Shaq Reveals Reebok May Be In Talks With Stephen Curry
'I think our people are having conversations with his people.'
One of the burning questions in the NBA these days is which footwear company will Golden State Warriors shooting guard, Stephen Curry, partner with now that is has separated from Under Armour (UA). Reebok’s Shaquille O’Neal let the cat out of the bag by revealing that he thinks there may have been “conversations” with Curry’s representatives.
The former Los Angeles Lakers center, in a recent conversation, fueled speculation that Curry could be heading to Reebok, where Shaq serves as President of Reebok Basketball. The conversation came up when Shaq was asked about his thoughts on Curry recently wearing a pair of Reebok Shaqnosis in a game against one of Shaq’s former teams, the Orlando Magic.
This is when Shaq revealed the tidbit.
“I think our people are having conversations with his people,” O’Neal stated in response to the question, while looking apprehensive. He then said, “I think.”
He then responded to the initial question, “It was a big moment for me and a big moment for the brand. It puts everyone in a ‘What’s he going to do?’ phase.”
Yet Curry has also been seen in Nikes in recent games.
On Nov. 14, Curry was wearing a pair of Nike “Mambacita” Kobe 6s during pregame warmups when the Warriors faced the San Antonio Spurs. He was also seen wearing a pair of Nike Air Penny 2s (Former Orlando Magic Penny Hardaway’s signature sneakers) as he warmed up at the Kia Center before playing the Magic, the same night he wore the Reebok Shaqnosis.
Although the partnership with UA is over, the last Curry Brand shoe under the collaboration is scheduled for release next year. The Curry 13 will debut in February 2026.
Curry signed with Under Armour after serving as a Nike spokesperson for four years. After a 12-year relationship, the parties agreed to part ways in early November.
Stillman College Lands $1M To Guarantee Campus Strength For Future Generations
As the institution approaches its 150th anniversary, Stillman joins a select group of HBCUs receiving rare financial support to modernize infrastructure, stabilize long-term planning, and preserve its historic legacy.
Stillman College will mark its 150th year with a significant investment in its future after being awarded up to $1.04 million through a new national financing initiative aimed at addressing long-standing inequities in higher education. The Tuscaloosa HBCU is one of only 11 institutions selected for the inaugural HBCU Brilliance Initiative, a program that offers targeted grants, access to low-interest capital, and expert financial guidance.
Stillman President Dr. Yolanda Page said the funding arrives at a pivotal moment as the school prepares for its Sesquicentennial and works to stabilize its long-term fiscal footing. She compared the effort to laying a foundation that would endure far beyond the current administration.
“It’s like building a house,” Page said. “When the original owner builds a house, they want to make sure they’re building it on a very firm foundation… That’s what I want to establish at Stillman.”
According to AL, the Brilliance Initiative is overseen by the Reinvestment Fund, a financial institution focused on community development in historically underserved areas. Its leaders note that HBCUs — particularly private ones — have traditionally received far less support than predominantly white institutions. A 2023 federal analysis found a $12.6 billion gap in state and federal support between HBCUs and their better-funded counterparts. Alabama itself was cited for owing more than a billion dollars to Alabama A&M University due to decades of underfunding.
Private donors and philanthropic leaders have recently stepped in to ease those disparities, with figures such as MacKenzie Scott contributing hundreds of millions of dollars to Black colleges nationwide. Stillman, however, is the only Alabama HBCU selected for the Brilliance Initiative’s first cohort.
The funding package includes a $40,000 grant and up to $1 million in low-interest financing. Page said the upfront grant will help fund assessments and planning, while the larger financing pool will support major infrastructure improvements across campus. Stillman College plans to evaluate the condition of its 39 campus buildings, align future construction with its long-term master plan, and implement new budget-modeling tools.
Page stressed that the price of modernizing old structures can rise quickly. She noted that some buildings constructed before the 1970s require asbestos abatement, which can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. “[That’s] million dollars even when I’m thinking about HVAC modernization,” she said, adding that some systems are “from the 1920s or 1930s.”
