Did Carmelo Anthony Just Confirm He’s Dating NFL Widow Racquel Smith?
He was previously married to La La Anthony in 2010, three years after giving birth to their son, Kiyan.Carmelo Anthony…
Groundbreaking Music Exec Sylvia Rhone To Receive ‘Ultimate Icon’ Honor At BET Awards
The first Black woman to head a major record label will be presented with the BET Ultimate Icon award.Sylvia Rhone…
Facebook Group Grows Into Multimillion-Dollar Black Business Hub In Evanston, Illinois
June 14, 2026The growth of the project shows how the development transformed from a grassroots initiative into a large-scale investment…
Jalen Brunson sacrificed millions. Karl-Anthony Towns waited years. Now they’re NBA champions.
Brunson’s team-friendly extension and Towns’ long road through grief, criticism, and playoff heartbreak helped the Knicks end a 53-year championship…
Black Women-Owned Businesses Fuel Growth At Atlanta Municipal Market
June 13, 2026This comes as city leaders and entrepreneurs look to expand opportunities for small business owners.Several new businesses, including…
National Galleries of Scotland announces £56m funding boost for V&A East Storehouse-like gallery in Edinburgh
A rendering of The Art Works, in which visitors will be able to pull out storage racks containing paintings and…
Trump’s name removed from Kennedy Center hours after missing deadline
The long fight about the President’s name being added to the Center ended in the wee hours of the morning…
Who Is Aaron Ford? The Man One Step Away From Becoming Nevada’s First Black Governor
Aaron Ford just won the Democratic nomination for governor of Nevada. Meet the man one step away from becoming Nevada's…
Rescued mural depicting Alice’s adventures in New York wonderland back on view for first time in decades
From Abram August Champanier’s Alice of Wonderland Visiting New York, 1938-40 NYC Health + Hospitals Arts in Medicine Collection“Come Alice!…
Chicago Alderman Unveils Plan Targeting Pharmacy Deserts
June 12, 2026The proposal follows the closure of a Walgreens store in the Chatham neighborhood after more than two decades…
JAŸ-Z & Eminem Will Reconnect On Rakim’s Upcoming Collab LP
JAŸ-Z and Eminem famously joined forces on the "Renegades" track, and will appear on Rakim, Masta Killa & Kurupt's upcoming…
Tenant Victory: Back Rent Forgiven In More Than 5,000 NYC Apartments
June 11, 2026The rent relief marks a significant victory for residents who organized for years around conditions in the buildings.Thousands…
Five things to know about Monica McNutt, ESPN broadcaster and Knicks radio analyst
The longtime radio broadcaster isn’t exactly new to the spotlight or being present for big-time Knicks moments in recent memory.…
High School Graduate Earns $17M In Scholarships, Accepted To 264 Colleges
June 12, 2026School officials said the scholarship offers totaled more than $17 million.A Georgia high school graduate received admission offers…
Tyra Banks reportedly sues Netflix over ‘America’s Next Top Model’ docuseries portrayal, claims defamation and manipulation
‘Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model’ became a topic of heavy discussion earlier this year regarding Banks’ relationship with…
‘We Were Delusional!’ — For 25 Years, Fans Swore Destiny’s Child Was High In This Interview — Michelle Williams Says The Real Story Is Much Wilder
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Michelle Williams pulled up to Keke Palmer’s podcast and addressed the viral…
Party With a Purpose: Fat Daddy Talks Music, HBCUs, and His Upcoming Performance on the One Voyage Cruise
Renowned artist Fat Daddy opens up about his commitment to supporting HBCUs, and his eagerly anticipated performance on the One…
3 Black Youth, 3 Verdicts, 1 Message: America Still Wants To Snatch Our Children From The Future
The recent cases of Karmelo Anthony and Cyrus Carmack-Belton feel like a get-back or a snapback, backlash that has been…
‘We have to stand for something’: Yung Miami joins list of celebrities questioning Karmelo Anthony case and verdict
An appeal has been filed for the 19-year-old convicted of murder, questioning whether his trial was handled properly in terms…
All The Celebrities Spotted At Knicks Vs. Spurs Game 4
There was a who's who of public figures in attendance to witness the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, check…
