Trump’s effort to reform marijuana policy won’t keep Black people out of prison, remove economic barriers
President Trump recently complained that the administration is “slowing walking” his order for the rescheduling of cannabis. Advocates say the…
Mississippi Retailers Hit With Delays In Wine & Liquor Deliveries
Mississippi's Alcoholic Beverage Control department oversees distribution of adult beverages in the state, a move from how others states operateAdult…
After life changing journey through Africa, IShowSpeed to visit Caribbean as part of new travel tour
Fresh off a showcase appearance at WrestleMania over the weekend, IShowSpeed is looking to add more stamps to his passport…
Only One Luther: Our 10 Favorite Songs From The Music Icon
Luther Vandross' Timeless Hits: A Playlist of His Most Beloved Melodies Luther Vandross, born on April 20, 1951, in New…
HBCU Black Wall Street Career Fest Ends With Students Ready For Post-Grad Life In Age Of AI
April 20, 2026The two-day event offered advice and insight on navigating one’s careers with AI on the rise.The HBCU Black…
Red Carpet Rundown: Ciara Shut Down The ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ NYC Premiere Wearing Black Designer Romeo Hunte
The “Goodies” singer stepped out in an avant-garde denim look just as bold and unapologetic as the couture culture classic…
TD Jakes’ daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts hospitalized after trampoline accident
Sarah Jakes Roberts, daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes, is recovering after a trampoline accident that nearly caused serious injury.Sarah Jakes…
UK Influencer Arrested On Suspicion Of Attempted Murder After Hitting Woman With Car After Fight
April 20, 2026A UK influencer is in police custody, facing attempted murder charges after footage allegedly shows her driving into…
The reason Michael Jackson’s biopic is simply called ‘Michael’
“We all know Michael Jackson, but the human is in Michael,” Antoine Fuqua said, explaining the intentional choice behind the…
Trump Rant Claims Mamdani "Destroying" New York City
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.President Donald Trump blasted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over his…
Black Woman Accused Of Stealing And Chased Out Of Mall By Zara Employees Documents Incident On TikTok
April 20, 2026Now-viral videos shows a Black woman being chased down by Zara employees in Lynwood, Washington, accusing her of…
British Art Show—exhibiting UK's 'most exciting' art in past five years—announces line up for tenth edition
Alex Margo Arden's Accounts (2025) © the artist. Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre London.The artist list and themes have been…
4/20 Guide: Cannabis, Music And Business Events To Get With
April 20, 2026This year’s calendar features a diverse range of activationsAs the cannabis industry matures, 4/20 has evolved from an…
‘I’ve done it all’: Stephanie Elam’s departure from CNN adds to list of Black men and women saying goodbye to TV news
The departure of Elam, who worked at the network for two decades, adds to a growing trend among Black journalists,…
London's Southbank Centre to receive £10m government funding boost
Founded in 1951, the Southbank Centre is the UK's largest arts centre.Photo: Ogulcan Aksoy. Courtesy Adobe StockThe UK government has…
‘We always celebrate each other’: Brooklyn teen’s Ivy League acceptance brings entire classroom to its feet
A Brooklyn student goes viral for becoming the first at her high school to gain Ivy League admission, with classmates’…
Suspect Arrested After Allegedly Shooting 3 People At Detroit Gas Station
April 20, 2026The incident allegedly took place after a car crashA man has been arrested after being accused of shooting…
New film ‘Ricky’ asks the question we keep avoiding: What happens after prison?
“Ricky” tells the story of a man released after 15 years in prison, exploring mistakes, grace, and the village it…
Singer D4vd charged with first-degree murder as LA County D.A. reveals suggested timeline of 14-year-old girl’s death
The singer also faces charges of continuous sexual acts, lewd and lascivious sexual acts with an individual under 14 years…
Miami Beach’s Bass Museum picks architect for new pavilion
View of the Bass Museum of art in Collins Park, with Ugo Rondinone's Miami Mountain (2016) at left Photo by…
Eddie Murphy And Martin Lawrence Now Share A Grandchild As Their Married Kids Welcome Baby Girl
April 20, 2026The proud grandfather also shared his new granddaughter’s name, Ari Skye.Comedy legends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence have…
‘I can’t be strong for you’: Councilwoman shares tearful moment of vulnerability after Louisiana father kills 8 children
“I don’t know what people think in the crevices of their mind to want to harm another human being, let…
Where Is Michael Jackson’s Monkey, Bubbles?
