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Louis Farrakhan recently called Rihanna “filthy” while giving a speech, as well as insulted her fans. She wasted no time taking to her Twitter account to respond. This past weekend, while at the annual Saviours’ Day convention at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, the minister and leader of Chicago’s Nation of Islam, “criticized the sexually […]

The official cast for season 12 of “Dancing With The Stars” has been revealed. Wendy Williams has already been announced, but newly-named contestants include Lil’ Romeo, Sugar Ray Leonard, and E! star Kendra Wilkinson. Romeo, now 21, was originally cast in the second season of the reality competition, but was forced to drop out due […]

You’ve got questions? He’s got answers! Need advice? Send your questions to Terrance: girlworkonyou@aol.com Dear Gay Best Friend, I have been seeing this young guy, he’s 29- years old and I’m 37-years old, for about 15 months and he’s the ass I know.  I have dedicated almost all of my time to him only to […]

Da Brat has been released from prison yesterday after serving 3 years. Brat was convicted for assault after an altercation with a woman where she hit the woman in the face with a bottle. The rapper was put on a short work-release program last May and video footage of JD’s protege in the studio was […]

Pregnant mother-to-be Tia Mowry and her twin sister Tamera Mowry recently dropped some hints as to what Tia and husband Cory Hardict’s baby’s name will be. The YBF caught up with the ladies at Essence’s Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon and here’s what they had to say: Tamera: I found out one of the names. […]

Christina Aguilera was arrested early this morning in West Hollywood for public intoxication. Her new boyfriend Matthew Rutler was also arrested for driving under the influence, according to TMZ. Law enforcement sources say Aguilera, listed at 5’2″ and 100 pounds, appeared to be “extremely intoxicated” and was “unable to take care of herself.” Get more […]

(Washington, DC)  —  Women’s History Month kicks off today with a conference in Washington, DC on the impact of First Ladies.  The seminar will include talks from the former chiefs of staff to Michelle Obama, Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton.  Historians, authors and journalists will round out panel discussions on the role and influence of the […]

(Washington, DC)  —   A report calls for an oversight hearing regarding vehicles for DC officials. Councilmember Tommy Wells’ report comes after the Lincoln Navigator “flap.”  Council Chair Kwame Brown says he’s returning his fully-loaded SUV.  But Wells says it was inappropriate for Brown to have asked for it in the first place and that officials, in getting […]

(Annapolis, MD)  — A House committee is expected to approve a bill legalizing same-sex marriage in Maryland later today .  The House Judiciary Committee has been discussing the bill since Friday.  It’s expected to pass there, and go on to the full House of Delegates, where the final vote is expected to be tight.  That vote could […]

The Washington Washington Football Team announced today that they have released running back Clinton Portis. In his seven seasons (2004-10) with the Washington Football Team, Portis played in 84 games with 83 starts. He ranks second in franchise history in rushing yards (6,824), rushing attempts (1,667) and rushing touchdowns (46). “Clinton provided excitement from the […]

Angela Simmons is reportedly developing her own clothing line. She is receiving the help of designer/stylist Juan Vargas, who has labeled her his “muse.” She’s also been wearing his creations on the red carpet a lot lately. Her line, named Angela Renee, is said to be inspired by her thoughts and ideas, and is set […]

VIA NOAA National Weather Service HE NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR PORTIONS OF DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MARYLAND WESTERN AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA SOUTHEAST WEST VIRGINIA COASTAL WATERS EFFECTIVE THIS MONDAY MORNING AND AFTERNOON FROM 900 AM UNTIL 400 PM EST. TORNADOES…HAIL TO 0.5 INCH IN DIAMETER…THUNDERSTORM WIND GUSTS TO 70 MPH…AND […]