New photography museum in Cincinnati foregrounds the medium’s democratic power
The new FotoFocus Center in Cincinnati Photo: J Miles WolfWhen Jose Garcia began designing the FotoFocus Center museum in Cincinnati,…
‘I’m Black first’: Lil Rel Howery says comedians must ‘stand on something’ amid debates over harmful jokes
Lil Rel Howery argues that what audiences laugh at can have real-world consequences, especially for Black Americans like Karmelo Anthony.Following…
Monica McNutt apologizes to Taylor Swift after questioning her Knicks fandom
The ESPN broadcaster admitted she was wrong after fans resurfaced evidence of Swift’s longtime support for the team.Monica McNutt issued…
The Top 7 Ice Cube Movies Everybody Loves
Whether he's making us laugh, delivering iconic one-liners, or showing off his dramatic acting chops, these are seven Ice Cube…
Working in the fourth dimension: William Kentridge’s latest opera arrives at Glynbourne
William Kentridge's New Kleinfontein megaphones (2024-25). Photo: Anthea PokroyArt of Luxury magazine, published twice per year by The Art Newspaper,…
‘Do I think it’s helpful? I don’t’: David Oyelowo responds to Druski’s Black British actors skit
After Druski joked about Black British actors “taking all the roles,” David Oyelowo says the skit was funny, but the…
White Man Accused Of Terrorizing Black Family Reunion With AR-15, Before Getting Shot By Family Member
Jeffrey Tyler Kinzer has been charged with aggravated assault, following his racist attack against a family in Leesburg, Georgia.A white…
Post-Cop Clarity: Laverne Cox Talks Previously Falling For A MAGA Police Officer, Says She ‘Betrayed’ Herself In Relationship
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Laverne Cox is opening up about having some post-cop clarity. After previously…
Tribeca Festival 2026: Inside The Meaning Of ‘March Forth’
We spoke with Tribeca Festival standout Reginald Dwayne Betts about 'March Forth,' his revealing doc about incarceration and forgiveness.— Reginald…
Pan-Africanism in London, the health benefits of art, Barbara Hepworth—podcast
Installation view of Project a Black Planet: The Art and Culture of Panafrica at the Barbican, 2026© Thomas Adank, Barbican…
Study Finds Black Supervisors May Help Reduce Bias In Hiring Evaluations
June 13, 2026New research suggests the presence of Black leaders in hiring processes may help challenge negative assumptions about Black…
From 'Water' To Woody — Tyla Joins The Cast Of 'Toy Story 5'
The Grammy-winning "Water" singer announced her Disney debut, and a brand-new role in Pixar’s upcoming film in the hit franchise.Tyla…
FIFA Forces Haiti To Redesign "Political" World Cup Jerseys As Social Media Revolts
Haiti’s long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup has been overshadowed by a dispute over national symbolism on the team’s…
Long Island man alleges police brutality after traffic stop caught on camera
Craig Manning says Suffolk County police used excessive force during an April traffic stop in Medford, New York. His attorney…
Gaudí goes viral: Sagrada Familia tower inauguration livestreamed on TikTok
According to TikTok’s data, from January to May 2026 searches for “Sagrada Familia” on the platform were 85% higher than…
Fisk University Moves Forward With Innovation Center, Promises Community Transparency
June 12, 2026The proposed facility is a key component of Quantum Leap, a long-term campus development initiative.Fisk University has plans…
Trump Wants To ‘Take Kharg Island’ As US Continues Strikes Against Iran
A ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. appears to be collapsing as the U.S. military launched several airstrikes against Iran…
A Battle For Wealth Equity: Inside The Push for Real Reparations
June 12, 202610 Black Reparations initiatives Economic empowerment has always been the cornerstone of true liberation, but for Black Americans,…
‘I just want it to be good’: Mekai Curtis looks back at playing Kanan Stark and leading ‘Power Book III’
The 25-year-old actor grew up in front of the world on “Raising Kanan.’ As the final season arrives, he says…
Florida Supreme Court Allows State To Use Newly Drawn Congressional Map
Florida conducted a redistricting effort earlier this year that could net Republicans an additional four House seats.Well, the GOP has…
‘Fodder for the vain’: Veterans, preservationists and public speak out against Trump’s arch
