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Monica and her baller boyfriend Shannon Brown are engaged. Shannon popped the question with a ten-karat diamond. Monica was spotted at the “Black Girls Rock” awards/concert rocking this stunning piece of jewelry, and before the night was over, she confirmed her engagement.
Radio One Atlanta was at the Richard B. Russell Federal Courthouse today where T.I. was sentenced to 11 months in prison for violating his parole as a result of his drug arrest in L.A. "I screwed up," said the ATL rapper.
Prince announced the “Welcome 2 America” tour at a press conference at New York City’s famed Apollo Theater. Prince will be joined on the multi-city tour of the U.S. with Sheila E, Atlanta's own Janelle Monae, Esperanza Spalding, Cassandra Wilson, Mint Condition, Maceo Parker and Larry Graham & Graham Central Station.
Tyler Perry is canceling some dates of the “encore leg” of his "Madea's Big Happy Family" tour due to fatigue. A source traveling with the show said the large production is being pulled off the road after several performances this weekend in the New York City area.
The Sweet Auburn Festival was held this past weekend and Radio One Atlanta was broadcasting live from the historic neighborhood! Mayor Kasim Reed even joined our jocks for the fun! Check out the photos here!
Tyler Perry took to his official website to write a message to his fans regarding his film adaptation of "For Colored Girls." He's aware that there are non-believers - people that think he shouldn't have touched the original play - but despite them, he's got news that's worth celebrating.
Listen to what President Barack Obama had to say this morning on the "Steve Harvey Morning Show!" And remember to get out and VOTE!!!
Kelly Rowland was in Atlanta for an ASCAP event last night (October 12). The former Destiny’s Child star and talented solo recording artist wore a clean and chic all black dress to the event.
Mathew and Tina Knowles were spotted together at an Atlanta area Walmart promoting Tina's new clothing line 'Miss Tina'. Sources say that the couple are headed towards a reconciliation.
Last night was an extremely emotional one in the city of Atlanta, as the San Francisco Giants eliminated the undermanned Atlanta Braves to win the NLDS three games to one. But where the emotions really poured out was the Braves not seeing their long time skipper, Bobby Cox, standing on those dugout steps for another 162 game season.
Boris Kodjoe, star of the new NBC spy series "Undercovers," is facing tax liens. According to the Detroit News, the IRS claims the Atlanta-based actor owes more than $230,000 in delinquent federal taxes.