Another primary goal is to digitize critical architectural documents and records. Page recalled that the college had to track down former employees to obtain blueprints for a recent project. “There has to be a better way to do this,” she said, emphasizing that digital archives will prevent those delays in the future.
Despite the costs, Page said the investment is essential for creating a strong learning environment and strengthening Stillman’s mission. “That Black legacy is important,” she said. “A lot of that legacy… is about being financially secure.”
NYC’s Fresh Food Revolution: How To Get Free, Healthy Groceries From A Vending Machine
The machine provides access to fresh, local foods whenever residents need it.
New Yorkers in need of nourishment can stop by this neighborhood vending machine for fresh, free grocery items.
The free vending machine, with its first location installed in The Bronx, supplies local families with healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, and meats. It takes on the classic vending-machine look to offer users nutritious options instead of the typical candy bars and soda cans.
@changefoodforgood Meet NYC’s first free food vending machine! 🫶🏽 …(Or at least the first one for public consumption 😅) A couple of weeks ago, we introduced our newest project under our Good Food for All program, a free food vending machine in the Bronx – and the support, feedback and love has been amazing to see. We’re grateful to have the opportunity to bring this idea to life and see how it’s impacting our community members and people who would want to see this in their communties, as well. We’ll do everything we can to honor that support by being open and honest about the process. 💕 To tackle the biggest FAQs, we’re sharing a breakdown here answering most of what folks were most curious about. And we’ll be publishing an article detailing our process, learning and instructions for replicating on our website in the coming months. 🤓 #freefood#freefoodvendingmachine#vendingmachine#foodhack#changefoodforgood♬ Similar Sensation (Instrumental) – BLVKSHP
According to Union Rayo, the idea came from the NGO Change Food For Good to expand access to free, healthy food in communities that need it most. It doesn’t look much different from a vending machine you’d see in a break room or a shopping mall. However, the difference lies in its offerings, which include many foods grown in local hydroponic gardens.
Working on the honor system, the vending machine hopes to sustain itself as people only take what they need. The community-focused model and vision also encourage emerging green thumbs in the neighborhood to help out with its supply. For those wanting to chip in to its inventory, they can support by getting their hands dirty with farm work or restocking items as needed.
Food insecurity remains a prevalent issue for many families across America. During the government shutdown, many participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faced food shortages. According to the USDA, nearly 42 million Americans receive SNAP benefits to keep food on their tables.
To provide another avenue to combat hunger, this vending machine offers New Yorkers fresh food to help avoid a hunger crisis. Furthermore, it bypasses the bureaucratic process and paperwork to get people the food they need to survive, right then and there.
Now, those in and willing to travel to The Bronx can head to the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club to try out this ground-breaking machine. Nothing beyond a way to hold the groceries is needed to bring fresh food home. The borough remains one of the city’s more diverse areas as well. The Bronx has over 55% Hispanic residents, followed by 29% Black residents, according to figures from the NYU Furman Center.
With a focus on sustainability, urban farming, and combating neighborhood hunger, these free vending machines offer a new way to deliver food directly to families, especially during periods when the government pauses food aid. Change Food For Good has confirmed that the device has supplied goods to over 1,100 families thus far, as it continues to scale up its farming initiatives to keep its shelves fully stocked.
The NGO also plans to roll out these vending machines in more stops across New York City, allowing even more participants to try this technology for good.
Sexual Betrayal in the Barracks? Army Doctor Accused Of Secretly Filming Women During Intimate Exams, Lawsuit Claims
An Army gynecologist stationed at Fort Hood has been suspended amid allegations that he secretly filmed dozens of female patients’ intimate exams — sparking what may be one of the largest misconduct scandals in U.S. military history.
An Army major and gynecologist at Fort Hood, Texas, has been pulled off duty after investigators say he secretly recorded intimate examinations of female patients and inappropriately touched at least one woman, according to a civil lawsuit and a CNN exclusive source.
Maj. Blaine McGraw, who worked at Fort Hood and previously at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, is accused in a lawsuit of repeatedly groping a patient and surreptitiously filming her during pelvic and breast exams. Military investigators reportedly discovered thousands of images and videos on his phone taken “over the course of multiple years,” the lawsuit states, and more than 60 women have since come forward with similar accusations.
