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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

January 16, 2026

Kai Cenat Breaks From Streaming To Pursue Career In Fashion

'It feels fun to just do a new skill. I'm actually having a lot of fun right now.'

Kai Cenat, one of the most popular streamers, revealed in December that he was taking a break from streaming but has recently reemerged, expressing that he has entered the world of fashion.

TMZ caught up with the New York-based personality at LAX in Los Angeles and approached him about his latest venture. After Cenat posted a video stating that he was prioritizing his mental health as he pursues his fashion interests, he told the media outlet that he is taking fashion seriously as a beginner, but wants to do it correctly.

He told the cameraman, “It feels fun to just do a new skill. Like, developing fun. Like, I’m actually having a lot of fun right now.”

He did mention that he has actually started making clothes, having made a few hoodies and denim items.

As the next chapter of his burgeoning career began, with the surprise and shock he received after recording his “I Quit” video, many people were unsure what he intended to do in the meantime. But he hit the ground running.

Cenat uploaded a video to his YouTube channel revealing his reason for quitting, as he felt he had to take a step back and reflect on what had happened in his life and the direction he wanted to go in.

“I feel like sometimes people need to self-reflect and take a step back from the broad perspective of what their life has been. I believe that there is more to this world than is much greater than myself. The energy and passion to do more and create are within me.

“That is why I quit.”

In the 23-minute video he posted on Jan. 13, he narrates his thoughts and goals as he travels to Italy to learn firsthand about the field he is entering. He is shown taking direction, asking questions, and there are scenes of him actually sewing and being intimately involved in the making of some clothes.

No Real-ID, No Problem: TSA Will Confirm Your Identity—For A Price

by Kandiss Edwards

January 16, 2026

No Real-ID, No Problem: TSA Will Confirm Your Identity—For A Price

Adult passengers may pay a $45 fee to use TSA ConfirmID.

The Transportation Security Administration will launch a new identity verification service, TSA ConfirmID, on Feb. 1.

Under the program, adult passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID, such as a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, passport, or another TSA-approved credential, may pay a $45 fee to use TSA ConfirmID to confirm their identity and proceed through the security checkpoint, according to the agency.

Travelers using the process may face additional screening and potential delays at security.

The $45 identity-verification fee covers a 10-day period; travelers are advised to pay in advance to reduce the risk of delays at security checkpoints. TSA said the process at the checkpoint can take up to 30 minutes and might delay boarding if travelers arrive just before their flight.

To pay in advance and avoid missing flights, customers can go to Pay.gov before arriving at the airport. After clicking “pay now,” they can enter their legal name, the start date for 10-day period, and a valid payment method for the $45 fee.

From there, passengers will fill out the form presented, make sure to keep the receipt and any other confirmation information.

Once passengers reach the TSA checkpoint, they will be asked for a printed or electronic copy of their TSA ConfirmID receipt to begin the identity verification process.

Starting Feb. 1, travelers 18+ who do NOT have a REAL ID or other acceptable form of ID can use TSA ConfirmID, pay a $45 fee & have their identity validated. Travelers can use this process to confirm their identity prior to arriving at the airport.

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— TSA (@TSA) January 15, 2026

The ConfirmID option was introduced after the REAL ID law’s full enforcement on May 7, 2025, under requirements adopted from federal law that set minimum security standards for state-issued identification used for domestic air travel, according to federal guidelines and reporting.

Acceptable forms of identification at TSA security checkpoints include REAL ID-compliant licenses, U.S. passports, military IDs, permanent resident cards, and other federally approved credentials, according to federal travel guidance. Travelers without any acceptable ID can still attempt to fly only after completing ConfirmID’s verification and paying the fee.

TSA ConfirmID does not replace the requirement to carry valid identification but provides an alternative path for travelers who might have lost or forgotten their credentials, the agency’s online guidance says. The emphasis remains on ensuring compliance with identification standards to maintain security and efficiency at airport screening checkpoints.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

January 16, 2026

Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ To End Two-Year Broadway Run, Will Continue Overseas

The musical received a total of 13 Tony nominations.

After a nearly two-year Broadway run that generated more than $100 million in ticket sales, Alicia Keys’ Tony Award–winning musical Hell’s Kitchen is preparing to take its show overseas.

Hell’s Kitchen will end its nearly 800show run at the Shubert Theatre on Feb. 22, Deadline reports. By closing night, the show is projected to have recouped about 60% of its $22 million capitalization for investors, with further returns anticipated from touring and international productions.

The show is currently on a multi-year national tour and will roll out international productions in South Korea, Germany, and Australia after leaving New York.

