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UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Raises Record $1.3M
The 33rd Annual UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball raised a record $1.3 million for HBCU students. Usher, Tyrese, Young Jeezy, Future and Ludacris each donated $25,000....
Jasmyne Cannick: Dylann Roof and Gangs
Writer Jasmyne Cannick sparked debate comparing Dylann Roof's church shooting conviction to gang violence. Kevin Ross hosts discussion with Cannick and guests....
CES 2017 Welcomes 50,000 Tech Professionals
CES 2017 will draw 50,000 international tech professionals from 150 countries to Las Vegas January 5-8. Eureka Park features 600+ startups from 33 countries....
Lionsgate Completes $4.4 Billion Acquisition of Starz
Lionsgate completes its $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, creating a major entertainment powerhouse with 25 million subscribers and a 16,000-title library....
Investors Interested in Entertainment Stocks
Major entertainment stocks including Disney, Fox, Comcast and CBS are attracting investor interest as the global media industry approaches $2.14 trillion valuation by 2020....
After Settling Discrimination Suit, AT&T Relationship Continues to Improve with Byron Allen
A&T Continues to Improve Relationship after Lawsuit After filing a discrimination suit against several cable companies including AT&T, Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios secured distribution for...
Taboo’s New Cancer Awareness Anthem
Black Eyed Peas member Taboo releases 'The Fight,' a new song inspired by his testicular cancer battle, with proceeds donated to American Cancer Society....
Democrats Urged to Reclaim Party and Reject Media Narratives
Michael Moore outlines a post-election strategy urging Democrats to reclaim their party, reject failed media narratives, and emphasize Clinton's popular vote victory....
Hosea Feeds the Hungry to Deliver 1500 Bikes for Christmas
Hosea Feeds the Hungry partners with Hot 107.9 and local organizations to donate 1,500 bicycles to Atlanta families in need this Christmas season....
Herb Kent Services
Chicago radio legend Herb Kent's funeral services will be held October 28-29. The Cool Gent died after 72 years on air, a Guinness World Record....
Discussion on Marvin Gaye’s Legacy Sparks Nostalgic Memories
A mother's discussion about Marvin Gaye's legacy with her friend leads to surprising musical knowledge from her 7-year-old, highlighting the importance of passing down music...
Carnival Corp Donates $2M to Smithsonian’s African American Museum
Carnival Corporation donates $2 million to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture, earning Founding Donor status. The museum opened with a...
Lyor Cohen New Head of Global Music at YouTube
Industry veteran Lyor Cohen has been named YouTube's first Head of Global Music, leaving his role as founder of 300 Entertainment while remaining a major...
TLC Orders Second Season of Tyler Perry’s TOO CLOSE TO HOME
TLC renews Tyler Perry's Too Close to Home for a second season after the drama series reached 4.2 million viewers and became the network's first...
Carnival Cruise Adds Lip Sync Battle at Sea
Carnival Cruise Line partners with Spike TV to bring authentic Lip Sync Battle experiences to sea. Guests compete with costumes, props, and backup dancers....
Debra Lee Named Honorary Co-Chair, NAMIC 30th Conf.
Debra Lee, CEO of BET Networks, has been named honorary co-chair for the 30th Annual NAMIC Conference. The diversity-focused event runs September 20-21, 2016 in...
eOne Music Earns 15 Nominations for 2016 GMA Dove Awards
Entertainment One Music earned 15 nominations for the 2016 GMA Dove Awards, with Jonathan McReynolds leading with 4 nods and gospel legends like Shirley Caesar...
CTA Music Contest for CES 2017 Keynote
CTA launches music contest for CES 2017 keynote video soundtrack. Artists compete for $5,000 prize and worldwide recognition at major tech event....
Nike 3ON3 Basketball Tournament Draws 25K Fans to L.A.
Nike's 8th annual Basketball 3ON3 Tournament at L.A. LIVE drew over 25,000 fans and featured 5,000+ players competing across 100+ courts in downtown Los Angeles....
Naked Juice Launches Campaign to Combat Food Deserts in U.S.
Naked Juice partners with Common, Bobby Flay and other celebrities to combat food deserts affecting 30 million Americans through #DrinkGoodDoGood campaign....
Hezekiah Walker Celebrates Another Hit Debut
Grammy-winning gospel legend Hezekiah Walker's new album 'Azusa The Next Generation 2-Better' debuts at #1 on Billboard's Current Gospel Albums chart. His single 'Better' dominates...
Rio Olympics: A Four-Part Choro Crash Course
American radio audiences will get a four-part crash course in choro, Brazil's best-kept musical secret, through a new WFMT Radio Network series launching July 5th...
Big Tigger on Paternity of Keisha Knight Pulliam’s Baby
Big Tigger addresses rumors about being the father of Keisha Knight Pulliam's baby during his V103 afternoon drive show in Atlanta....
Living Legends Foundation Celebrates 25th Anniversary Gala
The Living Legends Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary with a gala honoring seven music industry executives including Miller London, Tony Gray, and Larry Khan....
Bud Light Surprise Performance at Lollapalooza
Bud Light announces a surprise collaborative performance with Flosstradamus at Lollapalooza 2016's opening night, featuring limited edition cans and unique art installations celebrating Chicago's musical...