Tips for care of your deck and patio.
The Department of Health is also reporting four additional deaths related to the virus.
Discussion on reducing crime in Prince George’s County held with officials and residents.
Michelle Reed selected as Fairfax County’s new superintendent of schools.
Monday April 18th is the deadline to file your taxes, did you forget anything?
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Churches are reopening now. Are you going back inside or are you going to wait?
Howard University has returned to virtual learning for the rest of the semester.
Howard University has returned to virtual learning for the rest of the semester.
In a letter to students, Provost Dr. Anthony K. Wutoh and University Dean Dr. Hugh Mighty reported an increase in COVID-19 positivity on campus due to the BA.2 omicron subvariant of the coronavirus.
“While recent studies show that BA.2 does not cause more severe illness than the initial omicron variant, data also show that BA.2 is even more transmissible. As we noted previously, given the increased number of cases, we also have a concurrent increase in the number of residential students assigned to quarantine. The current quarantine process and protocols will remain in effect,” WUSA 9 reports.
As reported by FOX 5, Howard says over the past week, the positivity rate at the university increased from 2 percent to approximately 5 percent.
The university is implementing the following measures effective Thursday:
– Undergraduate courses conducted during the final days of classes (April 14–22, 2022) will be held online, as will any final examinations for undergraduate students.
– Any social gatherings are encouraged to be conducted outdoors.
– Capacity at indoor social events will be limited.
Residence halls will remain open, but students have the option to check out early. The letter did not mention canceling graduation ceremonies, but it did say that the university is putting these safety measures in place to ensure commencement celebrations can happen. (via NBC Washington 4)
Lyoya was fatally shot in the back of the head after a police stop.
‘Hrs & Hrs’ singer Muni Long was reportedly not invited to her own plaque party.
‘Hrs & Hrs’ singer Muni Long was reportedly not invited to her own plaque party.
As reported by The Jasmine Brand, Muni Long detailed the situation in a series of Tik Tok videos, shared on April 12.
“Come on in here and get this tea while it’s hot,” she began. “So apparently it’s a party going on tomorrow where it’s being plaques given away for ‘Hrs & Hrs.’ And guess who’s not getting one? Me! Guess who wasn’t even invited? Me,” she continued.
She inserted the invite list that didn’t show her name. The singer claimed the party is being held by J.R. McKee, a music industry executive she worked with before falling out with him in January.
“You think you’re gonna go there for like a little celebration party, right? He’s gonna present you with a plaque that I’ve never seen, didn’t approve, has my logo on it next to his, which, I’m not cool with that. And here’s the kicker, he’s gonna turn around and use the moment [to promote] one of his artists. He’s gonna play music for you guys, using the moment like he wants to honor you, but really it’s a manipulation tactic. How awesome is that?”
Muni Long continued, detailing her falling out with J.R. McKee, who owns the streaming label MPR Global.
“I haven’t been in good graces with J.R. since January when I discovered I was being manipulated and I brought it up to him and his partner, Drew … and you know what he said? He said, ‘I’m not in the Muni Long business. I’m in the J.R. McKee business. I don’t care how it makes you feel. You signed [the contract]. I’m going to do what I gotta do for my family.’”
She said she was hurt by his response and felt he was exploiting her “creations.”
“You don’t care about the creator or how what you’re saying to me affects my creative process. You just care about the money. Cool,” she stated.
Muni Long shared some final words on Instagram, making it clear that she does not support J.R. McKee and his label.
“I also hate that there may be other artists who have fallen for the fallacy, believing that I co-sign what is going on and I ABSOLUTELY DO NOT,” she added.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okfR_VIbXEQ
Well, it’s been real. The three time Daytime Emmy and two time NAACP Image Award-winning talk show, ‘The Real’ has been officially canceled after eight seasons.
Well, it’s been real. The three time Daytime Emmy and two time NAACP Image Award-winning talk show, ‘The Real‘ has been officially canceled after eight seasons.
Warner Bros. Unscripted Television/Telepictures canceled the beloved talk show, declining to extend it to a ninth season, according to Variety. The decision is unrelated to the launch of “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”
Co-host Loni Love tweeted, “In the end The Real cast & crew did everything we could to scale the show down..We shot 7-8 shows in 3 days, no audience, made a conference room into a studio, but in my opinion Covid costs killed this show,” Love said on Twitter. “It’s been a great ride and thanks to the viewers for 8 great seasons!”
“It [w]as a fun ride!! Got to work with an group of amazing women and crew,” Garcelle Beauvais tweeted.
