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André 3000 and Big Boi performing on stage as OutKast, wearing distinctive outfits under bright stage lights.
Music

Outkast to Be Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Alongside The White Stripes, Soundgarden, More

This year's ceremony is set to take place in Los Angeles this November.

Close-up of a cicada on tree bark, showcasing its detailed features and textures
Life

Extremely Loud Cicadas Have South Carolinians Calling the Cops

Brood XIX cicadas are currently making their presence known in South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, and elsewhere.

Life

Prisoners in the US Are Part of a Hidden Workforce Linked to Hundreds of Popular Food Brands

Intricate, invisible webs link some of the world's largest food companies and most popular brands to jobs performed by U.S. prisoners nationwide, according to a sweeping two-year AP investigation into prison labor that tied hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of agricultural products to goods sold on the open market.

Associated Press923 days ago
Life

Louisiana Passes Bill Prohibiting Social Media Use for Minors Without Parental Consent

Utah and Arkansas signed similar bills into law earlier this year.

Jose Martinez1159 days ago
A human heart was found at this TN location
Life

Investigation Launched After Human Heart Found in Salt Pile at Tennessee Transportation Facility

When speaking with reporters, local law enforcement compared the state of the heart to a country ham due to the drying effect of the salt in question.

Trace William Cowen1329 days ago
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Arkansas town elects youngest Black mayor in America
Life

Arkansas' Jaylen Smith Becomes Youngest Black Mayor in U.S. at Age 18

18-year-old Jaylen Smith will be Earle's next mayor. He celebrated the win via Facebook on Tuesday, saying it's "time to build a better chapter" for the town.

Joshua Espinoza1342 days ago
Jackson Mississippi skyline for news story
Life

Mississippi Governor Tells Jackson Residents 'Do Not Drink the Water' in State of Emergency Declaration

"Do not drink the water," Gov. Tate Reeves told citizens of the capital. "In too many cases, it is raw water from the reservoir being pushed through the pipes."

Zach Dionne1442 days ago
A police car is seen on a street during the day
Life

Alabama City to Disband Police Department After Cop Allegedly Sends Racist Text Message

The identity of the sender was not publicly named in recent reports. The department, however, is being disbanded in response to the racist message.

Trace William Cowen1463 days ago
Rapper T.I. speaks onstage during Get Out To Vote Concert & Rally at Center Stage
Music

T.I. Responds to Debate About Which Rappers Can Really Claim Atlanta

Rapper Omeretta the Great sparked much debate when she doubted musicians claiming Atlanta, and now T.I. has offered his input on the conversation.

Joe Price1629 days ago
Demonstrators walk past a mural of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick, Georgia.
Life

Georgia Names Feb. 23 Ahmaud Arbery Day

Exactly two years after Arbery’s murder, the state of Georgia confirmed that February 23 will be recognized as Ahmaud Arbery Day going forward.

Joe Price1629 days ago
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A pastor has people burning things
Life

Right-Wing Tennessee Pastor Livestreams Book Bonfire With ‘Occultic Materials’ Like ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Twilight’

The right-wing pastor of the Global Vision Bible Church has made headlines before, including for repeatedly spreading pandemic misinformation.

Trace William Cowen1648 days ago
Tate Reeves is pictured speaking
Life

Mississippi Governor Signs Bill Making State Latest to Legalize Medical Marijuana

Gov. Tate Reeves, a Republican, shared a lengthy statement after signing the bill, reiterating his stance against legalizing recreational use.

Trace William Cowen1649 days ago
Nas
Music

Nas Clarifies ‘Hip Hop Is Dead’ Album Was ‘Mainly’ Directed at New York Rappers

On his Spotify podcast with Miss Info and special guest Jeezy, Nas clarified who was actually talking to on his eighth album 'Hip Hop is Dead.'

Jordan Rose1691 days ago
Latto freestyles on L.A. Leakers radio show
Music

Watch Latto's L.A. Leakers Freestyle Over Yung L.A.'s "Ain't I"

Latto stopped by Power 106 to drop off a few quick bars for the L.A. Leakers, nailing a freestyle over the beat to Yung L.A.'s classic "Ain't I."

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Life

Convicted Alabama Sheriff Praises 'Best Jail in the State' After Stay in Facility He Ran for Years

The now-former sheriff said he was able to enjoy meals including "cabbage, beans, and cornbread" during his stay in the Limestone County facility.

Trace William Cowen1769 days ago
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Martinsville Seven
Life

7 Black Men Pardoned Nearly 70 Years After Being Executed for Alleged Rape of White Woman in Virginia

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam granted a posthumous pardon to seven Black men who were executed 70 years ago for the alleged rape of a white woman.

Brad Callas1804 days ago

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