Coolio, the Compton-raised rapper who achieved international fame with the 1990s Grammy-winning single “Gangsta’s Paradise,” has died in Los Angeles at age 59. The rapper’s manager told TMZ.com that Coolio–whose […]
Category: Arts & Entertainment
Award winning performer Marva Hicks passes away
Marva Hicks Taha, an award-winning actor and singer who originally hailed from Petersburg, Va., passed away in New York City on Sept.17. A Howard University graduate, Hicks’ performing credits span […]
Dodgers great Maury Wills dies in Arizona at age 89
The Dodgers organization this week was mourning the loss of legendary shortstop Maury Wills, a base-stealing master who played on three World Series championship teams. Wills died Monday night at […]
Chart topping pianist Ramsey Lewis dies at 87
Composer, jazz pianist, and radio and television personality Ramsey Lewis died at the age of 87 on Sept. 5. Known for his crossover success in the jazz and popular realms, […]
Break into showbiz
High School Students in 10th, 11th and 12th grade, college students and adults up to 25 years old are invited to learn about Hollywood movie sound post production at a […]
New look for MOAH
The Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) has a newly redesigned brand and look reflecting the dynamic programming and community surrounding the museum. The pandemic served as a catalyst […]
Calfresh offers benefits to families
Calfresh is offering low-income families benefits from their Expedited Calfresh and food benefits. Families can receive food benefits as soon as three days after filling out their application and conducting […]
‘Outdoor Afro’ promotes experiences in nature for Black adventurers
As much as Black people are defined by the contributions they’ve made to American culture, society also defines Black women and men by stereotypes that have evolved over time. From […]
Chris Young will headline at Antelope Valley Fair
Popular country singer Chris Young will headline one of three live concert events at this year’s Antelope Valley Fair and Alfalfa Festival, taking place from Sept. 23 to Oct. 2, […]
Founder of Hollywood Black Film Festival dies
Tanya Kersey, an entertainment journalist and entrepreneur who was the founder and executive director of the Hollywood Black Film Festival — once known as the “Black Sundance” — has died, […]

