Former NBA Player Patrick Beverley Arrested In Texas Amid ‘Family Violence’ Allegation
According to the veteran guard, he found his younger sister — a minor — alone with an 18-year-old man.
Former NBA point guard Patrick Beverley is facing legal trouble in Texas after authorities arrested him on a felony assault charge tied to what officials described as a “family violence” situation. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest and stated that the 37-year-old was taken into custody early Nov. 14 at a residence in Rosharon. His bond was set at $40,000.
Shortly after news of the arrest spread, Beverley addressed the situation online, urging his followers, “don’t believe everything you see on the internet.” He also shared an unsigned statement on his social media accounts that offered additional context about what reportedly led to the altercation.
Beverley’s attorney, Letitia Quinones-Hollins, shared a statement on Instagram. The statement read, “Patrick Beverley has no criminal record. He cares deeply about his little sister – a young lady, a minor.”
“Given that, when he unexpectedly found her alone in the home with an 18-year-old man in the middle of the night, he was understandably concerned, as any brother would be about his sister.”
According to the reposted message, Beverley had unexpectedly come upon his younger sister — a minor — alone with an 18-year-old man. “He was understandably concerned, as any brother would be about his sister,” the statement read. “However, we don’t believe what followed happened the way it’s been described, and we look forward to the opportunity to address that in court.”
Local officials have not publicly disclosed further details about the alleged confrontation, and court records have not yet provided additional information at the time of reporting.
Beverley, known around the league for his intensity and defensive edge, most recently played for the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2024 season. Over the course of his 12-year NBA career, he also logged time with several teams, including the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Clippers.
As the case moves forward, Beverley and his representatives appear prepared to challenge the account authorities have laid out, setting the stage for a legal dispute over what transpired inside the Texas home.
Michelle Obama: America Still ‘Not Ready’ For A Woman President
In a candid discussion about gender, power, and public expectations, the former first lady explained why she has no plans to run.
Former first lady Michelle Obama says Americans continue to struggle with the idea of a woman leading the nation — and that lingering resistance is exactly why she refuses to consider a presidential run. During a recorded conversation with Tracee Ellis Ross, released Nov. 14 on Obama’s YouTube channel, Obama said the United States has significant “growing up to do” when it comes to accepting women in positions of ultimate political authority.
“As we saw in this past election, sadly, we ain’t ready,” Obama said. “That’s why I’m like, don’t even look at me about running, because you all are lying. You’re not ready for a woman. You are not.
The discussion, held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, coincided with the rollout of Obama’s new book, “The Look.” Ross asked whether the traditional expectations placed on first ladies — and the role’s ties to “wifedom and femininity” — have shaped the public’s willingness to imagine a woman in the Oval Office.
Obama didn’t hesitate. “So don’t waste my time,” she added. “We got a lot of growing up to do, and there are still, sadly, a lot of men who feel like they cannot be led by a woman, and we saw it. I think we still have growing to do in that regard.”
Although Obama has long been polled as one of the most admired women in America — and at times more popular than President Barack Obama during his administration — she has consistently rejected calls to run for office. A 2024 poll briefly floated her as the only Democrat capable of defeating Donald Trump, fueling fresh speculation, but Obama dismissed the possibility then and has repeated the same message since.
Her comments also acknowledged the reality facing women who have attempted to break that barrier. Two of the Democratic Party’s last three nominees — Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris — were women, and both ultimately lost presidential elections to Trump. Obama campaigned heavily for Harris in 2024, drawing large crowds and urging voters, especially men, to support women’s leadership and reproductive rights.
Despite persistent public fascination with the idea of an Obama presidential run, she made clear once again that she has no intention of entering the race. The deeper concern, she suggested, is not her personal reluctance but the country’s readiness.
The nation, she argued, still has to prove that it is willing to elect a woman at all.
Caribbean Reparations Leaders Launch First-Ever UK Mission To Press Historic Claims
Caricom delegation begins high-level meetings in London.