A rendering of the proposed triumphal arch in the Memorial Circle traffic island Harrison DesignFollowing a meeting on 4 June…
Shipwrecks linked to the ‘golden age of piracy’ discovered in the Bahamas
An 18th-century shipwreck from the “golden age of piracy” with iron cannon, swivel gun and stone ballast east of Nassau…
Service Businesses Monthly Revenue Typically Stalls Under $100K And Here’s Why
June 12, 2026The $100K ceiling Is an operations problem, not a demand problemA plumber I work with in Tampa hit…
V-103 morning show host Francesca Amiker breaks silence on affair allegations made by Big Tigger’s wife
The former 11Alive and E! News correspondent joined V-103 in April and joined the “Big Tigger Morning Show” in May.…
'We Were Delusional!' — For 25 Years, Fans Swore Destiny’s Child Was High In This Interview — Michelle Williams Says The Real Story Is Much Wilder
Michelle Williams pulled up to Keke Palmer's podcast and addressed the viral 2001 Destiny's Child interview. Check it out inside.One…
9 books by Black queer authors to add to your reading list during Pride Month and beyond
These books highlight the complexity & beauty of Black queer experiences through stories readers from all backgrounds can connect with.Pride…
Kings That Care: 250 Men Walking for Freedom
Join 250 men in a powerful movement for freedom, unity, and community impact. Stand up, walk together, and make a…
Paris exhibition explores the vanishing worlds of photographer Madeleine de Sinéty
Extraordinarily prolific: Madeleine de Sinéty’s Poilley (1974), one of around 50,000 photographs the artist took in a small village in…
Big Tigger reportedly under investigation related to alleged domestic assault involving wife, denies allegations
The veteran radio host and former BET personality says accusations circulating online are “false” after reports linked him to an…
Could Halle Bailey play Janet Jackson in a biopic? This Oscar winner is convinced she could
The hype around the ‘Michael’ movie has generated various fan castings, but Bailey as Janet has generated the most chatter.Halle…
Post-Cop Clarity: Laverne Cox Talks Previously Falling For A MAGA Police Officer, Says She 'Betrayed' Herself In Relationship
Laverne Cox is opening up about having some post-cop clarity. After previously revealing that she spent nearly four years seriously…
Stoke-on-Trent—the UK's home of ceramics—seeks emergency funds for crumbling heritage
Falcon Works in Sturgess Street is one of the sites documented by photographer Phil Crow © Phil Crow 2026Stoke-on-Trent city…
Colorado Overpaid Deion Sanders And Lost $1.2M On 2024 Alamo Bowl
June 11, 2026This fiscal oversight comes at a critical time for the university’s operations. University of Colorado administrators made a…
Tracy Morgan’s comments about teachers highlight barriers some Black children face in traditional schooling
Tracy Morgan said he can’t stand teachers, launching a nuanced debate about the Black experience and education. As the school…
Serena Williams’ return ends after one match as doubles partner Victoria Mboko withdraws due to injury
Serena’s return at Queen’s Club lasted a single match after Mboko hurt her knee in singles play, but Williams is…
Texas Reporter Makes 'Gorilla' Reference During Karmelo Anthony Trial
Now that Anthony has been convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison, anti-Blackness has only become more…
DOJ Launches New Civil Rights Inquiry Into Medical School Admissions
June 10, 2026The department announced June 4 that its Civil Rights Division will examine whether the schools violated Title VI…
Dallas new station apologizes after reporter’s ‘big gorilla’ comment during Karmelo Anthony trial sparks backlash
WFAA called the remark “inappropriate” after viewers questioned the phrase used while discussing racial tensions surrounding the high-profile Texas case.Dallas…
Good Lookin’ Out, Pops: Check Out Our 2026 Father’s Day Gift Guide
Father's Day (June 21) is fast approaching and we've put together a handy gift guide for the fathers and father…
EXCLUSIVE: theGrio premieres clip from ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 5 — Unique and Breeze are back
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” Season 5 premieres Friday, June 12 on STARZ.Season 5 of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan”…