Explore the story of Michael Jackson and his beloved chimpanzee Bubbles. From world tours and fame to Bubbles’ life today.If…
Eddie Murphy says son Eric and Martin Lawrence’s daughter Jasmin have welcomed their first baby
Murphy shared the update while discussing how his son and Martin Lawrence’s daughter have entered a new chapter together. Eddie…
Jackson State University Appoints First Alumna President To Lead HBCU Permanently
April 19, 2026Dr. Denise Gregory is the insitution’s first alumna president and second woman to take on the position.Jackson State…
10 Best Martin Lawrence Movies Ranked
We celebrate Martin Lawrence’s new look and honor him with a ranking of his top movies. Check it out inside.Martin…
Lebanon appeals to Unesco to intervene amid fears protected citadel has been destroyed
The Chama’ Citadel in 2024, after attacks on the sitePhoto: Lebanon ministry of culture directorate general of antiquitiesLebanon’s ministry of…
‘I Can Exist As Myself’ — ‘Pose’ Star Kya Azeen Brings Ballroom, Black Queerness & Big Energy To Broadway’s ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ [Exclusive]
The latest Cats reimagination has hit Broadway, and it's one that feels like a bold reclamation rooted in ballroom and…
Drum and trumpet with human skulls attached complicate plan for restitution from Los Angeles to Ghana
People of the Asante kingdom, photographed in Kumasi in 1887. Nine years later, the British military invaded the kingdom, at…
Urban One Rebrands Its Iconic Cruise as ONE Voyage Experience, Continues “Party with a Purpose” Legacy with UNCF Partnership
Celebrate 25 years of culture and community. Urban One's iconic cruise is now ONE Voyage, partnering with UNCF to empower…
Sorry To That Man! American YouTuber Johnny Somali Sentenced To 6 Months Prison In South Korea
April 20, 2026A series of egregious public disturbances defined Ismael’s presence in South Korea. On April 15, a South Korean…
T.I. and Tiny’s “baby boy” Major Harris steps into his next chapter with standout senior prom moment
Fans who watched him grow up on reality TV are now celebrating Major Harris as he closes out high school…
Black Women’s History Month: ‘The Gray House’ Star Amethyst Davis Embraces Her Southern Roots In Prime Video Civil War Drama
In an exclusive interview, actress Amethyst Davis talks to HB about her new role portraying one of the unsung women…
What’s Up With Adults Earning Online Degrees At Accelerated Rates? Educators Raise Concerns
April 20, 2026While some students celebrate the practice as being affordable, academics and industry leaders have expressed concern about how…
Kenya Barris finds the humanity behind the legend in ‘Jerry West: The Logo’
In his first documentary as a director, Barris explores legacy, vulnerability, and the emotional weight of greatness.When Kenya Barris first…
Mary J. Blige opens up about Burger King ad backlash that “crushed” her
The Grammy-winning singer says the 2012 Burger King commercial that went viral did not reflect her vision, but the fallout…
Pretty In Pink: See What Guests Wore To Celebrate Mothers With Tina Knowles And Kurt Geiger
The businesswoman, author, and style matriarch brought glamour, sisterhood, and a room full of pink fashion to Beverly Hills for…
Big Sean, Tinashe, Rauw : Inside Coachella’s Secret Party Circuit
From Big Sean to Tinashe and Rauw, Coachella's hidden party scene provides a glimpse into the festival's most exclusive experiences.…
This Black Woman Is Rewriting the Playbook on Community Power
This trailblazing Black woman is revolutionizing the way communities organize and wield their collective power. At a time when conversations…
Otis Redding Center Marks One-Year Milestone, Blending Music, Community, And Legacy
April 19, 2026Central to the celebration were the performances by students from the Otis Music Camp.Even as more than five…
Keisha Lance Bottoms reflects on her father Major Lance and the legacy that shaped her politics
Former Atlanta mayor opens up about growing up as the daughter of soul legend Major Lance, his incarceration, and how…