The regional body at the forefront of the Caribbean’s push for slavery reparations is preparing for its first official mission to the United Kingdom, a visit leaders describe as a pivotal moment in the campaign for historical redress. From Nov. 17 to Nov. 20, representatives from the Caricom Reparations Commission (CRC) will hold a series of meetings in London with British lawmakers, Caribbean diplomats, academics, and civil society organizations.
As reported by The Guardian, the trip, organized alongside the Institute of Commonwealth Studies, aims to deepen international partnerships and broaden public understanding of the Caribbean’s demands for justice tied to centuries of enslavement and colonial rule.
Dr. Hilary Brown, a member of the delegation and Caricom’s program manager for culture and community development, called the visit “historic,” emphasizing its dual goal of education and advocacy. “The Caricom Reparations Commission advocacy visit to the UK is historic, as it is the first of what we anticipate will be a series of engagements to raise consciousness and awareness, correct misconceptions about the reparations movement and build strategic partnerships to take this critical agenda to right historical wrongs forward,” she said.
Between the 15th and 19th centuries, European powers forcibly transported more than 12.5 million Africans into slavery. For Caribbean governments, that history remains inseparable from modern-day inequalities, fueling demands for formal apologies and tangible forms of reparative support.
CRC Chair Prof. Sir Hilary Beckles, who is leading the six-person delegation, said the visit represents an opportunity to bolster the movement at a global level. “The global reparations movement is entering a new wave of impact, visibility and mobilization,” he noted, stressing that activists and academics in Britain have “a pivotal role to play in amplifying the gains and the message of enlightenment.” Beckles added that the CRC also hopes to express “solidarity and support as together we navigate Windrush and advance the just claim for reparatory justice.”
Reparations debates have intensified in the UK, particularly after the British government last year rejected calls for financial compensation or a formal apology during the Commonwealth leaders’ summit. Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledged that the slave trade was “abhorrent,” but argued that nations should prioritize present-day challenges, including climate change.
Even so, Britain later signaled its openness to discussing non-financial forms of redress, such as institutional reform and debt relief.
Public opinion is shifting as well. A March poll commissioned by the Repair Campaign found widespread gaps in historical knowledge but growing backing for Caribbean demands: 63% of respondents supported a formal apology, and 40% supported financial reparations.
Caribbean states remain firm in their pursuit of justice, guided by the CRC’s 10-point plan, which calls for measures ranging from apologies to debt cancellation.
At their July summit, Caricom leaders endorsed Jamaica’s petition requesting that King Charles seek legal guidance on whether Britain’s forced transport of Africans constituted a crime against humanity—and whether reparations are owed.
How Candi Dailey’s Potomac Hospitality Group Is Turning Storytelling & Dinner Into A Cultural Movement
Her signature event is the Fried Chick’n & Champagne Secret Supper Experience.
Candi Dailey’s version of hospitality is about more than food. The founder and CEO of Potomac Hospitality Group (PHG) has spent nearly a decade building experiences that honor culture, community, and connection — from Prince George’s County kitchens to luxury dining activations that could sit comfortably beside any five-star destination.
Her signature event, the Fried Chick’n & Champagne Secret Supper Experience, started as a small, heartfelt celebration for local changemakers. Today, it’s one of the DMV’s most anticipated cultural dinners — an evening that blends comfort food, elegance, and storytelling in a way only Dailey could imagine.
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“We do a lot of work in the community throughout the year,” she says. “We wanted to celebrate other people and companies doing the same thing. So we asked ourselves, how do we merge the comfort food people know us for with the luxury experiences we also create? And honestly, what’s better than champagne with fried chicken?”
This year’s sold-out Secret Supper carried a “Juke Joint” theme — a nod to the Southern spaces where food, music, and memory once lived side by side. The event took over Hennessy Creek in Brandywine, Maryland, where more than 200 guests gathered for a night that felt nostalgic and forward-moving at the same time.
