Considering Black Banking? Here Are 21 Black-Owned Banks Around The U.S. Like most Black-Americans right now, you’ve probably been asking yourself what you can do to effect change in in lieu of the recent racial tragedies . Well, that’s what we’re here for! One way to rebuild and protect African American communities is to invest in Black-owned business . That doesn’t just mean curly hair custards or skincare, that also includes necessities like banking. Here we’ve compiled a list of 21 Black-owned banks and credit unions that will help you put your money where your mouth is. Flip the script to find a location near you.
Amandla Stenberg Covers Hype Hair For The July/August 2016 Issue Amandla Stenberg shows off her natural ‘do for Hype Hair! We all love Amandla for bringing attention to cultural appropriation and black culture with works like “Don’t Cash Crop My Cornrows.” Now Hype Hair is giving readers an intimate look at the star with a two-page spread discussing Stenberg’s lovely ‘do as well as chatting it up with her hairstylist, Shai Amiel a.k.a. “The Curl Doctor.” In this same issue you can also get the scoop on Zendaya ‘s best hair looks and get some girl chat with the Braxton Sisters ncluding their hair and beauty regimen. Other starlets that Hype Hair highlights inside their July/August 2016 issue are Jhené Aiko, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Serayah McNeill, Kat Graham, Sanaa Lathan, a special feature on electro-jazz musician, Esperanza Spalding, and many other beautiful ladies. Be sure to check it out!
Rapper Lor Scoota’s Manager Slain Also Weeks After Murder A few weeks ago, we reported that rapper Lor Scoota was gunned down in Baltimore . Today, the NYDailyNews is reporting that his manager was killed Wednesday… Trayvon Lee, 29, manager of recently slain Baltimore rapper Lor Scoota, was murdered Wednesday. Scoota’s death sent waves throughout the rap community as he was shot and killed in broad daylight while driving moments, after leaving a charity basketball game promoting peace. Less than two weeks after mourning the loss of his artist and friend, Lee succumbed to the same fate in West Baltimore. Lee died July 6 from two gunshot wounds to the chest when shots rang out about 7:45 p.m. steps from his home. First Lor Scoota, then his manager? Something ain’t right here. No idea what it is, but something ain’t right. Image via Twitter
Micah Xavier Johnson Identified As Dallas Police Shooter After a night of terror in the streets of downtown Dallas , police have announced the name of the name responsible for 5 dead cops. Via ABCNews One of the suspects in the ambush-style shootings in Dallas that left five police officers dead overnight served in the U.S. Army Reserve. The suspect told a hostage negotiator that he was upset about the recent police shootings of two black men and that he wanted to kill white people, especially police officers, Dallas Police Chief David Brown said at a news conference this morning. The suspect, who was killed by police when they detonated a bomb delivered by robot, was identified today as 25-year-old Micah Xavier Johnson, multiple law enforcement sources told ABC News. Johnson served as an Army reservist until April 2015. He was trained and served in the Army Reserve as a carpentry and masonry specialist, defense officials said. Johnson deployed to Afghanistan from November 2013 to July 2014, according to his service record. He had the rank of a private first class. The suspect “wanted to kill officers” and “expressed anger for Black Lives Matter,” Brown said. “None of that makes sense,” Brown said. Sounds like Micah thinks he’s willing to go that extra step that “protesters” won’t. Based on the the reactions on social media, a lot of people seem to look at Micah like a hero, how do you feel? Image via Twitter
11 Police Shot, 4 Dead After Dallas Protests Protesters have taken to the streets in various cities across the US to demonstrate against police brutality, excessive force, and senseless killings in the wake of the deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, less than 24 hours apart from one another. Now, just as a protest in Dallas came to a close tonight, rapid-succession gunfire filled the streets and resulted in the injury of 11 officers, causing fatalities for four. Via NBCDFW : Three officers are dead, and at least seven others are injured in downtown Dallas Thursday, Dallas Police Chief David Brown says. The entire statement follows: Tonight it appears that two snipers shot ten police officers from elevated positions during the protest/rally. Three officers are deceased, two are in surgery and three are in critical condition. An intensive search for suspects is currently underway. No suspects are in custody at this time. We ask that any citizen with information regarding the shootings tonight call 214-671-3482. We will provide more information once it is available. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers tonight. DART says one of its officers has been killed, and three others have non-life threatening injuries. The gunshots rang out about 9 p.m. following a protest and rally held over two people killed in police shootings in Louisiana and Minnesota this week. The shootings took place as the rally and march were ending. Scores of police officers arrived downtown following the shooting, which took place near Main and Market streets and a block from the Old Red Courthouse building. Since that was printed, the number shot rose to 11 and death toll rose to 4. The Dallas Police Chief has blamed the incident on two snipers aiming at police, however live Twitter accounts of the action from people on the ground are giving totally different accounts of what is going on. INTERESTING. Twitter has also reportedly dispelled rumors that a protester spotted on the scene with a firearm he has the legal right to carry with him was one of the alleged snipers responsible for the attack. The man in the photos turned himself in, and the status of his apprehension is unknown. However, reports from 24-hour news networks are saying that Dallas authorities are still reporting that they have no suspects in custody. No word on the race or gender of said snipers or any proof/word if they were at all affiliated with the protest. But we know it’s getting VERY real out here… WFAA
