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The Cult of Kanye West Strikes Again, Only Because We Allow It

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:28 GMT

Kanye West knows is that he can do and say virtually anything to the Cult of Kanye and they will never turn their back on him. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/the-cult-of-kanye-west-strikes-again-only-because-we-allow-it/

Coi Leray Performs At Rolling Loud Miami, Crowd Chose Violence [Video]

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:28 GMT

Coi Leray continues to earn her following; literally one fan at a time. She faced a very stiff crowd during her recent set at Rolling Loud Miami. As spotted on TMZ the up and coming rapper had a hell of a time connecting to the ticket holders that attended the multi day festival over the weekend. Footage [...] Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/coi-leray-performs-at-rolling-loud-miami-crowd-chose-violence-video/

Malcolm X's Daughter Ilyasah Shabazz To Produce TV Series About His Coming Of Age Story

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:27 GMT

From the 1992 Spike Lee film Malcolm X to the Netflix docuseries Who Killed Malcolm X?, several television and film projects have delved into the life experiences that shaped the activist who left an indelible influence on the world. The latest project to focus on the legacy of Malcolm X is being led by one of his children. According to Variety, his daughter Ilyasah Shabazz is working on a television series about her father.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/malcolm-xs-daughter-ilyasah-shabazz-to-produce-tv-series-about-his-coming-of-age-story/

National Parent's Day, Honor with a Picture on Facebook!!

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:57 GMT

Even though the actual day was yesterday, it's always a great time to celebrate Parents! Post your favorite picture of your parents on the KMOJ Facebook Page, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings in the Morning page or the IceMN Facebook Page. No matter where our parents may be, this day serves to celebrate their important role in our lives. In May we celebrated mothers, and in June we celebrated fathers. It follows that in July we can bring all our parents together and show them some appreciation all at once.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/national-parents-day-honor-with-a-picture-on-facebook/

Black Organizers Want Biden To Take Definitive Action On Voting Rights

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:33 GMT

Black Organizers Want Biden To Take Definitive Action On Voting Rights Source: Tom Williams / Getty It's an all-hands moment for Democracy, with the fight to protect and expand voting rights front and center. The stakes are high, and Black leaders from the grassroots and legacy civil rights organizations are not letting up President Biden and the Senate. Harvard Professor and former NAACP National President Cornell Brooks previously spoke with NewsOne about the primacy of the right to vote.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/black-organizers-want-biden-to-take-definitive-action-on-voting-rights/

Michael B. Jordan Developing Black Superman Project for HBO Max

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:32 GMT

For comic book fans, a Black Superman is nothing new. But actor Michael B. Jordan is developing a Black Superman project that will surely bring the concept more visibility since it will be for HBO Max if all goes to plan. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/michael-b-jordan-developing-black-superman-project-for-hbo-max/

South Carolina State University To Eliminate $9.8M In Student Debt

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:32 GMT

Several collegiate institutions throughout the country are leading efforts to help eliminate student debt and the latest school to follow suit is South Carolina State University. The Orangeburg-based HBCU recently announced it would cancel $9.8 million in debt for students. SC State University to clear $9.8 million in student debt! In his first major executive decision, SC State Acting President Alexander Conyers announced that the university will clear account balances of more than 2,500 continuing students. ... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/south-carolina-state-university-to-eliminate-9-8m-in-student-debt/

Boss Moves: Queen Latifah's Production Company Inks Deal With Audible

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:31 GMT

From her poignant lyrics to the powerful roles she's brought to life on the silver screen, Queen Latifah is a masterful storyteller. With her next venture, she will continue to capture interesting narratives through audio content. According to Variety, Latifah-whose real name is Dana Owens-recently inked a first-look deal with Audible. Queen Latifah's Flavor Unit Inks First-Look Deal With Audible (Exclusive) https://t.co/rekNBMGvbr - The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) July 19, 2021 As part of the multi-project development deal-which was made through Owens and Shakim Compere's Flavor Unit imprint-the production company will release an array of audio-only content including memoirs and interviews with individuals who are driving change in their communities.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/boss-moves-queen-latifahs-production-company-inks-deal-with-audible/

HHW Gaming: Atlantic Records Teams Up With Xbox To Launch The Green Room Gaming Series

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 09:20 GMT

Music and video games go hand-in-hand, so this union between Xbox and Atlantic Records makes all the sense in the world. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/hhw-gaming-atlantic-records-teams-up-with-xbox-to-launch-the-green-room-gaming-series/

Jadakiss & Styles P Make Fun Of Jim Jones' Weatherman Skit [Video]

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 09:20 GMT

The LOX and Diplomats Verzuz trolling continues and we are here for it. Recently Jadakiss joined Styles P in trolling Jim Jones' weatherman duties. As spotted on HipHopDX the two MC's had time during a recent pitstop in Harlem. Earlier this week the LOX rappers took some lighthearted shots at Capo for his signature weatherman skits [...] Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/jadakiss-styles-p-make-fun-of-jim-jones-weatherman-skit-video/

Megan Thee Stallion Reveals To Tyra Banks She Hid Her Dreams of Becoming A Rapper From Her Mom

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 09:19 GMT

Megan Thee Stallion oozes confidence, but there was one point in her life she wasn't so sure about becoming a rapper. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/megan-thee-stallion-reveals-to-tyra-banks-she-hid-her-dreams-of-becoming-a-rapper-from-her-mom/