Besides Love and Beauvais, the rest of the panel, Adrienne Bailon Houghton and Jeannie Mai Jenkins, has yet to publicly comment, reports LA Times.
The show, which aired in Fox-owned stations in major markets, utilized a panel strip format similar to “The View.” The syndicated series created by “Jersey Shore” executive producer SallyAnn Salsano was known for offering perspectives from multicultural women and aiming at a young adult audience. The original hosts included actor Tamera Mowry-Housley, stylist Jeannie Mai, singer Tamar Braxton and singer an actress Loni Love.
Tamera Mowry-Housley and Tamar Braxton were both co-hosts when “The Real” premiered in 2013 but have since left the show. Amanda Seales also had a short stint on the talk show before Garcelle Beauvais joined as a permanent co-host.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzCI9834cC8
Gospel singer Marvin Sapp’s story will be a TV film premiering this August.
Gospel singer Marvin Sapp‘s story will be a TV film premiering this August.
According to TV One, the film titled ‘Never Would Have Made It: The Marvin Sapp Story,’ will star ChazLamar Shepherd as the iconic artist and Ambre Anderson will play Sapp’s late wife, MaLinda Prince Sapp. The couple share three children together, Marvin II, Mikaila, and Madisson.
Sapp posted a series of videos with a reflective caption on Instagram, reminiscing on his journey and the filming process.
“Yesterday something began that was not in my personal vision for my life, however, it was in God’s plan. I’ve been blessed to have an amazing musical career… millions of records sold. I’ve been nominated and or have received every award in this music industry along with crossover success on multiple songs that I’ve written or performed,” he captioned his Instagram post.
With more than 30 years attached to his accomplishments after rising to prominence as a member of Commissioned back in the ‘90s, Sapp is also a radio show host, author, senior pastor of The Chosen Vessel Cathedral in Dallas, Texas, and pastor emeritus of Lighthouse Full Life Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a church founded by his late wife.
‘Never Would Have Made It: The Marvin Sapp Story’ will be released on Aug. 21.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7d2nSjDejs
Henson is returning to her alma mater, the illustrious Howard University as the Class of 2022 Commencement speaker.
Academy award nominated actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson is returning to her alma mater, the illustrious Howard University, as the Class of 2022 Commencement speaker.
As reported by FOX 5, Henson graduated from the Howard University College of Fine Arts in 1995. Since then, she has gone on to become an award-winning actress, producer and director, a best-selling author, and a noted philanthropist.
“It is with great pleasure that the Howard University community will welcome alumna Taraji P. Henson back home to deliver the 2022 Commencement address,” said President of Howard University Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick.
“An accomplished actress and fierce champion for HBCUs and the African American community at large, Ms. Henson exemplifies the University tenets of excellence in truth and service. We could not be more excited to have her join us in celebrating the graduating Class of 2022,” he continued.
Henson was recently appointed by President Joe Biden to join the White House HBCU Initiative advisory board.
The 154th Commencement, set for Saturday, May 7 on the Yard, is the university’s first in-person graduation open to guests since the start of the pandemic, reports the Hilltop.
“I am honored and humbled to be returning to my Alma Mater, Howard University, to deliver this year’s Commencement address to the graduating Class of 2022 and their families,” said Henson. “Returning to Howard always feels like coming home, and I cannot wait to share this incredible moment with Howard students as they prepare to take the next step in their journeys to success.”
During the ceremony, Howard will confer upon Henson the honorary doctorate of humane letters.
As detailed by Yahoo!, Henson’s autobiography, titled “Around the Way Girl,” chronicled her rise to success, how she overcame adversity and the world-class instruction she received from Howard University. Henson is currently in production on Blitz Bazawule’s “The Color Purple,” where she will star as Shug Avery.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhIBMgd9N_s
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Wayne A.I. Frederick is soon to be Howard University’s former president in 2024.
Wayne A.I. Frederick is soon to be Howard University’s former president come June of 2024.
On Wednesday, the Board of Trustees announced Frederick’s June 2024 retirement by email to the Howard University community. Frederick has served as president for the past nine years.
“The next president of Howard will follow Dr. Frederick’s lead in exemplifying our motto of truth and service by strengthening our legacy, embracing and expanding our community, and building on our strategic plan to prioritize the success of our students, faculty and staff,” the letter reads.
