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National Urban League Issues ‘State Of Emergency’ For Civil Rights Under Trump Admin

The National Urban League recently waved a red flag to alert government officials and Black Americans nationwide that the Black community is in a “state of emergency” under the Trump Administration. According to PBS, the National Urban League has consistently maintained a strong voice that champions economic and social equity for Black Americans while actively combating

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Omega Psi Phi Chapter Expelled At Southern University After Death Of Caleb Wilson

The Beta Sigma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. at Southern University has been expelled after facing hazing allegations. The fraternity came under fire when Southern University student Caleb Wilson died in a hazing incident earlier in February. Per WFAA,, school officials determined that the chapter violated the student code of conduct when its

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Astronomer CEO Andy Byron Resigns After Viral Cheating Scandal with HR Chief Kristin Cabot

The tech world is still reeling from the kiss cam scandal that derailed the careers of two high-ranking executives at Astronomer, a once little-known DataOps company now thrust into a brutal public spotlight. Less than 72 hours after a Coldplay concert in Boston set off a firestorm of controversy, CEO Andy Byron has officially resigned

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Tennessee State adds DC Defenders UFL title-winning coach to football staff

Reggie Barlow continues to assemble a strong staff for his first year at Tennessee State. The longtime HBCU coach has hired D.C. Defenders UFL championship coach Shannon Harris as the Tigers offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. PFNewsroom reporter James Larson first reported the move. Harris, a Tennessee State alumnus, enjoyed a meteoric rise with the

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Shannon Sharpe Sexual Assault Suit Dismissed After Settlement With Accuser: Here’s What To Know

Shannon Sharpe has agreed to a settlement with the woman who accused him of rape. The woman’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, made the announcement on Instagram, saying the parties reached a “mutually agreed upon resolution” after “protracted and respectful negotiations.” “All matters have now been addressed satisfactorily, and the matter is closed,” Buzbee’s Instagram statement read.

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White Man Who Punched Black Middle Schooler In The Face Sentenced To 41 Months In Prison

A white man who allegedly punched a Black child has been sentenced to just under four years in prison. According to The Bellingham Harold, Paul Jonathan Bittner allegedly attacked an 11-year-old boy on June 12, 2024. He was charged with “second-degree assault of a child and commission of a hate crime.” Bittner initially entered a not guilty plea but decided

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Joy Reid Hits Back Against Piers Morgan’s ‘Pre-Planned Ambush’

Former MSNBC host Joy Reid is accusing Piers Morgan of luring her onto his podcast to attack her character and record. Ahead of the interview that aired Thursday evening, Reid called out Morgan for launching a prepared attack against her for obsessing over race and particularly Black women. Reid slams ‘thirsty little troll’ Morgan for

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Taylor Russell Exits Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’

Taylor Russell has departed her co-starring role in Michael B. Jordan’s The Thomas Crown Affair. Production on the film has been underway in London this summer. The role is now being cast as production continues. Sources told Deadline, which exclusively broke the news, that the exit was due to creative differences. Russell was to play

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Fraternity chapter expelled from HBCU campus after hazing death investigation

An HBCU has decided to remove a Black Greek Letter Organization from its campus following the death of a student pledge. Southern University has expelled the Beta Sigma chapter of Omega Psi Phi following an investigation into hazing practices that led to the death of Caleb Wilson this past February. Wilson, 20, was a member

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