Former Atlanta Officer Sentenced to 10 Years
Former Atlanta police officer Justin Mikale Thorne sentenced to 10 years for robbing rapper Bankroll Freddie in 2019. The 26-year-old pled guilty to felony charges....
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Those Close to Jamie Foxx Asking Fans to “Pray for Jamie”
Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized 3 weeks after a medical incident in Atlanta while filming. Close sources are asking fans to pray as details remain limited....
Charlamagne Hosts Black Effect Podcast Festival
Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartRadio hosted the inaugural Black Effect Podcast Festival in Atlanta, featuring live recordings from top shows like The 85 South Show...
Atlanta Owners Evicted Before Studio Opening
Atlanta business owners Monica McKelvy and Rey Sunshine were wrongfully evicted days before their studio grand opening, losing $30,000 in renovations....
StreetzTV & Creative Influence Launch 24-Hour Network
StreetzTV launches as a 24-hour Hip-Hop and lifestyle video network on ROKU and AppleTV, founded by Streetz 94.5's Steve Hegwood with Creative Influence....
WE tv Celebrates “Grown & Gospel” Premiere in Atlanta
WE tv celebrated the Atlanta premiere of 'Grown & Gospel' at Silverspot Cinema with cast members and creator Carlos King in attendance....
Audacy Launches New Morning Show on 92.9 The Game
Audacy launches new morning show on Atlanta's 92.9 The Game featuring ESPN's Tiffany Blackmon, former Falcon Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan weekdays 6-9 AM....
Mary J. Blige Announces Strength of a Woman Fest 2
Mary J. Blige announces the second annual Strength of a Woman Festival in Atlanta, May 11-14, 2023, featuring Lauryn Hill, Summer Walker, and more artists...
BMI Honors Tamela and David Mann, Dr. Bobby Jones
BMI will honor Gospel stars Tamela and David Mann plus Dr. Bobby Jones at its 22nd Annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards in Atlanta March...
Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame (PICS)
Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame inducted Andrew Young, Danny Glover, and Dr. Bobby Jones in its 2023 ceremony. The event honored leaders in...
Police Identify Suspect in Murder of Atlanta Nightclub Owner
Police have identified Jonathan David Soto as a suspect in the murder of Michael Gidewon, a popular Atlanta nightclub owner and father of four....
Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame
Ambassador Andrew Young, Danny Glover, and Dr. Bobby Jones will be honored in the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame's February 28th induction ceremony...
Eugene Brooks Named Director of Diversity Marketing, Braves
Former radio professional Eugene Brooks has been named Director of Diversity Marketing for the Atlanta Braves, transitioning from fan to front office....
Cities for Musicians: Affordable Rent Options
Discover the top affordable cities for musicians to build careers beyond NYC and LA. From Raleigh's $750 rent to Atlanta's music scene....
Reporter Asks Mother if Homeschooled Son Was a Gang Member
Cameron Jackson was fatally shot in Atlanta's Atlantic area while walking down the street. During a press conference, his grieving mother defended him against reporter's...
LL Cool J Honored at Urban One Honors in Atlanta
LL Cool J will receive the Entertainment Icon Honor at the 5th Annual Urban One Honors in Atlanta. The ceremony celebrates culture icons and marks...
Shooting in Atlanta Home Kills Siblings
Brother and sister Chanteria and Daryl Willis were killed by machine gun fire while watching TV in their Atlanta home. At least 30 bullets riddled...
Rickey Smiley on Hip Hop’s Demise and Takeoff
Rickey Smiley discusses his disillusionment with Hip Hop culture following Takeoff's death, as new details emerge about the Migos rapper's memorial service....
Takeoff Celebration of Life – November 11, Atlanta
Takeoff's Celebration of Life will be held November 11 at Atlanta's State Farm Arena. Free tickets are available to Georgia residents only via Ticketmaster starting...
Radio Veteran Inducted Into SPIN Hall of Fame
Radio veteran Tracy Morgan makes history as the first woman inducted into the SPIN Awards Hall of Fame in Atlanta. The multi-award winning announcer hosts...
Jekalyn Carr, Trina Braxton & More at Evvie
Motown Gospel celebrated rising gospel star Evvie McKinney's debut album 'Love, Evvie McKinney' at Atlanta event. VIPs including Jekalyn Carr, Trina Braxton attended....
Historic Jazz Music Awards Brings Spirit of Jazz to Atlanta
The inaugural Jazz Music Awards celebrated jazz legends in Atlanta with tributes to Wayne Shorter, McCoy Tyner, and Henry Threadgill. The ceremony featured performances by...
AURN launches AURN GAMING with tournament in Atlanta
AURN becomes the first Black-owned media company to enter gaming with a $10,000 tournament in Atlanta. The initiative includes The Sic 60 show and targets...
Kodak Black and Stars Shine at BET Hip Hop Awards 2022
Kodak Black, Lil Kim, Fat Joe and hip-hop stars gathered in Atlanta for the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards. Kendrick Lamar dominated with 6 wins...
BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 – October 4 at 9 PM ET/PT
The BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 airs October 4th at 9PM ET/PT, featuring performances by Kodak Black, Fat Joe, Remy Ma and more from Atlanta's...