Texas teen told to cut his dreadlocks to walk at graduation
A teen must choose between his dreadlocks and his graduation ceremony. Social activist Farugh Maat and our A+ panel weigh in.
Wendy, Taylor and the Grammys
All the way from LA, celebrity insider Dyana Williams has the scoop on Wendy Williams, Taylor Smith and the 2020 Grammys.
Grammys CEO claims she was ousted after reporting harassment
Deborah Dugan says she was forced out as Grammys CEO after complaining about sexual harassment and more. Dyana Williams has the scoop.
NYC Council votes to require stores to accept cash
A new law will prohibit NYC businesses from refusing to accept cash. Media strategist Dennis Kneale weighs in and our A+ panel is fired up.
Two teens dead after falling through ice in separate incidents
After two teens fall to their deaths on icy ponds in NJ, Monica Guy learned how their communities are coming together to help the families.
NYPD looking for trio in brawl caught on video in Brooklyn
As police look for those involved in a brawl at a Brooklyn restaurant, Nate Rodgers learned tensions have been stirring there for a while.
Jon Bon Jovi opens third community kitchen
Jon Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea, open a JBJ Soul Kitchen at Rutgers-Newark. Jane Burnett was there for the announcement.
Pets from Puerto Rico ready for adoption
A local rescue mission is saving dogs and cats impacted by the earthquakes in Puerto Rico. Monica Guy introduces you to some of them.
Express and Bed, Bath & Beyond to close stores
More retail upheaval with Express and Bed, Bath & Beyond closing stores. Retail expert Dawn DelRusso breaks it down.
Cuomo's budget includes cuts to Medicaid
Gov. Cuomo wants to cut $2.5 billion in Medicaid spending to balance the NY state budget. Our A+ panel is sharply divided.
Opening statements begin in Weinstein trial
As opening statements begin in the trial of Harvey Weinstein, Bob Bianchi tells us what he's hearing from inside the courtroom.
Surveys: Most Americans believe in soulmates
YouGov data show more than half of Americans believe in soulmates. Do you? Jane Burnett digs into the numbers.
Rutgers University names first black president
Rutgers names a new president and Monica Guy was there for the historic announcement regarding Jonathan Holloway, who is black.
11-year-old girl dead after Brooklyn house fire
An 11-year-old girl is dead after being trapped inside her Brooklyn home by a raging fire. Nate Rodgers talked to neighbors.
Recent texts have Bill and the A+ Panel saying, "Slow down!"
Have you ever texted the wrong person? See what happened when Bill accidentally texted personal info to a local politician, and hear how she reacted!
Hundreds of Newark residents get free smoke alarms
The Red Cross, Urban League, and fire officials head to homes in Newark to distribute free smoke alarms. The community outreach was organized to promote fire safety connected to Martin Luther King Day events.
Autistic teen surprised with Super Bowl tickets
An autistic NJ teen gets a giant surprise thanks to the NFL and an autism awareness group. Monica Guy was there for the big moment.
Schomburg Center's 8th annual Black Comic Book Festival underway
The 8th annual Black Comic Book Festival is underway in Harlem. Nate Rodgers takes you there.
Cadet tries and fails to have former porn star attend academy event
A West Point cadet set up a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for a former porn star to be his date. Our A+ panel weighs in.
Meghan & Harry, Wendy & Joaquin and more
Celebrity insider Dyana Williams has the scoop on Meghan and Harry, Wendy and Joaquin and the Super Bowl anthem.