The alarm was first raised when a combat veteran attending a gynecological appointment with his pregnant wife said he noticed McGraw’s phone in his pocket, with the camera lens pointed outward — something he says was not there earlier. Upon checking, he believed the device was recording.
After notifying staff at the hospital, according to sources, he later told investigators, “I just caught a doctor recording my wife’s vagina!”
In the lawsuit, one Jane Doe claims McGraw groped her during intimate exams. More disturbing, investigators recovered massive volumes of media on McGraw’s phone, showing “scores of female patients, many of whom remain unidentified.” Attorneys for the accusers say the number of potential victims could increase, as the Army plans to notify approximately 3,000 patients who saw McGraw at Fort Hood and Tripler.
Lawyer Andrew Cobos, representing some of the accusers, said, “The potential magnitude of this harm is, to my knowledge, unprecedented in Army history.” He noted the case involves “two major military installations, two different chains of command, thousands of military spouses and soldiers who fell under his care.”
Several alleged victims described frustrating attempts to report McGraw before his suspension. One Army spouse told CNN she tried multiple times in late 2024 to alert Fort Hood officials, but was repeatedly bounced between departments and disconnected before anyone would take a complaint.
Another woman, using the pseudonym Megan, said she refused repeated requests for a vaginal exam — “I looked at him like … ‘It’s a sinus infection; I don’t need an exam,’” she recalled. She also insisted on a chaperone, but said McGraw told her staff were too busy. Despite her objections, she alleges he made contact she found invasive during the exam.
Sources say McGraw faced earlier complaints as far back as 2022 while at Tripler Army Medical Center, where one patient claimed he recorded her pelvic exam on his phone. According to the lawsuit, his chain of command dismissed the claims rather than removing him from patient care.
An internal Army source told CNN that McGraw was “administratively corrected” over a 2022 after-hours incident but not criminally charged. In 2024, another internal complaint alleged he touched a patient’s anus during a procedure; officials reportedly deemed it “unsubstantiated.”
In response to the allegations, the Army has begun sending letters to past patients of McGraw, and investigators have begun interviewing women identified from the recovered media. The Fort Hood Medical Center said in a public statement that it “recognizes the great trust and responsibility inherent in caring for our soldiers, families, and beneficiaries” and will continue to support everyone involved in the process.
McGraw has not yet faced criminal charges. His attorney, Daniel Conway, told CNN they “have seen a significant number of new allegations … but beyond the allegations themselves, … no records to support that patients were touched in a way that was not medically indicated.” He added that they plan to cooperate further.
Advocates for military survivors are raising alarms that this case reflects deeper, systemic failures. The scandal draws parallels to ongoing debates about reporting structures, victim support, and accountability in the military — especially in light of earlier reforms launched after the 2020 murder of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillén.
Shannon Hough, founder of the advocacy group Shield of Sisters, said she’s spoken to dozens of women who say they tried to report McGraw before. “Every single one” told her their complaint was ignored, she claims. As McGraw’s case gains public attention, she warns: “If they don’t hear us now…then there’s no hope.”
FULL CIRCLE MOMENT: Shedeur Sanders Receives Embrace From Father, Deion, Before First NFL Start
Rookie quarterback emerges victorious in 24-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders
It may have taken longer than most people anticipated. Still, Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders made his first NFL start, and his Hall of Fame father and former college football coach, Deion Sanders, was there before the game to hug him before he strutted onto the football field.
The much-anticipated debut of Shedeur as a starter has taken the sporting world by storm, as the Browns have been struggling, with the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback being the third starter at the position this season. After sliding down the NFL Draft to the fifth round with the 155th selection, he was the last quarterback on the depth chart behind Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, with an injured DeShaun Watson most likely missing the season due to injury.
After trading Flacco and Pickett, and with Gabriel missing this game after suffering a concussion the prior week, it was time for Shedeur to show off his skills.
