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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. has revoked the membership of the former Memphis police officers involved in the death of Tyre Nichols. The organization states they will also be barred from any privileges awarded to active members.
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Demetrius Haley, One Of The Officers Charged In Tyre Nichols' Death, Texted Photos Of The Beating To Others - Blavity
The list of disheartening violations continues to grow in Tyre Nichols' case, as one of the five former police officers sent pictures shortly after beating him.
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Rihanna Confirms Pregnancy Following Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance - Blavity
Rihanna has confirmed her pregnancy following speculation after her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance . Post-performance, The Hollywood Reporter verified the news via a rep for the singer. During the performance, Rihanna visibly unzipped her jacket and rubbed her belly during several parts of
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'That's So Raven' Star Orlando Brown Reportedly Receiving Mental Evaluation Following December Arrest - Blavity
That's So Raven star Orlando Brown is reportedly set to undergo a mental evaluation following his December arrest in Ohio. According to TMZ, Brown's attorney has asked for an assessment to see if the actor is mentally fit to stand trial for his domestic violence case. The
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Charlie Walker, San Francisco’s Black Contractors' Hero, Honored By Biopic Star Mike Colter In Light Of His Death - Blavity
Charlie Walker, who was the subject of a recent film starring Luke Cage ‘s Mike Colter , has died at 89 years old. In the 1960s, Walker led protests to open public construction jobs to Black contractors who were being excluded and deliberately discriminated and passed over for white truckers and
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Georgia Student Faces Criminal Charges In Viral Attack That Left Teacher With A Broken Leg - Blavity
A ninth-grade high school student is facing criminal charges after an altercation with a teacher left her with a broken leg in Rockdale, Georgia .
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Power to the People: Are We Still in the Fight?    | The Michigan Chronicle
“It's easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Frederick Douglass, a social reformer, orator and writer said those words decades ago, words which still ring true today. Detroit has as much invested in social justice as any other southern city in America. From the Underground
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This Black History Month, Let’s Amplify Being ‘WOKE’
By Ronald Walker | Word In Black (WIB) - As we enter February, the designated month for the appreciation of Black History, a critical question may arise from those who are not Black. That question might be, “why does Black History matter?” This looms large, givenFlorida’s recent r
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Pretty Ricky's Baby Blue Released From Prison Early Under Trump Act, Changes His Name To 'Bigg Money Blue' - Blavity
Pretty Ricky’s Baby Blue was released Tuesday after serving time in jail for a $24 million Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan scam. As  Blavity  covered, on Dec. 16, 2021, Blue, whose legal name is Diamond Blue Smith, was sentenced to 20 months in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to
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City of Detroit Partners with Cultural, Historic Spaces to Commemorate Black History Month 2023 | The Michigan Chronicle
The City of Detroit recently announced a partnership with cultural and historic spaces to present an unprecedented commemoration of Black History Month 2023. 'Mayor Mike Duggan has made clear that it is our duty as public servants to ensure opportunities for all residents to have everything they
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Offset Claps Back At J. Prince's Comments About Takeoff's Death: 'You Trying Clear Your Face N***a' - Blavity
Offset has responded to J. Prince following an interview he did where he discussed the night of late rapper Takeoff’s death . On a recent episode of the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast hosted by Gillie and Wallo, the well-known Prince family sat down to talk about the chain of events that took
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Shilo Sanders Trolls Student Pretending To Be His Brother Deion Sanders Jr. At University Of Colorado Boulder - Blavity
While walking across campus, Deion Sanders‘ son, Shilo Sanders , had a funny moment when he encountered a student impersonating his brother and caught it all on camera.
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The-Dream Says 'N****s Be On CP Time' With Beyoncé Stuck In Traffic During First 2023 Grammy Speech - Blavity
The-Dream was almost too candid while accepting Beyoncé's first Grammy Award of the telecast because she was stuck in traffic. During this year's ceremony, Beyoncé won Best R&B song for her viral track 'Cuff It,' giving her her 31st Grammy.
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Discover These Black History Month Events in Cities Across The Country - Ebony
Black History Month is an important time of year to celebrate and recognize the achievements of African Americans. It is a time to reflect on the struggles and successes of the past and to look forward to a brighter future. Black History Month Events are taking place across the nation that are re
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Top 5 Super Bowl National Anthem Performances
Singing “The Star Spangled Banner” during the Super Bowl is one of the greatest honors that a performer can have in their career. Other than performing during the halftime show, singing the National Anthem is a highly coveted spot for entertainers. Although the complete version of our nation's nn
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Outreach Community Health Centers host Annual Meeting to celebrate community partners and to share additional information regarding their $19 Million, 58,000-square-foot addition to its facility at 210 West Capitol Drive. - Milwaukee Community Journal
WHEN: Wednesday, January 25, 2023 Reception: 8:30 - 9:00 am Program: 9:00 -10:00 am WHERE: Milwaukee Youth Arts Center- 525 W. Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 WHO/WHAT: Outreach Community Health […]
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Top 8 Super Bowl Halftime Shows
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Drake is a mega-successful rapper, and according to his 5-year-old son, he’s also a pretty cool dad. Drake and his son,  Adonis Graham , recently sat down for a father-son interview for Barstool Sports’  Sundae Conversation . During the video, host Caleb Pressley asked the 5-year-old if he knew how
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On First Day Of Black History Month, College Board Releases AP African American Studies Curriculum
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Rihanna's Super Bowl Performance and Pregnancy Reveal Had Us Shook in the Best Possible Way
The bad gal RiRi Super Bowl halftime show gave us the energy we have been missing from our favorite Bajan queen. With a surprise special guest, a slick Fenty Beauty product placement and over 50 dope dancers, Rihanna set it off at Super Bowl LVII with a high-energy medley of her greatest hits aft
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Chris Brown Cries Foul, Disses Robert Glasper After Losing Best R&B Album At 2023 Grammys To Him - Blavity
Chris Brown didn't take his album not winning at the 2023 Grammys too lightly, and his reaction has fans dragging him on social media. The 'No Guidance' singer's Breezy (Deluxe) record was nominated for Best R&B Album at this year's event alongside Mary J. Blige's Good Morning Gorgeous
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Prospective Staffer Accuses Controversial Congressman George Santos Of Sexual Harassment - Blavity
Rep. George Santos , R-NY, who has faced scrutiny after lying about his life, fraud claims, racism and various other scandals, has been accused of sexual harassment. A prospective staffer has filed a police report and a congressional ethics violation complaint against Santos for allegedly groping
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'Stephen Curry: Underrated' Is Not Your Average Sports Documentary - Blavity
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Rihanna Takes To The Air And Dazzles With Setlist Of Hits For Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance - Blavity
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Our Authors Study Club Hosts City-Wide African American Heritage Month Events - Los Angeles Sentinel
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