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“For us, the juke joint was like home,” Dailey says. “But honestly, this one was more challenging for our team because these are things people may already be familiar with. So we had to figure out how to elevate that experience.”
The evening rolled out in three “movements,” starting with a bluesy cocktail reception before guests moved across the grounds for dinner. Chef Saon Brice (Food Network, Blk Swan) designed a menu that honored the era while pushing it into fine-dining territory, paired with Ezra Allen’s cocktails from CAnECollective. Later, “The Voice” alum Tamara Jade lifted the energy even higher with a live performance before the crowd entered the juke joint space to dance the night away.
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“We’re able to tell stories through food,” Dailey says. “When we work with chefs, we tell them: you have a story to tell, and this is your chance to shine a light on a moment in our history.”
PHG’s dinners have explored themes ranging from Moroccan traditions to farm-to-table cooking, always with an eye on the African diaspora. The juke joint dinner, held in a renovated barn on Black-owned land, captured that duality: honoring the past while making space for the present.
“It was our way of celebrating who we are as a people and how far we’ve come,” she says. “The space was beautiful, but figuring out how to transform it — that was the beautiful struggle.”
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Beyond the food, Dailey is intentional about how guests engage with one another.
“There’s power in serving someone else,” she says. “Our dinners are family-style on purpose. When you pass a plate to somebody, conversation starts. You ask where they’re from. And before you know it, you’re building community.”
Sometimes those connections grow into something even bigger. At PHG’s first Fried Chick’n & Champagne dinner three years ago, two guests — a politician and a businessman — met at the table. They later partnered on a $90 million development project in North Carolina.
“That’s not to say that happens at every dinner, but it goes to show you the true power of connection, right?” Dailey says.
Dailey and her husband, Jason, launched PHG in 2016. Today, the company has 42 employees and a footprint that reaches far beyond its Prince George’s County roots.
“When one of our employees buys a house or sends their child to college, I’m really happy,” she says. “It means as a business model, we’re doing something right. People depend on the work we’re doing — and that keeps us going.”
For Dailey, hospitality is in her blood. She traces it back to the tables of her childhood, her father plating mac and cheese, fried chicken, and all the fixings for anyone who needed a meal.
“Some of my first real memories are soul food and the art of hosting and taking care of people because my dad and grandmother were always cooking for people in the neighborhood,” she remembers. “My core memories are those things, serving people and then food. I’m very fortunate I get to do what I always was around since I was a kid.”
PHG puts that same spirit into the community it serves. The group supports local schools, leads gardening programs, hosts a Senior Friendsgiving dinner each year, and throws one of the area’s most beloved cultural events: Ruby’s Family Reunion, named after Dailey’s grandmother. For just $20 a ticket, nearly 20,000 people gather each summer to celebrate with food, music, and family.
“I hope people realize it’s more than just about serving food,” Dailey says. “It’s about really making an impact. Our goal is to serve for the greater good — through food and storytelling.”
As PHG approaches its tenth anniversary, Dailey is already planning the next chapter. In 2026, Fried Chick’n & Champagne will expand to California, with plans to host a Secret Supper experience at a Black woman–owned resort and winery near Sacramento. Additional dinners are slated for Martha’s Vineyard during Black Film Festival Week.
“We’ve already got four on the calendar, along with all the other events we do,” Dailey tells BLACK ENTERPRISE.
Beyond 2026, Dailey remains clear about what she hopes the long-term legacy of her business will be.
“The legacy is that we care,” Dailey tells BE. “We’re making people feel good through food, through connection, through culture. I hope at the end of the day, people are saying we do these amazing events that are intentional about celebrating who we are as a people, through food and how we help connect the dots for others. I would love for that to be our legacy.”
Philadelphia Drops Longstanding DEI Contracting Rules As Legal Pressures Mount
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration ends race- and gender-based contracting goals amid federal scrutiny, sparking backlash from city leaders and minority-owned businesses.
Philadelphia officials are dismantling long-established diversity, equity and inclusion benchmarks for city contracts, a dramatic policy shift that arrives as the Trump administration intensifies its campaign against DEI initiatives nationwide.