As reported by the Hilltop, Frederick is an alumni and worked as a faculty member prior to his appointment as president of the University. He began as interim president in 2013 and took on a permanent position in 2014, making him the 17th president of the university. Aside from his role as president, he has also maintained the title of Charles R. Drew Endowed Chair of Surgery.
Trustee Chair Laurence Morse wrote, “I join my fellow trustees in expressing my profound gratitude to Dr. Frederick for his tireless, unwavering efforts to lead our University to greater academic excellence, fiscal strength, and service to our community and country.”
“Needless to say, given his outstanding performance, the board desired that he would have chosen to remain in office longer,” he continued. (via WTOP News)
Howard said under Frederick’s tenure, “the four-year graduation rate increased by 20 percentage points to 60 percent, and the six-year graduation rate increased 8 percentage points to 69 percent. Both percentages are the highest in our University’s history.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkWLcLAJClY
Would you buy a home with a stranger living in the basement?
According to a report from The Daily Mail, the listing stated that a buyer would have to agree to have someone living on the lower level — with no lease.
The Daily Mail also reported that the new buyer will have no access to see the lower level at all, and will presumably have no recourse in getting the downstairs ‘neighbor’ to ever leave.
The 5 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home was built in 1964 and listed as 2,548 square feet.
Fox5DC reported on Wednesday that the home sold for above it’s asking price and brought in a total of five offers. Which begs the question, would you buy a home with a stranger living in the basement?
After launching a boycott against Bravo, the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ reality star Nene Leakes claims she is “blacklisted.”
By Brooks Welch
After launching a boycott against Bravo, the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ reality star Nene Leakes claims she is “blacklisted.”
According to Screen Rant, Leakes was once the highest paid housewife across all the franchises. After season 12 in 2020, NeNe announced her exit which she claimed was over failed contract negotiations at the time. However, shortly after making the big announcement, NeNe went on a tirade against Bravo accusing them of racism and discrimination, claims which other fellow Bravo personalities also backed up (via The Shade Room).
Leakes seemingly “stirred the pot” when she tweeted, “They always Blacklist you when you tell the truth.”
She later posted, “Stop harassing me, my business and my family! Stop having me followed, stop blacklisting black women for speaking the truth, stop paying off attorneys to not file discrimination claims!” A message assumed to be aimed at Bravo, her former network.
There are rumors about the tension between Nene Leakes and Kandi Burruss, reports Hot New Hip Hop.
“You can’t brag about being paid the most out of anybody and then say that they’re not treating you right,” Kandi said on a recent episode of her latest spin-off ‘Kandi & The Gang.’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh4RHMYPguQ
Singer and actress Amber Riley has reportedly called it quits with her former fiancé, DeSean Black.
Singer and actress Amber Riley has reportedly called it quits with her former fiancé, DeSean Black.
As reported by BET News, the ‘Single Black Female’ star spoke with ‘Nice & Neat’ podcast hosts and was asked about her relationship status.
“I am a single Black female,” she revealed. “I am, but I’m not a crazy one like in the movie.”
“I’m recently single,” she added, noting that their breakup was amicable. “I wish him the best. I don’t have anything horrible or bad to say.”
Riley became engaged to Black in 2020. According to Essence, Riley posted a now deleted photo with the caption, “There was a time when I thought I didn’t want or deserve this kind of love,” she wrote. “I’m looking at a man who changed my mind. My time by myself, loving on myself, getting comfortable with myself, prepared me for you, and prepared me for this. I am so proud to say, I am the future Mrs. Black.”
Details about what happened or who initiated the breakup have not been given.
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He’s being charged with carrying out terrorist attacks against a mass transit system.
The subject was brought up when a fan posed the question on Twitter.
“The fact that @MariahCarey never won a VMA and still hasn’t won a Vanguard award don’t sit right with me.
Get it together @MTV @vmas.” Mariah responded to the fan’s tweet with a GIF of her “Honey” remix video showing her being lifted by a helicopter. “Yeah.. @MTV how have I offended thee? Nary an award?”
Mariah captioned the GIF. Mariah has been nominated for a VMA six times, most recently in 2008 for ‘Touch My Body.’
Other videos of hers to be nominated, include: ‘One Sweet Day,’ ‘Shake It Off,’ and ‘I Know What You Want.’ MTV has yet to respond.
Do you think Mariah Carey deserves the MTV Vanguard Award?
Yeah.. @MTV how have I offended thee? Nary an award? ☹️ https://t.co/Be9g8qOZyI pic.twitter.com/7UAEJG9YgJ
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) April 9, 2022
The reboot was given the green light over a year ago and will be produced by Jimmy Fallon.
