Romey Continues Wisconsin Sports Run With ‘W’s Up (Red & White Anthem)’
Midwest hip-hop artist Romey is adding another Wisconsin sports anthem to his catalog with the release of “W’s Up (Red & White Anthem),” continuing a run of songs tied to teams and sports culture across the state. The new single follows Romey’s earlier sports-themed releases, including “Fear The Deer,” created for the Milwaukee Bucks. The…
Steph Curry’s Basketball Artistry Takes Center Stage in New IMAX Film
Stephen Curry has changed the way basketball is played. Now, a new IMAX documentary looks at the work, imagination, and discipline behind the shot that helped redefine the game. “Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry,” opening exclusively in IMAX theaters Oct. 9, follows the Golden State Warriors star as he approaches his 4,000th career 3-pointer,…
Chris Brown Gets $12.9 Million Dog Attack Award Reduced to $9.5 Million
Chris Brown has won a partial legal victory in a lawsuit involving a former housekeeper who was attacked by a dog at his California home. A Los Angeles County judge ruled that Maria Avila must either accept a reduced $9.5 million damages award or face a new trial focused only on damages. She has until…
NY AG Letitia James Sues Evolutions Festival Organizers Over More Than $260,000 in Unpaid Refunds
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued the organizers of Evolutions Festival, accusing them of failing to refund more than $260,000 collected from ticket buyers and vendors after the 2025 event was canceled days before it was scheduled to begin. The lawsuit, announced Tuesday, names Evolutions Festival, 845 Vibrations LLC, and organizers Michael and…
Peacock Unveils Trailer for ‘Crystal Lake,’ ‘Friday the 13th’ Prequel Series
Peacock has released the official trailer for “Crystal Lake,” the upcoming prequel series expanding the “Friday the 13th” horror franchise. The eight-episode series premieres Oct. 15, with all episodes available to stream on Peacock. “Crystal Lake” stars Linda Cardellini as Pam Voorhees, the mother of Jason Voorhees, whose death becomes the catalyst for the events…
Urban League of Union County to Celebrate 82nd Anniversary Gala with Eric Roberson
Grammy-nominated R&B and soul singer Eric Roberson will perform at the Urban League of Union County’s 82nd Anniversary Gala, “An Emerald Era: Legacy Revealed,” on Friday, Oct. 9, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Springfield. The black-tie masquerade gala, scheduled from 6 to 11 p.m., will celebrate the organization’s 82 years of service while raising…
Jay-Z Accuser Recants Sexual Assault Allegations, Says She Never Met Him
A legal case that sent shock waves through hip-hop and the entertainment industry has taken another turn after the woman who accused Jay-Z of sexually assaulting her as a teenager formally recanted her allegations. The woman, identified in court documents as Jane Doe, said in a sworn federal court declaration that she never met Jay-Z,…
‘If I Go Will They Miss Me?’ Explores Black Fathers as Heroes While Being Human
From the eyes of a child, things can seem sweeter than they actually are. Love can soften reality without permission, allowing a child to see their parent through a rose-colored lens before they are old enough to understand who that parent truly is. Sometimes, the truth is simply too heavy for small hands to carry….
