U.S. Army Sergeant Jonathan Pentland has been arrested and charged with third-degree assault after a video surfaced of him threatening and assaulting a young black man, who he believed didn’t belong in their South Carolina neighborhood. In the viral clip, Pentland can be heard repeatedly berating and shoving the young …
Read More »Barack Obama Speaks Out on Daunte Wright Shooting
Former President Barack Obama issued a statement expressing grief over the loss of Daunte Wright, the 20-year-old Black man who was shot and killed by a Minneapolis police officer on Sunday. In the statement, the former commander-in-chief shares that this incident is a reminder of “just how badly we need to …
Read More »Twitter Reacts: Usher Under Fire After Reports Say He Gave Dancers Fake Bills with His Face On It
Singer Usher is being called out for reportedly throwing #UsherBucks with his face on them instead of real money, during a recent trip to the strip club. In true fashion, Black Twitter came with the jokes. See some of their reactions below: Usher in the strip club pic.twitter.com/GDbGRBso5l — Jasmine …
Read More »Classic Gospel Songs We Love
The power that gospel music has is undeniable. It can get you through good days, rough patches, and even serve as a reminder of God’s everlasting grace. Often speaking to the soul, this genre is so infectious that you don’t even have to be religious to be moved by its …
Read More »The Baller Alert Show: Episode 136 – DMX, Paul Pierce, ‘Wear Brims’ and More
Ferrari, Su and Octavia are back at it again with another episode of the Baller Alert Show! This time, they chop it up with Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch, founders of WEAR BRIMS, a luxury fedora hat company. Plus, they discuss DMX, Paul Pierce and more. Episode 136 opens up …
Read More »Big Pun’s Sister Claims The Late Rapper’s Wife Had Multiple Affairs; Says She Cheated with Brother
Big Pun’s sister joined Hot Shot radio for a candid interview where she discussed the late rapper life. During the 5-part Instagram Live interview, Pun’s sister, Nicky Rodriguez aka Sista Pun, shared details about the late rapper’s career, in addition to his marital issues. In part 1 of the “tell-all”, …
Read More »T.I. & Tiny Release Statement Following Three New Sexual Assault Allegations
T.I. and Tiny have released a statement responding to more allegations as three new unnamed women have come forward with abuse claims. In a statement to Billboard, the couple’s attorney, Steve Sadow said: “The Harrises are still waiting for the accusers to reveal themselves publicly. By continuing to hide behind …
Read More »Kodak Black Involved in a Shooting in Florida; Security Guard Shot
Rapper Kodak Black and his entourage were involved in a shooting early Monday morning at a fast-food restaurant in Tallahassee, Florida. The shooting left one of the rapper’s security guards in serious condition. According to TMZ, gunfire erupted around 3 AM at a Tallahassee McDonald’s. Law enforcement shared that shots …
Read More »MLB Pulls 2021 All-Star Game From Atlanta in Response to New Georgia Law; Gov. Brian Kemp Responds
Major League Baseball (MLB) announced today that it is moving its 2021 All-Star Game out of Atlanta in response to a new Georgia voting law that many believe will disproportionately affect residents of color, potentially restricting voting access. “Over the last week, we have engaged in thoughtful conversations with Clubs, …
Read More »The Baller Alert Show: Episode 135 – “Take It to Trial”
Hosts Ferrari Simmons, Su Solo, and Producer/Host Octavia March sat down to chop it up about Saweetie & Quavo’s relationship drama, Lil Nas X and his satan shoes, the Derek Chauvin trial & more. The In Case You Missed It segment opened up with a special congratulatory message to Natalia Bryant, daughter of …
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