Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘Euphoria’ Star, Dies at 53 After Battle with ALS
Veteran actor Eric Dane, beloved by fans around the world for his charismatic roles in television and film, has died at the age of 53 following a courageous battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) — also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. His death was confirmed by his family on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Dane’s family released a statement saying, “With heavy hearts, we…
Honoring Dr. Charles R. Drew on Black History Month
On this 19th day of Black History Month, we proudly celebrate Dr. Charles R. Drew — a pioneering surgeon, visionary medical researcher, and humanitarian whose work transformed modern medicine. Dr. Drew revolutionized the way blood plasma is processed, preserved, and stored, making transfusions safer, more efficient, and widely accessible. His innovations laid the foundation for modern…
Jacksonville Rapper Lil Poppa Dies at 25
Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa, born Janarious Mykel Wheeler, has died at the age of 25. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that an autopsy was conducted on Thursday (Feb. 19), one day after Poppa was pronounced dead shortly after 11 a.m. in Fulton County, Georgia. His death was ruled a suicide. Poppa first gained…
Black History Month Headlines: Alice H. Parker
This Black History Month, we spotlight Alice H. Parker, an African American inventor from New Jersey whose groundbreaking 1919 patent helped reshape the future of indoor heating. While hers was not the first furnace ever created, Parker’s invention marked one of the earliest gas-powered central heating systems — a bold step away from inefficient fireplaces…
Georgia Teacher Killed in Crash During ICE-Related Pursuit Identified as Dr. Linda Davis
The Savannah community is mourning the loss of Linda Davis, a beloved special education teacher who was killed in a multi-vehicle crash Monday morning during what authorities say began as a federal immigration-related traffic stop. According to the Chatham County Police Department, officers responded around 7:45 a.m. to a collision at Whitefield Avenue and Truman Parkway in Savannah….
39-Year-Old Mother of Four Found Dead in Brooklyn Trash Compactor; Police Say It Appears to Be a Tragic Accident
Investigators believe a 39-year-old mother of four died in a tragic accident after falling into a trash compactor at a Brooklyn housing complex earlier this month, police said Friday. Michelle Montgomery, who lived with her partner and their four children, was discovered Feb. 1 inside a trash compactor area at the Borinquen Plaza public housing complex in…
We Pay Respect to John Albert Burr
Today, we honor the life and legacy of John Albert Burr (1848–1926), an African American inventor whose innovation helped shape the modern lawn mower and transform everyday lawn care. Born in Maryland to formerly enslaved parents, John T. and Anna Wanger Burr, young Burr came of age during the Civil War era. As a teenager,…
The Young and the Restless: Shemar Moore & Vivica A. Fox Return for Multi-Episode Event
After nearly three decades, daytime television fans are celebrating a long-awaited reunion. Shemar Moore and Vivica A. Fox are returning to The Young and the Restless, reprising their iconic roles as Malcolm Winters and Dr. Stephanie Simmons in a special multi-episode arc set to air in April. The actors began filming on February 17, and…
Civil Rights Icon Reverend Jesse Jackson Dies at 84
The United States has lost one of its most influential civil rights leaders. Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure in the struggle for racial justice, economic equality and political empowerment, died Tuesday at the age of 84. His family said he passed away peacefully at home in Chicago, surrounded by loved ones. Jackson’s death marks…
Robert Duvall, Oscar-Winning Screen Legend, Dies at 95
Robert Duvall, one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile actors whose career spanned more than seven decades, died on Sunday, February 15, at the age of 95. His wife, Luciana Duvall, announced the news on social media, saying he passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort. “To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning…
