Entertainment

By Konner Hines August has been a wild ride in the world of pop culture, full of music drops, viral controversies, surprise reunions, and more celebrity headlines than we can count. If you’ve missed anything while trying to enjoy the last days of summer, here’s your recap of the biggest moments so far. Music Is… Read more: TCO Entertainment Monthly Update — September 2025

By Konner Hines This piece celebrates the first African-American Trailblazers from Northeast Ohio as part of the Art Walk of Fame. Painted by Jerome White, it was commissioned by the Cleveland Historical Society to spotlight regional Black history. In classrooms, on sidewalks, and across murals that stretch along Cleveland’s city blocks, you can find the… Read more: A Vessel for the Vision: Jerome White Brings Art, Spirit, and Healing to Cleveland

By Vince Robinson The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) marked its 50th anniversary with its annual convention and career fair, held Aug. 6-10 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. Founded in 1975, NABJ advocates for the needs of African Americans in broadcasting and print media. The four-day gathering drew journalists from across the… Read more: GCLEABJ Shines As Host of the National Association of Black Journalists Convention in Cleveland

By Konner Hines Beyoncé paused her June 28 Cowboy Carter concert in Houston after a suspended stage prop began to tilt while she was performing midair. The incident occurred during the finale number “16 Carriages,” shocking thousands of fans. The 43-year-old superstar was seated atop a red convertible platform when it suddenly became unstable. Harnessed… Read more: (UPDATE) Beyoncé Halts Houston Concert After Near Fall

By Vince Robinson A Presidential Welcome with Star Power Tri-C President Dr. Michael Baston kicked off the 46th annual Tri-C JazzFest with an energy that matched that of the opening act, Trombone Shorty. Baston enthusiastically welcomed five new recipients of the festival’s Jazz Legends Award before introducing the New Orleans-bred ball of energy. Honorees included… Read more: Tri-C JazzFest ’25: An Energetic Experience

By MICHAEL R. SISAK and LARRY NEUMEISTER Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A jury will begin deliberations on Monday over the fate of Sean “Diddy” Combs after hearing wildly differing views from prosecutors and a defense lawyer over whether he engaged in sex trafficking for two decades. Two prosecutors insisted that he had coerced, threatened and… Read more: Key moments from the closing arguments at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial

By Johnathan Landrum Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The BET Awards delivered a night of major star power and poignant moments Monday night, marking the ceremony’s 25th anniversary with a mix of comedy, emotion and calls for justice. The night delivered a stirring mix of purpose and entertainment from Doechii ‘s powerful speech, Jamie Foxx ‘s emotional reflection… Read more: BET Awards bring star power as Doechii, Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey shine in 25th anniversary show

By: Marissa Valentine “Adolescence,” according to an article by Variety magazine, amassed a whopping 24.3 million viewers just four days after its debut. It held the number one spot for three weeks on Netflix, and by late March collected 96.7 million views, ranking it among Netflix’s all-time most popular TV shows.  It is a film… Read more: “Adolescence”: Unpacking What Films Mirror in Modern Society

By Konner Hines From Beyoncé kicking off her “Cowboy Carter World Tour,” the 2025 Met Gala, and Lady Gaga’s powerful performance in Brazil amid a thwarted bomb plot, May has been filled with headline-making moments across the entertainment world. New Music Releases In new music, Ed Sheeran released his latest single, “Old Phone,” from his… Read more: TCO Entertainment Bi-Monthly News Brief – May 2025

By Ray’Chel Wilson, CFEI What if a horror movie wasn’t just about fangs and fear but about legacy? About the art of saying “no”? About making sure the next generation has more than just survival? That’s the real magic behind “Sinners.” Ryan Coogler’s genre-twisting supernatural tale is set deep in Jim Crow Mississippi. It’s got… Read more: Movie “Sinners” is a Playbook for Black Economic Freedom

By MICHAEL R. SISAK and LARRY NEUMEISTER Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Soon after viciously attacking his longtime girlfriend Cassie in a hotel hallway, Sean “Diddy” Combs sought out a security guard and predicted accurately that his iconic career would be ruined — his image as the affable, successful “Puff Daddy” destroyed — if video of… Read more: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs paid to hide Cassie beating video because he feared career ruin, witness says

By Ron Calhoun Art, Identity, and Community Intertwine A powerful and imaginative transformation is taking shape in Cleveland’s AsiaTown. The transformation is anchored in heritage and envisioned for the future, the project redefines what public space can mean for a community.  Leading this creative effort is artist Jordan Wong (WONGFACE), whose work, in collaboration with… Read more: A Bright Future for Cleveland’s AsiaTown

NEW YORK (AP) — The R&B singer Cassie returned to the witness stand Wednesday and continued recounting painful and humiliating details of life with her ex-boyfriend, Sean “Diddy” Combs. Prosecutors allege Combs used his fame and fortune to orchestrate an empire of exploitation, coercing women into abusive sex parties. His lawyers argue that, although he could be violent,… Read more: Cassie’s testimony in the Diddy trial exposes the underbelly of their relationship

By Konner Hines Kanye West, once celebrated as a groundbreaking artist and fashion mogul, now faces significant scrutiny as his controversial statements and actions overshadow his contributions to music and culture. Once hailed as a genius, West has increasingly become a polarizing figure due to his offensive remarks and behaviors in recent years. As his… Read more: From Graduation to Cancellation: Kanye West’s Tumultuous Legacy

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Smokey Robinson’s lawyer said allegations of rape and sexual assault against him in a lawsuit from four former housekeepers are “vile” and “false.” Attorney Christopher Frost said in a statement Wednesday that the evidence “will show that this is simply an ugly method of trying to extract money from an 85-year-old American icon.”… Read more: Smokey Robinson’s lawyer says rape allegations against him are ‘vile’ and ‘false’