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The Peabody Awards have decided to honor Cicely Tyson for her 70 years of work on stage, screen and television, as the recipient of a Career Achievement Award. Reserved for individuals whose work and commitment to broadcasting and digital media have left an indelible mark on the field and in
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(BPRW) WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH | Press releases
[ad_1] (BPRW) WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH The National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters shares the anguish, frustration, and anger in our Black communities across the country. The disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic creating sickness and death in our community has been a heavy
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#AAMAM: Celebrating New Orleans Funk and Soul (LISTEN)
As Good Black News continues to celebrate African-American Music Appreciation Month, today we get regional. In GBN contributor Marlon West‘s words: “This collection of New Orleans Funk features ack…
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‘SNL’ Alum Jay Pharoah on the moment police officers kneeled on his neck [VIDEO] | New Pittsburgh Courier
Comedian Jay Pharaoh is speaking out about an encounter with Los Angeles police that he says left him on the ground with an officer’s knee on his neck. The former “Saturday Night Live” star shared surveillance footage of the officers approaching him with guns drawn and pinning him to the ground. At
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Alicia Keys to host Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special
Alicia Keys is known for raising her voice and she plans to empower kids to do the same when she hosts the upcoming Nick News special. Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special will be a revival of sorts for the franchise that ran on Nickelodeon from 1992 to 2015. The hour-long special will
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Mario Talks Being Held at Gunpoint By Miami Police Earlier This Year
R&B singer Mario said that even though a police officer recognized him during a traffic stop, he still feared for his life. He spoke to the New York
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LeBron James And Maverick Carter Raised $100 Million For New Media Company - The Seattle Medium
LeBron James and his business partner Maverick Carter announced the formation of a new media company, SpringHill Co., which will be supported by a $100 million funding round. The post LeBron James And Maverick Carter Raised $100 Million For New Media Company appeared first on The Seattle Medium.
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(BPRW) Statement of California Black Chamber of Commerce on California Efforts to Shut Down Gig-Economy The Black Chronicle
(Black PR Wire) SACRAMENTO, Calif.(BUSINESS WIRE) In response to actions by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra and the City Attorneys of Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco to shut
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Justin Simien is bringing his horror flick Bad Hair to Hulu
Justin Simien is bringing Bad Hair to Hulu and thats a very good thing. The Dear White People creator, who premiered the star-studded, hair-raising horror flick at the Sundance Film Festival in January, said the movie will hit the streamer sometime in October. Were guessing the release will line up
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Bubba Wallace responds to Trumps taunts over noose incident - TheGrio
Bubba Wallace issued a statement that “love wins” after President Donald Trump demanded an apology from the only full-time Black... View Article The post Bubba Wallace responds to Trumps taunts over noose incident appeared first on TheGrio.
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Marc Lamont Hill and Sil Lai Abrams discuss accountability, MeToo in hip-hop - TheGrio
Sil Lai Abrams and Marc Lamont Hill engaged in critical dialogue on Wednesday after Hills participation in a panel in which Russell Simmons was added to the discussion. Simmons has been accused of sexual misconduct and rape by multiple women, including Abrams, as laid out in On The Record
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(BPRW) OWN HONORS AND CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY WITH DAY OF COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAMMING The Black Chronicle
(Black PR Wire) LOS ANGELES OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the commemoration of the Juneteenth holiday with slate of special encore airings of programming on Friday, June 19
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Hulu teases new comedy series 'Woke' starring Lamorne Morris : TheGrio
There's a new comedy coming to Hulu and based on the first official teaser, it's just in time. Woke is... View Article The post Hulu teases new comedy series 'Woke' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Anacostia Juneteenth Rally Brings Hope To Ward 8 | Afro
By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com The Anacostia community in Washington has a reputation that dwarfs its place in Black America’s legacy. Although great Black leaders such as Frederick Douglass were said to have walked the Anacostia streets, contemporary images of the historic area
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Michaela Coel turned down $1M Netflix deal for I May Destroy You - TheGrio
I May Destroy You is now one of HBOs most acclaimed current series and its creator, London-born Michaela Coel is... View Article The post Michaela Coel turned down $1M Netflix deal for I May Destroy You appeared first on TheGrio.