The musical debuted Off-Broadway at The Public Theater on Oct. 24, 2023—running through Jan. 14, 2024, with a five-week extension—before moving to Broadway, where it surpassed $100 million in ticket sales.

Directed by Michael Greif, with choreography by Camille A. Brown, the production, created and inspired by Keys’ musical upbringing in New York City, featured a book by Kristoffer Diaz, and new music as well as Keys’ greatest hits.

Alongside Ne-Yo, the current cast includes Amanda Reid, Kelsee Kimmel, Yolanda Adams, and Lamont Walker II. Original company member and Tony nominee Brandon Victor Dixon will return as Davis (now played by Ne-Yo) starting Jan. 27 and remain for the rest of the run.

One of only three new musicals from the 2023–2024 Broadway season still running—along with The Outsiders and The Great Gatsby—Hell’s Kitchen has maintained a solid, though uneven, box office presence since its April 20, 2024, opening. The show peaked at $1.8 million in gross for the week ending June 23, 2024. More recently, for the week ending Jan. 11, it brought in $828,189, filling 79% of the Shubert Theatre’s seats.

The musical found rapid Tony-winning success through its coming-of-age story of Ali, based on Keys and originally portrayed by Maleah Joi, who earned a Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical in her Broadway debut.

Kecia Lewis captured the show’s second Tony for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Hell’s Kitchen earned a total of 13 nominations, including Best Musical.

by Mitti Hicks

January 16, 2026

Poll Shows Crockett Behind Talarico In Texas Democratic Senate Primary

Talarico leads with Hispanic and white voters, winning 6 in 10 from each group. Meanwhile, 80 percent of Black Democratic primary voters are supporting Crockett.

New polling shows U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett trailing Texas state Rep. James Talarico in the Democratic Senate primary in Texas.

The Emerson College Polling/Nexstar Media survey found Talarico is 9 points ahead among all likely primary voters, with 47% of the anticipated vote to Crockett’s 38%. Another 15% report being undecided.

Talarico and Crockett are vying for Sen. John Cornyn’s seat on the other side of the political aisle for the midterm election.

Since launching his Senate campaign bid, Talarico has raised more than $13 million. According to The Hill, Talarico leads with Hispanic and white voters, winning 6 in 10 from each group. Meanwhile, 80 percent of Black Democratic primary voters are supporting Crockett.

When breaking down the gender, men supported Talarico by 22 points. Women voters are split between the two Democrats.

Talarico is a former middle school teacher and a Presbyterian seminarian. He grew in popularity as one of several state Democrats who fled Texas to stall the state Republicans’ redistricting plans.

Crockett Behind In Polls

Crockett is a popular but controversial figure within her party who joined the race in December.

A University of Houston Hobby School poll from late September found Crockett leading the primary field against other senator hopefuls at 31%, but losing the general election matchup against each of the three Republican candidates.

Crockett said she believed in her own internal polling, particularly with turning out unlikely voters.

“I am very formidable, regardless of what people may want to put out into the atmosphere,” she said on MS Now. “The numbers are the numbers.”

Former Rep. Colin Allred dropped out of the race and is now running for a House seat following news of Crockett’s entry into the Senate race.

Either way, Democrats face an uphill battle in Texas. The state has not elected a Democrat for the U.S. Senate since 1988, when Lloyd Bentsen won re-election. The last time a Democrat represented Texas in the U.S. Senate was 1993, when Robert Krueger was appointed to replace Bentsen after he resigned to become U.S. Treasury Secretary.

If elected, Crockett would be the first Black woman and first person of color from Texas to serve in the Senate.

Texas’s Democratic Primary is March 3.

by Sharelle B. McNair

January 16, 2026

How The Food Stamp Junk Ban Is Causing Issues—And Confusion—In Some States

Critics of the restrictions are concerned with the bouts of confusion, contingent on the state with some feeling it could drive the numbers down of people who participate in the program.

As of Jan. 1, 2026, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — better known as food stamps — has some new rules, banning junk food purchases in some states but causing some issues, The Atlantic reports.

Soda, candy, and other tasty treats labeled as junk food can no longer be purchased with EBT cards, the prepaid cards used by food stamp recipients. States including Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, and West Virginia all support the initiative led by new Secretary of Health & Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. During a June 2025 event, Kennedy professed “there’s no nutrition in these products” and “we shouldn’t be paying for them with taxpayer money.”

With 13 other states looking to make changes to their food stamp programs in late 2026, the Trump administration hopes to have all 50 states on board, offering incentives such as access to a $50 billion fund designed to improve rural healthcare across the country. However, there are some loopholes that states are having issues getting around.

Like, what is junk food exactly?