The reboot was given the green light over a year ago and will be produced by Jimmy Fallon.
In the reboot, contestants will partner with Jimmy and other celebs to guess words and win cash.
There will be 8 episodes and the first will be dedicated to Betty White, who is considered one of the best Password players ever.
Did you ever watch Password? Do you think you could win at Password?
The biggest cause of the increase was COVID-19.
The biggest cause of the increase was COVID-19 – accounting for 65,000 more deaths than in 2020.
Drug overdose deaths also saw a significant spike – especially among young people age 14-18.
Deaths from cancer, diabetes, liver disease, and stroke also increased last year.
Other than COVID-19, why do you think so many other causes of death increased in 2021? Will they go down in 2022?
A total of 25 works were added.
A total of 25 works were added, including for the first time more than two Latin recordings, and two Rap/Hip-Hop recordings being added in the same year.
Also added was Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin,’” Bonnie Rait’s album, “Nick of Time,” Linda Ronstadt’s Canciones de Mi Padre, Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), and Alicia Keys’ “Songs In A Minor.”
25 records are selected each year.
Under the terms of the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000, the Librarian of Congress, the only stipulation is that they be at least 10 years old.
Which ten-year-old recording do you think should’ve been added to the National Recording Registry?
Grammy-winning singer Ledisi will shine on the silver screen as the iconic Gospel singer in upcoming biopic, ‘Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story.’
Grammy-winning singer Ledisi will shine on the silver screen as the iconic Gospel singer, Mahalia Jackson, in an upcoming biopic, ‘Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story.’
As detailed by Shadow and Act, the film stars Ledisi as Jackson, one of the most popular gospel singers in the genre. The film also stars Columbus Short, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Janet Hubert, Vanessa Williams, Corbin Bleu and Keith David. The film is directed by Denise Dowse and executive produced by Ericka Nicole Malone and Vince Allen.
Named after one of Jackson’s signature songs, ‘Remember Me,’ the film, set during the tumultuous period between 1956 and 1963, will chronicle the successful career of Jackson as well as her unique friendship and devotion to Martin Luther King Jr. and her unsung contribution to the Civil Rights Movement, reports Deadline.
Also referred to as the Queen of Gospel, Jackson was pivotal in the encouragement and inspiration of MLK’s famous ‘I Have A Dream’ speech. She often accompanied King to perform at rallies and events and became the silent voice behind the great activist and civic leader.
‘Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story,’ written and executive produced by Ericka Nicole Malone and directed by Denise Dowse, will premiere during the opening night of the 30th annual Pan African Film & Arts Festival in Los Angeles, CA.
Another Mahalia Jackson film, ‘Mahalia’premiered on Lifetime last year starring Danielle Brooks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXyLBHcJ1MY&t=26s
TechStars DC is helping to close the funding gap.
TechStars DC has joined with JP Morgan to close the funding gap with Black and Brown founders. The program is now in DC and accepting applications. For more information go here:
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Philadelphia is reimposing their indoor mask mandates as COVID cases begin to rise.
Philadelphia is reimposing their indoor mask mandates as COVID cases begin to rise.
The Philadelphia Department of Health said coronavirus cases increased by more than 50% in a ten-day span in the city where there’s now an average of 142 new cases per day.
Taking effect on April 18, Philadelphia will again require masks indoors at all restaurants, shops, offices, and other indoor public spaces next week, the city health department announced Monday. Businesses can opt to require proof of vaccination instead of requiring masks.
“I sincerely wish we didn’t have to do this again,” said city Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole. “I wish this pandemic was over just as much as any of you.”
She continues, “Our city remains open. By wearing masks consistently we can continue to go about our daily lives and continue to take part in the life of our city without contributing to increasing transmission of COVID-19,” Bettigole said.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkHZdoLQfN0
She went on to jokingly blame her drinking habits for the extra pounds.
Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Monday to promote her new Showtime series, ‘The First Lady.’ The actress used the sit-down with Kimmel to open up about her struggles with weight.
“I turn 56, and I don’t know what fits anymore,” Davis said. “That’s when it hit. Everything gets wider, bulgier and here’s the thing, I work out.”
Yahoo! reports that the ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ star eats well and exercises regularly to maintain what she believes is a healthy weight. That being said, she sometimes is shocked at what the scale reads when she steps on it.
“I get on the scale,” she said. “I look at it. I get back off. I get back on. I get off. And then I’ll even take a hair pin out of my hair. I’ll put it on the side. I get back on. And by that time I’m mad as hell.”
