Tamron Hall Announces She Has Given Birth to a Baby Boy Named Moses (PHOTO)
*Tamron Hall has become a first time mother. Today, the former “Today” show host let the world know she gave birth to a baby boy named Moses. Hall, 48, shared the news via Instagram. In the ‘gram she’s seen sporting a hat with her baby boy’s name while holding him. “Moses & Mama!! I can’t […]
Judge Denies Petition by Prince Heirs to Limit Bank’s Power Over Late Singer’s Estate
*A Minnesota judge has denied a request by Prince’s heirs to limit Comerica Bank & Trust powers over the administration of the late singer’s estate. As we previously reported, three years after the death of music icon at age 57, his massive estate, believed to be worth hundreds of millions, remains in limbo as it […]
Motown Records Launches Mentorship Programs for Detroit-Based Musicians and Entrepreneurs
*Motown Records has announced two new programs for Detroit-area musicians and music-tech startups that will provide them with access to hands-on coaching, networking opportunities and $20,000 grants. The move is a partnership with the Motown Museum, Capitol Music Group, TechTown Detroit and Gener8tor, aimed at fostering local talent and entrepreneurs, Billboard reports. The publication notes […]
‘Empire’ Cast Pens Letter in Support of Jussie Smollett, Want Him Back on Show
*The cast of “Empire” continues to show support for Jussie Smollett, who has been shrouded in suspicion since his highly publicized hate crime hoax scandal. The singer/actor was accused of orchestrating a racially-charged attack on himself in later January in Chicago, but was ultimately cleared of all 16 charges in the case. Now, his future […]
Charlene Crowell: Nation’s Racial Wealth Divide Worsens with Federal Tax Cut
*If you’re like me, every time you hear a news reporter or anchor talk about how great the nation’s economy is, you wonder what world they are living in. Certainly these journalists are not referring to the ongoing struggle to make ends meet that so much of Black America faces. For every daily report of […]
HBCU Grad Returns with First Ever Adult Coloring Book Celebrating Black Colleges
*Nationwide — Latoya Nicole (pictured above), bestselling author and owner of Entrepreneurs Color Too, is back with the release of her newest edition Alma Mater and it’s just in time for graduation! The coloring book is full of highlights that showcase the Black College Experience including its education, diversity and culture. The illustrations are inspired […]