HBCU Sports’ Kenn Rashad criticized the State Fair Classic’s end zone party during active play, urging Grambling and Prairie View A&M leaders to hold promoter ALW Entertainment accountable. Coach Tremaine Jackson also expressed surprise at the unusual atmosphere.

Warren Thompson, 67, built a $750 million hospitality empire serving corporate America and 18 HBCUs. The Hampden-Sydney and UVA graduate turned $100,000 in savings into a company projecting $1 billion in annual revenue—all while retaining full ownership.

Colorado’s 29–7 loss to Texas Tech intensified scrutiny of Deion Sanders. Critics question his coaching and accountability as hot-seat speculation, a dispute with local media, player dismissals and a viral postgame prayer add to the attention surrounding the struggling Buffs.

We examine Moses Speaks’ blueprint for why many Black families remain broke—and how to escape. His saving and investing framework has value, but we question its rigid order, reject a compounding “floor” and ask how struggling families create money to invest first.

#NdJail Rapper Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts II, 50, was arrested in Miami Beach on battery and strangulation charges involving an alleged assault on ex-girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick. He pleaded not guilty; his arraignment is set for October 22.

#NdCommunity Six years ago, Daron Seals attempted suicide. Today, he hosts The King’s Effect Podcast, making room for Black men to speak honestly about grief, pressure and mental health. His message: asking for help does not diminish a man’s strength.