NYPD Chief of Department Rodney Harrison to retire
The NYPD announced Thursday that Chief of Department Rodney Harris is retiring at the end…
Acting AG announces millions in funding to reduce gun violence and support victims in NJ
New Jersey’s Department of Law & Public Safety is making available $12 million in grant…
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams hosts fifth annual ‘Plantsgiving’
No turkeys were hurt during the proceedings as Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams hosted the…
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Soul Train 2021 at the Apollo
The 2021 BET Soul Train Awards taped their “star-studded evening celebrating 50 years of the…
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Camille Gainer Jones: A Girl From Queens marches to the beat of her own drum
Amidst the bright lights, busy streets and bold artistry of New York, A Girl From…
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Thanksgiving celebrated across the city
The spirit of Thanksgiving was felt across the city as people came together to celebrate…
Hampton University band performs at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Hampton University Marching Force band will perform in the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The three white found guilty in the murder of Ahmaud Arbery
One at a time on Wednesday afternoon, Travis and Greg McMichael, the son and father,…
Facing a tough stretch of games, the Knicks’ depth will be tested
Practicing time during the NBA regular season is a rare commodity as games come fast…
Expect to pay more for Christmas trees, experts say
Add Christmas trees to the list of items facing shortages and higher prices this year.…
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Report: Racial disparities in drug charges, incarcerations
New analysis shows racial disparities in drug charges and incarcerations in Vermont, with Black people…
Black Americans see biased system in Rittenhouse verdict
For many Black Americans, Kyle Rittenhouse’s acquittal on all charges by a Wisconsin jury on…
White Missouri officer convicted in Black man’s 2019 death
A judge on Friday convicted a white Kansas City police officer of involuntary manslaughter and…
Kyle Rittenhouse found not guilty of all charges
Reports indicate that Kyle Rittenhouse, an 18-year-old accused of fatally shooting two men in Kenosha,…
Oklahoma governor commutes Julius Jones’ death sentence
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt issued a last-minute decision to commute the death sentence of Julius…
Hostos women’s basketball is back in action
Losing a year of competition due to the pandemic was rough for the women’s basketball…
sports
Jackson State is one win away from fulfilling Deion Sanders’ promise
When NFL Hall of Fame defensive back Deion Sanders committed to Jackson State as the…
Former Yankee Eppler looks to revive the Mets
The Mets have had a losing record four out of the last five seasons and…
The Jets’ division losses keeps them at the bottom of the AFC East
With eight weeks left in the NFL season, beginning today with the annual three-game Thanksgiving…
Harden shakes early season slump as the Nets keep rolling
hange in how games are being officiated this season, allowing defenders to be more physical…
Liberty’s Didi Richards serves as a judge in the Quest Rookie Challenge
After a successful first season with the New York Liberty, guard/forward Didi Richards earned a…
Art & Entertainment
‘freestyle love supreme’—Improv at the highest level
There is nothing on Broadway like “freestyle love supreme,” playing at the Booth Theatre! I am so thrilled that it…
Pumpkin Sticky Buns
Check out this recipe for Pumpkin Sticky Buns
Pumpkin Sticky Buns for a memorable holiday dessert
Growing up, holiday gatherings always happened at my place. Over…
Support small businesses this holiday season
Now that the holidays are here and much of what…
film/tv
DOC NYC wraps 11th annual showcase
DOC NYC, America’s largest documentary film festival, just wrapped its…
29th African Diaspora International Film Fest is back––Nov. 26 through Dec. 12
There is an African proverb that says, “Those who respect…
HBO’s ‘Black and Missing’ debuts Nov. 23
Four-part documentary series “Black and Missing”, by multiple Emmy winner…
theater
A heavenly feast awaits You in B’way’s ‘Chicken & Biscuits’
There is a heavenly comedy on Broadway—can the church say…
Pastors for Peace caravan: a bridge between Cuba and the United States
The idea of peace and love promulgated by Jesus of…
Black community cites possible side effects as top reason for not receiving COVID-19 vaccine
The most recent Household Pulse Survey from the Census Bureau…
music
Classic$ fuses hip hop and classical music in fresh new way
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, New York City…
Blinken finds ‘vibrant democracy’ in violence-stricken Nigeria
By GIN A whiz-bang tour through Africa had some discordant…
The Giants’ firing of OC Garrett isn’t a solution to the team’s deep problems
The 3-7 Giants fired offensive coordinator Jason Garrett on Tuesday…
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Delightful Dishes to Dazzle Holiday Guests
Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main…
No room for harassment and violence in our retail stores
Retail sales in the U.S. are already surging as holiday…
A bold agenda for quality education for Eric Adams
Earlier this month, voters elected Eric Adams mayor of New…
Black History
William Wells Brown, an exceptional author and abolitionist
A spoiler notice for students of African American literature was…
Education
Howard University partners with Newark’s University High School offering dual enrollment program
University High School in Newark is partnering with Howard University…
health
Straight facts about Omega-3s and heart health
Many people are familiar with omega-3 fatty acids, and some…
Religion
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Harlem receives Sacred Sites Grant
The New York Landmarks Conservancy has announced 18 Sacred Sites…
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