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He Wasn’t Even Driving: Trooper Drags Former D-I Basketball Player Through a Shattered Window by His Dreadlocks
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He Wasn’t Even Driving: Trooper Drags Former D-I Basketball Player Through a Shattered Window by His Dreadlocks
— September 2026
Tedrick Washington Jr. wasn't behind the wheel during the 130-mph chase through Mississippi County. He still ended up pulled through a broken window by his dreadlocks, punched in the face and charged — while state police say the trooper did nothing wrong.
We Just Got an Update on Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele’s Friendship, and It Might Surprise You!
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We Just Got an Update on Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele’s Friendship, and It Might Surprise You!
— September 2026
After previous chatter of potential bad blood, Keegan-Michael Key is letting folks know where things stand between him and Jordan Peele.
Nicki Minaj To Judge Trump Administration’s “Patriot Pitch Competition” In D.C.
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Nicki Minaj To Judge Trump Administration’s “Patriot Pitch Competition” In D.C.
— September 2026
The Trump administration is hosting its very own version of "Shark Tank" in Washington, D.C., and self-proclaimed Queen of Rap Nicki Minaj has been selected as one of the celebrity judges.
These Black Costars Found Love On the Set
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These Black Costars Found Love On the Set
— September 2026
If you think you know everything about who dated in Hollywood, these Black celebrity co-stars might surprise you!
NBA Star Jaylen Brown Says Giving Back Comes at a Cost For Athletes
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NBA Star Jaylen Brown Says Giving Back Comes at a Cost For Athletes
— September 2026
Jaylen Brown says athletes are often discouraged from giving back. But that's exactly why he continues to invest in his community.
Lionel Richie and Other Black Music Icons You Need to See Live Soon
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Lionel Richie and Other Black Music Icons You Need to See Live Soon
— September 2026
Lionel Richie's latest health scare has us thinking about other beloved elder Black music icons that folks ought to see perform while they're still getting down and having fun!
Naomi Osaka Makes a Bold Style Statement at the U.S. Open in an Allen Iverson-Inspired Look
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Naomi Osaka Makes a Bold Style Statement at the U.S. Open in an Allen Iverson-Inspired Look
— September 2026
The tennis star turned heads at the U.S. Open in a Law Roach-styled look that paid homage to an NBA legend.
Inside Black Men’s Campaign to Get Keisha Lance Bottoms Elected
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Inside Black Men’s Campaign to Get Keisha Lance Bottoms Elected
— September 2026
Black men could be critical to Bottoms’ Georgia governor bid as Democrats work to rebuild trust and boost turnout among Black voters.
He Built His $30 Million Brand Without Quitting His 9-to-5
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He Built His $30 Million Brand Without Quitting His 9-to-5
— September 2026
Crowned Skin founder Darrell Spencer scaled his brand while working full-time at Meta and Google — then landed $500,000 on 'Shark Tank.' Here's the exit plan he says every entrepreneur needs from day one.
Haitian Immigrant’s Tragic Death Shines a Light on the Human Cost of Ending Temporary Protected Status
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Haitian Immigrant’s Tragic Death Shines a Light on the Human Cost of Ending Temporary Protected Status
— September 2026
Pierre Damas Bel dreamed of becoming a doctor, but his family says losing TPS left him overwhelmed by immigration uncertainty.