Ice Cube takes heat for working with Trump campaign

Ice Cube is facing criticism after it was revealed that he worked with the Trump campaign. On Oct. 14, Katrina Pierson of the Trump campaign announced that the rapper helped with “The Platinum Plan,” a $500 billion package proposed by

Man breaks teen’s jaw after racist remark

Racial strife in America continues to cause concern. on Oct. 14, a White man in Michigan was charged in a federal court for allegedly attacking a Black youth in a racially-motivated attack, according to WDIV. On June 6, Lee Mouat,

Cardi B, Nicki Minaj not collaborating to end beef

Fans of Nicki Minaj and Cardi B were excited over the prospect of the two women ending their beef and collaborating on a song together. On Oct. 13, it was reported by HotNewHipHop that the two could release a song

All-In Recruiting bringing diversity to the tech industry

Lauren Anderson understands the need to increase diversity in the tech industry. The Gary, Indiana-born, Bronx, New York-raised resident of Las Vegas, Nevada, created All-In Recruiting & Talent Boutique to help increase diverse hiring in tech. “My company, All-In Recruiting

Bu Thiam reportedly sued for $3M by Verse Simmonds

Partnerships in the music industry can often sour. On Monday, Oct. 12, it was reported that Maurice “Verse” Simmonds is suing his former business associate. In the early 2010s, Simmonds and Abou “Bu” Thiam, who is also Akon’s brother, reportedly

Black man, 22, found hanging from tree in Orlando

Attorney Ben Crump is helping a family search for answers after a Black man was found hanging from a tree in Orlando, Florida. On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, Crump called for an investigation into the death of Nevan Baker, according

Atlanta Falcons name Raheem Morris interim head coach

Raheem Morris has been named as the interim head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, the Falcons announced the firing of head coach Dan Quinn after the team’s 0-5 start to the season, according to ESPN.

Bishop Barbara Lewis King dies at 90

The religious community is mourning the passing of Bishop Barbara Lewis King, founder of Hillside International Truth Center Inc. in Atlanta, who died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, according to a statement released by her estate. She was 90. Born in

Black man sues for $1M after cops on horseback pulled him by rope

A Black man from Galveston, Texas, is suing the Galveston Police Department after enduring inhumane treatment. Donald Neely, 44, who suffers from mental health issues, filed a lawsuit for $1 million against the department after officers on horseback pulled him

Shaquille O’Neal reveals he voted for the 1st time in 2020

The Nov. 3 election could change the direction of America. In sports, several voting initiatives have encouraged former and current athletes to vote. But while social justice has been at the forefront of the NBA’s return to action in 2020,

Tory Lanez charged in shooting of Megan Thee Stallion

Tory Lanez could spend the next two decades of his life behind bars after being charged with shooting Megan Thee Stallion. On Oct. 8, Lanez was charged by the L.A. County D.A., according to TMZ.  Lanez, whose real name is