Posts Tagged ‘woman’
Phyllis Blake is the 1st woman elected president of Georgia NAACP
The Georgia NAACP has a long and important history in the civil rights struggle in the state. Now the role of leadership of the Georgia NAACP has been passed to its new president Phyllis Blake. A vote was held at the quarterly meeting held in Macon, Georgia last month and Blake was one of several…
Read MoreAT&T executive Cynt Marshall talks technology
“My education was the foundation for my success and advancement. I have degrees from UC-Berkeley in business administration and human resources management. I’ve always taken on new challenges enthusiastically, and that’s helped me become fearless.”
Read MoreWoman stabbed on train in Chicago
A woman was stabbed to death on a train on the South Side of Chicago. Police First Deputy Superintendent John Escalante said the stabbing occurred at about 12:35 p.m. at the 47th Street Red Line stop. She was pronounced dead on the scene. There is speculation that the attack was “domestic in nature” according to Deputy Escalante…
Read MoreWoman found stuffed in suitcase in Chicago
A woman’s body was discovered stuffed in a suitcase on the South Side of Chicago this past Sunday. It has been reported that a group of teenagers stumbled across the suitcase and when it was opened they saw a Black woman inside with no clothing on. The Roseland community is currently on notice and awaiting…
Read MoreSuccessful playwright Tracie Collins still wins while fighting sexism and racial stereotypes
Tracie Collins is a writer, producer, and director who’s climbing the ladder in her career but isn’t being noticed for the accolades as mainstream tends to overlook talented, self-starting, African American women creators. Collins is well-known for her four full-production stage plays; The V Monologues, Knocking at Love’s Door, Girlfriend Chronicles, Cold Piece of Werk,…
Read MoreJill Scott encourages women to be more than ‘sexy’ during Soul Train Awards acceptance speech
Three time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, Jill Scott, was awarded the first ever Lady of Soul Award on Sunday, November 29 at the Soul Train Awards. The award honors Scott’s 15 years in the music industry and the impact she has had on the industry and fans worldwide. She was also honored as Best R&B Soul/Female…
Read MoreYorli Huff: Ex undercover drug agent turned superhero
Empowerment comes in many forms. Self-empowerment provides the confidence and resilience needed to overcome obstacles that may seem insurmountable. This type of empowerment is necessary as fuel for difficult situations. Many times we find this strength within ourselves, or we may need a boost from the experience of others. Yorli Huff is an empowerment specialist and…
Read MoreJill Scott tops the Billboard 200 with latest album, ‘Woman’
Congratulations are in order for Philly soulstress Jill Scott. The “Back Together” singer’s latest album, Woman, will debut at number one on the August 15th Billboard Top 200 chart. This marks Scott’s second consecutive album to enter the charts in the top spot as her previous album, 2011’s The Light of the Sun, bowed at number…
Read MoreJill Scott shows growth as an artist and ‘Woman’ during live performance in Atlanta
Jill Scott is in a comfortable space. It’s been 15 years since the release of her critically acclaimed debut, Who Is Jill Scott, and the Philadelphia native finally understands who she is as an artist and as a woman. With the release of her latest album, the properly titled Woman, Jill Scott has taken her show…
Read Morev: Amara Enyia, the woman who could've been mayor, part 1
Before Fioretti, before Walls, before Wilson and before Garcia, there was one woman — a young, African-American woman, who staked her claim as the progressive candidate vying for the office of mayor of Chicago. She hit the streets early, building a base, sharing a message and setting an example for people — especially young people…
Read MoreRay J sentenced in battery, trespassing and vandalism case
“Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” star Ray J has pleaded no contest in court after being charged with 10 misdemeanor crimes, including a battery charge, four counts of resisting arrest, three counts of assault and battery and two counts of vandalism. On Aug. 28, Judge Edward Moreton sentenced Norwood to three years probation and 50…
Read MoreRay J charged with battery, assault in police assault case
Singer/reality star Ray J has been charged by the Los Angeles County D.A. with 10 crimes, including misdemeanor battery charge, four counts of resisting arrest, three counts of assault and battery and two counts of vandalism. All charges are misdemeanors.
Read MoreCee Lo won’t lose his spot on ‘The Voice’ despite felony charge
Cee-Lo Green may have some legal issues ahead, but the charismatic Goodie MOB frontman won’t be losing his TV gig over them. It is being reported that sexual assault charges against Cee-Lo are due to be dropped by the Los Angeles District Attorney, but he is slated to still face charges that he furnished ecstasy.
Read MoreDid Danny Brown really get ‘groupie love’ onstage? (photo)
The rapper may have gotten more than a round of applause from one fan in Minnesota
Read MoreCoolio allegedly ran his girlfriend over with a car
The “Gangsta’s Paradise” rapper got into a brawl with his girlfriend.
Read MoreDNA test proves Future is the father of 10-year-old son
Future has a “new” son. A new 10 year old son.
Read MoreWoman Punched by Cleveland Bus Driver Identified; Was She Drunk?
Woman was shot four times during a robbery at the home of a male friend.
Read MoreBeyoncé: Fashion Woman of the Week
Here are our five favorite Beyonce’ looks.
Read MoreSecrets of Cheating Wives and Girlfriends: Detectives Reveal 5 Red Flags
Here, then, are five tell-tale signs of a woman who is stepping out, according to private investigators.
Read MoreNYPD Beats Several People at Pete Rock, Smif N Wessun Album Release Party: Video
On the day of Oscar Grant‘s mother’s settlement with BART for $1.3 million dollars, NYPD apparently finds no problem with beating several people and threatening a mother and daughter. Their crime? They allegedly did not disperse or move fast enough after the Pete Rock and Smif N Wessun album release party in Brooklyn was over.…
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