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Black men are half as likely to die at any given time if they’re in prison than if they aren’t, suggests a new study of North Carolina inmates.
After a heated exit from the Good Morning America studio a few months back, Chris Brown returned to New York this morning to perform for the ‘Today’ show’s summer concert series.
Harvard University child obesity expert Dr. David Ludwig’s recent claim that some parents should lose custody of their severely obese children has sparked outrage among families and professionals across the country. The national outcry led one family to share how its personal experience with the matter damaged their lives. The Hard Cold Facts About Snacks […]
John Legend came by Fortress Nightclub the other night and the photos from the party are right here!
Summer Jam 2011 was amazing. One of the highlights for Lloyd’s devoted fans was not only his stellar performance but the meet and greet! He came through and took some photos with his fans. Check out the gallery below to see if you can spot your fan photo with Lloyd! Click Here to download your […]
Big Sean came through to the z107.9 booth and graced us with his presence. He took some pictures with his fans. Check out the gallery below to see if you can find yours! Click Here to download your picture Sorry if you weren’t there for SOLD OUT SUmmer Jam. If you did or didn’t make […]
Organized by Sojourners, a Washington, D.C.-based national network of Christians focused on social justice issues, the plea continues with the “Circle of Protection” effort launched during federal budget debates earlier this year to propose keeping cuts to social services off the table. It has culminated with an open letter begging on the behalf of the […]
There is no arguing that Cleveland rocks, but apparently we aren’t rocking the fashion world. GQ magazine ranked Cleveland as one of the worst dressed cities in America. Out of 40 cities listed, Cleveland came in 30th. GQ described downtown Clevelanders as a jersey shore penal colony. “The biggest tragedy in Cleveland may not be […]
It seems as though almost everyday there is a new complaint about how the TSA has searched someone. An old lady might be personally invaded by their private area probings, or in another recent example, a little boy might be touched one two many times. Now African-Americans have something to complain about, as the demographic of […]
Sunday church dinners haven’t been the same at Oak Hill Baptist Church in northwest Mississippi. Fried chicken and soda are banned. Collard and mustard greens are seasoned with smoked turkey necks instead of pork.
Growing up black in the segregated 1960s, Deborah Goldring slept two to a bed, got evicted from apartment after apartment, and watched her stepfather climb utility poles to turn their disconnected lights back on. Yet Goldring pulled herself out of poverty and earned a middle-class life – until the Great Recession.
Radio One is on the move yall, and don’t get left behind. Founder, Cathy Hughes recently announced the launch of a new Christian website.