Obituaries

A bill to add Trump to Mount Rushmore ignites debates on history, preservation, and public opinion.

Ever since her ESPN debut back in June, Stephen A. Smith's teenage daughter Samantha has everyone wanting her to be his new co-host.

A Florida traffic stop where a cop punched a Black man in college went from clearly showing excessive force to being ruled failure to comply.

Brooklyn came alive as Spike Lee unveiled his latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, with a star-packed premiere at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in Fort Greene — the very neighborhood that helped shape his cinematic voice. 

Kyle from the legendary R&B quartet Jagged Edge dropped by The Urban 1 Summit, and dropped some exciting news that will have fans buzzing.

Just as we thought Wendy Williams was on the up and up, a new medical exam has allegedly determined that her dementia diagnosis is valid.

Cam'ron took his beef with Omar Gooding to another level by booking him on a fake film audition — a chess move of many by the king of petty.

As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.

Giveon has solidified his place in R&B music, blending timeless soul with raw emotion. During the Summit, he revealed how growing up in Long Beach, California—surrounded by Motown influences and nonprofit programs—laid the foundation for his career.

Portraits of President Bush and President Obama have been quietly moved to a discreet, staff-only hallway in the White House have provoked a broader conversation about respect, representation, and the power of symbols.

Flashing cameras, sequins, feathers, and the unmistakable sound of the Puerto Rican Princess’ laugh cutting through the night air. Joseline Hernandez was back, and she was in full command.

These special shopping days—held annually in participating states—allow consumers to purchase certain items without paying sales tax.