African-American TV network Bounce for sell?

E.W. Scripps is reportedly considering offers to sell off Bounce, its multicast channel targeted at Black and African-Americans, according to CNBC.

Interest in the network appears to have been, at least in part, spurred after Paramount Global considered selling BET, its cable channel aimed at a similar audience, in 2023. Paramount ended up backtracking on the deal and kept BET its portfolio.

Scripps didn’t elaborate on who might be interested in Bounce. CNBC analysis suggests the network could go for hundreds of millions of dollars.

Bounce became part of Scripps in 2017 when it bout Kat Networks for over $300 million. In an interview on CNBC, Scripps CEO Adam Symson described the company as being being proud of its “stewardship” of the Bounce brand.

The potential sale comes at a time with significant moves in Black media.

In addition to still owned BET, Paramount also owns Dabl, a network marketed as a “strong Black comedy” offering, which rebranded in December 2023.

Meanwhile, Tyler Perry inked a major new deal with BET and streamer BET+. Perry also owns part of BET+.

Comedian and TV host Steve Harvey has also ventured into digital by inking a deal with Dr. Phil’s Merit Street Media. Harvey also became an investor in the venture created by the former syndicated talk show host and psychologist.

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Congressional Black Caucus statement on passing of Rep. Donald Payne Jr.

Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford of Nevada and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement on the death of Rep. Donald Payne, Jr.:

“Today, the Congressional Black Caucus mourns the loss of our dear colleague and friend, Representative Donald M. Payne, Jr., and we are holding his family and loved ones in our hearts during this difficult time.

“Representative Payne served the people of New Jersey and our country honorably for six terms in the U.S. Congress. He was an advocate for racial justice, equal rights for all, reproductive freedom, free college tuition, and public transportation. He was also a fierce proponent of improving the lives of working families, expanding voting rights, lowering the costs of prescription drugs, and combating the climate crisis.

“Representative Payne was an effective leader in Congress having served as the ranking member and chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, as well as the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery.

“Prior to joining the Congress in 2012, Representative Payne, in the footsteps of his father Rep. Donald Payne Sr., dedicated his life to serving his community as a member of the New Jersey City Council, as a president of the South Ward Young Democrats, as a Garden State Parkway toll collector and for the Essex County Educational Services Commission.

“Representative Payne will be remembered by all those who knew him for his kindness and generosity. He leaves behind a legacy and commitment to service that New Jerseyans and our country will not soon forget.”

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Howard University College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences Dean Honored by National Academies of Practice

Gina S. Brown, dean of Howard University’s College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences, was recently elevated to the esteemed status of Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) in Nursing. This recognition underscores Brown’s exceptional contributions to the field and her dedication to advancing interprofessional care.

Membership as a Distinguished Fellow in NAP is an honor reserved for individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and leadership within their profession. Dean Brown's exemplary career and commitment to excellence have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues in NAP.

"I am deeply honored to be recognized as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice," said Brown, Ph.D., MSA, RN. "This distinction is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire Howard University College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences community. I look forward to contributing to the important work of NAP and collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals to drive positive change in our field."

Brown's induction into the 2024 fellowship class was celebrated at the annual conferences’ black-tie dinner of the National Academies of Practice held in Jacksonville, Fla., last month. At the ceremony, Dean Brown was given the distinctive NAP medallion for her outstanding contributions to nursing.

The College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (CNAHS) at Howard University is dedicated to educating healthcare professionals as well as developing future leaders who will impact the delivery of quality healthcare globally. The college offers nationally recognized, accredited programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels to a diverse and international student population.

Hey Stephen A. Smith here's what Black people think about your relating to Trump BS

Recently Stephen A. Smith made the ignorant @ss statement that Black people somehow relate to Trump because of his 91 charges and dealings with the legal system. That is the dumbest BS I have ever heard from Smith's mouth and if you have ever watched or listened to Smith, you know he says a lot of dumb sh*t on the regular. I could go on and explain why what Stephen A. Smith said was stupid but Sirius XM Urban View host Reecie Colbert of the Reecie Colbert Show made the point much better than I ever could.

WARNING! Reecie curses a lot! LOL.

George L. Cook III AFRICAN AMERICAN REPORTS

Let's put to bed this narrative that Black people like or can relate to the twice impeached, 91 felony count charged fraudulent corrupt Donald J. Trump because he is being prosecuted. Black people do not have a kinship with criminals. Stepehen A. Smith justifying Trump’s racist… pic.twitter.com/efMhjH3L7j

— Reecie @BlackWomenViews (@ReecieColbert) April 21, 2024