Simone Biles Isn’t Here For DWTS Judges: ‘Smiling Doesn’t Win You Gold Medals’
Lesson #1: Don't come for the Olympic gold medalist gymnast without being sent for.
And The Richest Man In Hip-Hop Is…
Forbes just released its annual list of hip-hop’s richest artists of 2017, and Mr. Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop sits at the top, yet again.
Reports: ‘Scandal’ Will End After Season 7
It’s handled. According to multiple reports, Scandal the popular show that upgraded Kerry Washington‘s profile, helped Shonda Rhimes dominate TV and kicked off a Golden Age of Black TV, is ending after 7 seasons.
Jocelyn K. Allen to Receive the 2017 Patricia L. Tobin Media Professional Award
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) proudly announces the selection of Jocelyn K. Allen as the recipient of the 2017 Patricia L. Tobin Media Professional Award.
A Golden Partnership for Youth Athletics Amateur Athletic Union Track and Field and Carl Lewis Announce Innovative Collaboration
On Tuesday, May 9th, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and Carl Lewis’ The Perfect Method (TPM) announced an exciting agreement designed to solve an urgent problem in youth athletics today. The two entities believe that by leveraging their respective brands together, they will optimize the opportunity to offer coaches and young athletes the tools to maximize performance and reach their athletic potential.
Andy Cohen Weighs In On Phaedra’s ‘RHOA’ Reunion Lie
Real Housewives of Atlanta executive producer Andy Cohen is speaking out about the pearl-clutching final reunion episode, where the bombshell was dropped that former cast member Phaedra Parks was responsible for spreading a vicious lie about Kandi Burress.
All Eyez On Me Celebrates Mother's Day 2017 #DearMama
In celebration of Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 14th) and the beloved lyrics of Tupac Shakur’s “Dear Mama”, please see below for a *first look* of the new film, ALL EYEZ ON ME, showcasing the strong relationship between Tupac (Demetrius Shipp) and his mother, Afeni Shakur (Danai Gurira).
Steve McQueen To Take On Tupac Doc
Academy Award-winner Steve McQueen is set to direct a documentary about Tupac Shakur. Shakur Estate trustee Tom Whalley and Amaru Entertainment said Tuesday that the film is fully sanctioned by the late hip-hop artist’s estate.
Jennifer Hudson Joins ‘The Voice’
The Voice has a new coach – and she’s no stranger to singing competition shows. Jennifer Hudson, who lost on American Idol but nevertheless became a successful entertainer and an Oscar winner, is joining the judge’s circle on The Voice next season.
Daymond John of ‘Shark Tank’ Fame Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
The FUBU founder revealed his battle with thyroid cancer.
Judge Hatchett And Son Sue Cedar Sinai After His Wife’s Death
Normally, I write about fights inside the boxing ring folks, but this is one major fight that’s taking place outside the ring that has huge consequences as it pits television judge Glenda Hatchett and her son, Charles S. Johnson IV, against one of the largest medical institutions in Los Angeles: Cedars Sinai Hospital.
Jay Z Signs Multimillion Dollar Deal With Live Nation
Jay Z has signed a $200 million, 10-year deal with tour promoter Live Nation.
Statement from CBC Chairman & Top Judiciary Democrat on White House Voter Fraud Investigation
Today, the Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressman Cedric Richmond (D-La.), and the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.), released the following statement on President Trump’s creation of the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity to investigate voter fraud. Vice President Mike Pence will be the chair of the commission and Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach will be the vice chair.
UPDATE: Suspect Charged in Fatal Shooting at 13203 Robinglen Drive
Charges have been filed against a suspect in the fatal shooting of a man at 13203 Robinglen Drive about 7:30 a.m. on March 30. The suspect, Quinn Henderson (b/m, 29), is charged with murder in the 232nd State District Court. He is accused in the killing of his son-in-law, Hollingsworth Green, 32, of the above address, who was pronounced deceased at West Houston Medical Center.
We Need to Protect Our Right to Vote
Cristóbal J. Alex, President of Latino Victory Fund issued the following statement in response to Trump’s signing of an executive order that would roll back voting protections for people of color all across the country:
Rice Athletics to Host 5th Annual Student Leadership Conference Friday
Rice University's Athletics Department and Rice faculty, students and staff will host 600 students from IDEA Public Schools’ charter schools May 12 for the fifth annual Student Leadership Conference from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. The schools are based in the Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio and Austin, Texas. The conference will culminate with students attending the Rice-Middle Tennessee State University baseball game in the evening.