She went on to jokingly blame her drinking habits for the extra pounds.
“I think it has something to do with those large glasses of liquor I’ve been drinking during the pandemic,” she laughed. “I’ve been knocking that back.”
According to News Week, along with Davis’ role as Michelle Obama in the Showtime series ‘The First Lady,’ she is also set to appear in a Netflix special alongside Oprah Winfrey as herself later this month filmed at the host’s home in Maui.
‘Oprah + Viola: A Netflix Special Event’ launches on April 22 and will feature a discussion about the celebrated actress’ life and illustrious career.
‘The First Lady’ debuts on April 17 at 9PM ET/PT, streaming exclusively on Showtime.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9hfMmIYlWM
What can parents do about this to keep their children safe?
NFL’er Cam Newton was on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast.
“A woman for me is handling your own but knowing how to cater to a man’s needs. A lot of time when you get that aesthetic ‘Imma boss b- Imma this and a that’ no baby but you can’t cook. You don’t know when to be quiet. You don’t know how to let a man lead,” he said.
The comments circulated around social media with the quickness.
What do you think of Cam’s comments?
Miya Ponsetto, grabbed a Black teenager in a hotel lobby in New York City and accused him of stealing her cellphone.
The songstress with the big voice will be sharing the secrets of her vocal abilities
Nicki Minaj opened up about her struggles with anxiety and how it feels to be “constantly scrutinized.”
Nicki Minaj recently opened up about her struggles with anxiety and how it feels to be “constantly scrutinized.”
As a guest on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke, which aired on Wednesday, Minaj opened up about life as a mother and her experiences with anxiety, People reported.
The rapper revealed that she was “more confident” when she was younger and first entered the music industry, revealing that now she struggles with anxiety.
“I think when you are a woman and you’re in the public eye all the time, if you’re not careful you can become less confident because you’re being constantly scrutinized,” she said, during a candid moment captured during their ride. “I just don’t think it’s natural. It’s not natural for a human being to just always feel like everyone’s critiquing them.”
“When I first came into the industry, I had this amazing sense of freedom because nobody gave a s— about what I was doing,” Minaj continued. “And then it goes from that to the complete, complete opposite. Where it’s like, if I blink my eye wrong, they’ll have a story made up about why I blinked my eye that way.”
Minaj goes on to share how staying off of social media helps her to cope.
“Whenever I am off of social media, and I take that s— off my phone, I have this enormous sense of peace. And then you realize what really matters,” the new mother said, “I don’t care what could be going on… when I look at my son, I’m just magically in love….He just makes me laugh, makes me smile, makes me happy. He’s just so cute and cuddly.”
Nicki and her husband Kenneth Petty welcomed their first child, nicknamed Papa Bear, in September 2020.
This year has proven to be full of excitement for actress and entrepreneur Taraji P. Henson, who has now added an affordable body care line to her latest ventures.
This year has proven to be full of excitement for actress and entrepreneur Taraji P. Henson, who has now added an affordable body care line to her latest ventures.
As covered in an exclusive with InStyle, Henson is aiming to turn your entire shower routine into a moment of self-care with Body by TPH, a collection of nourishing body care products with luxurious scents and textures that can be used solo or layered like you would in your facial skincare routine.
“People are a little traumatized from the pandemic and they’re not socializing as much or going to spas as much because there’s still the fear of COVID,” Henson tells InStyle. “During shutdown, I was teaching people how to do their hair at home and now it’s like, let’s turn that Sunday chore into a ritual. While you have your hair mask on, you can indulge in a nice deep, relaxing bath with a relaxing candle. Or you can get your energy the next morning from the mandarine and ginger in the body cleansing line.”
Henson is referring to the three collections within the Body by TPH line: The Cleanse + Condition Coalition, The Skin Stylers, and Restoration Situals.
The Cleanse + Condition Coalition is a set of products designed to energize the body and mind in the morning. This includes the Good Daze Energizing Gel Body Cleanser ($9), The Ish Condish Nourishing In-Shower Conditioner ($9), The Leave-On Hydrating Daily Body Lotion ($9), and the It’s Lit In The AM candle ($12). The candle features notes of ginger extract, mandarin, magnolia, jasmine, bourbon, coconut wood, sandalwood, and musk, and serves as the scent for this collection.
