Maria Taylor Breaks Silence on Rachel Nichols ESPN Diversity Scandal
“I’ve taken some punches but that just means I’m still in the fight,” Taylor says.
Rapper Pooh Shiesty Held on Federal Gun and Robbery Charges
The 21-year-old rapper is accused of shooting and robbing two men during a street deal gone wrong.
Joy Bryant, Henry Simmons to Star On Season 2 Of OWN’s ‘Cherish the Day’
Production will begin in New Orleans this month on the romantic drama series from Ava DuVernay.
Suzzanne Douglas Dies: ‘The Parent ‘Hood’ Actress Was 64
The actress is survived by her husband and daughter.
TV One’s ‘Sins of the City’ to Revisit DC Sniper Shooting Rampage
The episode airs Thursday, July 8 at 9 p.m. ET/8C on TV One.
ESPN Benches Rachel Nichols From Reporting at NBA Finals, Taps Malika Andrews
Nichols will continue to host ‘The Jump’ on the sports network.
Nikole Hannah-Jones Joins Howard University After UNC Tenure Fight
The award-winning writer will begin her new position this summer.
Spike Lee: Black People Still Being ‘Hunted Down Like Animals’ 3 Decades After ‘Do the Right Thing’
Lee is the first Black president of the Cannes Film Festival jury.
Rachel Nichols ‘Deeply Sorry’ for Comments About Maria Taylor
Nichols previously said Maria Taylor was named host of ESPN’s NBA Finals coverage because she is Black.
NABJ Expresses Concerns Over ESPN’s Handling of Leaked Rachel Nichols ‘Diversity’ Dig
In a leaked phone call, Nichols disparaged Maria Taylor who is Black.
