‘Good Morning America’ Staff Mourns Death of Producer Daisha Riley
Michael Strahan shared the news of Riley’s passing with viewers.
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ABC News Exec Fired After Investigation Into Racist Remarks About Black Staffers
The company announced Monday that Barbara Fedida “will not be returning.”
CBS and NAACP Strike Deal to Create Diverse Content
The focus will be to tell stories that increase the visibility of Black artists.
Nick Cannon Steps Away From Radio Show to Engage in ‘Reflection and Education’
The actor and host apologized earlier this week for making anti-Semitic comments.
CNN Launches New Team to Focus on Covering Race
The group will be headed by Delano Massey, former deputy news director of AP Chicago.
Oprah Winfrey to Adapt ‘1619 Project’ for Film and TV
Oprah is partnering with New York Times journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, who created the project.
Ebony Magazine Ousts CEO Willard Jackson Jr. Amid Investigation
The magazine announced Jackson’s removal and said it plans to pay delinquent employee compensation.
Essence CEO Steps Down After Anonymous Letter Complaining of ‘Poisonous Culture’
The magazine said Richelieu Dennis is being replaced, although he still owns Essence.
BIN: Black Information Network Launches 24-Hour Radio News Service
BIN will also provide news coverage for Hip Hop, R&B and Gospel stations across the country.
‘TMZ Sports’ Parts Ways With Black Sports Online CEO Robert Littal
“Robert Littal is no longer part of the ‘TMZ Sports’ TV Show,” the company said in a statement.
