Author: Christopher Vaughan

The NFL has moved the Titans, Steelers game, initially scheduled for this Sunday, to Week 7 after members of the Titans organization tested positive for COVID-19, the New York Times reports. What We Know: On Tuesday, three Titans players and five employees tested positive for coronavirus, followed by a fourth player testing positive later in the week. The game was to be held at noon in Nashville on Sunday. However, the league opted to reschedule in order “to allow additional time for further daily Covid-19 testing and to ensure the health and safety of players, coaches, and game day personnel.”…

The long-awaited first debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden starts tonight at 9 p.m ET at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH. Black News Alerts has you covered with potential topics. What to Expect: One topic sure to receive a great deal of attention is the issue of mail-in ballots. These ballots have been proposed as a safe alternative to heading to the polls during the COVID-19 pandemic, though President Trump has found issue with them believing it gives an unfair advantage to Democrats. “I’ve been complaining very strongly about the ballots and the ballots…

The Hollywood superstar used his first public presidential endorsement to support the Democratic nominees Sunday, CBS News reports. What We Know: Dwayne Johnson, colloquially referred to as “The Rock,” endorsed Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Harris’ campaign in a video posted to social media. “In this critical election, I believe Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are the best to lead our country, and as my first ever (public) Presidential endorsement, I proudly endorse them for the presidential office of our United States.” https://twitter.com/TheRock/status/1310198847835000834 The post included a video meeting between the three where Johnson asked the politicians about their…

The president brought up the issue of mail-in ballots in a press conference Wednesday after a reporter asked if he would commit to a peaceful transition if he failed to win the 2020 election, ABC News reports. What We Know: Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transition of power is unprecedented, with his predecessors all contributing to a respectful exchange of the White House. “Well, we’re going to have to see what happens. You know that,” he said when asked Wednesday. “I’ve been complaining very strongly about the ballots and the ballots are a disaster,” Trump added. Mail-in ballots…

This year’s election could be the most important in our nation’s history! The best way to implement positive change is by taking our concerns to the voting booth and electing officials who represent our views and ideals. National Voter Registration Day is a wonderful reminder of our duty as citizens to take advantage of the democratic system. If you haven’t already, register to vote today! At https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote, first time registers can easily take the first step to contributing to our democracy as well as gain information on registration deadlines. Unsure whether you’re still registered? See https://www.usa.gov/confirm-voter-registration where you can easily…

NFL Hall of Fame defenseman Deion Sanders announced Monday that he will be the new head coach at Jackson State, ESPN reports. What We Know: The legendary defensive back is currently the offensive coordinator at Trinity Christian School in Cedar Hill, Texas, where he will finish the season before preparing for his new role at Jackson State, which has pushed its season to the spring. “God called me to Jackson State,” Sanders said on his podcast. https://twitter.com/GoJSUTigers/status/1308050928180830210 Jackson State athletic director Ashley Robinson expressed the university’s enthusiasm in a statement. “It’s very big for Jackson State University. Not only for…

The former president announced Thursday that he will be releasing the first volume of his long-awaited memoir two weeks after the election, the Chicago Tribune reported. What We Know: Obama’s book will be titled A Promised Land and will cover his rise to the White House as well as his first term. The 768-page book is the first of the president’s memoirs. Though the second book has not yet been announced, it is expected that more will follow. https://twitter.com/BarackObama/status/1306535933475532803 “I’ve spent the last few years reflecting on my presidency, and in ‘A Promised Land’ I’ve tried to provide an honest…

One of the nation’s power 5 college sports conferences has announced that it will begin its football season next month, a reversal of its decision earlier this summer, CBS Sports reports. What We Know: The Big 10’s Council of Presidents and Chancellors voted Tuesday to allow the league to play its 2020 football season on the weekend of October 24th. Their decision comes just over a month after the league, in unison with the PAC-12, chose to forgo this year’s season due to coronavirus concerns. https://twitter.com/bigten/status/1306221427083939841 Teams in the league will play eight regular-season games as well as a Big…

Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva challenged the NBA star Monday in hopes of creating a better chance of finding the man who shot two Compton police deputies, Fox News reports. What We Know: The current reward for information regarding the suspect and his whereabouts currently sits at $175,000, $100,000 of which came from the county while the remaining $75,000 came from two private donors. Villanueva challenged the Lakers forward to match that amount Monday speaking on the John Phillips Show, a KABC radio program. “This challenge is to LeBron James. I want you to match that and double that…

The New Orleans Pelicans guard and former UCLA standout signed with a new agency, a decision made without the input of his outspoken father LaVar, ESPN reported Monday. What We Know: After a brief time with Creative Arts Agency and Roc Nation, Lonzo Ball has signed with Klutch Sports, making founder Rich Paul his new agent. The decision was made without the consultation of his father who, for many years, has been a major presence in his career. “I wanted to lead my career. Picking my own representation—just solely as my decision—was step one in that process. For me, it…