George E. Johnson, the pioneering Black hair care entrepreneur who created Ultra Sheen and Afro Sheen, has died

Happy 57th birthday to the legendary Cree Summer.

My prayers are with this family. I hope they get answers and justice.

Went to REI to get a travel pillow. Glanced at some sleeping bags and tents. Camping is not cheap. Geez.

“This was good trouble.” Rep. Joyce Beatty successfully sued President Trump and forced the removal of his name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Ohio Democrat said she took on the fight because her ties to the venue — and to the Kennedy family — run deep. nyti.ms/4pcULxi

Mother Nature understood the assignment.

In case you're wondering.....

PASTOR LORAN LIVINGSTON (@CentralChurchNC): “There has never been a Christian nation, and never will be. You don’t live in one now. A Christian nation wouldn’t have killed and displaced 20 million Native Americans, or thought owning slaves was pleasing to God.”

The Obama White House July 4, 2014🇺🇸 #Pinks

July 5, 1975: Arthur Ashe becomes the first Black man to win the Wimbledon singles title.

Jerks are lighting fireworks in the center lane on 162nd.

The security guard at the door:

Some videos speak for themselves

Trump supporters having to seek shelter in the African-American museum. Too perfect.

I finally met my sister in law.

I remember when my Papa or one of the uncles would get up early on the 4th to get a nice spot at the park and take the grill. Everyone else would show up around 11 with the sides. I used to get a new outfit for the 4th. Not sure why.

may the guy in front have the day he deserves

this is why cult member is appropriate for many of his supporters.

Seen these during my walk around the neighborhood.

Half of the Declaration of Independence is a list of 27 specific grievances lodged against King George III and his regime. 250 years later, many of these grievances apply to the reign of Trump.

Just a reminder that patriotism isn't holding a bible and wrapping yourself in the flag while you violate the Constitution and plunder the country. Happy 4th of July, stay cool and safe!!

America’s Independence Day Parade in downtown DC (July 4, 10:30AM) has been CANCELED by organizers due to Extreme Heat Warning. Heat index 110-115F. #Climate

The right-wing attack on birthright citizenship is not just about birthright citizenship itself. As MAGA’s reaction to the Supreme Court ruling proves, it is part of their opposition to a broader ideal, that “All men are created equal.” www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...

Happy 30th anniversary to Independence Day

Michael Jackson released "Human Nature" as the fifth single from 'Thriller' 43 years ago on July 3, 1983 | Listen to the album + revisit our tribute here: album.ink/MJThriller

Gift link: share.inquirer.com/FIciXk

It's interesting how everything people used to proudly call "public" when I was growing up (public parks, public libraries, public schools, public transportation, public television, etc) is suddenly "socialist" now that rich people are spinning it.

NASHVILLE: “Market Street! Shame on you!” A protest against the Nashville Zoo data center at Market Street Enterprises www.instagram.com/reel/DaTlu50...

Listen. I spent more than a decade as a theatrical technician, rigging stages, hanging lights, flying scenery, etc. The number of times I have dropped anything on a stage with performers on it is zero. The number of times I’ve dropped something that might’ve killed someone is zero. This is major.

It’s my birthday month. Taking advantage of all the birthday deals emailed to me.

Zohran Mamdani will deliver a speech celebrating America's 250th birthday on July 3 at 10 a.m., just hours before Trump's own remarks.

"Worst of the worst." https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/30/ice-nun-detained-released-texas

Yet again, our Polar Bear draws a crowd that eclipses the America 250 crowd. #WeLoveThePolarBear

🗣You're on my mind & I wish you a peaceful journey... I love The Jacksons sample (This Place Hotel/Heartbreak Hotel) 🔥🔥🔥😍

The city of San Marcos has become the first city in Texas to effectively ban new data centers. The City Council voted 4-3 to make data centers ineligible for any part of the city in its zoning laws.

Crime is down in NYC, and this sounds like a threat.

Bought some sleep butter from a vendor at Good in the Hood yesterday. Used it last night. Took a minute to kick in. Felt this heaviness of sleep and I was sleep soon after. And I slept past 6am which is a win.

Facts. Saw McNair play Grambling in ‘94. We won but he was a one man wrecking crew.

JA Morant to the Blazers. Interesting.

There was more people at the wedding I photographed earlier than this fair.

Ford has rehired hundreds of senior engineers after replacing them with AI backfired and has cost the company billions of dollars. AI adoption is blamed for Ford being the most recalled automaker in the U.S. with 51 recalls covering over 11 million vehicles in the first half of 2026 alone.

A bad DJ will ruin a reception.

Portland’s weather is a hater. Shot a wedding today. Scattered showers and I sweated out my hair being out in the rain.

JD Vance made up a horrific and racist lie about a group of people, and now those people will be deported because the Supreme Court refuses to acknowledge, let along regard as disqualifying, the clear racial bias of this administration.

Phonte doing a live slow jam vinyl set on twitch. Playing the deep cuts.

Shooting a wedding on Saturday and rain is in the forecast. 🙄 Lots of outdoor events scheduled this weekend too.

BREAKING: Alligator Alcatraz has officially closed. A lot of outlets won’t report on this, but the Miccosukee Tribe played a key role in the fight.

Trump’s obsession to suppress mail-in voting just got smacked down by a judge. So I gotta ask: do these odds look low to anyone else? 📌 Polymarket has a Democratic sweep at 43%. I think the odds are much higher.