Campaign Announcement draws over 3,000 Detroiters to hear highlights of her vision for neighborhood revitalization, family safety, affordable housing, economic growth and youth empowerment DETROIT, MI] Dec. 11, 2024 – Mary Sheffield, Detroit City Council president and a lifelong Detroiter, officially launched her campaign for mayor at The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local…
Archives for December 2024
ABFF Honors Announces 2025 Honorees: Legendary Performers Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Giancarlo Esposito and Keke Palmer
LOS ANGELES, CA – (December 11, 2024) –The 7th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors announced today the honorees of its annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in the motion picture and television industry. Presented by NICE CROWD, the 2025 ABFF Honors will take place on Monday, February 17 at the SLS hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, hosted by actress and comedian Zainab Johnson….
‘Makayla’s Voice’ is a Love Letter to the World and is Now Streaming on Netflix
Makayla’s Voice tells the story of Makayla Cain, a teenage girl, who has spent her life grappling with a rare form of autism that rendered her essentially nonverbal. However, her parents, filled with unwavering belief in their daughter’s potential, embarked on a transformative journey to discover the true depth of Makayla’s inner world. Khari Cain, Makayla’s…
USHER Unveils Entertainment Industry Club and ‘Spark’ Lab Content Studio at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
USHER’s Social Impact Tour Inspires Over 4,800 Youth Across 11 Cities and Brings National Workforce Development and Entrepreneurship Model to Atlanta ATLANTA, GA (December 11, 2024) – Global superstar and philanthropist USHER celebrated the conclusion of his impactful 100-day Social Impact Tour with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club in…
Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” Lights Up Hollywood During A Roaring World Premiere
The Dolby Theater in Hollywood was transformed into the Pride Lands as Disney’s highly anticipated Mufasa: The Lion King premiered in grand fashion on Monday, Dec. 9. This all-new feature film, directed by Academy Award® winner Barry Jenkins, explores the remarkable origins of Mufasa, one of Disney’s most iconic characters, and opens exclusively in theaters…
Inside Alvin Ailey’s Star-Studded Opening Night: A Celebration of Dance and Legacy
On December 4, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off its highly anticipated 2024-25 season with a dazzling Opening Night Gala at New York City Center. The evening was a tribute to the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison, celebrating her profound contributions to the arts and education. The gala blended…