Shawn "JAY Z" Carter Signs 10-Year Touring Contract With Live Nation
Deal Continues Long-Standing Partnership with Largest Producer of Live Music Concerts
Today, Shawn "JAY Z" Carter and Live Nation announced an exclusive touring partnership. The agreement continues JAY Z's longstanding partnership with the world's leading live entertainment company. The deal includes worldwide touring, in which Live Nation will produce and promote JAY Z concert events.
Rep. Coleman On Sen. Whitmire Passing the Sandra Bland Act Out of the Senate
Today, May 11, Senator John Whitmire passed SB 1849, the Senate companion to HB 2702, also known as the Sandra Bland Act, out of the Senate. SB 1849 will now head to the House. Chair Coleman released the following statement:
Texas House Backs Bill to Improve Texas Nursing Homes
Bipartisan effort seeks to avoid potential nursing home crisis
Members of the Texas House of Representatives took a huge step Thursday toward addressing years of nursing home underfunding, passing House Bill 2766.
Prepared Remarks by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to Bethune-Cookman University’s 2017 Spring Commencement
Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos delivered her first commencement address as Secretary to Bethune-Cookman University’s class of 2017 in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Secretary was awarded a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa by B-CU president Dr. Edison O. Jackson.
ACLU of Texas Comment on House Advancing of HB3859
Today, the Texas House of Representatives voted to advance House Bill 3859 (HB3859), a bill that would allow child welfare caseworkers and state-funded child adoption and foster agencies to impose their personal religious beliefs on children in their care and disqualify LGBT families from the State’s foster and adoption system.
It’s Time to Stop Jailing People Accused of Misdemeanor Crimes Simply Because They Are Poor
Justice delayed is justice denied. For too long, that’s been the case in Harris County, where people languish behind bars for weeks and months awaiting trial for minor, nonviolent misdemeanors because they cannot afford bail. Enough is enough. The time has come for Harris County to leave its wealth-based bail system in the past, take a seat at the settlement table, and fully commit to forward-thinking bail reform.
Trump’s Termination of FBI Director James Comey Raises Great Constitutional Concerns
Jackson Lee: “The President’s impetuous act is further evidence that the President has abandoned constitutional norms and abused his power in a desperate attempt to derail the investigation into Russian collusion with Trump Campaign officials.”
Rep. Thierry Selected to Serve on Steering Committee for Texas Maternal Mortality as Her Bill Passes Unanimously Out of Public Health Committee
House Bill 2403 will direct the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force to investigate the causes of why African American women die at three times the rate as other women during or shortly after childbirth. Authored by Representative Thierry (D-Houston), the bill was passed unanimously out of the House Committee on Public Health and has the endorsement of health organizations including the American Heart Association, March of Dimes, Texas Pediatric Society, the Afiya Center, and the Texas Medical Association.
'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Saves More Than 5,000 Lives
1 in 10 Texans still not buckling up, resulting in 9 percent increase in unbelted deaths in 2016
This month marks the 15th anniversary of the “Click It or Ticket” campaign urging Texans to buckle up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that since its inception 15 years ago, our life-saving campaign has resulted in 5,068 fewer traffic fatalities. However, from 2015 to 2016, deaths among people not wearing seat belts increased 9 percent.
Cornyn: Bipartisan Russia Investigation Will Continue
‘It’s absolutely essential, that we have a new FBI Director that shares the confidence, not only of the President but of Congress and the American people.’
Today U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) appeared on Fox News’ America’s Newsroom to discuss former FBI Director James Comey and the ongoing bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee’s investigation on Russia. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s appearance are below.
Upon the Wing of a Dove
Sometime in the womb, as we evolve over months from a single-celled organism into the complex mass of neurons and flesh that we recognize as ourselves, an awareness of our place in the world emerges. The world as we begin to know it is a warm, liquid soup, filled with nutrients and enveloped in a thin translucent film. The steady drum of a heartbeat just outside the womb begins to set the pace of your own fledgling heart. An umbilical cord connected directly to our tiny bellies pipes in nourishment to fuel our rapid growth.
Houston to Host Ultimate Event for Minecraft Super Fans
Minefaire Makes Houston Debut May 20-21
Think Comic-Con – but for Minecraft fans! Minefaire, the Ultimate Minecraft Fan Experience, makes its Houston debut May 20-21, 2017 at NRG Center. Super fans of one of the most popular video games ever will arrive in costume to join gaming tournaments, learn from the world’s top Minecraft experts, meet and greet their favorite Minecraft YouTube stars and enjoy 150,000 square feet of hands-on attractions with their families.
