Oprah and Friends take on NYC
By: Stephanie Woods Mckinney Photo Courtesy: Stephanie Woods Mckinney The 92nd Street Y continues to bring new and exciting celebrity guests to its tight-knit community uptown in New York City. The world-class cultural center has outdone itself with meaningful, educational, entertaining, and heartfelt discussions. In January, media mogul, philanthropist, television producer, host, and all-around powerhouse Oprah Winfrey made a special guest appearance with friends. Michael Pr
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Modest Luxury Brand Jellabiya Iftar Debuts in New York
By: Jewel Benton Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, was one of the coldest evenings of the year so far, but even more memorable was the warmth that permeated the sold-out Jellabiya Iftar: The New York Edition, a celebration of both African excellence and Black excellence. At least 100 attendees, ranging from their twenties and up, gathered in midtown Manhattan from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at an elegant commercial building. Guests embraced the dress code, donning dazzling fashion from Jellabi
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A Final Farewell
Photos by Bill Allen The show ended, but the love is still very real. Michelle Miller brought her CBS family and friends together to celebrate their work on CBS Saturday Morning. It was a celebration and a final farewell for the team. There was laughter, tears, and a sense of community.
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Charmagne Tripp Lives in the Moment
By: Akilah H. Green Courtesy: JRoberts Management New England born soul singer, writer, and producer Charmagne Tripp, self-described as a “New England Negro”—is a 25-year music industry veteran whose career has been rooted in longevity, adaptability, and truth. The oldest of seven and an aunt to more than 40 nieces and nephews, Tripp carries generations of life experience into her music, and it shows deeply on her newest release, Live at Parkville Sounds. The project is intim
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NYABJ Celebrates Legacy of Former President Michael J. Feeney
By: Bill Allen, Photos Courtesy Michael J. Feeny estate New York, NY — The New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) has long been a trailblazer in setting high standards for journalism and leadership within the community. Throughout its history, the organization has been guided by many accomplished leaders who have left lasting impacts. Ten years ago, in 2016, Michael J. Feeney served as NYABJ President, a tenure remembered for his dedication, vision, and commitment
Jan 311 min read
Charlie Lewis Jr. Celebrates Life and Legacy in His Debut Book, "No Apologies"
By: Bill Allen Harlem, NY — Charlie Lewis Jr. has achieved a milestone many have long anticipated: the publication of his first book, No Apologies. With the help of acclaimed filmmaker and writer Nathan Hale Williams, Lewis has documented the chapters of his life, offering an intimate look at his journey from a young boy in the South to a proud New Yorker and community leader. The book’s title reflects a mixture of conscience, metaphor, and poetic language—qualities shaped by
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NYABJ Member Honored in the Heart of Times Square
By: Stephanie Woods-Mckinney Earlier this month, New York Association of Black Journalists member Gail Hall, also known as DJ Flame, was featured among seven other ‘Visionary Ambassadors of Influence’ on a Times Square billboard promotion, showcasing their images and highlighting the dynamic, successful, and influential magazine. The Times Square display embodied their ‘Unstoppable Momentum’ campaign, which, according to the brand, features ‘Real People, Real Talk, and Real
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