama captures the resilience and sacrifices of previous generations and their extraordinary voyage
AAFCA – Delta Airlines logos *The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), representing the largest group of Black film critics globally, is thrilled to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Delta Air Lines to curate a unique collection of films celebrating Black History Month. This in-flight collaboration marks a historic first for AAFCA and promises to
The Breakfast Club crew (Charlamagne Tha God – former host Angela Yee – DJ Envy) – Getty *Media personality Angela Yee responded to comedian Jess Hilarious officially taking her place on “The Breakfast Club.” Earlier this week, we reported that Jess officially joined “The Breakfast Club” as the newest co-host of the popular NYC-based radio
A gathering hosted by the California Black Health Network and its community partners at Drip Espresso in downtown Sacramento listened to experts of public health discuss expected respectful treatment and high-quality care from healthcare providers. Dec. 5, 2023. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey. *The DRiP Espresso coffee shop in Sacramento, in partnership with the
Country/Rocker Michael Botte signs with Big Records/Orchard/Sony Music, preps for March and June releases. *“My father’s voice became my voice,” said Country/Rock artist Michael Botte about his music. “He sang more than he spoke!” A native of Philadelphia, Michael Botte is a chart-topping singer/songwriter who started a band during the COVID pandemic in his hometown.
*New York (CNN) — Conservatives are going into self-exile. The movement that once championed small, business-friendly government is now led by far-right media forces hoping to cash in on attention from raging culture wars, sealing off its adherents from the rest of society. From a bird’s eye view, the state of affairs among MAGA Media
*(CNN) — Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry and New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu are set to go head to head in the very first NBA vs. WNBA three-point contest later this month. The battle between the sharpshooters will be held on February 17 at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis during All-Star Weekend
Mariana van Zeller attends the premiere of “Limitless With Chris Hemsworth” at Jazz at Lincoln Center on November 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images) *We caught up with award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller to discuss National Geographic’s Trafficked Underworlds with Mariana Van Zeller, a suspenseful docuseries that takes viewers inside