Toyota Partners with Tarrant County College to Launch Industry-Leading T-TEN Training Program
Partnership helps address critical skills gap in the automotive industry
With total new vehicle sales in the U.S. topping $995 billion, dealerships with more than 300 million repair orders, and with service and parts sales of nearly $110 billion, the demand for talented and qualified automotive technicians continues to increase.
Obama Defends Paris Climate Accord As Trump Mulls Ditching It
Obama said the US could not 'sit on the sidelines' as the planet heats up
The Obama administration brokered the Paris Agreement on climate change
Diddy Reportedly Sued By Former Personal Chef For Sexual Harassment
Diddy is reportedly getting sued by his former chef for wrongful termination, sexual harassment & more.
The Weeknd Opens 8 Official Starboy Pop-Up Shops
The Weeknd's latest venture: pop-up stores in 8 US cities boasting some slick fashion finds.
Meek Mill, Yo Gotti Announce Summer Tour
Meek Mill announces summer tour plans with Yo Gotti on Instagram.
Kanye West Reportedly Working On Next Album Atop Of A Mountain In Wyoming
Kanye West is reportedly at a retreat in Wyoming working on his next album.
Travis Scott Gives Fan Ring For Knowing "3500" Lyrics
Travis Scott gave another one of his rings to a fan, this time for knowing his song lyrics.
Eminem Album Helped Ed Sheeran Overcome Stammer
The British pop sensation reveals that he used the swears of Marshall Mathers to overcome a disability.
Lil Wayne Avoids Fan Tackle At Rolling Loud 2017
Lil Wayne fan charges the stage, gets tackled by security at Rolling Loud.
Rob $tone Addresses XXXTENTACION Beef, Being Cut From Rolling Loud
Rob $tone speaks his omission from Rolling Loud.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Meets With Representatives From Industry and Small and Minority Businesses
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and past 1st Vice Chair, released the following statement about the CBCF Executive Economic Summit taking place in Chicago:
Ayesha Curry Opening "International Smoke" BBQ Restaurant
Ayesha Curry opening new BBQ spot in San Fran.
Fyre Festival Class Action Lawsuit Accuses Ja Rule & Billy McFarland Of Ponzi Scheme
Ja Rule, Billy McFarland are being accused by Fyre Festival concertgoers of rigging a Ponzi scheme.
Indiana Teen Raven Osborne Graduating from College Before Getting High School Diploma
Eighteen-year-old Raven Osborne is about to get her college degree. “I graduate from college on May 5,” she told CBS News’ Jericka Duncan. But when does she graduate from high school? May 22. Yes, it’s true; Raven gets her college degree two weeks before her high school diploma.
Nicki Minaj Offers to Pay College Tuition, Students Loans for Fans
Award-winning rapper Nicki Minaj has offered to pay college tuition fees and student loans for several of her fans.
Chris Bosh Sued By Porn Moguls Over Condition Of Rental Home
Bosh and wife sued by "X-Art" porn moguls.
Five Things To Watch At The Sally Yates Hearing
Sally Yates will testify before a Senate Judiciary subcommittee at 2:30 p.m. ET
The former acting attorney general expected to contradict the White House
‘Suits’ Actress Meghan Markle’s Romance With Prince Harry Heats Up
American actress Meghan Markle has attended a celebrity polo match near London where Prince Harry was playing, increasing British press speculation about their relationship.
Kelly Rowland Starts Her Own YouTube Channel
Kelly Rowland wants to help new moms with her new YouTube channel, and nothing is off-limits.
H-E-B Names Winners in 2017 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Company Recognized Outstanding Educators and School Districts with Cash Prizes and Grants Totaling $430,000
On Sunday, May 7, H-E-B announced statewide winners of the 16th annual H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during an awards ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in Austin. During the ceremony, H-E-B Chairman and CEO Charles Butt personally handed out $430,000 in cash awards and grants, and congratulated eight educators, two school districts, one early childhood agency and a public school board for being among the best in Texas. The program has given away more than $8.5 million in cash and grants since 2002.
Patti Labelle Is Back With A New Jazz Album & Dessert Cookbook
The legendary Patti Labelle is stepping into the world of Jazz with her new album Bel Hommage.
