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Trayvon Martin would have turned 19 years old today. High school graduations, college hopes, and visions of a bright life that could have lasted decades…

As much as Martin Luther King strived for a peaceful nation, his three grown children are fighting amongst themselves over their father’s prized possessions. Dr. King’s…

Every dog has its day and George Zimmerman’s day is coming at the hands of troubled rapper DMX. The rapper just officially signed on to fight…

In the latest edition of Paternity Test Tuesday, the alleged father John is unsure if 16 month old Vachina is his. Listen to the audio player…

Alicia Keys could have just about any man she wants. Although she’s happily married to producer/rapper Swizz Beatz, she turned down Shamar Moore before he…

Legendary rapper Snoop Dogg has been known to collaborate with artists most wouldn’t expect him to work with. He’s worked with Willie Nelson all the…

Rickey Smiley‘s grandfather Earnest Smiley turned 88 today, so Rickey gave him a call to wish him a very Happy Birthday. In addition to a…

Director and producer David E. Talbert contributed to a list full of successful Black films released last year. He talks to “The Rickey Smiley Morning…

Did Kerry Washington‘s husband leave her alone on her birthday? According to Gary With Da Tea, he did. Listen to Gary’s Tea in the audio player…

We all know Erica Mena as the girl that will pop off at any given moment on Love and Hip Hop New York, but is…

Before you start on the “why is Black History Month the shortest month” rant, listen to Jeff Johnson‘s  3 Things You Should Know. Jeff explains why it’s…