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WASHINGTON — You may have heard about murdered University of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. Indiana’s own Jim Banks has voted in favor of the Laken Riley Act. The bill would require Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) to arrest, detain, and deport illegal immigrants who commit a theft-related crime. “This was a completely avoidable tragedy […] The post Rep. Banks Votes in Favor of Laken Riley Act, Renews His Call for Biden to Say Her Name appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.

Trayvon Martin's untimely death has had a lasting impact on our discussions about systemic racism and gun violence. The post Celebrating Trayvon Martin: How His Legacy Continues To Thrive appeared first on NewsOne.

Do you remember the 21st night of September? The post Earth, Wind & Fire Day: 10 Best Cover Versions Of “September” appeared first on Black America Web.

Josh Schoemann thinks he and those he represents are being treated unfairly because they're white—in Wisconsin. The post Wisconsin County Leader Whines He Can’t Get Grants Because His ‘Skin Is Too White’ appeared first on NewsOne.

As 50 Cent prepares for franchise fame with the upcoming ‘Expend4bles,' we look back at some of our favorite Black movie franchise stars. The post Black Star Power: 15 Melanated Movie Franchise Stars Who Made Hollywood History appeared first on Black America Web.

Sybil tells the top 5 stories for ‘What You Need To Know:’ Celebrating Black and Brown Unity and More! The post ‘What You Need To Know:’ Celebrating Black and Brown Unity and More! appeared first on Black America Web.

After making a big name change from Twitter to 'X,' tech billionaire Elon Musk will soon be charging us all to use the platform. You paying? The post Final Straw: Are You Willing To Start Paying For Twitter — Umm, “X”? appeared first on Black America Web.

As social media revisits the feud between Jaleel White & his 'Family Matters' co-stars, it reminded us of other infamous Black sitcom beefs. The post Can’t We All Just Get Along? Black Sitcom Feuds That Broke Up Our Favorite TV Families appeared first on Black America Web.

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While death is inevitably a part of life, that truth doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye to those who have died in 2023

From Selena Gomez's subtle reaction to Chris Brown at the VMAs to invaluable insights on time and emotional management, the Urban One Podcast Network offers a captivating array of shows designed to entertain and empower. Each week, we curate a selection of podcasts that not only celebrate the richness of Black culture but also deliver the latest in celebrity news, sports analysis, business advice, and conversations around health and wellness, all deeply rooted in issues close to the hearts of the Black community. The post 5 Must-Listen Black Podcasts You Missed This Week from The Urban One Podcast Networks 9/15/23 appeared first on Black America Web.