Before the start of the game, as Shedeur was walking out of the tunnel, a camera shows him approaching his father to hug him before stepping onto the field to start his very first NFL game. The two embraced, exchanged pleasantries, and then the quarterback rejoined his teammates for a pep talk before they headed out of the tunnel onto the field.
As the team flowed out to the grass, cheers were heard from the visiting crowd at Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders.
The moment carried over into the game, and the Browns emerged victorious over the Raiders by a score of 24-10, as Shedeur completed 11 of 20 passes for 209 yards, throwing one touchdown and an interception.
According to NFL.com, after the game, the rookie spoke to reporters to express how he has been dealing with his first year in the NFL.
“Being a backup and everything, sometimes you have to compromise your personality and change the way you do things, to never step on anybody’s toes,” Sanders said. “The fact that I got an opportunity, and I was able to show the organization, show everybody who I really am, it’s truly exciting.”
He definitely has his father’s spirit, as he had a message for those who doubt him.
“A lot of people wanted to see me fail, and it ain’t going to happen. It ain’t going to happen.”
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Says D.C. Office Threatened By Alleged White Supremacist
Crockett condemned the act as it perpetuates a pattern of violence against political figures.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett is reportedly being threatened and harassed by a white supremacist.
Crockett released a statement about the incident in which the man appeared at her office in Washington, D.C., sparking concern about her and her staffers’ safety. Crockett has become a target of alleged white supremacist threats for her public disapproval and condemnation of the Trump administration and its policies.
“Today, an individual showed up to my D.C. office and made white supremacist threats and hand gestures. Everyone is safe, and I want to thank Capitol Police for their swift response,” she said on Nov. 20, as reported byNewsweek.
However, this incident is part of a growing pattern of violence against political figures and lawmakers in the country. Crockett mentioned how the normalization of this violence is jeopardizing the safety of individuals and appointed officials representing citizens. This has become especially relevant in the wake of the assassinations of Charlie Kirk and Minnesota State lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband.
In particular, Crockett has pointed to the president for his role in fueling this hateful rhetoric. Some of his followers have used his vitriolic posts about his critics to incite violence against them. Crockett has been a vocal opponent of Trump throughout both of their political careers, with Trump also verbally attacking the Democratic congresswoman.
In September, he said that she and fellow U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar had a “low IQ.” More recently, Trump posted on Truth Social, his preferred conservative social media platform, to emphasize how some Democratic lawmakers’ “seditious behavior” was “punishable by death.”
He also reposted posts that explicitly encouraged “hang” these left-leaning officials. Amid calls for Trump to delete the posts and condemn violence against officials, Democratic leaders have also ramped up measures for more vigilant security and policing of Capitol offices.
Crockett, a Black woman representative, has emphasized the growing fears for her safety as white supremacists continue to go unchecked, and arguably amplified, by the commander-in-chief. An investigation into the incident at her D.C. office remains ongoing.
Keith Lee Hosts Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway Feeding Thousands Of Families In North Texas
Lee hosted 'The FamiLee That Snaps Back Food Drive,' in collaboration with the food pantry in his new North Texas community.
Keith Lee continues to use his platform to give back to families in need.
The food review TikToker hosted a massive Thanksgiving meal giveaway in partnership with a North Texas food pantry. Lee teamed up with Minnie’s Food Pantry for its annual giveaway on Nov. 22, giving thousands of meals to food-insecure families in the community.
Lee recently moved to the area and wanted to use his influence and connections to raise donations so more families could receive the meals. He posted about “The FamiLee That Snaps Back Food Drive,” as he partnered with the largest food pantry in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
“Not only do we have meals, but we’ve got packages from a bunch of different brands,” he said on TikTok. “This is our way of saying happy holidays.”
Over 40 brands, such as DoorDash and Buffalo Wild Wings, joined the charitable venture to ensure all families had an array of food for Thanksgiving. Lee specifically donated $12,000 for the main dish of Thanksgiving, the signature turkeys.
The venture took off “drive-by” style, as participants pulled up in their cars to receive the care packages. However, the event also promoted communal fun with music, food, and more to spread the holiday cheer in North Texas.
