5-25-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- PITTSBURGH (AP) — The jury that will hear the sex assault case against Bill Cosby will include two blacks among its 12 members. Prosecutors and the defense team on Wednesday also selected three of six alternates, and two of them are black. Cosby’s lawyers had complained this week that prosecutors were trying…… MORE
After 146 Years, Ringling Bros. And Barnum and Bailey Circus Performs Last Show
5-22-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — With laughter, hugs and tears — and the requisite death-defying stunts — the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus received its final standing ovation Sunday night as it performed its last show. “We are, forevermore, the Greatest Show on Earth,” boomed Johnathan Lee Iverson, who has…… MORE
Go Maxwell, It’s Your Birthday…
Soul star Maxwell will celebrate his birthday on stage in Nashville Dave Paulson , USA TODAY NETWORK – Tennessee “It’s 21 years later, and here we are,” he tells The Tennessean. “I’m so grateful to everybody for making something that was just a hobby at 17 continue on into this lifelong passion.” “I actually didn’t want to…… MORE
Black Man Praised After Slapping White Woman For Calling Him A Ni**er
A viral video involving a man hitting a woman for calling him a racial slur has sparked conversation online on what’s an acceptable reaction to a testy situation. The incident was uploaded to the web May 5, showing a man arguing with a woman about her constant use of the n-word. During the nearly minute-long…… MORE
President Trump Revealed Classified ISIS Information To Russia
5-16-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump revealed highly classified information about Islamic State militants to Russian officials during a meeting last week, The Washington Post reported Monday, prompting strong condemnation from both Democrats and Republicans. Three White House officials who were in the May 10 meeting strongly denounced the story, saying no…… MORE
Show Thyself a Man
Men of Nashville … Come out for a morning of Food and Fellowship at LPMBC’s Men’s Prayer Breakfast. The theme of this year’s event is “Show Thyself A Man”. Come out and hear a powerful word from the Lord. June 3, 2017 8:00am Lake Providence MB Church, 5891 Nolensville Pike Event Price: $15 For more…… MORE
FBI Chief Comey Fired
5-10-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey Tuesday, saying it was necessary to restore “public trust and confidence” in the nation’s top law enforcement agency following several tumultuous months. “The FBI is one of our nation’s most cherished and respected institutions, and today will mark a…… MORE
Obama Told Trump Not To Hire Michael Flynn, Says Aides
5-9-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama personally warned Donald Trump against hiring Michael Flynn to serve as his national security adviser, three former Obama administration officials said Monday, underscoring the depths of the outgoing White House’s concern about the man Trump would ultimately fire. In an Oval Office meeting with Trump…… MORE
President Obama Honored With Profiles In Courage Award
5-8-2017-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- BOSTON (AP) — Former President Barack Obama, in his first public comments about the ongoing debate over his signature health care plan, implored members of Congress on Sunday to demonstrate political courage even if it goes against their party’s positions. Obama briefly returned to the spotlight as he accepted the annual…… MORE
Hear TLC’s Sleek New Song ‘Way Back’– Single hails from fifth and final album
TLC have unveiled new single “Way Back” from their forthcoming fifth and final album, which does not yet have a title. iHeartRadio premiered the track on Thursday. While T-Boz tweeted that the full song features Snoop Dogg, the tune that iHeartRadio debuted on Thursday does not include his vocals. As the title suggests, “Way Back”…… MORE
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SUPER BOWL HALFTIME PERFORMANCE RUMORS
We’re starting to hear loud rumblings about next year’s Super Bowl halftime show performer. The rumor going around is that Jay-Z will take the stage during the big game in San Francisco on February 8th, 2026. While we’re unable to confirm or deny at this point, it almost seemed inevitable that Hov would headline at…
PROSECUTION AND DEFENSE HAS RESTED IN DIDDY CASE
On Tuesday, both the prosecution and defense rested their cases in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial. The prosecution finished presenting evidence, wrapping up nearly six weeks of testimony, videos, pictures, and documents. On the same day, Diddy’s defense team brought no witnesses to the stand and presented several pieces of evidence in the case. The…
SNOOP DOGG’S BIOPIC COMING TO THE BIG SCREEN
Snoop Dogg, the West Coast rap icon turned cultural mainstay, is officially bringing his life story to the big screen. Read more about Snoop’s upcoming biopic, film and TV deal with Universal inside. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Doggfather has signed a multi-year first-look deal with NBCUniversal through his Death Row Pictures banner, solidifying a…
SNOOP AND NBC
NBC is going from being the Peacock network to the Canine network after inking a new deal with Snoop Dogg. Snoop’s Death Row Pictures has inked a multi-year creative partnership with NBC Universal. Part of the deal will bring him back to The Voice next season, and he’ll continue his cross-platform appearances, like he did…