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NEW YORK (AP) — The funeral of James Gandolfini took place in one of the largest churches in the world and didn’t stint on ceremony.…

Track poster girl Lolo Jones mocked Trayvon Martin’s friend, Rachel Jeantel, on Twitter by comparing her to Tyler Perry’s alter-ego ‘Madea.’ Rachel Jeantel looked so…

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Tawanda “WaWa” Jones was just “a kid” when she started a drill team that has given thousands of children a refuge from the tough streets…

Reverend Lennox Yearwood and the Hip Hop Caucus are calling Congress to act immediately to reverse actions of the Supreme Court earlier this week. Specifically, Yearwood wants Congress to enacts a new statute which reactivates the essential preclearence provisions of the VRA that the Supreme Court effectively gutted. Says Yearwood of the decision: “The Supreme […]

The famed Florida A&M University marching band the Marching 100 is back from a nearly two-year suspension following the hazing death of drum major Robert…

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WASHINGTON — The Senate stood poised Thursday to approve historic immigration legislation opening the door to U.S. citizenship to millions and promising a dramatic build-up…

VIA Hot 107.9 Philly With the NBA Finals in full swing, thousands of fans are intrigued by the dozens of plays that are made on…

On Thursday, First Lady Michelle Obama and First Lady Mariame Faye Sall of Senegal encouraged young girls to excel in education at the Martin Luther…

Do your know your HIV status? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates the one out of five people living with HIV in the U.S. are unaware of their HIV status. National HIV Testing Day is an opportunity for people nationwide to learn their HIV status and to gain knowledge to take […]

National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) is an annual campaign that aims to raise awareness about HIV, and encourages individuals to know their status. According to…

VIA My Columbus Power Comedian Sommore stopped in to the Power 107.5 studios while on tour to catch up with The Power Morning Crew‘s own…

The Aquatics division of Raleigh Parks and Recreation is looking for volunteers to supervise and direct the intra-city Swim Team. Volunteers will assist in organizing swim meets and ensure meets operate efficiently. The programs goal is to provide an opportunity to experience competitive swimming in a fun, enjoyable, and relaxed environment. For additional information, call […]