Drake’s ‘Certified Loverboy’ Album: Coming Soon?
Drake shares updates on his upcoming album 'Certified Loverboy' during Hot 97's Ebro in the Morning show, sparking speculation about a potential early release....
Practice What You Preach: Share What Youve Practiced
A motivational message from The GED Section encouraging artists and industry professionals to share their practiced wisdom and experiences....
Mayor De Blasio Announces on Ebro in the Morning
NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio discusses NYC Homecoming Week plans and mayoral race on Ebro in the Morning show on Hot 97 radio....
Social Media Experts vs. Scholar Scrutiny
Social media experts gain widespread acceptance in music commentary while traditional scholars face increased scrutiny in R&B and Hip-Hop discourse....
Information at Our Fingertips, Yet Society
A thought-provoking discussion about how society handles the abundance of information available at our fingertips in the digital age....
Vote Theft: What Makes You Think They Wont Take Your Life?
A controversial video discusses allegations of vote theft and raises questions about potential threats to personal safety in the political arena....
Marijuanas Federal Illegality Remains Ludicrous
Despite widespread state legalization, marijuana remains federally illegal in the United States. The continued federal prohibition creates legal conflicts across states....
Food Stamps Are Not Worse Than Slavery, Despite Some Beliefs
A discussion addressing controversial comparisons between modern welfare systems and historical slavery, examining perspectives within urban communities....
Haitis Events Mirror Those Experienced Here
Haiti's ongoing events reflect similar challenges experienced in other regions. A perspective from the GED Section examines parallels between Haiti's situation and broader global patterns....
Man-Made Catastrophes: Greed, Incompetence, Arrogance
Man Made Catastrophes explores how greed, incompetence, and arrogance create disasters. A thought-provoking commentary from The GED Section examining human-caused crises....
Locked Away: Deeper Issues Beyond Inability to Run
Exploring the deeper social and systemic issues behind incarceration beyond surface-level problems. A critical look at what 'Locked Away' really represents....
We’re Freer, But Only As Free As They Say
A thought-provoking commentary on the limitations of freedom in modern America. Explores how true liberty remains constrained by systemic boundaries....
Game Played: This Was Never About Guilt or Innocence
Game Played explores controversial topics beyond guilt or innocence in this latest commentary from The GED Section, addressing complex issues in hip-hop culture....
Industry /re
Latest radio industry developments and news affecting music broadcasting and entertainment programming across urban radio stations....
Cedrick ‘Swab’ Cotton Stabbed to Death in Houston
Cedrick 'Swab' Cotton, former member of 90s R&B group Ideal, was fatally stabbed in Houston at age 46. The group was known for hits like...
Summer Squash: High in Nutrition, Low in Calories
Summer squash offers high nutrition and low calories, making it an excellent healthy choice. Choose small, tender squash with glossy, bright skin for best results....
Honda Partners with HBCUs to Combat the Pandemic
Honda redirected $325,000 from its canceled Campus All-Star Challenge to support 58 HBCUs in COVID-19 relief efforts, helping 108 organizations across 20 states....
UAPB Project: Effects of Invasive Asian Bigheaded Carps
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff researchers study invasive Asian bigheaded carps' impact on native Arkansas fish species in comprehensive research project....
Intersectional Philanthropy Webinar
Bridge Philanthropic Consulting hosts a Juneteenth fireside chat exploring Black and LGBTQ+ intersections in philanthropy and cross-movement advocacy....
Eat More Beans and Peas
Eating a healthy diet is crucial during COVID-19 as nutrition affects the body's ability to prevent, fight and recover from infections according to USDA....
Why Men’s Health Month Is So Important
June is Men's Health Month, highlighting the importance of male health awareness and prevention. CDC data shows significant health disparities affecting men....
UAPB Food Distribution Event Helps Students in Need
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff held a drive-thru food distribution event, providing 50 students with food boxes and toiletries through their Lions' Cabinet Food...
COVID-19 Tests at Simmons Bank Field Clinic
429 COVID-19 tests were administered to Jefferson County residents at Simmons Bank Field on May 30. The clinic resulted from a partnership between UAPB, Pine...
Jumaane Williams: George Floyd & I’m Not OK Speech
NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams delivers powerful 'I'm Not Ok' speech addressing George Floyd's death and nationwide protests against police brutality....
Mellon Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Grants to HBCUs
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation awarded $1.76 million in emergency grants to 16 HBCUs to help stabilize enrollment during COVID-19. The funding addresses technology needs,...