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Trump alleges China hacked voter data, sparking debate on election security. Heavy rains batter Texas, prompting rescues and warnings to stay safe. Tainted lettuce suspected in multi-state parasitic illness outbreak. Sybil Wilkes is back with another edition of “What We Need to Know,” the daily roundup that keeps our community informed and ready to move.

Have you ever faced a sudden life transition and felt like giving up? In his powerful Wake Up & Win segment on Get Up! Mornings With Erica Campbell, Dr. Willie Jolley breaks down how to navigate these moments. True personal growth requires us to shift our mindsets when life brings unexpected circumstances. When you face difficult seasons, it is easy to assume that you have failed. However, a popular piece of wisdom states that everything will eventually work out in the end.

God's love remains constant, regardless of personal struggles or circumstances. Armstrong's music connects with audiences by embracing his unique sound and authenticity. Armstrong and his wife openly share their fertility journey to encourage others facing similar challenges. Source: JOR’DAN ARMSTRONG / Reach Media Inc./ Getty Jordan Armstrong is reminding listeners of one simple but powerful message: no matter what life looks like, God’s love never changes.

A mother seeks answers about her son's suspicious death, with a phone as a potential clue. The Justice Department's independence from political influence is questioned during a confirmation hearing. A baseball star's Home Run Derby win becomes a platform to motivate more Black youth to pursue the sport. Sybil Wilkes is back with another edition of “What We Need to Know,” the daily roundup that keeps our community informed and ready to move.

What do you do when life throws you a curveball? How do you react when change comes your way completely unexpectedly? In my TED Talk, I share exactly how to turn your setbacks into spectacular comebacks. Change happens in life whether you like it or not. However, change becomes a positive force when your attitude remains great. “Change is good when your attitude is great.” Years ago, I was fired from my job. Instead of giving up, I maintained a positive mindset.

Midwest states have some of the nation's lowest housing, food, and energy costs. Insurance premiums are rising in Midwest states due to severe weather events. West Virginia and North Dakota also rank among the most affordable states for cost of living. Source: jabkitticha / Getty When it comes to economics in 2026 something we all know and have experienced is nationwide inflation, however, the burden of inflation is less in some states that others.

Source: Olga Yastremska / Getty A Black-owned hair extension brand that raised the scale with beauty solutions is debuting in Sephora, and it is pretty historic. Ruka Hair, a Black-owned biotech and beauty company that creates high-quality hair extensions, wigs and braiding hair, announced on Wednesday that it will launch in Sephora. They are the first hair extension brand in over 20 years to land in the beauty franchise chain.

Cathy Hughes receives one of the District’s highest honors for her decades of service, innovation, and leadership in media.

Harlem Fashion Row founder's encouragement inspired designer Shanelle Campbell to create the iconic boots. Designer drew inspiration from early 2000s style icons like Beyoncé, celebrating Black fashion and hip-hop culture. Beyoncé's choice to wear the boots amplifies a story of Black talent, representation, and dreams coming full circle.

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens complement each other in brown and gold outfits Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns bring high-fashion glitz and glamour Steph and Ayesha Curry arrive in sleek, coordinated black ensembles Source: Getty 2026 ESPYS The 2026 ESPYS doubled as the perfect date night for several of our favorite Black celebrity couples. Pairs including Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens, Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns and Steph and Ayesha Curry ruled the red carpet.