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration confirmed it will no longer enforce the goal that 35% of city contracts go to firms owned by women, minorities, or people with disabilities — a standard in place since 2016. Earlier versions of the policy date back to the 1980s, when the target was set at 25%. According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, the rollback could cost historically disadvantaged firms an estimated $370 million in annual opportunities.
The decision follows a similar move last fall, when the city discontinued DEI guidelines for publicly funded projects. Both changes have generated alarm in a city where the majority of residents are Black and Brown, and where business groups relied on these long-standing frameworks to maintain access to major public-sector contracts.
City Solicitor Renee Garcia told the Inquirer that the shift was driven by a “new federal legal precedent” restricting the use of race or gender in procurement decisions. She argued the city risked violating federal rules by using public dollars to “promote, reinforce or perpetuate discrimination.”
Her language closely echoes President Trump’s administration, which has threatened to withhold federal funding from governments and institutions that continue to rely on DEI-based standards.
Garcia said the revamped approach aims to create “an environment in which all businesses can thrive and contribute to the local economy,” with contracting priorities shifting toward supporting “small and local” firms rather than those tied to specific demographic groups.
According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, Parker has sought to avoid a direct clash with the Trump White House to prevent jeopardizing the hundreds of millions of federal dollars Philadelphia relies on to balance its budget. In October, the administration settled a lawsuit — filed by firms represented by America First Legal, an organization founded by Stephen Miller, Trump’s deputy chief of staff — which challenged the legality of the city’s previous workforce diversity contracts.
City Council Minority Leader Kendra Brooks condemned the rollback, saying she was “deeply troubled” by the administration’s decision. She argued the city should have explored alternatives, noting that “Chicago is looking at other ways. Baltimore is looking at other ways.”
Brooks added, “In Philly, we’re supposed to be a little grittier than that. I think constantly caving under the Trump administration’s thumb is definitely problematic, but I’m not the mayor.”
The changes leave many small and minority-owned businesses bracing for a more uncertain future — one shaped less by DEI mandates and more by shifting federal politics and legal constraints.
Paris Jackson’s current standing as a beneficiary limits her ability to challenge moves taken by the estate executors who have managed the estate since 2009. The decision follows months of legal back-and-forth over how the estate should operate. The estate, previously in financial distress, now has assets including major entertainment projects, licensing agreements, and ongoing catalog negotiations.
According to People, which reviewed the court’s ruling, Judge Mitchell Beckloff found that many of Paris Jackson’s requests are outside of the scope of law. Her insistence on insertion exceeds what California probate law allows for beneficiaries who are not co-trustees.
The ruling states that the court “cannot grant relief that would give a beneficiary powers equivalent to the trustees.”
Paris Jackson argued that certain estate transactions needed greater transparency. She raised concerns about the oversight of long-term business ventures as her father’s career continues to thrive posthumously. Michael Jackson’s middle child hopes to gather information about deals that, she believes, could affect the estate’s value.
The judge agreed to grant limited relief on procedural matters but upheld the estate’s legal authority to continue operating under its current structure. She will also be responsible for paying the estate a portion of its attorney’s fees.
Executors John Branca and John McClain have managed the estate since Michael Jackson’s death in 2009. Branca and McClain maintain that their stewardship has stabilized Jackson’s finances, settled debts, and expanded revenue streams.
The estate has earned more than $2 billion during its tenure. Two major scale productions have materialized under Branca and McClain’s leadership, MJ: The Musical, and the upcoming biographical film, Michael.
The court reiterated that only trustees may direct or halt business decisions unless they breach fiduciary duty, a threshold the judge said was not met.
Beneficiaries, including Paris Jackson and her brothers, Prince and Bigi, will continue to receive distributions from the trust. She did not publicly comment after the ruling.
The Curry 13, which will be released in February 2026, will be the last product under the partnership.