The Skin Stylers collection features the Anything Glows Body Oil ($12), Watch Me Whip Hard Working Whipped Body Cream ($12), Softer Than a Mutha Decadent Skin Silkening Body Butter ($12), Baby Buff’d Body Scrub ($12), get their scents from the Anyplace, Anytime Candle ($12), which has notes of almond milk, Brazilian orange oil, lemon oil, Spanish citrus oil, blonde wood, light jasmine, tuberose, vanilla, heliotrope, and marshmallow musk. These products are essentials for any time of day.
And then there’s the Restoration Rituals to help you wind down at night. This lineup includes The Wind Down Relaxing Creamy Body Cleanser ($9), Bubble Or Nothin Comforting Bath Elixir ($9), Double Z’s Dual Action Bath Soak & Body Scrub ($12), and the It’s Lit In The PM Stress Relieving Evening Candle ($12), the scent of this collection. It comes with notes of lemon oil, fresh turmeric, rosewater, geranium oil, ylang-ylang, palo santo, coconut cream, and patchouli.
In 2020, the award-winning actress launched her haircare brand, TPH by Taraji, to provide efficacious, affordable products that emphasize the importance of scalp care, especially for those who wear protective styles like braids, wigs, and weaves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25lVB8TRX00
Gospel legend Kirk Franklin’s son Kerrion Franklin was arrested in Los Angeles without bond.
Kirk Franklin’s Son Arrested Kerrion Franklin, the son of Kirk Franklin is in jail after being taken into custody over the weekend. According to arrest records, he was pulled over by police, sent to jail, and denied bond. Instead, he was given “permanent residence” in the L.A. County Jail. Social media personality Larry Reid uncovered the arrest on Monday, and according to Reid, Franklin says he was “wrongfully arrested.” Franklin also revealed that a gun was found when he was arrested, but he claims it wasn’t his. Reid also claims that the car Kerrion was driving belonged to a woman who may have been murdered.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pP94dMz-NGk
‘Slow Motion’ singer Trey Songz has been cleared in sexual assault investigation in Las Vegas.
‘Slow Motion’ singer Trey Songz has been cleared in sexual assault investigation in Las Vegas.
On Friday, the Las Vegas Metro Police Department confirmed that the signer is in the clear over an alleged incident that took place in November, as reported by People.
According to TMZ, Songz celebrated his 37th birthday at Drai’s Nightclub and allegations were made against the singer after his entourage brought a group of women back to a hotel from the club, and that’s where things allegedly took a turn.
“The LVMPD has conducted the investigation into the sexual assault allegations against Tremaine Neverson and determined that no criminal charges will be filed,” the rep tells People. “If any new evidence comes to light, the case will be reopened for further investigation.”
As reported by The Root, shortly after being cleared, Songz’s lawyers spoke out, telling TMZ: “We are pleased that Trey Songz’ has been cleared of wrongdoing and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department investigation has officially been closed. We are grateful to the LVMPD for the professional police work done and their thorough investigation, which included findings of inconsistency in witness testimony and insufficient evidence. We are pleased that Trey can now return to what he does best, entertaining.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mgc0I25fMqw
Sad news for those rooting for billionaire Robert F. Smith’s bid for the Denver Broncos, the entrepreneur’s plans have been thwarted by Walmart Heir Rob Walton.
Sad news for those rooting for billionaire Robert F. Smith’s bid for the Denver Broncos, the entrepreneur’s plans have been thwarted by Walmart Heir Rob Walton.
The Bloomberg Billionaires Index reported that Walton, the former chairperson of Walmart Inc. and the oldest of Sam Walton, the founder of the Walmart chain stores, is ranked as the 17th wealthiest individual globally, with a net worth of $69.1 billion.
As reported by the NY Post, Walton is expected to submit a Broncos bid on Friday worth more than $4 billion — the highest price ever paid for a professional sports team, according to sources close to the situation.
The Broncos have set Friday as the deadline for opening bids and are only accepting offers that are for more than $4 billion, a source closely following the situation said.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, have earnestly been courting Smith, 59, owner of Vista Equity Partners, a private-equity firm, to become the first African-American to own an NFL team, the NY Post reports.
the New York Post also reported that if Smith still decides to go forward with his bid. In that case, he will be tasked with raising a $20 billion acquisition, and even with his net worth of $6.7 billion, the league requires owners to pay $1 billion in debt and 33 percent of equity on a team.
Jussie Smollett has not quit the fight for his innocence and he made a song about it.
Actor and singer Jussie Smollett has not quit the fight for his innocence and he made a song about it.
