Monday, October 21, 2024

Watch Full interview: Al Sharpton interviews Vice President Kamala Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris sits down with MSNBC's Rev. Al Sharpton for a one-on-one interview in the final days of the presidential campaign.

Above the Fold with Jemele Hill debuting Oct. 22 on truTV

TNT Sports and UNINTERRUPTED  announced a partnership to develop a new show that will be part of the TNT Sports on truTV programming lineup beginning later this week. The weekly show – featuring acclaimed journalist Jemele Hill  will delve into important stories and topics centered on the connection between sports and culture. 

The weekly sports magazine series, Above the Fold with Jemele Hill – debuting Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 5 p.m. ET on truTV will deliver a comprehensive and engaging exploration of diverse stories inside the sports world. The 60-minute show will feature Hill and a rotating lineup of correspondents who will discuss and debate the latest news surrounding some of the biggest and most relevant sports stories of the week.  

Hill has previously appeared as a guest correspondent on TNT Sports’ The Arena, the in-depth storytelling franchise that offered thoughtful discussion centered on events taking place on and off the court during the 2020-2021 NBA season. 

“I’m very excited to be working with TNT Sports and UNINTERRUPTED on a project that centers sports journalism and compelling storytelling, said Hill. “The sports media landscape is constantly evolving, but there is always room for nuance, depth and perspective.”

Following the debut of Above the Fold, the series will air each Thursday, beginning at 7 p.m. on truTV. 

‘Central Park Five’ members sue Trump for defamation

Members of the “Central Park Five” sued former President Donald Trump over “false and defamatory” statements they allege he made about their 1989 case during a presidential debate last month. Watch more on this story below:

Sunday, October 20, 2024

Albany State University President statement on campus shooting

Albany State University’s (ASU) Interim President, Lawrence M. Drake II, released the following statement on a deadly shooting at the ASU East Campus in which six people were shot and one person is dead in a Saturday night shooting.

Dear Ramily,

The Albany State University family is deeply saddened to learn of an incident that took place on campus at approximately 8:50 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024. As always, the safety and security of our ASU students, faculty and staff are the number one priority of this institution.

We have been informed that six individuals have sustained injuries. Sadly, one has been reported deceased. The GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) is leading the investigation and is being assisted by state and local agencies. Updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Albany State University remains committed to providing resources for the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of our campus community. Counseling and other resources are available to students during this time. We are encouraging our students to make use of these resources as needed.

Respectfully,

Lawrence M. Drake II, Ph.D Interim President

Joi Faith Jackson is missing!

OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Oakland County police are seeking information about a 26-year-old woman who went missing in Pontiac.

Joi Faith Jackson was last seen by her family on Tuesday (Aug. 27). Her family told detectives that she is in good physical health but is paranoid schizophrenic and suffers from depression.

Jackson is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighs 138 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff's office at 248-858-4911.