The partnership between sneaker brand Under Armour (UA) and NBA champion Stephen Curry has officially come to an end after more than a decade.
The company announced the separation, stating that the Curry Brand, which was distributed by UA, would be maintained by Curry. The two were involved for over 12 years, after they successfully signed the Golden State Warriors’ player away from Nike.
“Under Armour believed in me early in my career and gave me the space to build something much bigger and more impactful than a shoe. I’ll always be grateful for that,” Curry said in a written statement. “Curry Brand was created to change the game for good, and over the past five years, we successfully changed the game for kids, for communities, and for basketball. What Curry Brand stands for, what I stand for, and my commitment to that mission will never change; it’s only growing stronger. I’m excited for a future that’s focused on aggressive growth with a continued commitment to keep showing up for the next generation.”
The Curry 13, scheduled to drop in February 2026, will be the last product released under the UA brand. More colorways and items from that collection will be made available through October 2026.
“It’s been an incredible privilege to work with Stephen, who as president of Curry Brand has been much more than an ambassador—he’s become a thoughtful and strategic business leader,” said Kevin Plank, founder and CEO of Under Armour. “Together with our teammates, he helped build something rare: a brand with credibility, community impact, and product that performs at the highest level. For Under Armour, this moment is about discipline and focus on the core UA brand during a critical stage of our turnaround. And for Stephen, it’s the right moment to let what we created evolve on his terms. We’ll always be grateful for what he’s brought to the UA team.”
Jumpstart Health Investors Elevates Black-Owned Healthcare Firms Amid DEI Backlash
In 2022, the healthcare venture capital firm secured $55 million to invest exclusively in Black-founded healthcare companies.
Jumpstart Health Investors, America’s first Black healthcare venture capital firm, continues to succeed despite anti-DEI initiatives that pressured it to cease exclusively supporting Black-owned businesses.
Founded in 2020 by Marcus Whitney and Kathryne Cooper, the company aimed to support Black-led health companies “in the wake of America’s racial reckoning.” The company’s original investment initiative, Jumpstart Nova Fund I, exceeded its $30 million target and ultimately built a portfolio of 11 companies and a database of roughly 400 Black founder-led projects.
Last year, the company found itself at a crossroads. The organization faced increasing political and legal pressure from conservative groups targeting DEI-focused programs, grants, and investment vehicles. Whitney said the company decided to move away from an explicit focus on DEI initiatives due to mounting political and legal pressure.
“Our goal is to build an institution, not to continually fend off lawsuits,” Whitney told Venture Nashville Connections.
In November 2024, the company launched Jumpstart Nova Fund II. Unlike its predecessor, it does not consider DEI outcomes in its investment decisions.
“With Jumpstart Nova Fund II, we build on our foundation and successful general partnership, now expanding our investment remit to all founders. Our performance has elevated us to now be the institutional, strategic seed fund of Jumpstart Health Investors,” the company says on its website.
However, despite its expansion, the company continues to support several Black-led organizations, including Therify, a mental health agency that mainly focuses on the Black community. Teamwork is a New York-based company that offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for children with autism. Time Study, founded by Kishau Rogers, conducts time studies in hospitals to help assess and improve hospital performance and patient care.
Also, part of the Jumpstart Nova group is Alerje, a Detroit-based startup that manages food allergies and aims to improve the quality of life for people with life-threatening allergies. Mae is a platform designed to meet the specific needs and cultural considerations of underserved expectant mothers.
Visit Jumpstart Health Investors’ website to learn more about Jumpstart Nova and its other initiatives.
Magic Johnson Enterprises Promotes Alexia Grevious Henderson To President
Alexia Grevious Henderson has been part of Magic Johnson Enterprises since 2017.
Magic Johnson Enterprises has appointed Alexia Grevious Henderson as its new president, marking a major leadership transition within the company’s top ranks. The promotion, effective immediately, positions Grevious Henderson at the helm of a growing portfolio of investments, partnerships, and community-focused initiatives guided by Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s longstanding vision.
