What's On Today - Thursday

The Magic of Motown Warms Minneapolis Amidst Winter Chill

As frigid temperatures and gentle snowfall enveloped downtown Minneapolis last night, the Pantages Theatre became warm with nostalgia with The Magic of Motown Show. This vibrant tribute to one of music’s most iconic eras captivated the audience from start to finish.

Created by Martha Brogden, who also starred alongside her brother and eldest granddaughter, the production was a family affair. The simple yet striking set—anchored by the word “Motown” illuminated in bold, glowing lights—provided a perfect backdrop for the dazzling performances.… Read more

Black Families Displaced By California Wildfires Launch Online Fundraisers To Help Start Over

Family members help remove an elderly woman from her home as residents and firefighters try to stop flames from the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, on January 8, 2025. | Source: ROBYN BECK / Getty

Members of the Black community in Altadena are turning to social media to share the devastation caused by the raging fires that are sweeping across Los Angeles County, and many are in desperate need of help.

According to CBS, while the full extent of the damage from the Eaton Fire is still being assessed as of Jan.… Read more

‘Nothing’s Been Done’ Since Kendrick Johnson’s Gym Mat Death 12 Years Ago, His Mom Says On Anniversary

Jackie Johnson, mother of Kendrick Johnson, speaks onstage during the Justice For Kendrick Johnson Rally at the Georgia State Capitol on June 13, 2020, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Paras Griffin / Getty

The mother of a Black teenager who was found dead inside a rolled-up wrestling mat in his Georgia high school gymnasium 12 years ago marked the somber anniversary in part by renewing calls for accountability in a case for which no one has been held responsible.… Read more

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Mother Claims ‘Untruths’ Are Being Spread About Her Late Son By His Widow

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Connie Boss Alexander, the mother of the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, is on a mission to put some of the “untruths” about her son’s personal life to rest.

In an open letter shared to her Instagram on Jan. 9, Alexander revealed that she and her family were “absolutely appalled by the misleading and hurtful claims” made by Boss’ widow, Allison Holker, during a recent interview with PEOPLE.… Read more

Kid Cudi Evacuates Los Angeles Due To Wildfires

Kid Cudi is one of the many individuals impacted by Los Angeles wildfires. He has revealed he has evacuated his home and urges anyone in peril to do the same.

As spotted on Rap-Up Magazine Kid Cudi has spoken up amidst the natural disaster that is ravaging Southern California. On Thursday, Jan, 9 he took to Instagram and shared some updates and recommendations. “Hey, guys, [I] had to evacuate my crib. I’m safe [with] my loved ones,” he wrote.… Read more

Altadena, A Los Angeles Community With High Black Residency, Suffers Under Wildfires #Altadena

The wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County in California have devastated homes and misplaced longtime residents as firefighters battle the blazes. The community of Altadena, which has a significant number of Black residents, is suffering from the damages of the wildfires as they forge a path forward.

Several outlets have covered the damage from the wildfires in Altadena and the town of Pasadena, including Pasadena Star-News and CBS News. The Eaton fire has damaged around 4,000 structures according to the Star-News, adding that 18 percent of Altadena’s residents are Black along with 7 percent of Pasadena residents.… Read more

Meek Mill Receives Backlash After Tweeting About LA Wildfire

If not knowing how to read a room was a person, it would be Meek Mill. In the midst of celebrities sending their thoughts and prayers to everyone in Los Angeles being effected by the wildfire, it was the king of Philly’s turn. Meek stated, “Prayers to la I never knew about fire trauma until my house caught on fire…. I was smelling fire in my sleep jumping up for 3 years… I didnt know that type of trauma existed, so I was just dealing with it as a kid!”… Read more

Incarcerated Firefighters Endure Harsh Conditions On The Frontlines Of Los Angeles Wildfires

Incarcerated people in California are playing a critical role in combating the devastating wildfires that are sweeping across Los Angeles County, often risking their lives on the frontlines. However, the price they pay for this essential work is steep—these incarcerated firefighters are regularly underpaid, overworked, and subjected to grueling conditions.

As reported by The Guardian, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) announced on Wednesday that 395 incarcerated firefighters are currently deployed across 29 crews as part of the CDCR’s Conservation Fire Camp Program.… Read more

Cops’ Warrant for Nicki Minaj Denied, Investigation Still Going

Looks like Nicki Minaj’s barbie mobile was green when luck was on her side to be denied for an arrest warrant. The warrant was denied due to a lack of evidence after the former manager pressed charges claiming she physically attacked him. TMZ stated, “A spokesperson for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office tells TMZ … they have reviewed the warrant request from the Detroit Police Department but have chosen to deny it due to “insufficient evidence” proving a crime had been committed.… Read more

Drake Is Having Trouble Selling His Mansion In California

2024 was an absolute struggle year for Drake as Kendrick Lamar systematically tore down his reputation, credibility, and popularity all in a matter of weeks (just sayin’), and now it seems like 2025 might not be much kinder, as the King of the North is having trouble moving his home out in California.

According to Newsweek, the “One Dance” artist is currently trying to sell his Beverly Hills home, which he purchased in March of 2022 only to put it back on the market in May of 2023.… Read more

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