Oliver Conviction Proves Cops Who Murder Can be Convicted — And Should be
*If former Balch Springs, Texas police officer Roy Oliver was stunned when he was found guilty of murder in the slaying of 15-year-old Jordan Edwards, there was good reason. He was the rarest of rare breeds. That is a cop who wantonly kills an unarmed civilian and then is prosecuted, let alone convicted. The grim […]
Roseanne, The Conners, ABC Executive Channing Dungey’s Mistake (WATCH)
Attorney Antonio Moore explains the problem with the new try at rebooting the Roseanne show called “The Conners” with Roseanne Barr having died off. Moore clarifies the issue with the show, and the problem that he has with the show staying on the era as a reflection of President Donald Trump’s populism. He also revisits […]
T.I. Pleads Not Guilty to Assault; Rocks NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert with High School Band
*T.I. has pleaded not guilty in the criminal case stemming from his run-in with a security guard outside his gated community in Georgia. Tip filed the documents last week, according to The Blast. He reportedly requested that his case go to trial, believing he can win the case if a jury hears the full story. […]
Lyric Ross Promoted to Series Regular for ‘This Is Us’ Season 3
*”This Is Us” fans will be seeing much more of Lyric Ross in the upcoming third season. The hit NBC drama has given her a promotion from recurring guest star to series regular, reports Variety. Ross joined the series in Season 2 as Deja, the Pearson’s newest addition from the foster care system. Her previous […]
Regina King to Direct Drama Series ‘Warriors’ in Development at ABC (Report)
*ABC is developing a drama series with Regina King attached as both director and executive producer, Variety reports. Currently titled “Warriors,” the one-hour project from Michael Narducci takes place in a Midwestern community where two friends – a semi-retired NFL player and an idealistic high school principal – will attempt to bridge their conflicting styles […]
Mel B to Seek Treatment at UK-based Rehab Facility for Sex & Alcohol Addictions
*Melanie ‘Mel B’ Brown is reportedly planning to seek help in a UK-based rehab facility to deal with her post-divorce life and all the stressors that come with it. According to Hollywood Life, Brown has been battling her demons for some time and she’s now ready to face her battles with alcohol, sex addiction and […]
Thrilling and Suspenseful Laser Tag for ‘KIN’ the Movie – Pics/Trailer: LOOK!
*A good movie usually remains with you days after you’ve left the theater and although KIN the movie doesn’t hit theaters until August 31, producers of the project are gearing up for the film in a major way. KIN is the story of “an unexpected hero” destined for greatness. Chased by a vengeful criminal, the feds […]
‘Power’ EP’s 50 Cent & Courtney Kemp Dish on How Tariq Betrayed Kanan
*Fans are no doubt aware of “Power’s” shocking death of a character on Sunday night, and if you’re not caught up on season five… this is NOT a spoiler-free post. Kanan is dead…and EPs 50 Cent and Courtney Kemp chatted with Deadline about the fatal betrayal by Ghost’s wayward teen son Tariq (Michael Rainey Jr.). […]
Tiger Woods: ESPN’s Max Kellerman ‘Angry’ Over Golfer’s ‘Thoughtless’ Trump Statement [VIDEO]
*Tiger Woods is catching heat for urging people to respect the office of the president. The famed pro-golfer was asked after the final round of The Northern Trust on Sunday about his relationship with Donald Trump and his response has left folks outraged. “He’s the president of the United States. You have to respect the office. No […]
MLK’s Daughter Seriously Pissed at Cardi B for Role as Coretta Scott King in Unflattering Skit – WATCH
*Can’t say we didn’t see this one coming. We’re talking about the reaction MLK, Jr‘s daughter is having to Cardi B‘s portrayal of Coretta Scott King in a skit from “Wild ‘N Out” star Rip Michaels’ new show, “Off the Rip.” Dr. Bernice King — the youngest child of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta […]
Kenya Moore Shares 4D Ultrasound Video of ‘Baby Daly’ [WATCH]
*Ever since fans and her castmates accused “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kenya Moore of faking her pregnancy, the former beauty queen has been sharing her journey into motherhood on social media. Moore took to Instagram recently to reveal the 4D video of her first ultrasound. She admits the clip is months old and also […]
Aretha Franklin: Thousands Honor the Queen of Soul at Emotional Public Viewing [VIDEO]
*Hundreds lined up at a Detroit museum on Tuesday to honor the late Aretha Franklin, as the music icon’s open casket will be on public display this week. Officials at the Charles H. Wright Museum for African American History made mourners put away their cell phones before viewing the “Respect” singer, who was decked out head-to-toe […]
Gucci Mane’s Baby Mama Sues for Increase in Child Support to $20K/Month
*Gucci Mane‘s baby mama is seeking a boost in his child support payments to $20,000 a month, citing his recent $1 million dollar wedding as evidence that its within his budget, reports The Blast. The rapper reached an agreement in 2011 with Sheena Evans regarding custody and support of their son, Keitheon, who was born […]
Black Women’s Expo Lands in Atlanta, Let’s the World Know ‘She Matters’ – VIDEO
*The Black Women’s Expo descended upon the city of Atlanta earlier this month, drawing thousands of people for it’s 24th annual event – part of a three-city tour that started in Chicago in April and culminated in Dallas on August 26. The event, which spanned over three days (Aug. 10-12), featured a wide array of […]
Beyonce & Jay-Z Donating $1.1M in College Scholarships to Students in Remaining Tour Cities
*Beyonce and Jay-Z are lending a hand to prospective college students in each of the remaining dates of their On the Run II Tour. The supercouple and their charities, The BeyGOOD Initiative and The Shawn Carter Foundation, are awarding $100,000 to “one exceptional senior high school student, with financial needs” per remaining tour stop. In […]