Jason Collins, a former Stanford basketball star who became the NBA’s first openly gay player during his 13-year professional career, died from brain cancer at the age of 47. Collins’ family announced the news on Tuesday via a statement published by the NBA: “We are heartbroken to share that Jason Collins, our beloved husband, son, brother
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WGN Radio news anchor Sylvia Snowden has received a “Best Investigative Reporting” honor at the Peter Lisagor Awards, presented by the Chicago Headline Club. Snowden was recognized for an investigation into a high-profile TikTok personality and party promoter who organized a large West Side gathering despite police warnings about potential violence. The event drew nearly 1,000
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See Full StoryFCC Sets FM Auction For Early 2027 With 132 CPs
The Federal Communications Commission has announced plans to hold an auction of FM radio construction permits beginning in February 2027, marking the first such auction since its authority to conduct them was restored. The auction, designated Auction 114, will make 132 FM construction permits available for bidding, including nearly 100 that have not previously been
See Full StoryCumulus Realigns Atlanta Signals, Sells 97.9
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See Full StoryWERD, Atlanta Is Back
WERD, Atlanta has a new home in downtown Atlanta. Receiving the keys from Ms Alex Perkins is Marsha Washington George Atlanta chapter President of the National Black Radio Hall of Fame.
See Full StoryMichael Jackson Returns To The Top Movie Spot
The legacy of the King of Pop has reached a new milestone this week as The Essential Michael Jackson moonwalks back to Number 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart. This resurgence marks the first time the career-spanning hits compilation has held the top position in seventeen years. The renewed interest follows the release of
See Full StoryJanet Jackson Makes Plea For Peace At Grammy Gala
Janet Jackson has made a rare public appearance at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala. She was there to celebrate the induction of her 1989 album Rhythm Nation 1814, and took the opportunity to share a plea for peace, unity and positivity. “It’s beautiful to relive the memories attached to this project that is so, so
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