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(BPRW) Spelman College Welcomes Alumna LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Samuel L. Jackson for Dedication of Renovated Performing Arts Center and Mural Unveiling | Press releases

(BPRW) Spelman College Welcomes Alumna LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Samuel L. Jackson for Dedication of Renovated Performing Arts Center and Mural Unveiling (Black PR Wire) ATLANTA – Homecoming at Spelman College was a star-studded affair as the College celebrated the official opening of the newly-renovated LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Samuel L. Jackson Performing Arts Center on […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Nabs First Olympic Medal With Silver In 100m As Julien Alfred Wins Gold, Giving St. Lucia Its First-Ever Medal

The Stade de France was packed with fans cheering for Richardson, but 23-year-old Julien Alfred won the 100-meter title in 10.72 seconds, marking the largest margin in women’s Olympic 100 meters since 2008, when Jamaican star Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce won by .20. Notably, the 27-year-old and her team were absent from the relay this year, CBS […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Calls Out ESPYs Over Invite Snub, Advocates For Fair Pay For Athletes

Richardson believes track-and-field athletes don’t receive the same treatments as her peers in other disciplines. “Track&Field is not like other sports especially in America,” she tweeted. “The NBA, NFL have organizations to HELP their athletes, not exploit them. Y’all have no idea how many track athletes that don’t even have a base salary, there are […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Shines With Biggest Win Of 2023: ‘I’m Not Back, I’m Better’

Richardson also broke the meet record held by her late compatriot Tori Bowie, the 32-year-old Mississippi native who died last week. “I’m so blessed and thankful, I feel at peace,” Richardson told reporters after the race, according to the Diamond League. “I found my peace back on the track, and I’m not letting anything or […]

Black history was missing from archives. Let's change that. | Julieanna L. Richardson | TEDxMileHigh

Have you ever heard of Alonzo Pettie, the oldest living Black cowboy? Or The Golden Thirteen, the nation’s first Black Naval officers? What about all-Black towns like Mt. Bayou, Blackdom, and Allensworth? The legacy of Black life in the United States has profoundly shaped the country, but too often, we’ve failed to document and preserve […]

Track star Sha’Carri Richardson wonders why she was treated differently after Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva gets to compete after a failed drug test

Track star Sha’Carri Richardson wonders why she was treated differently after Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva gets to compete after a failed drug test Track star Sha’Carri Richardson missed the last Olympics after testing positive for marijuana, now she’s calling on what she thinks is racial bias in drug testing in sports. It was recently […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Responds To Critics Who Disagree with the Content She Puts On Social Media: ‘I’m Black Before I Am an Athlete’:

Track star Sha’Carri Richardson is known for her skills on the track and being outspoken personality. On Nov. 20 in a social media post she addressed critics who take offense to her social media posts. The 21-year-old was clear made it clear that she’s a Black woman first and athlete second. These comments come after […]

Sha’Carri Richardson To Return To The Track In Oregon Competition

As Blavity previously reported, Richardson appeared to be on her way to the Olympics after winning the 100-meter race at the U.S. Olympic trials in June. But her dream was crushed when she tested positive for cannabis. The track star is now eager to get back to winning. “Sha’Carri is focused on running a good race since she […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Congratulates Jamaican Runners Who Swept Olympic 100-Meter Race

Elaine Thompson-Herah led the sweep for Jamaica with a record-breaking performance while Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce won silver, NBC reported. Shericka Jackson took bronze for her country. Richardson was on her way to the Olympics after winning the 100-meter race at the U.S. Olympic trials in June. But the positive drug test derailed her plans. The 21-year-old said she had […]

Week In Photos: Kanye West Debuts New Project, Lil Nas X Drops New Video, Sha’Carri Richardson Stars In Ad

Several high-profile figures celebrated important milestones in their careers this week while others provided new gifts to their fans. NBA superstar LeBron James reached his milestone this week when he became first NBA player to acquire $1 billion in career earnings while still active. James’ latest achievement comes after a successful debut of his movie, Space Jam: […]