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They Aint Nothing But Devils: Muhammad Ali Jr. Slams Black Lives Matter As Racist, Says His Father Would Not Agree with Movement
Muhammad Ali became a legend for the way he fought opponents in the ring, but his legendary status also has to do with how he fought against racism. The
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Cosby Appeal | The Oklahoma Eagle
www.blackpressusa.com By Stacy M. Brown Cosby has languished in a Pennsylvania prison since September of 2018, serving a three to 10-year sentence. The state Appellate Court denied his earlier requests for relief. The state’s highest court routinely denies hearing cases, particularly sexual
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Nu Metro announces movie premieres to be screened as early as July
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Jada Pinkett Smith Talks Racism and Black Men Being Demonized with Tamika Mallory and Angela Davis on ‘Red Table Talk
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Gabrielle Unions LAs Finest delays season 2 premiere amid unrest
It looks like fans of LAs Finest will have to wait a little longer to see the second season of the series, executive produced by Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba.  Spectrum was ready to release the Bad Boys spinoffs second season on June 8 but theGrio has confirmed the premiere has been delayed
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Riverdale actress apologizes for demanding justice for Breonna Taylor using topless photo - TheGrio
This week Riverdale star Lili Reinhart took to Twitter to issue an apology after she posted a sexually suggestive photo while demanding justice for Breonna Taylor. READ MORE: White woman in Sacramento gets punched after calling Black woman the N-word Initially, Reinhart joined the chorus of
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(BPRW) GOOGLE DOODLE CELEBRATES LGBTQ+ RIGHTS ACTIVIST MARSHA P. JOHNSON | Press releases
[ad_1] (BPRW) GOOGLE DOODLE CELEBRATES LGBTQ+ RIGHTS ACTIVIST MARSHA P. JOHNSON (Black PR Wire) On June 30th, 2020, in light of Pride Month in the U.S., Google launched a Doodle, illustrated by Los Angeles-based guest artist Rob Gilliam, celebrating LGBTQ+ rights activist, performer, and
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(BPRW) ClickUrban is Mobilizing Black-Owned Businesses for Success with their Online Business Directory The Black Chronicle
(Black PR Wire) DENVER CO ClickUrban, LLC, is bridging the gap between black businesses and black consumers. The company has created a dynamic platform that allows black-owned enterprises to
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Four Acts Return to 2021 State Fair Main Stage! - Milwaukee Community Journal
June 26, 2020 – Wisconsin State Fair Park Officials are excited to announce four rescheduled concerts for the 2021 Wisconsin State Fair, despite the cancelation of the 2020 State Fair due to COVID-19. The 2021 Wisconsin State Fair will run Thursday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 15 at Wisconsin State
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‘SNL’ Alum Jay Pharoah on the moment police officers kneeled on his neck [VIDEO] | Atlanta Daily World
Comedian Jay Pharaoh is speaking out about an encounter with Los Angeles police that he says left him on the ground with an officer’s knee on his neck. The former “Saturday Night Live” star shared surveillance footage of the officers approaching him with guns drawn and pinning him to the ground. At
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WORLD Channel Continues its Celebration of Pride Month with a Film looking at Young LGBT Asylum Seekers | BlackPressUSA
To close out WORLD Channel’s celebration of Pride Month, Director Rodney Evans' documentary Vision Portraits debuts June 30. Best known for his films Brother to Brother (2004) and The Happy Sad (2013), in Vision Portraits, Evans takes viewers on a personal journey as he profiles three blind or
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Global Star Amara La Negra Vows to Stand Firm in the Fight for Racial Equality - Los Angeles Sentinel
Her passions have propelled her into a position of influence and leadership as she fights for equal rights for Black and Afro-Latino citizens. The post Global Star Amara La Negra Vows to Stand Firm in the Fight for Racial Equality appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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Hammonds House Museum presents Black Classical Muse virtual concert | Atlanta Daily World
Hammonds House Museum presents Black Classical Muse virtual concert on June 28 at 4 pm Hammonds House Museum, through their new Hammonds House Digital programming, is creating and curating rich arts and cultural experiences that reach audiences beyond the walls of the museum. Black Classical
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Jay-Z publishes national newspaper ads showcasing Black businesses - TheGrio
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Lil Babys Song About Police Brutality and Fighting Racism Becomes His Highest-Charting Single
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