Formerly known as Concrete Rose Capital, Westbound Equity Partners aims to inject millions into Black, Latino, and diversity-driven startups. Co-founder Sean Mendy emphasizes the importance of creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem and providing early-stage entrepreneurs with the resources they need to thrive. “This fund is about investing in the best companies and performance. On […]
NBA legends Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, and Dwyane Wade, alongside their philanthropic endeavour, the Social Change Fund United (SCFU), have announced a significant investment of $230,000 into two initiatives aimed at uplifting the Black community. This strategic move by the trio, who are not only renowned NBA athletes but also committed philanthropists and entrepreneurs, highlights […]
Many refer to OJ Simpson as a monster for the death of his best friend Ron Goldman and ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson. His involvement in the infamous ‘Trial of the Century’ and the dramatic police chase that ensued brought his tumultuous life to the forefront of global attention. His trial — and shocking acquittal — […]
Former NBA guard Ben McLemore finds himself in legal turmoil after being apprehended by U.S. Marshals on Tuesday in Oregon. McLemore, 31, faces serious sex crime charges related to allegations of sexual assault against a woman back in 2021 during his stint with the Portland Trail Blazers. The arrest occurred at the Portland International Airport, […]
Six former law enforcement officers from Mississippi, part of a goon squad, were sentenced in state court on Wednesday to 15 to 45 years behind bars for the prolonged abuse of two black men. These sentences will be served concurrently with their federal sentences, which were issued last month and range from 10 to 40 […]