Sha'Carri Richardson Stars In Beats Studio Buds Spot, Kanye West's New Track "No Child Left Behind"

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:15 GMT

The song from the Chicago producer and rapper will appear on his forthcoming 'DONDA' album. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/shacarri-richardson-stars-in-beats-studio-buds-spot-kanye-wests-new-track-no-child-left-behind-featured/

Kanye West Set To Perform 'Donda' At Rolling Loud Festival This Weekend

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:15 GMT

This would mark Kanye's first onstage appearance since 2019 when Kanye took his Sunday Service show to Coachella when he was out here getting right with the Lord and pledging his support to MAGA country. Source: The Urban Daily via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/kanye-west-set-to-perform-donda-at-rolling-loud-festival-this-weekend/

Black Older Adults Are Being Left Behind In The Fight Against Racial Injustice - The Time To Advocat

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:13 GMT

Black Older Adults Are Being Left Behind In The Fight Against Racial Injustice - The Time To Advocate For Them Is Now Source: FG Trade / Getty The atrocious murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and others sparked a meteoric rise in the fight against racial injustice over the past year. Peaceful protests, billion-dollar donations and more have followed in their wake. While these are steps in the right direction, there is still much to be done for everyone in the Black community to overcome the lingering and generational barriers we've encountered.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/black-older-adults-are-being-left-behind-in-the-fight-against-racial-injustice-the-time-to-advocate-for-them-is-now/

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes Runs For U.S. Senate: 'We Gotta Change the Game'

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:12 GMT

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes Runs For U.S. Senate: 'We Gotta Change the Game' Source: Pool / Getty Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor wants you to know he's been preparing for running tough races his whole life. That's why Mandela Barnes said he's has decided to joins a lineup of Democrats vying for the chance to take down Republican incumbent Sen. Ron Johnson in next year's midterm election. In his opening pitch, Barnes launched his campaign Tuesday morning with a video that touched on the struggles of working families who work hard and positioned himself as a partner instead of a savior.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/wisconsin-lt-gov-mandela-barnes-runs-for-u-s-senate-we-gotta-change-the-game/

Malika Andrews Praised As NBA Finals Reporter While Rachel Nichols Bombs After Game 6

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:11 GMT

Malika Andrews and Rachel Nichols are pictiured working the NBA playoffs. | Source: Getty Images / Getty The Milwaukee Bucks may have won the NBA championship on Tuesday night, but sideline reporter Malika Andrews emerged as the real MVP for her ability to seamlessly conduct post-game interviews amid a wild celebration. Malika Andrews operating like a veteran out there even though this is her rookie year for an NBA Finals. - Chris Williamson (@CWilliamson44) July 21, 2021 Andrews' performance stood in stark contrast to that of Rachel Nichols, who was famously demoted by ESPN for expressing frustration over the success experienced by one of her Black colleagues.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/malika-andrews-praised-as-nba-finals-reporter-while-rachel-nichols-bombs-after-game-6/

Darnella Frazier identifies her uncle Leneal Frazier as innocent man killed during police car chase

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:25 GMT

July 7, 2021 - by MSR News Online Courtesy of Facebook/Darnella FrazierLeneal Frazier Darnella Frazier, the teenager who recorded George Floyd's murder at the hands of Minneapolis police, has identified her uncle, Leneal Lamont Frazier, Sr., as the innocent man killed Tuesday morning after a police car chase that he was not involved in. Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) spokesman John Elder stated that an officer was in pursuit of a carjacking suspect when the collision occurred. The crash took place at Lyndale Ave N.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/darnella-frazier-identifies-her-uncle-leneal-frazier-as-innocent-man-killed-during-police-car-chase/

YMCA free membership for youth through September

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:11 GMT

July 8, 2021 - by MSR News Online Photo by Hussain Badshah on Unsplash The YMCA, in partnership with the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, announced last week that it will offer free memberships for thousands of teens and young adults across the Twin Cities. Cities. The YMCA seeks to ensure that youth of all backgrounds and incomes have access to learning opportunities outside of school. The Y's locations cut across city, county, and school district boundaries.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/ymca-free-membership-for-youth-through-september/

George Floyd's family shares hopes for future of 38th and Chicago

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 13:42 GMT

Ben Henry Updated: July 19, 2021 11:04 PM Created: July 19, 2021 10:53 PM It's been more than a year since George Floyd was killed while in Minneapolis police custody. The intersection where it happened - 38th Street East and Chicago Avenue South - has transformed into both a space for people to heal and a center of controversy. As it stands now, barricades have been removed by city crews and traffic is able to move through.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/george-floyds-family-shares-hopes-for-future-of-38th-and-chicago/

Sounds About White: Capitol Rioter's Light Prison Sentence Could Mean More Insurrectionist Leniency

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 13:27 GMT

Source: Samuel Corum / Getty The first person to be sentenced to prison for their role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has gotten decidedly less time than prosecutors asked for and what guidelines recommend, suggesting leniency will be shown to the hundreds of other Capitol rioters facing similar charges from that fateful day. The sentencing hearing for Paul Hodgkins bore all the familiar hallmarks of white privilege, including delaying the start of his sentence following his guilty plea for obstructing a joint session of Congress, a felony.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2021/07/sounds-about-white-capitol-rioters-light-prison-sentence-could-mean-more-insurrectionist-leniency/