Reshona Landfair, a woman whose testimony contributed to the conviction of R. Kelly, is releasing a memoir recounting her experience with the disgraced singer. Landfair was known as “Jane Doe” and was the 14-year-old victim in the child pornography video that led to his sex-trafficking and abuse convictions. Her memoir, Who’s Watching Shorty?, recounts her […]
Several organizations across the Triangle area are offering free meals for families across the Triangle. With several in the community feeling the strain of rising costs across the country, several locations like churches, Meals on Wheels and community centers want to ensure everyone has a meal and a sense of community during the holiday season. […]
After a four-year hiatus, a new label home with Def Jam, and a renewed sense of clarity, Wale has dropped his newest album, everything is a lot. Wale has always been revered as one of hip-hop’s greatest, having timeless hits and major collaborations with artists like Rihanna. In the months leading to the album, the […]
Bad & Boujee New Year’s Eve Bash Get ready to step into the new year with the ultimate celebration! K97.5 is bringing the biggest New Year’s Eve party to Pickleback, located at 711 Rigsbee Avenue in Durham. Join us from 9 PM to 2 AM as we bring in 2026 in style. Hosted by K97.5’s […]
North Carolina native and social media personality Brenay Kennard has been ordered to pay $1.75 million after a jury found her liable for destroying the marriage of her husband’s ex-wife. On Monday, Nov. 10, a jury sided with Durham woman Akira Montague who filed a $3.5 million lawsuit in damages for an affair with her […]
Outkast broke all the rules in hip-hop with their jazz and funk Southern sound that redefined the genre and molded southern rap culture. This is what put them in a league of their own and celebrated in a historic moment, being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this past weekend. But the […]
Can you believe it has been 20 years since the premiere of the series The Boondocks? The Boondocks is an adult animated series created by Aaron McGruder that premiered on Adult Swim on Nov. 6, 2005. The highly controversial comedy show, which was based on McGruder’s comic strip of the same name, took risks in […]
Family, friends and music legends gathered over the weekend in Virginia to honor soul legend D’Angelo, whose music and voice defined an era. According to People, the soul legend was laid to rest at Saint Paul’s Baptist Church in Henrico, Va., just outside of Richmond, on Saturday, Nov. 1. The service took place nearly two […]
The hip-hop community is mourning the loss of Louisiana rapper Young Bleed, who passed away this past Saturday, Nov. 1, after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. His death came just days after he appeared at the viral Verzuz battle between No Limit Records and Cash Money Records, a reunion that celebrated two influential […]
Renowned scholar and founder of Harvard University’s Hip Hop Archive and Research Institute, Professor Marcyliena Morgan, passed away after complications from Alzheimer’s disease. She was 75. Professor Morgan, born in 1950 and raised in Chicago, became one of the most respected voices in the study of language and pop culture, shaping social discourse. She was […]
Radio One Raleigh is launching a community initiative called the Help Hub, a dedicated online space designed to connect local residents with vital community resources. As SNAP benefits continue to expire for families across the country, the Help Hub aims to serve as a bridge between those in need and organizations offering support. You can […]
It’s the spookiest day of the year. Whether you’re looking for a Harvest Festival, a zombie walk, trick-or-treat hotspots or a haunted tour, there are several events happening across the Triangle to meet your ghoulish needs. Below, we have compiled a list of events happening across the Triangle over this Halloween weekend. Trick-or-Treat Trunk-or-Treat Halloween […]