24th Annual Hot Wing Festival Celebrates Wings, Memphis and Families in Need
NEW TRI-STATE DEFENDER — More than just a food festival, the event reflects the spirit of Memphis itself, community-driven, rooted in family and culture and undoubtedly soulful. Hosted by the nonprofit Wings Over Memphis, the festival continues to prioritize both flavor and philanthropy. This year, proceeds will benefit two impactful causes, Ronald McDonald House West Tennessee & Northeast Arkansas and the St. Jude Walk. The post 24th Annual Hot Wing Festival Celebrates Wings, Memphis and Families in Need first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
American College of Physicians Names First Black EVP & CEO, LeRoi Hicks
SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT — According to a press release from ACP, Hicks’ selection comes after a national search and recommendations for the organization’s Board of Regents. Hicks, known as a clinical system leader for his research on health equity and healthcare disparities, has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work. The post American College of Physicians Names First Black EVP & CEO, LeRoi Hicks first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
Dads, Kids & Community Clean with a Purpose
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Located along the Ribault River, a tributary of the St. Johns, Harborview Boat Ramp sits in the heart of some of Jacksonville’s most historic Black neighborhoods. Efforts to maintain and protect these spaces go beyond beautification—they reflect a commitment to water quality, community pride, and preserving access for future generations. The post Dads, Kids & Community Clean with a Purpose first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
PRESS ROOM: Southern University Just Made HBCU History. The National Championship Is Next.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Southern University's competitor, Coby Robinson, delivered the performance that sealed it. Down a game to Indiana University East, Robinson came back to win Game 2 by a commanding 41-21 margin. Game 3 went to overtime, and with the season on the line, Robinson executed a perfect field goal to close it 45-42 and send Southern University to the national stage. The post PRESS ROOM: Southern University Just Made HBCU History. The National Championship Is Next. first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
Building Bridges of Support: How AAPI Equity Alliance Is Strengthening California’s Anti-Hate Network
OAKLAND POST — In May 2022, Patricia Roque said she and her parents were attacked after a late-night stop at a fast-food drive-thru in Southern California. After hitting their car, the other driver pulled alongside them and mocked them using a racist Asian accent. Then, he threatened to kill them. The situation escalated when the man returned while the family was waiting for police and assaulted Roque’s father, fracturing his rib and choking her mother before bystanders intervened. The post Building Bridges of Support: How AAPI Equity Alliance Is Strengthening California’s Anti-Hate Network first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

Ashra Kwesi continues to awaken the souls of Blackfolk
In Black and African consciousness circles, few names are celebrated more than Ashra Kwesi. Alongside his wife and teaching partner, Merira Kwesi, the duo travels the world to share knowledge of an African past that has been distorted or ignored in classrooms for decades. As lecturers on African history, civilization, and culture, the Kwesis present
Parasocial obsession is a public safety crisis
Most of us have felt it. That strange sense of relatability with celebrities we’ve never met. You’ve followed their journey, laughed at their posts, and cried at their interviews. It feels like you’ve known them for so long. But for some, the line between admiration and obsession quietly disappears. This month at SXSW, a man
Terrance’s Take: SWAC gets it right, disallowing sub-Division II football games
There have been rumblings for several months now that the SWAC was ready to put the hammer down on tightening reins on non-conference football scheduling. It was getting ridiculous, with some schools scheduling teams that felt like a stretch to even consider a college program. Something had to give if the SWAC wanted to continue
Gen X grind vs. Gen Z boundaries: Who’s right?
This article was written by Sharif El-Mekki for Word In Black. During a recent Freedom Friday podcast, our host, Chris Stewart, pointed out that we are living in a time when four, sometimes five, generations are working side by side, exposing fault lines around toughness, trauma, and what “safety” should mean at work. As a
How redistricting is reshaping political power in 18th Congressional District
TX-18 is changing fast. Here's what redistricting means for Houston's Black communities and their future.

After life changing journey through Africa, IShowSpeed to visit Caribbean as part of new travel tour
Fresh off a showcase appearance at WrestleMania over the weekend, IShowSpeed is looking to add more stamps to his passport
New film ‘Ricky’ asks the question we keep avoiding: What happens after prison?
“Ricky” tells the story of a man released after 15 years in prison, exploring mistakes, grace, and the village it
Trump’s effort to reform marijuana policy won’t keep Black people out of prison, remove economic barriers
President Trump recently complained that the administration is “slowing walking” his order for the rescheduling of cannabis. Advocates say the
‘I’ve done it all’: Stephanie Elam’s departure from CNN adds to list of Black men and women saying goodbye to TV news
The departure of Elam, who worked at the network for two decades, adds to a growing trend among Black journalists,
Singer D4vd charged with first-degree murder as LA County D.A. reveals suggested timeline of 14-year-old girl’s death
The singer also faces charges of continuous sexual acts, lewd and lascivious sexual acts with an individual under 14 years

Nvidia enters mature growth phase after triple-digit gains
Nvidia’s most explosive run may be behind it, but institutional investors are not walking away. The semiconductor giant’s stock has moved out of its triple-digit discovery phase and into what analysts are now calling a more mature growth cycle — a transition that reflects both the natural cooling of early AI euphoria and the emergence The post Nvidia enters mature growth phase after triple-digit gains appeared first on Rolling Out.

5 Stoner Comedies To Stream For 4/20
From Cheech and Chong, Craig and Smokey, to Harold and Kumar, these are the best movies to watch to light one up and celebrate 4/20.
420 Laws: US Cannabis Legalization Through The Decades
From mandatory minimum sentencing to mass pardons, the road to legalized cannabis is filled with notable lows and meaningful highs.
Kash Patel Files $250M Defamation Suit Against The Atlantic For Reporting On His Alleged Drunken Behavior
The Atlantic's article cited anonymous sources who claimed Patel drinks excessively and is often “away or unreachable, delaying time-sensitive decisions needed to advance investigations.”

Faith Before Flags: A Biblical Reflection on MAGA Christianity

October 25, 2025
by
Pastor Johnson

In recent years, a movement known as MAGA Christianity has risen to prominence in America, a blend of faith, politics, and nationalism that seeks to “make America great again” through what it calls a return to “biblical values.” For many believers, it offers a sense of belonging, purpose, and moral clarity in a divided nation.

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