Obituaries
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day, death is an inevitable part of life—a universal truth that spares no one. Yet, despite its certainty, the weight of loss never becomes easier to bear, nor does the act of processing its impact. For those within Black culture, where community and shared experiences […]
Claudette Colvin was known for refusing to give up her seat on a Montgomery city bus nine months before Rosa Parks.
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.
Gospel legend Richard Smallwood, 8-time Grammy nominee, dies at 77 after kidney failure. Pioneered contemporary gospel sound.
Viola “Mother” Ford Fletcher, one of the last living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has died in Tulsa at the age of 111.
Conservationist Jane Goodall Passes Away at 91 While on U.S. Speaking Tour Renowned primatologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall has passed away at the age of 91 due to natural causes while on a speaking tour in California. Her death, confirmed by the Jane Goodall Institute, marks the end of a groundbreaking career that transformed […]
‘Nicest Judge In The World’ Frank Caprio Passes Away at 88 Judge Frank Caprio, affectionately known as the “nicest judge in the world,” has passed away at the age of 88 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Known for his compassion, humor, and humanity, Caprio became a global sensation through his viral courtroom moments […]
Legendary heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne died Tuesday at the age of 76, according to a statement from his family. His death comes just weeks after his final performance with Black Sabbath at their “Back to the Beginning” show in Birmingham, England. RELATED STORY: Ozzy Says Goodnight – But We Will Never Say ‘Goodbye!’ His […] The post Ozzy Osbourne Dead at 76 appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.
Renowned educator Ron Clark goes viral for an inspiring and joyful graduation celebration with students at his academy.
Grammy-nominated singer Jaheim is accused in Fulton County of not providing enough water, sanitary conditions, and ventilation to his dogs.
The Majic 107.5/97.5 crew was on hand as the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation hosted a Celebrity Topgolf Classic at Topgolf Midtown.
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