Culture

By BlackNews.com Nationwide — Former First Lady Michelle Obama supports her daughter Malia’s decision to drop the Obama surname as she begins her film career. She said Malia wants to succeed on her own, without […]

By Mary Colurso  Some pastors preach fire and brimstone. Some emphasize that God is love. Some handle the grill at church picnics. Some play basketball with members of the flock, engage in counseling sessions or teach […]

Nationwide — A viral video shows Latino protesters in Los Angeles shouting racist insults, including the N-word, at an African American police officer during protests against federal immigration raids. This has sparked debate within Black communities […]

Lawsuit claims American Bass Anglers bounced prize checks totaling over $100,000 as law enforcement probes possible fraud By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ATHENS, Ala. — An Athens-based fishing organization is under fire after multiple tournament participants […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Rap legend Lil Wayne is bringing his 2025 tour back to Alabama with a newly announced performance at Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater on Sept. 24, marking his second appearance in the state this year. Known […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As summer arrives and Alabamians flock to state parks, forests, and trails, they’re not the only ones becoming more active. Warmer temperatures mean increased movement from the state’s 40 native snake species […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Country superstar and American Idol judge Luke Bryan will bring his “Country Song Came On Tour” to Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater on Sept. 4, making him the first artist scheduled to perform at both the Orion and Birmingham’s new Coca-Cola Amphitheater in the […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS GEE’S BEND, Ala. — A historic community rooted in artistic excellence and cultural resilience is gaining global recognition once again — this time with the backing of one of the world’s biggest […]

Six-year-old Brooklyn, a first grader at Pleasant Grove Elementary School, will never forget the moment her teacher turned her tears into a dream come true. Brooklyn was heartbroken when she learned her mother couldn’t attend […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS After decades of hope, planning, and perseverance, Africatown is finally set to welcome visitors with a permanent, state-of-the-art Welcome Center. The $5.1 million facility, funded entirely by BP oil spill recovery dollars […]