Taraji P. Henson Calls Out Hollywood Double Standards: ‘I Still Haven’t Booked A Franchise’ In 30 Years, But Co-Star Tyrese ‘Booked Two’
For nearly 30 years, Taraji P. Henson has been a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. From her Oscar-nominated turn in…
Take The ‘M,’ Caitlyn. You Earned It
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Caitlyn Jenner is the perfect example of white privilege, MAGA buyer’s remorse,…
How Wayne McGregor’s epic ballets draw on help from his artistic friends
The Cuban artist Carmen Herrera designed the scenography for Wayne McGregor’s Untitled, 2023; “There’s something really interesting about how she…
Louisiana father kills 7 of his own children and another child in mass shooting; was due in court over separation from wife
The incident marks the nation’s deadliest mass shooting since January 2024. Shamar Elkins also shot his wife and another woman.A…
Hurtleneck Hilarity! Tyrese Wants Royalties From Tank’s ‘Turtleneck’ Tune, Claims Churchy Crooner Cheated At Verzuz: ‘They Jumped Jody’
Tyrese still wants all the smoke after Tank "cheated" in their Verzuz, claims he's owed royalties for the viral "Turtleneck"…
Why Did It Take So Long To Arrest d4vd?
“Romantic Homicide” singer d4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, marking a major…
Sea change: inside LACMA’s new curatorial strategy
© Todd Gray; photo: © Museum Associates/LACMA/Kristina SimonsenEven before planning began for the David Geffen Galleries, LACMA’s chief executive and…
Petroglyphs and cave paintings, some more than 4,000 years old, discovered in Mexico
The railway construction route was modified to preserve these heritage sites at El Venado in Mexico's Hidalgo state Photos: Gerardo…
Tee Time With Purpose: Les Birdies Hits 50 Years Of Uplifting Black Women In Golf
April 19, 2026The golf club will host a gala and golf tournament to reflect on its enduring legacy.A Black women-founded…
Black Entrepreneur Wins SBA Small Business Person Of The Year To Represent Mississippi During National Small Business Week
April 19, 2026Ameka Coleman, founder of Strands of Faith, has been named U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Person of…
Cardi B holds Atlanta venue accountable after backstage dispute nearly derails final show
The rapper threatened to cancel her tour finale after calling out disrespect toward her team, turning a tense pre-show moment…
Family mourning after pregnant Atlanta mother of two shot and killed on highway: ‘My daughter will be vindicated’
Bianca Huntley had moved to Atlanta from North Carolina and was a “light,” according to her mother.Gloria Allen, the mother…
Thanks, Tori! Summer Walker Turns Her Rich The Kid Sneaky Link Scandal Into A Paycheck With Playful Pizza Hut Promo
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.There’s nothing fans love more than a celebrity who can poke fun…
Former World Series Champion Garret Anderson Dead At 53
April 18, 2026No details were released about the cause of death.Former Major League Baseball outfielder Garret Anderson has been reported…
Sybil Wilkes Breaks Down What We Need to Know: April 17, 2026
Sybil Wilkes breaks down the essential insights you need to know for April 17, 2026.In Sybil’s latest ‘What We Need…
Jay Electronica Asked For Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Freedom During Miami Show
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Jay Electronica, who has pledged his support loudly for Sean "Diddy" Combs,…
Angel Reese welcomed to Atlanta Dream with teammates roasting her after Chicago Sky trade
The former Chicago Sky star laughed off playful jabs from her new Atlanta Dream teammates before getting emotional about finally…
Museum openings: V&A East and Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Plus, William Blake in Dublin—podcast
Thomas J. Price’s 18ft bronze sculpture A Place Beyond (2026) on the forecourt of the V&A East MuseumDavid Parry/PA Media…
Obama and Zohran Mamdani share a Bronx moment that’s about more than story time
The two leaders met for the first time inside a childcare center, blending policy talk with playtime as New York’s…