His “The FamiLee That Snaps Back” challenge is a nationwide initiative that helps families stay fed while encouraging others to share a plate in their communities. Lee’s partnership with the local nonprofit has also ensured a leveling up of its holiday giveaway.
“I’m reminded that this event isn’t just about a meal—it’s about a lifeline for thousands of families who rely on Minnie’s to keep food on their tables during a season that can be hardest for so many. Every box we prepare represents a community that shows up with courage, resilience, and hope. The generosity of volunteers, partners, and supporters turns fear into faith and scarcity into possibility,” shared Minnie’s Food Pantry Founder Dr. Cheryl Jackson to WFAA.
She added, “This giveaway is a testament to what we can accomplish when we come together with compassion and a shared sense of responsibility for one another.”
Lee has kept up his giving habits since growing his food review platform. Often, upon reviewing a restaurant, he helps small businesses with massive tips and by spotlighting them for future customers.
Now a Texan, he serves hope and meals “FamiLee” style to make the holiday season bright for his fellow neighbors.
Kansas City Realtor Has Lofty Goal Of Getting 1,000 Black People Into Homeownership
The realtor expects to hit this milestone of 1,000 Black homeowners by next year.
A realtor in Kansas City, Missouri, has goals of getting Black people into homeownership.
Tenesia Brown, CEO of Keys Realty Group, is inching closer and closer to her 1,000-person marker. She wants to educate first-time buyers about how they can actually reach this American dream.
“Why not?” she toldKSHB. “We have a big gap in the number of people who become homeowners, and it’s just because we have a lack of education and don’t know where we can find the resources.”
Since starting her venture, she has helped 887 new Black homeowners. Many come to her wanting to join the cause, especially as renting becomes more unfeasible.
Shay Moore also joined the cause, dismantling the barriers that prevent Black people from owning homes. The radio station host decided to take on the initiative after her own bouts of living in multiple cities with no place to call her own.
“I’ve lived in six different states and worked at 11 radio stations, so up until this point, I never even thought about purchasing a home,” Moore said.
Moore noticed, however, how the current market has made renting properties unaffordable and undesirable.
“When I first got here, I had a three-bedroom townhome in Lee’s Summit, and it was affordable, she said. “Not anymore. Things have gotten really out of control.”
Now, as she desires to venture into homeownership, she wants to uplift others to do so as well.
“One of my concerns was the interest rates at one point and the price point,” she said. ‘What I found in Kansas City is you can still get an affordable home.”
Like Moore and other clients, Brown wants to inspire tired renters to voyage beyond rental properties to secure their own place. However, she does so amid a tough climate scarred by high interest rates and a rocky job market.
According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2025 “Snapshot of Race and Home Buying in America,” while Black homeownership remains relatively steady, it still lags behind white Americans. The Black homeownership rate lies at 43.9%, a drop from 44.7% of last year, with white homeownership rates standing at around 74%.
With homeownership in general taking a dip, reaching a record low of 21%, Moore remains committed to breaking the tides even amid new obstacles. Her effort starts by reaching aspiring homeowners where they are at financially, so when the opportunity does arise, they can stay in their new property.
“You have to start where you can afford,” added Brown. “You can’t be house rich and pocket poor.”
She expects to reach her goal by 2026, contributing with her small but mighty wave of Black homeowners.
NBA Legend Rodney Rogers Dies At 54, Leaving Lasting Impact On Paralysis Advocacy
The famed NBA Sixth Man spent the rest of his life advocating for those with spinal cord injuries following his own paralysis.
Famed NBA sixth man and advocate for paralysis victims, Rodney Rogers, has died at age 54.
Rogers was known for his performance during his professional and collegiate career. After playing and revolutionizing his basketball program at Wake Forest, Rogers was drafted to the NBA in 1993. Within his 12-year career, Rogers became an essential component of a team’s overall roster. According toThe Grio, the small forward secured a Sixth Man Of the Year honor in 2000.
Prior to his role on teams such as the Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns, he stormed onto the Wake Forest Basketball squad. Getting them into the NCAA tournament, he earned the ACC Freshman of Year, ACC Player of the Year, and First Team All-American during his three-year stint at the North Carolina institution.
