2014 is the year of the jumpsuit. Enjoy some popular designer’s takes on this smoking hot trend.
In honor of Throwback Thursday (#TBT), we are going back about a month to the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference 2014 that was held in the Nation’s Capital. April Watts talked with Pastor Jamal Bryant about economic empowerment and how blacks can move beyond conversation to actual implementation.
During a job interview for a luxury department store, I once said, “I’d be perfectly happy if I could walk down the street buck naked with a handbag and a mean pair of shoes.” I couldn’t believe that came out of my mouth. The interviewer couldn’t either but, but I got the job! Ha! It’s […]
Straightening my smile has been a goal of mine for some time now. I love how God made me but if I could improve anything about myself it would be straightening and whitening my teeth. I can’t entrust my smile to just anyone and I finally found the right partnership with Laurel Lakes Cosmetic Dentistry–an […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The rich and famous are not unscathed by this problem. Here are 15 celebrities that were victims of domestic abuse. If you, or someone you know, are being abused, contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Men are not always the administers of domestic abuse. Much more than talked about, men find themselves on the receiving end of domestic violence. Here are some famous male victims that may surprise you. If you or someone you know is being abused contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline. […]
I recently covered the red carpet for Concert For A Cause, a benefit concert featuring Traci Braxton, Erica Campbell, and SWV; sponsored by WeTV and the NAACP. I was unsure of the dress code and didn’t want to be out of place. When in doubt, MASH IT UP! I decided to go “Rocker Chic” by pairing […]
April Watts caught up with author and financial expert Harrine Freeman at the Congressional Black Caucus 44th Annual Legislative Conference at the Washington Convention Center. Watch the ladies discuss Harrine’s book, How To Get Out Of Debt: Get An “A” Credit Rating For Free. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps was busted for driving under the influence, early this morning, in Baltimore. According to reports, Phelps was going 84 in a 45 miles per hour zone. This is his second DUI; the first was when he was 19. Phelps has also been photographed smoking marijuana. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
When asked her opinion of the Beyonce’ brand of feminism, legendary singer/songwriter/political activist, Annie Lennox threw a little shade in Queen Bey’s direction. After praising Beyonce as an artist and performer, Annie referred to her as “feminist lite.” Lennox went on to critique pop stars for “taking the word [feminism] hostage and using it to promote […]
April Watts talks with Congresswoman Barbara Lee (Northern California) at the Congressional Black Caucus 44th Annual Legislative Conference. Watch the video to find out what the Congresswoman thinks is the single most pressing issue confronting African Americans in 2014. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
April Watts talks with Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (3rd District of Ohio) at the Congressional Black Caucus 44th Annual Legislative Conference. Watch the video to find out what the Congresswoman thinks is the single most pressing issue confronting African Americans in 2014. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter