 Bonnie was downgraded to a depression Friday, but still packed enough kick to prompt emergency declarations along Louisiana’s coast and make officials begin the tedious preparation for tropical storm-force wind and rain bearing down on the shore. “We always prepare for one category stronger than the projections, so we think it’s prudent to plan […]
 Kevin Landry had to give up his San Diego apartment because he couldn’t afford the rent after his federal unemployment benefits were cut off in early June. Since then, Landry and his cocker spaniel, Curley, have been sleeping in his 1991 Dodge Dakota in a church parking lot. He sold his possessions and applied […]
WHO: Alexander O’Neal. HITS WE LOVE: “Sunshine,” “Fake,” “If You Were Here Tonight,” “Saturday Love” (duet with Cherrelle), “Never Knew Love Like This” (duet with Cherelle). WHO: Alexander O’Neal. HITS WE LOVE: “Sunshine,” “Fake,” “If You Were Here Tonight,” “Saturday Love” (duet with Cherrelle), “Never Knew Love Like This” (duet with Cherelle). HOMETOWN: Natchez, Mississippi. […]
Via Chron.com: By JOSEPH DUARTE Prairie View A&M unveiled designs Friday for a proposed new athletic complex that will feature a 15,000-seat football stadium. “I’ve always said that’s the last piece of the puzzle,” Prairie View A&M football coach Henry Frazier III said. The first phase of the project will feature a football stadium and accompanying Athletic […]
For some reason, NBA veterans have decided to start weighing in on the decision-making skills of LeBron James. First, there was Michael Jordan, who said that he would never join forces with other great players in order to go after a championship. Then Sir Charles Barkley (not known for the most brilliant commentary in the […]
Via Click2Houston.com: At 1 p.m., Bonnie was located at 25.8 north, 81.1 west, or about 55 miles east-southeast of Naples, Fla. The tropical storm had maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and was moving west-northwest at 18 mph. A tropical storm warning has been issued for Florida’s west coast from East Cape Sable northwood to […]
Singer Al Jarreau has been hospitalized for precautionary breathing issues in France. We found a press release on his site: To his fans and supporters, Al sends out a warm hello from the small French town of Gap. Last night, July 22, during his pre-concert warmup routine, Al decided to take precautionary measures and admit […]
Acclaimed author and expert Dr. Alvin Poussaint believes there is too big of a stigma associated with depression in the black community. Poussaint states that more than 60 percent of black individuals don’t see depression as a mental illness, while the Black Caucus Foundation has further cited that 63 percent of African Americans view depression […]
FROM GLAMOUR: Two words for why the one-shoulder dress trend is still going strong: they’re hot! And really, if you’re looking for a little something new for a fun night out, isn’t that all you really want? So check out these knockout frocks. SEE MORE HERE! 7 Feathered Earrings For Under $50 GALLERY: 9 Studded […]
Singer Kelly Rowland is making a comeback and we want you to vote on whether you like her new single “Grown Woman”.
It seems like only yesterday kids were running out of school to begin summer break. Now, our thoughts are turning towards preparing them for the new school year. Already, stores are trying to entice parents with their back to school offers on anything from clothing to stationary. The following tips will allow kids and parents […]
It seems like only yesterday kids were running out of school to begin summer break. Now, our thoughts are turning towards preparing them for the new school year. Already, stores are trying to entice parents with their back to school offers on anything from clothing to stationary. The following tips will allow kids and parents to get back into the school routine in a stress free manner.