As reported by BET, On Friday (April 8), Smollett released a nearly six-minute-long gospel-influenced R&B track called “Thank You God…” Streaming on all platforms, the song features a choir singing “thank you God for showing me my enemies” before Smollett provides a spoken-word verse aimed at critics, namely law enforcement, which he claims falsely accused him in the 2019 incident.
As reported by NY Times, the actor Jussie Smollett reported that he had been the victim of a racist and homophobic attack, and the Chicago police determined that he had staged the attack himself.
The lyrics read, “It’s like they’re hell-bent on not solving the crime / Taking out the elements of race and trans and homophobia that’s straight taking lives / But turn around and act like I’m the one that killed the strides,” Smollett slowly raps over a beat. “I can’t be mad / Take my ego out / Some people searching for fame / Some people chasing that clout / Just remember this, this ain’t that situation / You think I’m stupid enough to kill my reputation?
“Just simply to look like a victim like it’s something fun,” he adds. “Y’all better look at someone else, you got the wrong one.”
According to a post on Jussie’s Instagram, all profits from the release will be donated to the Rainbow Push Coalition (the longtime civil rights organization headed by the Rev. Jesse Jackson), STB Safety (a BIPOC trans led organization), and the Illinois Innocence Project, which helps liberate the wrongfully convicted.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVaIKKNAII4
The ‘All I Do Is Win’ producer/DJ has just received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
You heard right, actress and singer Jennifer Lopez and actor Ben Affleck are running their engagement back one mo’ gain after nearly two decades.
You heard right, actress and singer Jennifer Lopez and actor Ben Affleck are running their engagement back one mo’ gain after nearly two decades.
As reported by CNN, the couple originally engaged in 2002 after meeting on the set of “Gigli” where they played criminals stuck on a job together, and they struck up a real-life friendship. In January 2004, they called things off.
On Friday night, Lopez announced their engagement via Lopez’s newsletter — called On the JLo, reported Variety. The movie star taped a video for fans, sporting a green diamond engagement ring. Rather than saying anything specific, she let her followers connect the dots.
According to People, the soon-to-be husband and wife rekindled their romance last year.
Lopez recently told the publication what makes their connection different now compared to 18 years ago, saying, “We’re older now, we’re smarter, we have more experience, we’re at different places in our lives, we have kids now, and we have to be very conscious of those things.”
“It’s a beautiful outcome that this has happened in this way at this time in our lives where we can really appreciate and celebrate each other and respect each other,” she added. “We always did, but we have even more of an appreciation because we know that life can take you in different directions.”
“We have been in the game in the public eye long enough to know who we are as people and what really matters and what doesn’t matter. We have kids and we respect each other. … We really live our lives in a way we can be proud of and our kids can be proud of you,” she said. “We’re just operating from a place of love and respect for everyone in our lives and that is very important to us. We know what the truth is [and] we hold it sacred.”
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Biden promoted a new federal rule designed to curb so-called ghost guns.
The President said he supports the 2nd Amendment but argued it does not say, “You can own any gun you want.” Vice President Harris opened the event and called gun violence an epidemic in the U.S. She said gunfire brings pain and fear to entire communities. Meantime, the President said he is nominating Steve Dettelbach to head the ATF. Dettelbach is a former U.S. attorney in Ohio. Biden said Dettlebach will be “ready on day-one” to confront rampant gun violence.
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A mural of Prince will be completed in June.
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He was training in south Florida with other members of the team before the incident.
Dwayne Haskins was 24 years old.
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The R&B Grammy-winning songstress Ashanti unveiled her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The award is to recognize men and women who have achieved notable success in Hollywood.
The R&B Grammy-winning songstress Ashanti unveiled her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The award is to recognize men and women who have achieved notable success in Hollywood.
According to a press release from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Ashanti’s star is the 2,718th star to grace the Walk of Fame since its inception back in 1960.
As outlined by People, Ashanti’s first self-titled album was released 20 years ago in 2002, and the record shot to the top of the Billboard Top 200 and R&B album charts, going on to charter for 55 weeks. She went on to release five more studio albums, winning the Grammy for best contemporary R&B album for Chapter II in 2004.
Taking her talents to both the small and the silver screens as an actress, she’s also starred in The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz, Disney’s animated series The Proud Family, Coach Carter and John Tucker Must Die, among others. The “Mesmerize” singer also served as executive producer for the films STUCK and Mothers and Daughters, and will begin filming The Plus One this month, which she’s also producing.
