Attorney General Letitia James Secures $90,000 From Banks Over Rent Stabilization Violations
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday that her office has reached settlements with Deutsche Bank National Trust Company and U.S. Bank National Association, securing $90,000 in penalties and restoring 12 Brooklyn apartments to rent-stabilized status after investigations found the banks failed to comply with New York’s rent stabilization laws. The settlements are the…
André 3000 Releases Short Film “7 Piano Sketches” on MUBI
André 3000 has released a new short film, 7 piano sketches, now streaming exclusively on MUBI. Written by André 3000 and Graham Mason, with Mason directing, the film is inspired by and set to the music of André’s 2025 EP of the same name. The short follows André as he makes his way to work…
Crystal Tamar Releases Summer Anthem ‘Whachoo Doin?!’
R&B singer-songwriter Crystal Tamar released her new single, “Whachoo Doin?!,” on June 19, delivering a female empowerment anthem that blends her Houston roots with the influence of Northern California. Produced by Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum producer Kosine, the track pairs chopped-and-screwed production with a message encouraging women to set boundaries while dating. “‘Whachoo Doin?!’ is somewhat of…
Ruth B. Announces Third Studio Album ‘Peace To Make,’ Releases New Single ‘Didn’t I’
Singer-songwriter Ruth B. has announced her third studio album, Peace To Make, set for release on Aug. 21. Alongside the announcement, she unveiled the album’s latest single, “Didn’t I.” The new track explores the aftermath of a failing relationship, capturing the frustration and heartbreak of loving someone beyond reason and realizing that love alone cannot…
NBPA Launches PLYRS UNTD Brand, Debuts “Own the Game” Film at Cannes Lions
The National Basketball Players Association on Monday launched PLYRS UNTD, a new consumer-facing brand designed to turn the collective influence of NBA players into business opportunities, content, merchandise, licensing deals, and partnerships. The initiative replaces THINK450, the NBPA’s former business arm, and aims to help players build equity through a unified commercial platform. The launch…
Event Recap: Taste of Black Harrisburg Draws Crowds, Showcases Black-Owned Food, Art, And Small Business
The Taste of Black Harrisburg event held yesterday in downtown Harrisburg delivered a community-centered experience built around Black-owned food businesses, cultural expression, and small business visibility tied to Juneteenth programming. The event was organized by Jasmine White and DuJuan Dixon, who helped structure the gathering under the JuneteenthHBG framework as both a cultural showcase and…
String Queens Talk “Troubled Liberty,” Freedom, and Finding Their Voice as Composers
The String Queens aren’t just releasing a song — they’re lighting a fuse. “Troubled Liberty” is their boldest strike yet: a searing blend of ancestry, protest, and unshakable Black womanhood that refuses to whisper when the moment demands a roar. Born from spirituals, sharpened by classical rigor, and ignited by the chaos and hope of…
Rapsody Releases “God Gotta Afro” Video in Celebration of Juneteenth
Grammy-winning rapper Rapsody released the official music video for her single “God Gotta Afro” at midnight, delivering a celebration of Black culture, community, and identity in time for Juneteenth. The visual arrives less than a week after the song’s release and coincides with nationwide observances marking the end of slavery in the United States. Through…
