American singer Ledisi is set to play Gospel singer Mahalia Jackson in a new biopic alongside Columbus Short, who will star as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story” is an upcoming biopic that will depict iconic and legendary singer Mahalia Jackson’s life and career, according …
Read More »We Remember Martin Luther King Jr.
Each year on the third Monday of January, we observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and reflect on the work that still needs to be done for racial equality. This January 18, we hope you make this holiday more than just a day off to take time to reflect and …
Read More »DOJ Set To Execute 5 Federal Prisoners Before Inauguration Day
In true Trump fashion, he makes new yet again for his unprecedented practices. Trump’s administration plans to execute 5 federal prisoners before inauguration day. The acts break a record in being the most federal inmates scheduled for execution during the last leg of a presidential term. The announcement was made …
Read More »New Time Magazine Cover Showcases Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In A Virtual Reality Photo As Apart Of Experimental Exhibit ‘The March’
Set to hit stands next month, ‘The March’ edition of Time Magazine features the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a virtual reality photograph. The process of making the cover started with an actor photographed as Dr. King. The image was then edited by a group of visual effects …
Read More »Kansas City, Mo. Residents Vote To Remove Martin Luther King Jr. Name From Historic Boulevard
Citizens of Kansas City, Missouri, have voted to remove Martin Luther KingJr’s name from a historic boulevard. The Paseo is the most historic street in Kansas City, a 10-mile boulevard that is home to a predominately Black community. On Tuesday, voters approved removing Martin Luther King Jr.’s name less than …
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