Uncategorized
As we celebrate Black History Month, 105.3 RNB is shining a spotlight on local history makers from the Carolinas by Saluting Black Excellence. We are honoring people whose vision, courage, and excellence either shaped or continue to shape our communities. Brought to you in part by Carolina Cares Partnership. DR. KIZZMEKIA CORBETT-HELAIRE Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire, […]
Disturbing police killing of Black man; bystander video contradicts officers' claims The post Da’Quain Johnson: Grand Rapids Police Officers Gun Down Black Man, Outrage Sparked Following Release Of Body Camera Footage appeared first on Bossip.
Take a stroll down memory lane and take a look at a timeline of Donald Trump and Mike Tyson's friendship over the years.
U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie ruled in November that Halligan can't legally serve in the role because she was not confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles secured re-election Tuesday, earning 70% of the vote over Republican Terrie Donovan and Libertarian Rob Yates. Her fifth term will extend through 2027, making her the city’s longest-serving Democratic mayor. Republican Pat McCrory served 14 years from 1995 to 2009. Lyles has focused her administration on affordable housing, racial equity, infrastructure improvements, and public transit expansion, along with supporting small and […]
Mecklenburg County residents are casting their votes Tuesday in local elections that include city and school board races, along with a major referendum on a proposed transportation sales tax. Polling places across the county will remain open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The transportation tax proposal has drawn widespread attention, with supporters calling it vital for […]
Counter-, a tasting-menu restaurant in Charlotte’s Wesley Heights neighborhood, has earned one Michelin Star and a Michelin Green Star for sustainability — the city’s first-ever recognition from the famed guide. The awards appeared in a press release published ahead of Michelin’s official ceremony scheduled for Monday night in Greenville, South Carolina. According to WBTV, the […]
TRENDING: Dallas Food Resources Amid SNAP Shutdown Towards the end of last week, Trump and his administration were declared by federal judges to use contingency funds to pay SNAP benefits in full for November. Though Trump was officially declared by judges, that didn’t mean he would listen. His administration declined the option that was given […]
Mecklenburg County officials will announce Monday how they plan to use $740,000 to support food resources during the ongoing suspension of federal SNAP benefits. The news briefing will take place Nov. 3 at noon at the Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center. County leaders say about 138,500 residents rely on SNAP each month, and the funding will help ensure continued access […]
Two federal judges want the Trump administration to partially fund SNAP. The food assistance program is set to expire on Saturday unless the government re-opens, impacting 42-million low-income Americans who are enrolled. A Rhode Island judge and a Massachusetts judge said the administration must tap emergency funds that will cover some of the SNAP program. […]
In a deeply personal and inspiring conversation, Livingstone College President Dr. Anthony J. Davis shared his journey of leading the historic institution while battling kidney disease and undergoing dialysis. Despite the physical and emotional toll of his health challenges, Dr. Davis remains steadfast in his mission to elevate Livingstone College and continue its legacy of […]
Former Duke basketball standout and 2010 national champion Kyle Singler was arrested in Oklahoma last week on domestic abuse charges, according to WBTV. Singler, 37, was taken into custody on Oct. 23 in Haskell County after allegedly grabbing his girlfriend by the head and shoving her to the ground in front of their young child. […]