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LOS ANGELES — The 96th Academy Awards ceremony will air this weekend, and some of the nominees have Hoosier connections. Leading the pack with 13 nominations – including one for Best Picture – is Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer.” The film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the “father of the atomic bomb.” Other films nominated […] The post Oscars to Air This Weekend, Some Films Have Hoosier Ties appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
MENLO PARK, CA.– Facebook and Instagram are experiencing an outage. Users attempting to log onto any of Meta’s social media sites today are seeing error messages. Other platforms impacted include Threads and Facebook Messenger. Tracking site Downdetector shows users started reporting issues around 10 a.m. eastern. The post Facebook, Instagram Down appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
WASHINGTON — Your congressman demands the president say the name of a nursing student, killed on a college campus, during this year’s State of the Union address. In a letter released Monday, Republican Congressman Jim Banks says President Joe Biden’s negligence led to the death of Laken Riley, 22, at the University of Georgia. Jose […] The post Rep. Banks Demands President Biden Say Laken Riley’s Name appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
ATLANTA, Ga. — The CDC says Americans with COVID no longer have to isolate for five days. The agency revealed new guidance for COVID and other respiratory infections Friday. But, it added that it urges those who end isolation to wear a mask and limit close contact with others. New guidelines say those with COVID […] The post CDC Announces Changes to COVID Guidelines appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
LOS ANGELES — Comedian Richard Lewis is dead at the age of 76. Lewis died yesterday at his home in Los Angeles after suffering a heart attack. Lewis revealed he had been living with Parkinson’s disease last year. He recently played a fictional version of himself on the hit series “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” https://twitter.com/jtylerconway/status/1762942230476562628 Lastly, […] The post Richard Lewis Passes Away at 76 appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
WASHINGTON — If you have been hearing the word “cryptocurrency” recently, but don’t really know what it means, you are not alone. But, one Hoosier leader says it can be a dangerous tool. Essentially, cryptocurrency – or crypto – is a form of payment that is commonly used online. Independent companies or groups keep records […] The post What Concerns Senator Mike Braun About Digital Currency appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
When you hear “Best in Black,” think of the best of who we are… in music, television and film, sports, politics and every other realm that Black culture has touched and turned up a notch! The 6th annual Urban One Honors is no different. You can expect electrifying performances, empowering speeches, and unforgettable moments! This year, […]
We are days away from the premiere of the 6th annual Urban One Honors, and trust us, it’s a show you do not want to miss! Join us for this star-studded event, as we come together with incredible pride to uplift the outstanding talent of this year’s honorees: Mary J. Blige (Entertainment Icon), Dionne Warwick […]
STATEWIDE — By now, you have likely seen companies hoping to hire more employees. Well, you may continue to notice “Help Wanted” signs, as a recent study shows that fewer Hoosiers are quitting their jobs. Research collected by SelectSoftware Reviews indicates that fewer people are leaving their positions in Indiana than in most other states. […] The post Study Shows Fewer Hoosiers Quitting Their Jobs appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Police in Kansas City are announcing murder charges in the Super Bowl parade shooting. Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker said two adults have been charged with second-degree murder and a host of gun-related charges. One person died in the shooting and 22 people were hurt. She adds the two men […] The post Two Facing Murder Charges for Kansas City Shooting appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
The 6th annual Urban One Honors is right around the corner! This year, we’re giving the Best in Black their well-deserved flowers. Grammy Award-winning songstress LeToya Luckett is back once again to host the fan-favorite Backstage Pass sponsored by Intuit TurboTax. This special segment brings you exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters. LeToya will […]
