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Music

Two friends candidly discuss their struggles to say 'yes' to God, finding wisdom in a father's patience with his son.

Entertainment

In commemorating the birthday of political activist Marcus Garvey, we also look at the influence of his red, green & black Pan-African Flag.

Entertainment

AI can boost marketing, but requires clear goals. Businesses need a plan to leverage AI effectively, not just generate content.

Television

Long before Kirk Franklin became one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary gospel music, he nearly added sitcom star to his résumé. In 1998, Franklin starred in an ABC pilot titled “The Kirk Franklin Show,” playing a fictionalized version of himself. The comedy followed an artist who returns to his hometown and begins working […]

Obituaries

Hollywood lost many beloved actors in 2026, from Oscar winners to sitcom stars, with causes ranging from cancer to accidents.

News

Campus shooting, shift in 2028 primary, and historic merger of Black-owned banks highlight issues impacting communities.

Entertainment

The 41st annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards celebrated gospel music’s biggest names Saturday, Aug. 15, in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Darrel Walls and Lisa Knowles-Smith among the night’s biggest winners. Walls won artist of the year and contemporary male artist of the year for his album “Heart of Mine.” Knowles-Smith collected five awards, including Albertina […]

Entertainment

Gospel icon Beverly Crawford collaborates with young artist J'Quailen Carr, blending tradition and innovation in her decades-long career.

Lifestyle

Discover how small financial decisions can pave the way to greater wealth, with insights from renowned speaker Dr. Willie Jolley.

Entertainment

Gospel icon BeBe Winans releases new single 'All to Thee,' a modern-day hymn to comfort listeners through life's challenges.

News

Thousands of Ohio and Kentucky residents are still dealing with power outages after Tuesday’s severe storms. The storms left roughly 180,000 people without power across the region. Some households remain without electricity as of Thursday. If you receive SNAP benefits and lost food during the outage, you may qualify for replacement benefits. SNAP recipients can […]

Primaries signal voter demand for new leadership; Lakers sold for record $12B; student loan delinquencies improve.