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Senate confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court

The Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on Thursday, shattering a historic barrier by securing her place as the first Black female justice.

Reactions to Mayor Scott's State of the City Address

Mayor Scott discussed the state of Baltimore, touted his administration's record, future plans, and the efforts being made to build a better and safer Baltimore. - Marilyn Mosby trial officially postponed until September. - Is the Safe Streets program working in Baltimore? - Obama joins Biden at White House for first time since 2017

Ketanji Brown Jackson confirmation vote is ‘making history’

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is expected to be confirmed as the first Black woman Supreme Court justice this week, after a bipartisan group of senators voted on Monday to advance her nomination.

Will Smith Backlash & LGBTQ discussion in school

The fallout is now set to impact the movie studios that already had Smith projects in the works, and could cost some huge box office takes and critics of Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' law say it will damage LGBTQ students, parents and teachers. What is too much to discuss in school?

Will Smith Resigns from Academy Following Oscars Incident

Will Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for his onstage altercation with Chris Rock at Sunday’s Academy Awards ceremony. The move comes after Smith won his first Oscar for his performance in “King Richard.”

Mosby wants postponement & the Oscars lie on Will Smith

Why the Oscars lied on Will Smith; Marilyn Mosby asks to postpone trial until September; Gov. Hogan endorses Thiru Vignarajah for Baltimore City State's Attorney and Maryland congressional district map hearings continue.

Protecting Your Family, Where's the Line

The fallout continues from the Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Rock Oscars drama. Handling pressure, crossing the line and consequences.

Judge Jackson Survives a Final Bruising Day of Questions

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson emerged from two grueling days of testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee having weathered escalating GOP attacks on her record but leaving Democrats confident that she would become the first Black woman on the Supreme Court.

Madeleine Albright former US secretary of state dies at 84

Madeleine Albright, who fled the Nazis as a child in her native Czechoslovakia during World War Two then rose to become the first female U.S. secretary of state and, in her later years, a pop culture feminist icon, died on Wednesday at the age of 84. 

Will GOP appeal to black voters work?

Republicans are stepping up their recruitment of Black candidates in an effort to make inroads with Black voters ahead of November's midterm elections.

Kanye vs Kim, Baby Momma Drama, Moving in 2022

Sweet Tee and Diamond K talk: Kanye West continuing his public meltdown over Kim Kardashian and the kids, How to handle baby momma drama and the difficulties of moving in 2022.

Baltimore City State's Attorney Mosby launches interactive crime data dashboard

Baltimore City State's Attorney Mosby launches interactive crime data dashboard

Russia keeps up attacks in Ukraine as two sides hold talks

Russia and Ukraine kept a fragile diplomatic path open with a new round of talks Monday even as Moscow’s forces pounded away at Kyiv and other cities across the country in a punishing bombardment that the Red Cross said has created “nothing short of a nightmare” for civilians.

Former Pro Wrestler Scott Hall to Be Taken Off Life Support

Scott Hall aka Razor Ramon will be taken off life support as soon as his family is in place according to nWo teammate Kevin Nash.

Remembering The Notorious B.I.G.

Christopher Wallace is arguably one of the greatest rappers of all time. It's been 25 years since Notorious B.I.G. was killed. Diamond K and DJ Concrete reflect on one of the best to ever do it!

Jussie Smollett Sentenced - Judge Hands Down Jail Time

Diamond K talks about the sentencing of disgraced actor Jussie Smollett, 39. The former 'Empire' star Jussie Smollett, 39, was sentenced to 150 days in the county jail, fined 20K, must pay $120K in restitution and 30 months probation for faking a hate crime attack.

Russia may use WNBA's Brittney Griner as a pawn

The mystery surrounding Brittney Griner's detainment in Russia has come to symbolize the growing tensions between the US and Russia during Russia's continued invasion of Ukraine.

Why are gas prices rising so quickly

Soaring US gas prices are likely to get even worse. US drivers are already paying steep prices at the pump with inflation at a four-decade high.

Russian war in Ukraine threatens food supply

Russian tanks and missiles besieging Ukraine are threatening the food supply and livelihoods of people in Europe, Africa and Asia who rely on the vast, fertile farmlands of the Black Sea region - known as the "breadbasket of the world."

Jan. 6 panel sees evidence of Trump ‘criminal conspiracy’

Trump and his associates engaged in a “criminal conspiracy” to prevent Congress from certifying Democrat Joe Biden’s victory in the Electoral College, the House committee said in a court filing.

Reactions to President Bidens State of the Union

Addressing a concerned nation and anxious world, President Joe Biden vowed in his first State of the Union address Tuesday night to check Russian aggression in Ukraine, tame soaring U.S. inflation and deal with the fading but still dangerous coronavirus.

Roya Hanna wants Marilyn Mosby's job

Diamond K interviews former prosecutor Roya Hanna who is a candidate for the Baltimore City State's Attorney Office a position currently held by Marilyn Mosby.

2022 Texas Primary Election Voter Guide

The Texas primary marks the first midterm primary election of any U.S. state in 2022. Diamond K talks about the primary elections on this On Fire Television broadcast.

Russia invades Ukraine on many fronts in ‘brutal act of war’

Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, unleashing airstrikes on cities and military bases and sending in troops and tanks from three sides in an attack that could rewrite the global post-Cold War security order.

