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Source: FAMU College of Law / Screenshot Apparently, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has done such a thorough job of making his state a paradise for the white and eternally fragile that a historically Black university can’t use the word “Black” in flyers promoting its — *checks notes*— Black History Month event. According to News 6, Florida A&M University law student Aaliyah Steward said she was told by her school that […]

Source: LordHenriVoton / Getty Arkansas State University has found itself in the middle of a scandal regarding a couple of alleged incidents of “hateful and deeply inappropriate behavior,” by which the university means abhorrent, but also completely common anti-Black racism. Apparently, the controversy began last week, when ASU student Isabell Dickerson, a Black woman who lives in the dorm Pack Place, Building 2 at the school, wrote in a Jan. 28 Facebook […]

Source: Alex Wong / Getty When South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott woke up Friday morning to the news that President Donald Trump had posted a racist image of Barack and Michelle Obama depicted as apes, he must have clutched his pearls, thrown a few passionate punches at the air, and damn near thrown away his MAGA-fied tap-dancing shoes, because he finally found out that the racist president he has claimed […]

Source: Michael Tullberg / Getty Kid ‘N Play are beloved ’90s icons, more for their House Party movies than even their rap hits. The senior statesmen of hip hop have made the rounds of awards shows and podcasts talking about their time as one of music’s top duos. But now Christopher “Kid” Reid is speaking on more serious topics. The 61-year-old told Good Morning America that last summer, he received […]

Source: Donald Trump is dealing with the fallout of his most recent out-of-pocket and racist move yet after sharing a video that depicted the Obamas as apes.  Even his most faithful Republicans are calling for him to apologize—including Senator Tim Scott—but one person who’s doubling down on their MAGA allegiance is Mike Tyson.  The heavyweight champ was on Jesse Watters Primetime on Fox when Trump came up. First, Watters brought […]

Source: Bettmann / Getty Black athletes have consistently redefined sports, breaking barriers and creating moments that transcend the game. Instrumental in shaping the landscape of sports, Black athletes have been breaking barriers, and inspiring social change through their excellence and resilience. Today, African Americans continue to dominate and redefine national sports, using their platforms to advocate for equality, challenge stereotypes, and inspire global audiences. Here are the top 10 most […]

Source: Reach Media / Radio One In a world that moves fast, staying informed is key to our empowerment. Sybil Wilkes is back with “What We Need to Know,” delivering the essential headlines that impact our community. From constitutional debates shaking up Washington to celebrating Black excellence and health awareness, here’s a look at the stories that matter this week. Here is a breakdown of the critical updates you need […]

Source: Jason Miller / Getty During a recent appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Deion Sanders covered several topics, but one answer stood out. Asked about a possible NFL coaching future, Sanders delivered a clear and immediate response. He said nothing could convince him to make that jump. Sanders tied his stance directly to his son’s recent experience in the league. He explained that last season changed how he views the […]

Source: Julia Beverly / Getty In a tragic turn of events, Nathan Smith, professionally known as DJ Young Slade and the son of renowned rapper and producer Lil Jon, has passed away at the age of 27. The heartbreaking announcement was confirmed by Lil Jon in a statement to TMZ on Thursday. Lil Jon expressed his profound grief, saying, “I am extremely heartbroken for the tragic loss of our son, […]