“It’s surreal,” Ashanti told Billboard at the ceremony. “I’m shocked, stunned and over the top grateful. This is a staple in my career and the fact that it will be here forever is a big deal.”
“I’m not a super emotional person, so the fact that I cried a little bit today is a little weird for me,” the R&B singer and actress continued. “I’m so humbled and overjoyed to have friends, family and genuine people here supporting me that I love.”
As reported by Cosmopolitan, a highlight of the ceremony was the sweet retelling of a moment between her and her mother, Tina Douglas.
“My mom’s first trip to LA she walked on this very block, and went into one of the souvenir stores back when I was actually mixing my album ‘Ashanti‘ right here in LA,” Ashanti said. “It was her first time, and she went in and bought one of the little fake Hollywood stars from the souvenir place, and she got my name put on the star, and she came back and she was like, ‘You’re gonna get one of these one day. You’re gonna get one of these stars one day!’ So, she had this for over 20 years, from the first trip to LA when I was recording my album, and I’m like, ‘Ma, I don’t think we’re gonna get one of those!’”
Tina then joined Ashanti on stage and said, “I told her, ‘you are going to get one of these stars.’”
“Ashanti is an award-winning singer, author, actress and executive producer. She has proven her talent in many different Hollywood industries and is an example for young girls who want to be in the ‘biz’ ” Hollywood Walk of Fame Producer Ana Martinez said in a recent press release.
Watch the full Walk of Fame Ceremony below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPT0Q3I8R3g
EGOT Actress Whoopi Goldberg will soon star again as Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act 3 as talks about production begin to stir.
Actress Whoopi Goldberg will soon star again as Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act 3 as talks about production begin to stir.
As reported by Deadline, the third installment in the ‘Sister Act‘ franchise is gaining momentum at Disney as Tim Federle has been brought on to direct with Madhuri Shekar writing the script on the sequel starring Whoopi Goldberg. Goldberg will reprise her role as Deloris, the nightclub singer turned nun, and will also produce the pic along with Tyler Perry. Tom Leonardis is also producing.
The original film followed Deloris, a nightclub singer who is forced to go into a hiding as a nun at a a convent , and ends up turning the convent choir into a soulful chorus complete with a Motown repertoire, until the sudden popularity of the choir jeopardizes her identity. The original film went on to be a huge hit leading to a sequel in 1993. As Disney continues to try to build up its content on Disney+, the studio has been taking a look at old movies to reboot. After Goldberg showed interest in reprising the role, the sequel began taking form.
According to Looper, further casting and plot remains uncertain. However, Keke Palmer playfully asked to be casted for “any job” within the Sister Act franchise while on The View.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxR6b2PuQtI
Fathers Incorporated is accepting nominations for their Father of the Year Awards.
Fathers Incorporated is looking for deserving dads in Prince George’s, Montgomery, and Charles Counties who are changing the lives of their families and communities for the better. If you know of a dad going beyond the call of duty, submit their name for Father of the Year. The deadline is April 30th. For more information and to nominate go here:
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Former coach of the Cardinals Steve Wilks and NFL assistant coach Ray Horton have joined Former Dolphins coach Brian Flores in lawsuit that accuses the league and its teams of discrimination.
Former coach of the Cardinals Steve Wilks and NFL assistant coach Ray Horton have joined Former Dolphins coach Brian Flores in lawsuit that accuses the league and its teams of discrimination.
As reported by NBC Sports, the allegations made by Wilks included how the Cardinals hired him as a “bridge coach” without giving him a meaningful chance to succeed. Wilks points out that he had to operate without a General Manager “during a critical time of the preseason” and Wilks was “stuck with an unready rookie quarterback drafted by [Keim] contrary to Mr. Wilks’ suggestion,” among many others.
The Star Tribune reported that Horton was subjected to discriminatory treatment when he was given a fake interview for the Tennessee Titans head coach position in January 2016. Horton said he was “devastated and humiliated.”
In 2020, the NFL introduced the “Rooney Rule” to stipulate teams must interview at least two minority candidates not associated with their team for a head coaching vacancy and one minority candidate for coordinator positions and high-ranking front office positions, including general manager. However, much progress hasn’t been made.
“When Coach Flores filed this action, I knew I owed it to myself, and to all Black NFL coaches and aspiring coaches, to stand with him,” Wilks said. “This lawsuit has shed further important light on a problem that we all know exists, but that too few are willing to confront. Black coaches and candidates should have exactly the same ability to become employed, and remain employed, as white coaches and candidates.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFBsLrDkE5Q
