Americans are living in a new era of how it supports its national leaders. In a country of divided politics and ideals, leaders must pick a side if they want to play in the game. Blacks are no different. In a world where everyone and everything is open to criticism,Continue Reading
As the holiday season approaches, so do a myriad of stressors — from overindulgence in food and drink to financial pressures and strained relationships. This time of year often brings heightened expectations, which can, paradoxically, lead to feelings of sadness and disappointment for many. With the season’s abundance of festivities,Continue Reading
There is a quiet epidemic happening in the medical industry that very few people are talking about. But Blacks all over have, and are currently, experiencing racism in the most life-threatening way when they visit the doctor. There is an age-old myth, still believed today, that Blacks feel less painContinue Reading
There have been several hot spots for jazz in the US, New Orleans and Nashville being two of them. What you probably don’t know is that Detroit has had a notable jazz history, too. In fact, it is home to the oldest jazz station in the world. The station isContinue Reading
JENNIFER JORDAN Two-time Emmy-award-winning journalist Jennifer Jordan joined WJW-TV News in January of 2012 as the noon anchor and reporter for the evening newscasts. She currently co-anchors the 6 & 10 prime-time weekend newscasts with John Sabol.Over the last nine years in Cleveland, Jennifer has won three national awards.The firstContinue Reading
Hmm … dating — the art of meeting new people, going on awkward first dates, and trying to figure out if you should kiss someone or just high-five them at the end of the night. As timeless as the search for love itself, dating comes with its own set ofContinue Reading
“What happened to you wearing that red sexy satin teddy to bed? Why are you wearing those holes in your boxers like a moth just chewed them up? We don’t go out anymore; we just stay stuck in the house. When was the last time you paid me a compliment?Continue Reading
The recent Ryder Cup held in September at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, was in the news when it was reported that US golf fans exhibited what was termed “shameful, rude, and mean-spirited” heckling directed at the European team. The behavior garnered plenty of press attention as yet anotherContinue Reading
Every morning when Carvin Winans wakes up, he goes to a special place in his house for what he calls, prayer hour. During the hour of prayer, Winans takes time to thank God for his family, his accomplishments, his struggles, and his blessings. His head down and his eyes closed,Continue Reading
In mid-September, YouGov reported that 55 percent of Americans, mostly Democrats and Independents, say the state of freedom of speech is somewhat or very bad, with only 27 percent, mostly Republicans, saying that it is good. However, Democrats, Independents, and Republicans are all viewing the state of freedom of speechContinue Reading
