Kid Cudi is speaking out for the first time about testifying in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial. The rapper says he was subpoenaed to testify in a case tied to a home invasion and car explosion allegedly connected to Combs. Though he didn’t want to take the stand, Cudi says he felt a responsibility to […]
Meet the Black foodie influencers—reviewers, storytellers, chefs—who serve flavor and culture on social media. Follow their journeys now.
What started as a music-related feud has now turned into one of the strangest—and funniest—celebrity spats online. Actor Omar Gooding has responded to rapper Cam’ron’s recent confession that he paid him to star in a film that wasn’t real. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). […]
A diverse coalition is standing up to Trump’s attempted D.C. takeover, rejecting the technicalities and alleged legality of Trump’s move in the interim.
Ari Lennox has never been one to bite her tongue—and her latest comments are proof. The Grammy-nominated R&B star, celebrated for her velvety vocals and real-life storytelling, recently shared her thoughts on comedy legend Bernie Mac. While acknowledging his influence and undeniable talent, Lennox admitted that not all of his humor sits well with her […]
Authorities have "preliminarily determined" that human remains found in a retention pond in Manatee County belonged to 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier.
U.S. track and field star Sha’Carri Richardson is taking responsibility for her role in a recent altercation with fellow sprinter Christian Coleman, publicly apologizing to him in an emotional Instagram message. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The incident took place last month at Seattle–Tacoma […]
The fallout from Porsha Williams and Simon Guobadia’s short-lived marriage isn’t over—especially when it comes to money. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Williams, 44, and Guobadia, 61, divorced in June 2024 after just 15 months of marriage. But weeks later, court filings revealed that […]
Ari Lennox isn’t backing down from her recent remarks about the hit 90s sitcom Martin. The R&B singer made waves after calling out the show’s long-running comedic digs at Pamela “Pam” James, played by Tichina Arnold. While Lennox made it clear she’s a fan of the series, she said the constant jabs at Pam’s looks, […]
In a break from long-standing White House tradition, President Donald Trump has ordered the relocation of portraits of former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and George H.W. Bush to a location far from public view. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The paintings, which […]
It’s officially one year after Ohio launched recreational marijuana sales, the numbers are rolling in and they’re big. According to a new report from the Ohio Department of Commerce, recreational sales have topped $700 million in just 12 months with 109,706 pounds sold. On the medical side, which began back in January 2019, sales have […]
During August, we continue highlighting Black Business Month as we’re celebrating the culture, the flavor, and the excellence by spotlighting some of the South’s most iconic Black-owned restaurants. Whether it’s BBQ that’ll change your life, catfish that tastes like Sunday, or upscale dining with soul, these spots are must-haves. We started in Houston, now we’re […]