1+ hour, 42+ min ago   (577+ words) For one of hip-hop's most recognizable stars, the next chapter of his family story is rooted not in music charts or viral moments'but in the classrooms of an HBCU. Heaven Epps, the eldest daughter of Grammy-nominated rapper and former HBCU…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago   (540+ words) For decades, Southern University's Human Jukebox has been inseparable from New Orleans, Louisiana's Mardi Gras season. In 2026, the HBCU band continues that tradition. The world-renowned Southern University Marching Band has officially released its Mardi Gras 2026 parade schedule. The lineup includes…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (771+ words) Michael Vick's return to football has never been about nostalgia. Instead, it has always been about purpose. Now, that next chapter finally has a date, a time, and a national stage. BET has officially announced the premiere of "The Coach…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (579+ words) For years, the path from HBCU football to global superstardom has existed quietly, often overlooked by the mainstream spotlight. However, it has always been possible. On Friday night, Trick Williams proved that once again when he made his official debut…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (660+ words) On a night when nearly 700 Florida A&M University graduates crossed the stage in Tallahassee, Oluwamodupe Oloyede was standing under the lights of Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta'mace in hand, legacy on her shoulders. Affectionately known as "Dupe," Oloyede is serving…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (456+ words) Southern University and Miles College both fought their way through adversity to earn HBCU marching band national titles in the 2025 Red Lobster Band of The Year. HBCU marching culture took center stage Friday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium as Southern University…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (347+ words) Few figures in sports media have represented HBCU culture as consistently and proudly as Stephen A. Smith, the Winston-Salem State University alum whose outspoken, unmistakable presence has made him ESPN's highest-paid commentator. His flagship program,First Take, remains the No. 1-rated…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (544+ words) This year's finalists span both divisions and include two reigning champions looking to defend their crowns. In Division II, Fayetteville State University and Miles College'the 2024 champion'advance to Atlanta after impressive seasons. In Division I, Southern University and Florida A&M…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (332+ words) The 2025 ESPN's Red Lobster Band of The Year High School rankings are in, and once again the Atlanta area has asserted itself as the epicenter of high-school band excellence. With five of the top ten programs hailing from the greater…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (358+ words) The table is officially set for the Division I HBCU field in ESPN's Red Lobster Band of The Year (BOTY) competition. After three months of performances, five elite HBCU marching bands have emerged as the top contenders heading into the…...