Reactions to Kanye West Donda 2 live event

Diamond K reviews Kanye West's - The “Donda Experience Performance” which featured live appearances from Pusha-T, Migos, Jack Harlow, Playboi Carti, Alicia Keys, and Marilyn Manson.

Arbery killers convicted of federal hate crimes in his death

The three white men convicted of murder in Ahmaud Arbery’s shooting were found guilty of federal hate crimes Tuesday in a verdict that affirmed he was chased down and killed because he was Black.

The problem with Kanye's toxic behavior

Diamond K talks about Kanye West's recent behavior toward his estranged-wife and her new boyfriend Pete Davidson.

VERZUZ Reaction: Anthony Hamilton vs Musiq Soulchild

Diamond K reacts to Anthony Hamilton vs Musiq Soulchild Valentine's Day VERZUZ Special from The Avalon in LA.

Five takeaways on the Canadian trucker protests

Diamond K talks about the two weeks of protests in Canada’s capital over a cross-border vaccine mandate requiring truckers to be vaccinated upon crossing and how American conservatives are joining the foolish movement.

Is it too soon to end mask mandates

Diamond K talks about statewide mask mandates disappearing and the pressure that is now on the Biden administration and the CDC.

Joe Rogan apologizes for using N-word on podcast

Spotify and Joe Rogan are on some serious damage control after a compilation video went viral of Rogan saying the N-word in past podcasts. Rogan used the racial slur 24 times in the 23 resurfaced clips in episodes recorded years ago, well before his deal with Spotify.

Should Whoopi Goldberg have been suspended over Holocaust remarks?

Whoopi Goldberg has been suspended from The View for two weeks over her Monday remarks about the Holocaust, and most of her co-hosts are furious with the network.

Biden to name Black Woman to Supreme Court

President Joe Biden is expected to name the first Black woman to the Supreme Court in replacement of Justice Stephen Breyer, who is set to end his term in June.

US orders 8,500 troops on alert amid Russian tension

The Pentagon said about 8,500 U.S.-based troops are being put on alert for possible deployment — not to Ukraine but to NATO territory in Eastern Europe in an attempt to deter any wider Putin aggression

Larry Hogan Made Millions While Gov. of Maryland

Maryland's Larry Hogan Made More Money As Gov. Than Anyone In State History!

Biden & Harris Year 1 - Can They Get On Track?

Diamond K unpacks the biggest achievements and greatest obstacles the Biden administration has faced on the anniversary of the inauguration.

Mosby Targeted After Challenging The Establishment

Why they are coming for Marilyn Mosby? Hogan Made More Money As Gov. Than Anyone In State History! The Senate debate in fight to end voting bill filibuster and Airlines cancel some flights after reduced 5G rollout in US.

Marilyn Mosby maintains innocence, will fight "bogus charges"

State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby addresses bogus charges: "I did nothing wrong. I did not defraud anyone to take my money from my retirement savings and I did not lie on any mortgage application." 

Supreme Court halts COVID-19 vaccine rule for US businesses

Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate for large businesses, allows it for health care workers

RIP: R&B Legend James MTume (1946-2022)

Mtume is most notable for his 1983 song, “Juicy Fruit,” which was sampled by The Notorious B.I.G. for his first official single, “Juicy” in 1994.

Sidney Poitier, groundbreaking actor, dead at 94

Sidney Poitier, one of the last stars from Hollywood’s Golden Age whose barrier-breaking career spanned more than seven decades, has died. He was 94.

Antonio Brown’s mental health is no joke

Antonio Brown had a mental breakdown during the game. While the reason for Brown's premature exit is not apparent, FOX Sports' Jay Glazer reported that Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians had asked the receiver to go into the game and Brown refused.

2021 ends as Chicago’s deadliest year in a quarter century

2021 ended as one of the most violent on record in Chicago, as a rise in the number of shootings left more people dead than in any single year in a quarter century, according to statistics released by the police department on Saturday.

Atlanta Public Schools is switching to online-only classes next week

Atlanta Public Schools announced Saturday that it will conduct classes remotely next week due the the surge of coronavirus cases in the metro area.

Ravens host Rams on Sunday, possibly without QB Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens will battle the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, potentially without quarterback Lamar Jackson in a game that could determine whether the Ravens advance to the playoffs.

Baltimore reports its first and second homicides of 2022

The #Baltimore City Police Department released details on the first and second homicides of the new year.

COVID Disrupts Holiday Travel & VP Harris Claps Back

COVID-19 Variant Disrupts Holiday Travel but not Shopping. Despite supply issues and omicron, holiday sales rise 8.5% New COVID-19 pills come with a catch. RIP to South African icon Bishop Desmond Tutu. Baltimore police officer shot in ambush dies. VP Harris: ‘We must fight for the Integrity of our democracy’ VP Harris frustrated with Charlamagne tha God

Kim Potter found guilty of manslaughter in Daunte Wright death

Former officer #KimPotter was found guilty of first-degree and second-degree manslaughter. Potter, 49, faces about seven years in prison on the most serious count under the state’s sentencing guidelines, but prosecutors said they would seek a longer term.

More than 20 shot in Baltimore over the weekend

Baltimore police are searching for suspects and clues in a series of shootings this weekend in Baltimore that sent more than 20 people to the hospital with gunshot wounds.