Peacock has officially announced the premiere date for its upcoming drama series The Five Star Weekend, and it comes with a cast that is hard to ignore. The series centers on Hollis Shaw, a celebrated cook and bestselling author known for her warm personality, impeccable taste, and beloved recipes. When Hollis suffers a devastating personal…
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Inside the star-studded NAN convention shaping the future of Black America
Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network (NAN) will bring together some of the country’s most influential voices for the 2026 NAN National Convention from April 8 to April 11 in New York City. This annual gathering convenes leaders in civil rights, politics, business, media, and culture for a national call to action. The…
Baltimore Children & Youth Fund Launches “Living the Dream” Black History Month Campaign
Campaign Spotlights Youth Leadership Powering Baltimore’s Youth Master Plan, a Youth-led Blueprint for Expanding Opportunity, as Stage B Launches with a Citywide Call for Community Input Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF) is commemorating Black History Month with the launch of its “Living the Dream” campaign, a spotlight honoring Black Baltimore’s legacy while…
Detroit starts new Rise Higher neighborhood conversations
Courtesy: Alex Brisbey on Unsplash Detroit is setting the stage for a major wave of community involvement as Rise Higher Detroit launches a citywide series of neighborhood conversations beginning February 2, 2026. The effort continues through early March 2026, creating several weeks of opportunities for residents to participate directly in shaping the Mayor’s action plan….
Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights Endorses Council President Mary Sheffield for Mayor of Detroit
Detroit, MI — As the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference comes to a close and momentum builds around Detroit’s historic mayoral race, the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights (MRCC) has officially endorsed Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield in her campaign to become the city’s next mayor. The MRCC’s endorsement is a reflection of Sheffield’s…
Get Ready for Elegance and Culture! Our Own Wall Street White Party 2025 is Coming
Detroit, MI – Mark your calendars and get your finest white attire ready: Our Own Wall Street White Party 2025 is coming on June 22! This exclusive gathering, combining the sophistication of an all-white party with the vibrant symbolism of Kente cloth, promises an unforgettable night of celebration, culture, and community support. An Unforgettable Juneteenth…
Run the City Detroit Mayoral Forum 2025 Brings Candidates and Community Together, May 15, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Darci E. McConnell Phone: 313.686.8094 Email: darci@dmcconnell.com Date: April 29, 2025 DETROIT, MI — As the 2025 Detroit mayoral race intensifies, residents will have a pivotal opportunity to hear directly from the candidates during the Run the City Detroit Mayoral Forum, taking place on Thursday, May 15, from 5:30 PM to…
NASP-Detroit Presents: ‘Women On Fire in Finance’ Breakfast Awards Fundraiser | Wed. May 14 | Detroit Athletic Club
Join the NASP Detroit Chapter for an inspiring morning at the Women on Fire in Finance Breakfast Awards Fundraiser on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at the historic Detroit Athletic Club. This special event will recognize trailblazing women making a powerful impact in finance, including honorees Dawna Edwards Rodgers, Venus Phillips, and Denise J. Lewis, Esq…..
Famed Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Endorses Mary Sheffield for Mayor of Detroit!
CIVIL RIGHTS ATTORNEY BEN CRUMP ENDORSES MARY SHEFFIELD FOR MAYOR OF DETROIT: “SHE IS THE PEOPLE’S MAYOR” DETROIT, MI – In a defining moment for Detroit’s future, national civil rights leader Attorney Ben Crump officially endorsed Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield for Mayor at a high-impact reception on the evening of Feb. 4, emphasizing…
Detroit May Get the Chance to Elect its 1st Black Female Mayor: Mary Sheffield
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…