Model, Businesswoman and Author B. Smith, Passes at 70
February 27, 2020
She was a trailblazer in and throughout multiple lanes leaving a lasting legacy.
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Lifestyle
Multi-talented Jean Bell Judis Still Blazing Trails at 76
January 23, 2020
The multi-talented model and actress, who made headlines in the 1960s and 1970s, continues to blaze trails as the Guinness World Record’s oldest competitive rope skipper.
The Eating Season
January 23, 2020
Episode 3: Confessions of a Food Addict
The Eating Season
January 2, 2020
Episode 2: Confessions of a Food Addict
Best of Family, Health & Lifestyle 2019
December 26, 2019
Here are some of the highlights from 2019
Blacks Fare Surprisingly well in Prostate Cancer Research
June 7, 2018
Black men with advanced prostate cancer fared surprisingly well in two new studies that challenge current thinking about racial disparities in the disease.
One-E-Way’s Earl Woolfork Launches Fundraiser for E-Clip Headphones
May 10, 2018
Woolfork created the E-Clip, wireless external headphones that can connect through AirPlay, Bluetooth and Wifi.
Community-driven Movement Aims to Reduce Rate of STDs
September 28, 2017
However, in light of the still-rising numbers, WeCanStopSTDsLA released an updated Pocket Guide to Sexual Health Services and Clinics in South L.A. on Sept. 20.
Twitter to livestream “Essence Now”
May 11, 2017
Essence gives us history, scope and hope.
WENDY’S WINDOW: “Liar, Lunatic or Lord: Which is He?”
April 14, 2017
Easter is the time of year when many think of Spring, new clothes, chocolate and bunnies.