Ciara Too Excited To Sleep Night Before Wedding Russell Wilson She’s all the way up! As reported Tuesday, Ciara and Russell Wilson held their rehearsal dinner in Liverpool as they prepare to wed today. Cici posted this video of her dancing to “All The Way Up” — undoubtedly her mood as she prepares to marry the love of her life Wednesday. According to E! Online reports : “Ciara has been getting ready all morning. She has all of her bridesmaids helping her,” the insider tells us. “It was hard for her to sleep last night. She is so nervous but so excited for today.” Although the couple hosted a rehearsal dinner Tuesday, Ciara and Wilson went their separate ways when it came time to go to sleep. In keeping with tradition, the couple slept separately. “They were very traditional,” our source adds. As for what Ciara’s wedding day look, we’re told her makeup will appear “golden” and “not that dramatic,” while her hair will have a “very romantic” feel. We’re thinking her wedding day look might look something like this. What do you think? TMZ is reporting that the exact location of the ceremony is completely secret and that guests will have to give up their cellphones: Our sources tell us … the couple is set to swap “I Dos” at a castle in front of roughly 100 of their closest friends and family members. We’re told all guests will be asked to fork over their cell phones — so no one can Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, Pinterest, Periscope or MySpace the event. Our sources say the guests will meet at a central location — and will be transported to the mystery wedding location … to ensure privacy. We know these two must be SO excited to finally make things official. Hit the flip for Russell’s reaction. AKM-GSI/Instagram
Malcolm X’s Prophetic Speech About Racism And Police Brutality In 1962 Watch Malcolm X ‘s interview about racist attitudes of the Harlem police and how these brutal acts builds resentment in the black community. Another speech from 1964 shows how prophetic Malcolm X really was: How far have we really come? YT
Malcolm X’s Prophetic Speech About Racism And Police Brutality In 1962 Watch Malcolm X ‘s interview about racist attitudes of the Harlem police and how these brutal acts builds resentment in the black community. Another speech from 1964 shows how prophetic Malcolm X really was: How far have we really come? YT
A lil positivity… Homeless Chicago Students Given A Prom Two Illinois non-profits are making national headlines for a recent selfless act. Teen Living Programs Chicago and Sisterhood of the Traveling Heart recently held a “dream prom” for 40 homeless Chicago students that included donated dresses and tuxedos. ABC News reports: About 40 homeless students in Chicago got something Saturday many of them thought would never come — a chance to attend prom. Jalisa Thurston was one of those students. “This prom is amazing because I didn’t ever go to prom,” she told ABC News. Thurston, 23, who is set to return to school later this year, said she never attended her high school prom after being kicked out of school for “some bad choices” and a subsequent pregnancy. On Saturday, she got a chance to wear a donated off-white two-piece evening gown thanks to a prom, held by two local non-profits Teen Living Programs Chicago, which serves homeless youth ages 14-24, and Sisterhood of the Traveling Heart, which centers on girls and teens around the world. It was the first time the prom was held for the organizations. “I feel like I’m getting married,” Thurston said. “I’m glad I met [TLP Chicago] because they’re wonderful.” The room where the prom was held on the lower level of Life Center Church of God in Christ in Chicago was decorated in navy blue and white. Along with a candy table, there was also a cake and cupcake stand. A prom queen and king were crowned — after getting recommendations from the students’ social workers — and some students even performed. Several local and national organizations provided donations, allowing the men to be outfitted with tuxedos and the women received complimentary hair styling and make-up application. “They all looked so nice,” Kamelah Muhammad, one of the organizers who came up with the idea, told ABC News. Wow! What an awesome story! Kudos to these two organizations for giving back and making dreams come true!
A lil positivity… Homeless Chicago Students Given A Prom Two Illinois non-profits are making national headlines for a recent selfless act. Teen Living Programs Chicago and Sisterhood of the Traveling Heart recently held a “dream prom” for 40 homeless Chicago students that included donated dresses and tuxedos. ABC News reports: About 40 homeless students in Chicago got something Saturday many of them thought would never come — a chance to attend prom. Jalisa Thurston was one of those students. “This prom is amazing because I didn’t ever go to prom,” she told ABC News. Thurston, 23, who is set to return to school later this year, said she never attended her high school prom after being kicked out of school for “some bad choices” and a subsequent pregnancy. On Saturday, she got a chance to wear a donated off-white two-piece evening gown thanks to a prom, held by two local non-profits Teen Living Programs Chicago, which serves homeless youth ages 14-24, and Sisterhood of the Traveling Heart, which centers on girls and teens around the world. It was the first time the prom was held for the organizations. “I feel like I’m getting married,” Thurston said. “I’m glad I met [TLP Chicago] because they’re wonderful.” The room where the prom was held on the lower level of Life Center Church of God in Christ in Chicago was decorated in navy blue and white. Along with a candy table, there was also a cake and cupcake stand. A prom queen and king were crowned — after getting recommendations from the students’ social workers — and some students even performed. Several local and national organizations provided donations, allowing the men to be outfitted with tuxedos and the women received complimentary hair styling and make-up application. “They all looked so nice,” Kamelah Muhammad, one of the organizers who came up with the idea, told ABC News. Wow! What an awesome story! Kudos to these two organizations for giving back and making dreams come true!
