In the 1920s, the Southside of Chicago’s Policy Syndicate was ran by the people like Samuel “Policy Sam” Young, Dan Jackson, …
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Grandmaster Flash, Kid Capri and DJ Premier Set It Off at Park Jams: A Juneteenth Celebration of Hip-Hop
What better way to celebrate Juneteenth in hip-hop culture’s 50th anniversary year than with an old-fashioned park jam? Pioneering hip-hop DJs Kool Herc and GrandWizzard Theodore captivated crowds of teens and young adults in South Bronx schoolyards and recreation grounds…
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Elisa Johnson Drops 3 New Shades Just In Time for Summer
Sunglasses are an every-season accessory, but summer is their season when they really shine. Elisa Johnson’s our go-to for shades for men and women. She understands eyewear fit, style trends and what the cool kids like. Every sunglass design reflects…
Read MoreMichael Jordan Sells Majority Stake in Charlotte Hornets for $3 Billion
NBA icon Michael Jordan has reached an agreement to sell his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets for $3 billion, the Associated Press reports. Jordan has been the only Black majority owner of a professional sports franchise since 2010. Also…
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The Apollo Is Changing Its Name, and Here’s How You Can Own a Seat at the World-Famous Institution
The Apollo Theater is ready for a new role. This year, it’s set to become The Apollo Performing Arts Center, with a full renovation and restoration of its historic space at 125th Street in Harlem, New York, and the opening…
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Viral Pink Sauce Creator Chef Pii Gives Us the Lowdown on 2 Recipes Perfect for Summer Gatherings
In just a year, Veronica Shaw, affectionately known as Chef Pii, has gone from your average content creator to running a full scale food business. In June 2022, the private chef and TikTok star introduced the world to her now…
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During Juneteenth Weekend At That: Same-Sex Black Couple Racially Profiled At Bed, Bath, & Beyond For ‘Too Many High-Ticket Items’
Black gay couple racially profiled at Bed, Bath & Beyond in Ohio for having “too many high ticket items” in their cart
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Unsealed Emails Show Tory Lanez’s First Lawyer Advised Him Against Blaming Kelsey Harris For Megan Thee Stallion Shooting
According to unsealed emails, Tory Lanez’s first lawyer intructed him against placing the blame on Kelsey Harris for shooting Megan Thee Stallion.
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