Category Archives: Ernie Allen Blog

US Marks 9/11 With Somber Tributes, New Monument To Victims

US Marks 9/11 With Somber Tributes, New Monument To Victims

9-11-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   NEW YORK (AP) — Americans are commemorating 9/11 with somber tributes, volunteer projects and a new monument to victims, after a year when two attacks demonstrated the enduring threat of terrorism in the nation’s biggest city. Thousands of 9/11 victims’ relatives, survivors, rescuers and others are expected at Tuesday’s anniversary ceremony…MORE

Dallas Officer Who Killed Black Man In His Own Home Arrested For Manslaughter

Dallas Officer Who Killed Black Man In His Own Home Arrested For Manslaughter

9-10-19-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   UPDATE 09/10/18 1:00 CST The case against a white Dallas police officer who shot and killed a black neighbor in the neighbor’s home will be presented to a grand jury, which could decide on more serious charges than manslaughter, the district attorney overseeing the case said Monday. UPDATE: Dallas Mayor Mike…MORE

Ayanna Pressley Is The New Face Of American Politics

Ayanna Pressley Is The New Face Of American Politics

9-6-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   BOSTON (AP) — The black Boston city councilor whose upset primary win over a 10-term congressman stunned Massachusetts’ political establishment called her victory “surreal” Wednesday and said the wave of inclusiveness sweeping the nation is the best way to counter President Donald Trump. Ayanna Pressley told cheering supporters she’s thrilled and…MORE

Colin Kaepernick’s Nike Deal Sparks Boycott, Online Anger

Colin Kaepernick’s Nike Deal Sparks Boycott, Online Anger

9-5-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   An endorsement deal between Nike and Colin Kaepernick is prompting a flood of debate online as sports fans react to the apparel giant backing an athlete known mainly for starting a wave of protests among NFL players of police brutality, racial inequality and other social issues. The deal unveiled by Nike…MORE

Andrew Gillum Wants Opponent To Focus On Issues, Not Race

Andrew Gillum Wants Opponent To Focus On Issues, Not Race

9-4-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The man who could become Florida’s first black governor on Sunday called on his opponent to refrain from name-calling and to focus on the issues. Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for governor, was asked about comments Republican U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis made after Tuesday’s primary.…MORE

Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum Makes History As First Black Man To Win Fla. Governor Primary

Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum Makes History As First Black Man To Win Fla. Governor Primary

8-29-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   PHOENIX (AP) — Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum upset a crowded field of well-funded candidates in Florida’s Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday, a step away from becoming the state’s first black governor. His surprise victory sets up a November showdown with Republican Rep. Ron DeSantis, a favorite of President Donald Trump. Gillum’s victory…MORE

Man Admits To Burning Black Man Alive In Jailhouse Letter To White Supremacists

Man Admits To Burning Black Man Alive In Jailhouse Letter To White Supremacists

8-28-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   Tennessee authorities have had John Carothers in custody for months. He was charged with murder for burning a black man alive, but investigators were having trouble coming up with a motive. According to News Channel 5, deputies intercepted a letter from Carothers to a white supremacist group and found a motive, Carothers…MORE

McCain Stopping Medical Treatment For His Brain Cancer

McCain Stopping Medical Treatment For His Brain Cancer

8-24-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   WASHINGTON (AP) — John McCain, the six-term Arizona senator and 2008 Republican presidential nominee, has chosen to discontinue medical treatment for his brain cancer, his family said Friday. In a statement, the family said McCain has surpassed expectations for survival, but “the progress of disease and the inexorable advance of age…MORE

Even The Most Expensive HBCUs Keep Tuition Costs Lower Than National Average

Even The Most Expensive HBCUs Keep Tuition Costs Lower Than National Average

8-23-18-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY-   Pursuing higher learning can cost a lot. Historically Black Colleges and Universities, however, have succeeded at staying below the national average when it comes to tuition. The typical cost of attending a private university was $34,740 for the 2017-18 academic year, according to College Data. Costs added up to $9,970 for state residents…MORE

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LATTO GETS CALLED OUT AND DELIVERS!

LATTO GETS CALLED OUT AND DELIVERS!

Latto was big-timing on social media, and a fan called her out for it. Latto posted on X, “My fav thing about being rich is going out to eat damn near every day & ordering wtvr tf I got a taste for.” The fan replied, “Not rn Latto. Pls. It’s rent szn.” After realizing there…

DIDDY’S HOMES RAIDED

DIDDY’S HOMES RAIDED

Diddy is in the crosshairs of law enforcement on both coasts. Federal agents have descended on his Beverly Hills home and his home in Miami. These raids happened on Monday afternoon around 4 pm ET. Law enforcement were seen walking through the house with guns drawn and there are people being questioned in the front…

BRUNO MARS IS $50 MILLION IN DEBT

BRUNO MARS IS $50 MILLION IN DEBT

Someone needs to pull Bruno Mars out of the casino. According to NewsNation, Mars owes MGM Las Vegas some serious loot from gambling debts. An insider said, “He owed millions to the MGM,” and “(MGM) basically own him.” The debt allegedly got up to $50 million at one point. It seems Mars’ weakness was at…

MIKE TYSON IS GETTING BACK IN THE RING

MIKE TYSON IS GETTING BACK IN THE RING

Jake Paul is set to fight former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a boxing match that will be live-streamed on Netflix. The bout is scheduled to take place on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Texas and will be available to all Netflix subscribers. Jake Paul says, “My sights are set on becoming a…