Cory Booker ended 2019 with a bang, raising $6.6 million in the final quarter of the year. What We Know: Most of the donations raised […]
Author: Jessica D. Bullock, DI
Jessica D. Bullock is a Digital Intern at Black News Alerts.
Jillian Michaels Slammed For Lizzo Comments
Jillian Michaels is on the receiving end of loads of backlash after she commented on pop singer Lizzo’s body. What We Know: Best known for […]
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Announce Plans To Step Back From Royal Duties
Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Markle shocked the world with their announcement to “step back” from their royal duties. What We Know: The news that […]
‘Stay Close’ Spotlights Adversity & Success In Fencing
The PBS film Stay Close highlights race and adversity as it explores the success of Keeth Smart being a black man in the sport of […]
Aldis Hodge Joins Regina Kings ‘One Night In Miami’
As Regina King makes her directional debut with One Night In Miami, Aldis Hodge joins the cast. What We Know: Based on a play by […]
Louisiana Teen Arrested For Allegedly Ripping Boyfriend’s Testicles Open
Corey Jones, of Baton Rouge, landed himself in jail after a “fight gone wrong”. What We Know: According to the police report, Jones came home […]
Travis Scott, Frank Ocean And More To Headline Coachella 2020
The phrase “there’s something for everyone” can be used to describe the Coachella 2020 lineup that was announced this past week. What We Know: Formally […]
Terry Gilliam Is Tired Of White Men Being Blamed For Everything
In an interview with The Independent, 79-year-old writer and director, Terry Gilliam had a lot to get off of his chest. What We Know: The […]
Nick Gordon, Ex-Boyfriend of Bobbi Kristina Dead of Overdose
Nick Gordon’s attorney, Joe Habachy, confirmed his death to CNN but did not provide details on the cause. What We Know: Gordon was taken in […]
Essence Festival Expands To Five Days In 2020
To Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the biggest celebration of black women, Essence has announced it will be extending its annual festival to five days. […]