While a greater force in the collegiate realm, Rogers still maintained his prowess in the NBA. The super reserve played all 82 games in his first season with the Suns, while also helping the then-New Jersey Nets reached the NBA Finals in 2003.
However, he remains an instrumental figure in Wake Forest basketball history. The school honored his legacy upon the news of his passing. The Division 1 program also retired his jersey number of #54.
We grieve the passing of Rodney Rogers, 2022 Distinguished Alumni award winner and @WakeMBB legend.
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“Rodney Rogers transformed and accelerated the upward trajectory of Wake Forest University as well as Demon Deacons basketball from the moment he signed,” Wake Forest’s athletic director John Currie said in a statement. “His power, his grace, and even more so, his heart, changed this university forever. His perseverance after his accident inspired thousands. Rodney showed us what real strength looks like.”
Beyond basketball, a life-changing incident changed the course of Rogers’ life and legacy. In 2008, an ATV accident left Rogers paralyzed from the shoulders down. Remaining undefeated, the athlete launched the Rodney Rogers Foundation to help others stay encouraged while dealing with paralysis.
Considered a hero in his community and college hoops, Rogers remains a pivotal figure for his athletic achievement and subsequent years helping others remain strong through their spinal cord injuries.
“It’s easy to talk about his talent — and it was extraordinary — but what made Rodney unforgettable was how deeply he loved: his teammates, his family, Wake Forest, the game,” said Former Wake Forest head coach, Dave Odom. “He never complained. He faced life as it came and made the most of every moment. Watching him play was a joy, but knowing him was the real privilege.”
Ohio Officer Acquitted In Fatal Shooting of Pregnant Woman Ta’Kiya Young
Jury finds officer’s actions justified as family denounces decision and a separate civil case proceeds.
An Ohio jury has acquitted Blendon Township police officer Connor Grubb of all charges in the 2023 death of Ta’Kiya Young, a 21-year-old Black woman who was seven months pregnant. Grubb had been indicted on murder and additional counts after firing a single shot that resulted in Young’s death, but jurors concluded his use of force was legally justified.
The confrontation unfolded in August 2023 in the parking lot of a Kroger near Columbus, where Young was suspected of stealing bottles of alcohol. Body-camera footage shows the officer approaching Young’s vehicle with another officer and informing her she was accused of shoplifting. When she refused repeated orders to step out of the car, Grubb moved in front of the vehicle with his weapon drawn.
As reported by The Wall Street Journal, the video captures the moment Young accelerated, prompting Grubb to fire once through the windshield. Young later died from the gunshot wound; her unborn daughter did not survive.
Mark Collins, Grubb’s attorney, said the case was extraordinarily emotional for everyone involved. “We believe they followed the law,” he said of the jury’s verdict. Collins added that Grubb will carry the weight of his actions forever: “For the rest of his life he has to deal with this. He took a life on duty—and realized another’s life after the fact—and to walk around with that is a difficult situation.”
The courtroom erupted with grief when the decision was read. Young’s grandmother, Nadine Young, cried out in disbelief, saying, “It’s not right! This is not right!”
Sean Walton, the attorney representing Young’s relatives, condemned the police response that led to her death. Calling the shooting “a tragedy that should never have happened,” Walton argued that Young faced an impossible situation once a gun was pointed at her. While Young had only moments to react, he said, Grubb—“who had years of training”—also made a split-second decision that escalated the outcome.
Walton criticized what he described as a pattern of officers reacting out of disproportionate fear. “You have officers who have an unreasonable and irrational fear—with no weapons involved or folks doing very minimal behavior—that they escalate it into murder,” he said.
Special prosecutor Daniel Brandt said his team respected the jury’s choice, even as the broader implications of the case continue to draw scrutiny.
Parallel to the criminal trial, Young’s estate has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Blendon Township and its police chief of failing to properly train Grubb. The civil case, lodged in U.S. District Court in September, remains active.
While Collins insisted “this wasn’t a case motivated by racial animus,” the shooting of a pregnant Black woman—and the subsequent acquittal—has reignited longstanding concerns about policing, race, and accountability in Ohio and beyond.
