Irv Gotti, the music producer best known for co-founding the Murder Inc. record label that helped launch the careers of rapper Ja Rule and singer Ashanti, has died at age 54. Def Jam Recordings, the parent label of Murder Inc., first confirmed Gotti’s death in a post on Instagram Wednesday night. “His contributions … helped…… MORE
Atlanta hip-hop icon DJ Unk dies at 43: TMZ
Platt passed away on Jan. 24, 2025. Both TMZ and Essence magazine are reporting his death. His wife, Anthony Leonard Platt, first announced his passing on her social media on Friday, asking for respect for her and her family. “”Please respect me and my family. I just lost my husband and my kids just lost their father.…… MORE
A$AP Rocky’s felony gun trial begins. How much jail time does he face? Will Rihanna appear in court? What we know.
The trial of A$AP Rocky (real name: Rakim Mayers) for allegedly firing a gun at a former friend in November 2021 is underway in Los Angeles, after he turned down a final prosecution plea offer of 180 days in jail. The hip-hop singer, actor and designer is charged with two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, stemming…… MORE
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BJTS 4-17-25
Brenda Gilbert, President of the National Dunbar Horace Mann Alumni Association (NDHMAA), along with Reunion Chairperson Deborah Springer Suttlar and Raymond Frazier with Bus Transportation, want to remind everyone that the registration deadline for the upcoming National Dunbar Horace Mann Reunion is April 30th. If you haven’t registered yet or need more information, please contact…
BJTS 4-10-25
Kimberly Hayman, founder and executive director of Ashley’s Kloset, an Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports individuals with disabilities and their families, is hosting the annual Boots and Bling Fundraiser. It will take place on Thursday, April 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Red and Blue Events Venue. For tickets and more information, visit…
BJTS 4-3-25
Kenya Eddings, Director of the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, highlights the organization’s mission to ensure that all minority Arkansans have access to preventive health care. Their goal is to promote wellness and prevent diseases that disproportionately affect minority communities. In recognition of National Nutrition Awareness Month, the focus this month is on healthy eating. For…