Miles College alumna Alexia Jayy (real name Bri Jackson), a mother of three from Irvington, Alabama, has made history as the first Black woman to win NBC’s “The Voice.” Jayy secured the Season 29 title on April 14, marking a historic moment in the show’s
Three historically Black college and university marching bands are honoring Michael Jackson in celebration of Black History Month and the upcoming release of the biopic Michael, which Lionsgate will distribute domestically on April 24. As part of the “MICHAEL CELEBRATES: Legacy, Artistry, Culture”
By Tim Stelloh and Lindsay Good A woman who accused Bill Cosby of sexually abusing her more than five decades ago was awarded $19.2 million by a Southern California civil jury Monday, an attorney for the plaintiff said. Punitive damages are still pending in the
The man behind one of the biggest HBCU band events in the country is expanding his reach and his mission. Derek Webber, CEO of Webber Marketing and Consulting and the creator behind the Pepsi National Battle of the Bands, has a new
HBCU AwareFest will host entrepreneurship panels, mental health discussions, and a benefit concert to help combat student loan debt. HBCU AwareFest is about to be underway in Atlanta, as Black leaders from various industries join the event to support Black scholars. Produced
By Doha Madani The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences offered its support to Teyana Taylor after the “One Battle After Another” star alleged she was shoved by security at the Oscars on Sunday. Video circulated online of what seemed to be the aftermath of the
The new partnership will focus on coverage of the cultural advancements and academic triumphs of Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide. A brand-new partnership between HBCU GO and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has launched, with one common goal: elevating the HBCU experience to a
conic musicians, athletes and business leaders are heading to Atlanta next week for the inaugural HBCU AwareFest. The event, produced by the Student Freedom Initiative with Live Nation Urban, the City of Atlanta and Mayor Andre Dickens, is a festival aiming to “address one of the most
The FAMU drum major Oscars appearance was more than just a performance — it was a cultural breakthrough. Representing Florida A&M University, Oloyede took part in a live Oscars performance tied to the film Sinners, executing precise baton choreography while contributing to a visually
A new television series centered around historically Black colleges and universities is gaining momentum as development continues on the H.E.R Oprah Winfrey HBCU drama. The project, titled “The B-Side,” is being developed by Grammy-winning artist H.E.R. and media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The H.E.R
The first female head drum major of the Florida A&M University (FAMU) Marching “100” recently appeared on the stage of the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, California. To say that Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede is having a remarkable year would be an
