Written by Robert Parks, a Baltimore police officer who was arrested after a viral video allegedly showed him hitting a Black man with his vehicle, has been indicted and faces charges of attempted murder in the second degree, assault in the first and second degrees, reckless driving, and misconduct in office. According to People, Parks, who was … Continue reading “Baltimore Police Officer Indicted For Chasing Down, Hitting Black Man With Police Vehicle”
NFL rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders finally made his debut for the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Nov. 16, but that joy was short-lived. First, his team lost the game. Then, he discovered that someone had broken into his home. According to Cleveland.com, Sanders’ house was broken into, but no information was provided on whether anything was taken. There are … Continue reading “After NFL Debut, Shedeur Sanders Discovers Someone Broke Into His Home”
Roc Nation Distribution has launched a state-of-the-art dashboard designed to help independent artists expand their global reach. Announced on Nov. 17, the new platform will serve as a centralized hub where independent artists can access resources and tools to strengthen their fanbases, according to a press release. Through a personalized dashboard, artists can access advanced … Continue reading “Roc Nation Distribution Launches Platform To Amplify Independent Artists”
Written by Sean Mitchell Facing a wave of retirements and persistent vacancies across city agencies, Washington, D.C., launched a first-of-its-kind apprenticeship pipeline in 2024 that placed graduating seniors from the District’s two HBCUs into year-long, paid positions across municipal departments—to convert many of those apprentices into full-time public servants. The initiative, announced by Mayor Muriel … Continue reading “Mayor Muriel Bowser’s Public Service Program Expands on Creating A Career Pipeline To DC Government”
The U.S. Treasury Secretary has given a different answer about the reality of $2K rebate checks than Donald Trump. The supposed rebate checks would help subsidize the cost of tariffs enacted during his second presidency. Despite Trump’s proclamation that every American earning under a certain income level will receive the checks, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent … Continue reading “Treasury Secretary Gives Reality Check On $2K Rebate Promised By Trump”
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is springing into action following the more than month-long halt on SNAP benefits during the government shutdown and impending changes to the government-run program. On Nov. 15, Johnson signed an executive order redirecting city funds to food banks and organizations fighting food insecurity to boost funding for food assistance programs, Block … Continue reading “Chicago Mayor Redirects City Funds To Food Banks And Community Orgs Amid SNAP Cuts”
Ne-Yo is taking his music skills to musicals as he makes his Broadway debut in Hell’s Kitchen. The award-winning singer-songwriter will take the stage at Shubert Theatre starting Dec. 4. The R&B crooner will join the talented cast in the Tony Award-winning for Best Musical, which features the lyrics from fellow music legend, Alicia Keys. … Continue reading “Ne-Yo To Make Broadway Debut In Alicia Key’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen,’ The Musical”
A Tennessee judge has sided with local officials in opposing Gov. Bill Lee’s attempt to deploy the National Guard in Memphis, temporarily blocking the effort. On Nov. 17, Davidson County Chancellor, Patricia Head Moskal, issued a 35-page court order stating that the Tennessee governor’s authority to deploy the National Guard is “not unfettered,” USA Today reported. The … Continue reading “Tennessee Judge Temporarily Blocks Deployment Of National Guard In Memphis”
Written By Hazel Trice Edney In the fall of 1968, 57 years ago, cities across the nation were still smoldering from the fiery riots that followed the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Some cities never fully recovered. Despite his life’s work for peace, civil rights, racial equity, and justice for all, it was … Continue reading “Father And Son Bankers Aim To Fulfill The Economic Dream Of Dr. King”
Nissan is deepening its commitment to inclusion and innovation, not just through the cars it builds, but through the communities it serves. With a continued focus on equitable mobility and economic empowerment, the company is redefining what it means to be a purpose-driven automaker in today’s multicultural America. Building a Future Powered by RepresentationAt the … Continue reading “Nissan Accelerates Equity, Innovation, And Community Investment To Drive The Future Of Multicultural Mobility”