Shirley Chisholm’s influence is felt worldwide, but her interns, Robert and Barbara Lee, grew the most after working under the first Black congresswoman and the first Black woman presidential candidate. Netflix’s film Shirley explores the ups and downs of Chisholm’s presidential campaign and the small group of people who aligned with her vision. As a Black woman, […]

Tim Ross joins the Get Up Church to gives all the details on his new book! For far too long we’ve been held captive by false promises of hype and hustle in a world that needs hope and healing. Welcome to the Basement is a rallying cry and a practical guide to God’s radical last-shall-be-first, least-shall-be-greatest […]

ERICA CAMPBELL  Joining us today is the legendary actor and comedian Chris Tucker, and we are honored to have him here on Get Up Mornings, Good morning, Chris.    CHRIS TUCKER  What’s up, Erica? How you doing? What’s up GRIFF? What’s happening?    ERICA CAMPBELL  I’m so well, I’m so. Well. Go ahead, Griff. I’m […]

Rising teen actor Jalyn Hall spoke with us about playing MLK Jr. in 'Genius: MLK/X,' depicting self-harm and why he swears by Invisalign. The post Exclusive: Jalyn Hall Talks Love For Invisalign And Depicting MLK Jr.’s Self-Harm As A Kid appeared first on Black America Web.

In celebration of Women's History Month, we put together a gallery showcasing the WNBA's all-time best players!

“Sister, Sister” celebrates its 30th anniversary with an all-day marathon. Read more and find out where you can watch it inside.

Don’t miss the Radio One/FSC First “Level Up Virtual Town Hall Meeting” – “Celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship, Growth & Prosperity” Commemorate Women’s History Month by celebrating the achievements and contributions of women entrepreneurs, Presented by FSC First! Thursday, March 14th, 7:00 PM Watch LIVE on the Praise 104.1 and MySpiritDC Facebook Pages, Radio One DC YouTube, […]

According to Billboard, Bri Babineaux earns her second No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart as “I Will Wait” rises from No. 3 to the top of the chart dated Feb. 17 and again the week of March 6. “I Will Wait” was authored by Makeba R. Woods, who also co-produced it with Kayton Bassier, David […]

Movies

The Oscars are here, and many are hate watching just for the sake of complaining what actor of color got jerked. It is what it is, and sometimes they do get it right, and here are the Black actors we’re rooting for that actually won. After the 2016 #OscarsSoWhite hashtag went viral, thanks to April […]

Otis Kemp stops by to introduce brand new music to the Get Up Church! His new single ‘Everything’ ft. Lena Byrd Miles. Want news at your fingertips? Text “ERICA” to 52140 to join our club. (Terms and conditions) After traveling on tour together, Kemp was looking for someone to bring this song he had in his […]

Donald Lawrence was the Inspirational Impact honoree at the 6th Annual Urban One Honors! Fellow gospel legend, BeBe Winans had the honor of presenting this award to Donald...

  We are days away from the premiere of the 6th annual Urban One Honors, and trust us, it’s a show you do not want to miss! Join us for this star-studded event, as we come together with incredible pride to uplift the outstanding talent of this year’s honorees: Mary J. Blige (Entertainment Icon), Dionne Warwick […]