WEST INDIAN CELEBRATION IN NYC
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – The annual West Indian Day Parade kicked off in the borough of Brooklyn, New York today with thousands of colorful revelers marching in dancing fashion…
HARLEM HOSTS HARRIS/WALZ RALLY
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – The first official political rally to elect Kamala Harris president was held in Harlem, New York tonight. Key Democratic leaders spoke, including New York City…
DOMINICANS DOMINATE NYC
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – The 42 annual Dominican Day parade colorfully marched along New York’s Avenue of the Americas today as tens of thousands watched waving Dominican flags. More…
SONYA MASSEY RALLY GROWS
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK — Washington Square Park in New York City today joined the chorus of protests occurring around the country in remembrance of Sonya Massey, the Black woman…
SOLUMN RALLY FOR SONYA MASSEY
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – A solemn rally was held today outside the Brooklyn Museum to honor Sonya Massey, who was killed by police. Those gathered placed flowers and lit…
NYC HAS GOOD NEWS FOR MINORITIES
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced new economic data showing significant decreases in Black and Latino unemployment since the beginning of his administration.…
HOMELESS SHELTER CONTROVERSY IN NYC
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK – A street demonstration in Brooklyn, New York today saw the arrest of a City Councilwoman and scores of protestors demanding an end to a potential…
CALLS FOR FAITH IN NYC
By Black Radio Network Staff NEW YORK — In the wake of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, faith leaders gathered at New York City Hall today to call for A Day of…
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Experian Relieving $10 Million in Consumer Debt to Help Empower Opportunities in the Hispanic Community
on October 14, 2024 at 10:00 am
COSTA MESA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As part of its mission of Financial Power to All™, Experian is relieving $10 million of consumer debt for more than 5,000 Hispanics nationwide.
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Evolus Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
on October 12, 2024 at 2:53 am
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Evolus, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOLS), a performance beauty company with a focus on building an aesthetic portfolio of consumer brands, today reported the grant of non-qualified stock options to purchase an aggregate of 10,251 shares of Evolus and an aggregate of 31,049 restricted stock units (RSUs) of the company’s common stock to 16 newly hired non-executive employees of the company. Additionally, the compensation committee approved the grant of individually nego
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USAA and Its Members Donate Nearly $3 Million to Aid in Recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton
on October 11, 2024 at 11:04 pm
SAN ANTONIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–USAA and its members have now donated nearly $3 million to assist in the recovery from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. USAA made an initial donation of $1 million after Hurricane Helene and has since committed an additional $500,000 to military aid societies to directly support military families impacted by both storms. Through a giving opportunity, USAA members have donated nearly $1.4 million that will go to support efforts led by the American Red Cross, T
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Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $1M to Support Disaster Relief Following Hurricane Milton
on October 11, 2024 at 10:30 pm
LAKELAND, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $1 million to support relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Milton. Publix is also activating a companywide donation campaign so customers and associates can help people affected by the storm. Donations may be made in any amount at checkout. The campaign’s end date will be based on customer response. The contributions from PSMC and the register campaign will support nonprofit organizations, including the
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Columbia Sportswear Company to Announce Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on Wednesday, October 30, 2024
on October 11, 2024 at 8:05 pm
PORTLAND, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Columbia Sportswear Company to Announce Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on Wednesday, October 30, 2024
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Exelon Crews and Equipment Deployed to Florida for Power Restoration Efforts After Hurricane Milton
on October 11, 2024 at 7:21 pm
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In a unified effort to support communities impacted by Hurricane Milton, Exelon has deployed more than 600 field and support personnel to aid in power restoration after the storm’s landfall. Recognizing the urgency and potential devastation of the storm, Exelon’s utility companies swiftly mobilized resources to ensure local Florida utility companies have the support needed to address power outages safely and promptly. This follows Exelon’s recent dispatch of hundreds o
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Cornerstone Building Brands Awards New Mueller Metal Building to Women's Crisis Service Center
on October 11, 2024 at 7:11 pm
POTEAU, Okla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cornerstone Building Brands donated a new Mueller metal building to Women’s Crisis Service Center of LeFlore County in Poteau, Oklahoma.
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Aramark Sports + Entertainment Brings Fan-Favorite Flavors to Seven NBA and NHL Venues for 2024-25 Arena Season
on October 11, 2024 at 6:32 pm
PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)—- $ARMK–Aramark Sports + Entertainment (Aramark, NYSE: ARMK), the award-winning food and beverage provider at seven National Hockey League (NHL) and National Basketball Association (NBA) arenas, is set to elevate the gameday food and beverage experience for the 2024-25 season. Aramark is enhancing its hospitality offerings with new menu items and local culinary partnerships that bring the tastes of home to the arena. Fans can look forward to innovative dishes crafted by A
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FOX News Channel’s Harris Faulkner to Present Town Hall on Women’s Issues Featuring Former President Donald Trump on October 16th
on October 11, 2024 at 4:22 pm
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–FOX News Channel’s (FNC) Harris Faulkner will present a town hall with Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump focusing on issues impacting women ahead of the election and news of the day at Reid Barn in Cumming, Georgia. The event, which will be held with an audience entirely composed of women, will pre-tape on October 15th and air on October 16th on The Faulkner Focus (11 AM-12 PM/ET). FOX News has a standing invitation to Vice President Harr
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Girls Make Games Scholarship Fund Announces Second Cohort of College Scholarship Recipients
on October 11, 2024 at 2:00 pm
RALEIGH, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #GMGSF–Girls Make Games Scholarship Fund (GMGSF) today announces its second cohort of recipients of its four-year college scholarship fund for women and non-binary people aiming to join the games industry. GMGSF, established in Fall 2022, combines professional development and financial support to ensure underrepresented students have the opportunity to access STEAM programs at an early age. The second cohort recipients will each receive a $10,000 grant ($2,500/year) for
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Healthfirst Medicare Advantage Plan Receives 4.5 Medicare Star Rating
on October 11, 2024 at 1:35 pm
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Healthfirst, one of New York’s largest not-for-profit health insurers, announced today that it has been awarded a 4.5-Star rating (out of 5 stars) for its largest Medicare Advantage (MA) Plan contract from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the 2025 Star Program Year and is the only Medicare Advantage HMO serving New York City and surrounding areas to earn 4.5 Stars. This recognition highlights Healthfirst’s ongoing commitment to providing acce
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Nearly 1 in 10 Gen Zers Who Plan to Move Soon Cite Abortion Access as a Reason: Redfin Survey
on October 11, 2024 at 12:30 pm
SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–(NASDAQ: RDFN) — Seven percent of Gen Zers who plan to move soon say one reason is to live in a place where abortion is legal and accessible, and one in 20 (5%) millennials say the same thing, according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. At least 50% of respondents across every generation said they want to live somewhere abortion is legal, with millennials leading the way; 59% said they want to live in such a place,