What We’re Reading This Week (July 12, 2013)
Social media explode over George Zimmerman trial and Kanye West's new video...
Celebrities Stand Up Against Gun Violence
By// Quassan Castro Every week, it seems gun violence is in the headlines. As a matter of fact in Chicago, where JET is headquartered, there ...
Waka Flocka Flame Plans Anti-Violence Concert
The rapper is reportedly planning a non-violence concert to tour Chicago schools.
Music Exec Talks Mentorship For At Risk Youth
Michael Blue WIlliams explains the vision behind his Guns 4 Greatness program.
Rapper Trina’s Brother Shot and Killed
The new bill will establish an online certification process for natural hair care practitioners that will allow them to work outside of their home.
Snoop Lion, MTV Launch Gun Buyback Initiative
Snoop Lion teams up with MTV and Jewelry for a Cause to help take illegal guns off of the streets.
Common Ground Foundation Inspires Chicago Youth
Hip-hop has heart as Common gives back to community...
7 Shot at Rapper’s Video Release Party in Chicago
At least seven people were injured when a shooting occurred at a video release party at a South Side Chicago nightclub, according to CBS Chicago. ...
Michelle Obama to Attend Hadiya Pendleton’s Funeral
Michelle Obama to attend funeral for Hadiya Pendleton, slain Chicago teen, Saturday.
Chicago Woman Loses 4th Child to Gun Violence
Gun violence in chicago takes the life of at least five people in one evening.
NRA Ad Targets President Obama’s Daughters
Tuesday, the National Rifle Association released a controversial issue attacking Obama's daughters.
‘Murder to Excellence’ Documentary Spotlights Chicago
Watch BET's new "Murder to Excellence: Life & Hip Hop in Chicago" documentary.
Jonathan McReynolds offers ‘Life Music’
The rising gospel star talks about growing into and being true to his calling
Crusade for America march is Saturday
By//Mariah Craddick The Michigan chapter of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH Coalition will be having its national Crusade for America Parent and Youth March this ...