CBS and NAACP Strike Deal to Create Diverse Content
The focus will be to tell stories that increase the visibility of Black artists.
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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.
Essence Magazine Responds to Anonymous Letter Decrying ‘Toxic’ Workplace
“The last 24 hours have been heartbreaking,” Essence said in response to a scathing letter.
Black Sports Online CEO Robert Littal Apologizes Amid Claims of Rampant Sexual Harassment
“I was totally wrong,” Littal said after being called out by women using the #SurvivingBSO Twitter hashtag.