It can be hard to define. Baked goods, such as cookies, cakes, and even protein bars, can fall into this category — depending on the state. In Indiana, the new rules only ban candy and soda, so if a food stamp recipient wants to buy items like Oreos or Goldfish, they can.

The same goes for protein bars, which can also be purchased with food stamps in states like Iowa, and which have the same amount of sugar as chocolate-covered nuts or a candy bar. EBT cards can be swiped for very sugary canned coffee — as long as it has milk.

Food stamps purchases are determined by the state, depending on how food is taxed. In Iowa, recipients can use their EBT cards for a slice of cake but not a fruit cup that comes with a spoon.

Critics of the restrictions are concerned with the bouts of confusion, contingent on the state. Some feel it could drive down the number of people who participate in the program.

“Singling out people who receive SNAP, policing their shopping carts, and delaying their purchases at the register would inevitably decrease participation rates,” claims an essay in Georgetown University’s Journal on Poverty Law & Policy.

This isn’t the first time a White House administration has fought to ban junk food from food stamp purchases because of the mess it can cause. In 2011, the Obama administration’s Department of Agriculture (USDA), which oversees SNAP, denied a request from New York to ban soda purchases, citing that the proposal “lacks a clear and practical means to determine product eligibility,” which could create problems in stores.

But several Republicans are willing to back the ban. In Georgia, lawmakers have introduced the Georgia SNAP Healthier Choices Act of 2026, which will set parameters on what food stamps can cover. According to WRDW, one in eight Georgia residents receives SNAP benefits, and the legislation supports the USDA’s goal of meeting the nutritional needs of low-income families. “The purchase of low-nutrient, high-sugar, and artificially sweetened foods undermines the public health objectives of the program,” the bill’s verbiage suggests.

Some of the restrictions include no more than four beverages or packs of carbonated soft drinks per household per month, no candy, including chocolate, gum, and “sugar-based confections,” and no juice with less than 50% fruit or vegetable juice.

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

January 16, 2026

Docuseries On Michael Vick’s First Season As Norfolk State Football Coach To Debut Feb. 4

"This journey has challenged me in ways I never expected, and I’m proud to share it honestly."

Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick’s first season as Norfolk State University’s head football coach is the subject of an upcoming docuseries.

BET announced this week that The Coach Vick Experience will premiere Feb. 4 on BET. The series follows the hometown hero as he navigates his first year as a head football coach on any level.

Norfolk Statke took a chance when hiring Vick, who was a star quarterback with the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles.

“For me, this chapter is about giving back to the game that gave me everything. Coaching at Norfolk State isn’t just about wins and losses. It’s about restoring pride and proving that transformation is possible when opportunity meets belief. This journey has challenged me in ways I never expected, and I’m proud to share it honestly,” said Vick, an executive producer for the docuseries, in a written statement.

The project was produced by SMAC Entertainment, the company owned and operated by NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan and his partner, Constance Schwartz-Morini.

“I’ve known Vick for a long time, and this moment shows a different kind of greatness. Coaching is about accountability, preparation, and service. This series captures the work it takes to lead, not just play the game,” said Strahan.

According to Norfolk State University, the series will take viewers inside the inner workings of the Spartans as the school changes its philosophy and direction after years of struggle on the football. It focuses on his transition to build a positive culture on and off the field as Vick mentors the students.

There will be exclusive footage from the campus, including interviews and a look into what the athletes learn from Vick throughout the season.

Fellow former NFL player-turned-college coach, Deion Sanders, is also an executive producer on the show.

“Michael didn’t step into coaching lightly. He sought guidance, embraced the work, and committed to leading young men with purpose, especially during such a difficult season, both on and off the field. Get ready for the journey!” Sanders said.

by Jeffrey McKinney

January 16, 2026

Almost 40% Of Black Professionals Don’t Know How To Stand Out In Today’s Job Market — Check Out Tips To Help

Focusing on highlighting skills is key to helping uncover job opportunities and accelerating the hiring process.

Excessive competition, uncertainty about their job qualifications, and skills gaps are among factors why securing work now is so challenging for Black professionals.

To boot, AI-generated job searches that some claim are possibly unfair, recent higher unemployment for Blacks than other groups and supposedly being confused about the existing employment hiring process maybe exacerbating matters.

As U.S. job growth in 2025 reached its lowest point since the pandemic in 2020, Blacks have been hit extra hard. Their discharges stem from rollbacks in the federal government, DEI pullbacks, and large layoffs in areas such as education, health services and social assistance.

Now, nearly two-thirds of Blacks in the U.S. are looking for a new job in 2026. Yet, 75% feel unprepared for the job search ahead. Sixty-six percent declared it’s more challenging to find a new job over the last year, based on details on Black American provided to BLACK ENTERPRISE from the professional networking site LinkedIn. The facts are tied to the firm’s general market report.

