Nonprofit housing providers in Atlanta are accusing the city of being chronically late with $41 million in federal HIV housing funds, leaving hundreds of people […]
Author: Emily Rahhal, DI
Emily Rahhal was a Digital Intern at Black News Alerts.
Kecalf Franklin, Aretha’s Son, Files Subpoenas Over Asset Dispute
Kecalf Franklin has filed subpoenas for his mother, Aretha’s estate, which is currently in the hands of Aretha’s niece. What We Know: Following Aretha’s death […]
R. Kelly Charged with New Sexual Misconduct Charges in Minnesota
Singer R. Kelly has been charged with two counts of engaging in prostitution with a minor in Minnesota, the newest charge in a years-long reveal […]
Ohio GOP Lawmaker Blames Mass Shootings on Trans People, Gay Marriage
A Republican Ohio state lawmaker blamed US mass shootings on video games, “drag queen advocates,” “fatherlessness” and former President Barack Obama in a Facebook post […]
Play in the Works Celebrating Life and Legacy of Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes
Actress and writer Kerisse Hutchinson premiered her tribute show to Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes on Thursday, exposing fans to her lesser-known personal struggles. What We […]
Neil deGrasse Tyson Accused of Downplaying Mass Shootings, Issues Apology
Neil deGrasse Tyson apologized for his tweet that faced criticism for downplaying the significance of mass shootings following two mass shootings that occurred within 48 […]
Woman Indicted After Allegedly Searching Obituaries, Robbing Families While Away at Funerals
A Bronx woman was arraigned on charges connected to six break-ins in Westchester, allegedly having targeted people while they were away at a wake or […]
Deputies Beat and Tased Handcuffed Black Man in Mississipp During a Traffic Stop
Mississippi deputies brutally beat a black man at a traffic stop, a photo of which was shared on Facebook by his lawyer, generating a debate […]
Equifax Has Settled, Now They’re Counting on You Not Checking Your Settlement Eligability
Equifax, one of the three major credit bureaus in the US, reached an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to compensate those affected by […]
TSA Employees on Admin Leave after Reports of Stuffed Gorillas in Nooses
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) put two officers on administrative leave after a racist display was found in a TSA workstation at the Miami International […]