As reported by Fox 59, Grevious Henderson has been with MJE since 2017, starting as a senior manager of marketing and communications before advancing through multiple leadership roles. Most recently, she served as vice president of strategic partnerships and marketing, overseeing relationships with corporate partners, fulfilling contract obligations, and leading brand-building efforts across the organization.
Magic Johnson praised her contributions, saying, “Alexia’s leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking have been instrumental in driving revenue and elevating our brand.” He added that “she is one of the brightest young minds in today’s business world” and credited her with consistently “overdelivering” to uphold MJE’s standards of excellence. Johnson described her ascent to president as a “well-deserved role.”
Before joining MJE, Grevious Henderson built experience in sports and communications at major institutions. She previously worked as corporate communications manager for the Washington Commanders — then known as the Washington Redskins — and began her career with the NCAA in Indianapolis. Her work in the industry has earned recognition in the Sports Business Journal’s “30 New Voices Under 30” and Diverse Representation’s “Top Ten to Watch in 2022.”
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Grevious Henderson dedicates time to community-focused efforts. She sits on the board of A.Bevy, a nonprofit that helps young adults explore their purpose through arts and education programs.
A South Carolina native, Grevious Henderson holds a bachelor’s degree from Clemson University and an MBA from Pepperdine University. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Aaron.
Founded by Magic Johnson, MJE has built a reputation for championing economic empowerment and community development, particularly in underserved communities. Its investments span entertainment, sports, real estate, and technology—sectors Grevious Henderson will now oversee as she leads the next phase of the company’s growth.
Her appointment reflects both continuity and the company’s ongoing commitment to developing young leadership within its ranks, a hallmark of Johnson’s approach to business and community advancement.
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star James Pickens Jr. Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis, Urges Men to Get Tested
The longtime actor says he is “living proof” that screening saves lives — especially for Black men facing higher risk.
“Grey’s Anatomy” veteran James Pickens Jr. is known to millions as Dr. Richard Webber — a character who spends his days saving lives. Now, the 73-year-old actor is sharing how early testing helped save his own.
Pickens appeared in an Instagram video on Nov. 14, telling viewers he is “living proof” that early detection for prostate cancer “works.” His message accompanied a candid conversation with Black Health Matters, during which he explained why he has always taken annual checkups seriously.
“It’s not the kind of news anyone wants to hear,” he said, reflecting on his diagnosis to Black Health Matters. But given his family history, he added he “would have been surprised if I hadn’t gotten it.” Prostate cancer has touched multiple generations of his relatives — including his father, uncles, a 90-year-old cousin, and that cousin’s son. Remarkably, he said, “No one, as far as I know, has succumbed to it.”
Because of that history, Pickens began PSA testing earlier than most. In 2024, one of those routine tests raised concern. His primary care doctor referred him to a urologist, and a subsequent biopsy revealed a tumor. Fortunately, a PET scan confirmed the cancer had not spread. Pickens underwent a robotic procedure to remove part of his prostate.
Doctors told him the cancer was found unusually early. “It was rare enough that they wanted to make sure that they were crossing all the T’s and dotting all their I’s,” he said. “But they hadn’t seen one that was detected as early as mine.”
In an unexpected twist, Pickens’ diagnosis paralleled a storyline on “Grey’s Anatomy.” The show’s midseason finale — which aired Nov. 13 — revealed that his character, Webber, had also been diagnosed with cancer. Viewers will learn more when the series returns in January.
Pickens hopes that by speaking publicly, he can help break down long-standing fears that many men — especially Black men — have about medical testing.
“Where we are and how we view the medical community, especially as African American men,” he said, matters deeply. “We know the history of that…our trepidation about being tested, and getting something as simple as a physical.”
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men. That number climbs significantly for Black men, who face a 1-in-6 risk and are more than twice as likely to die from the disease. The National Cancer Institute notes that prostate cancer is highly hereditary, with inherited factors accounting for up to 60% of cases.
Pickens’ message remains simple and urgent: early detection saves lives.
