Game On: Sports News, Highlights & Commentary Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr has died. He was 64. Smith’s family said in a statement Wednesday that Smith died following a bout with CTE-caused dementia. “It is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved Billy Ray Smith Jr, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family,” the statement said. “Billy Ray faced his long journey with dementia caused by CTE with unmatched bravery, dignity, and strength. Billy Ray brought so much joy, light, and laughter to the world as…
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Fresh from the Kitchen: Recipes & Food Inspiration Published on Jun 2, 2026. Updated on Jun 2, 2026. By Tayo. This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure. 9 Comments I make these Ninja Foodi pork chops almost every week because they come out perfectly juicy every single time with barely any effort. We’re talking crispy on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, and done in under 30 minutes. 🧡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe I make these pork chops on repeat and my family never gets tired of them. There are literally never leftovers. Here’s why this recipe works…
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond American Association of Christian Counselors and Celebrate Recovery Join Forces to Create an All-New Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Coach Program. Apply now for the full tuition scholarship. As more churches and ministry leaders walk with people facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, embrace family breakdown, and other mental, emotional, and relational struggles, the need for biblically anchored, evidence-based addiction and mental health support and ongoing training continues to grow. Church and recovery leaders are often on the front lines of some of the most painful realities people carry. In sanctuaries, small groups, counseling offices,…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration I love this focaccia because it’s about as simple as bread gets. No kneading, no shaping, no scoring. You mix it at night and it does the work while you sleep. If you don’t have a sourdough starter you’ll need one for this recipe, so check out my instructions on how to start one from scratch. Feed it about 12 hours before you make the dough. I fed mine in the morning and it was bubbly and active by evening, and that’s when I mixed everything up. The cast iron is what makes…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: Every bookshelf tells its own story. Growing up, my parents’ shelves were lined with classics like “The Autobiography of Malcolm X,” “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” and countless other classics that had been read so many times their spines had begun to soften. Meanwhile, on the bookshelves of older cousins were the novels I definitely wasn’t old enough to be sneaking off to read, like dog-eared copies of “The Coldest Winter Ever” or titles by Zane passed from hand to hand as if they were contraband. By the time I got to college and started…
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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Table of Contents Many individuals enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare (“dually eligible individuals”) are eligible for assistance with Medicare out-of-pockets costs. Thus, any health care bills they receive should raise a red flag that they are being improperly billed or have lost their financial assistance. This issue brief describes the different types of health care bills a Medicare enrollee might receive, explains how health care bills are covered, and provides information on assistance available and advocacy tips for how to address issues that may arise. For additional state protections for…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: Key takeaways: Get your finances in order: Having a clear picture of your finances, including how much you have saved for a down payment, current credit score, and overall budget can help streamline the process and reduce unexpected expenses. Work with a trusted real estate agent: An experienced agent can offer helpful guidance through the buying process in addition to negotiating on your behalf. Don’t be afraid to negotiate: Buyers have the upper hand in roughly 70% of U.S. housing markets, so don’t be afraid to negotiate on price, repairs, closing…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment By Diana Bien-Aime, Ph.D. Teamwork!What was once considered a ‘soft’ skill is now referred to as a ‘smart’ skill (Padurean, 2023). The National Association of Colleges and Employers continue to rate the ability to work in teams second in the top 20 skills desired, requiring employees to possess the ability to collaborate cross culturally and generationally (Langer, 2025). Whether students accumulate sufficient resources in acknowledging and using their cultural capital during the educational process to successfully function in a diverse society is not often addressed. There is an opportunity to cultivate a…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Savannah Steel head coach takes leave of absenceSavannah Steel will have a new voice on the sidelines as the team announced a coaching change ahead of Friday’s game.SAVANNAH, Ga. —ABOVE VIDEO: Savannah Steel falls to Jacksonville Waves July 8, 2026Savannah Steel announced Wednesday that head coach Coretta Brown is taking a leave of absence to attend to a personal family matter.Assistant coach Toccara Ross will serve as interim head coach during Brown’s absence.This content is imported from x. You may be able to find the same content in another format,…