Kory Kantenga, head of economics, Americas at LinkedIn, reflected by email what tools — along with AI —should Black applicants be using to best position themselves in front of job recruiters across industries such as technology, financial services, and healthcare.

For those planning a change this year, Kantenga says focusing on skills is key to uncovering opportunities and accelerating the hiring process. That means knowing which skills are most in demand—such as AI literacy, conflict mitigation, and adaptability — the skills driving the fastest-growing jobs across industries and showcasing them at every stage of the job search to stand out from the competition.

To help job seekers target roles where they’re most qualified for — and most likely to hear back—LinkedIn created a job match tool. It shows how you match any job and highlights skills you lack so you can upskill. To make the tool work best and be discovered for your skills, he suggests keeping your profile complete: showcase in-demand skills in the skills or experience sections, and craft a current, engaging headline, about, and experience section, and add a photo.

Further, Kantenga says one is not clearly signaling skills in ways recruiters search for. He says some applicants have the right experience but fail to highlight their skills effectively. His advice: List your most relevant skills and reinforce them throughout your experience, projects, education, and volunteer work. “Recruiters increasingly source talent by skills, so show clearly how in-demand skills shaped past work to improve discoverability and strengthen your unique profile.”

Another flaw is staying passive instead of visible within their network: Keep communication active with simple check-ins or comments on posts. Network opens doors, makes connections, and provides insights about companies and roles. Kantenga noted increasing LinkedIn activity— including sharing project insights and participating in groups— can showcase expertise and raise visibility.

He cited that casting a wide net without considering role fit lowers your chances as recruiters sift through a barrage of applicants. As such, focus on quality over quantity: prioritize roles where your skills and experience align. Further, use tools like Job Match to assess fit, decide whether to apply, or identify skills to develop for future opportunities.

Kantenga supplied tips on how Black professionals can become more noticeable in today’s highly competitive labor market:

Build a personal brand that extends beyond your resume.
Reach out to recruiters directly. Messaging a hiring manager can nearly triple your chances of getting hired; LinkedIn’s AI tools can help draft messages if you’re unsure what to say.
Join the conversation. Members are more likely to connect with those engaging with their content. Commenting, sharing insights, and participating in discussions can expand visibility.
AI can help you navigate your job search. LinkedIn’s AI-powered job search allows you to type “I’m specifically hunting for an accounting position in the fashion industry.” That action could help you find opportunities that otherwise may have been missed.

Aligned with networking, you can use an AI-powered people search to find professionals as well as hiring managers in roles or companies you want to connect with. For example, you can search for “someone who has grown a small business” or an “expert in digital marketing” who can help you find a job that you’re pursuing.

Additionally, LinkedIn just released its Jobs on the Rise for this year, calling it one of the fastest-growing job ranking in the U.S., It includes trends on entrepreneurship and freelance work as well as the continued rise of AI jobs from technical to infrastructure roles.

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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

January 16, 2026

Fresh Prince’s Bel-Air Mansion Up For Sale

The property can be bought for under $30 million

The mansion featured in the Will Smith-helmed The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air television sitcom has been listed for sale.

According to TMZ, that infamous property will be up for sale at the end of January for under $30 million. The home, built in 1937, is listed by Sasha Rahban, and Josh and Matt Altman of The Altman Brothers.

The property, located in Brentwood Park, was posted on The Altman Brothers’ Instagram account on Jan. 13.

“YO HOMES TO BEL-AIR! 👑

“One of the most iconic homes in Los Angeles is about to hit the market.

“For the first time in decades, the original exterior façade of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, a globally recognized Georgian Colonial estate, will be offered for sale. (AND BELIEVE IT OR NOT, IT’S IN BRENTWOOD, NOT BEL AIR)”

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Based on the post, the famous mansion sits on a 38,510 square foot corner lot.

TMZ reported that the Georgian Colonial estate has six bedrooms and seven and a half bathrooms, spanning approximately 10,000 square feet.

The mansion is currently being used as a filming location for a Netflix series.

Over five years ago, Smith teamed up with Airbnb to give fans the opportunity to stay at the “iconic Fresh Prince mansion.” The partnership allowed interested parties to rent a room for $30 a night in recognition of the 30th anniversary of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Fans were told that guests will be treated to some old school fun, “Big Willie Style.”

While promoting it, Smith said to potential renters, “Ready for the freshest staycation ever? If this place looks familiar, that’s because it’s just as fly as it was when I first rolled up the driveway. I’m back. And this time, I’m handing you the keys so you’ll have my wing of the mansion all to yourself – but my sneaker collection is off limits, aight?”

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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

January 16, 2026

Tiger Woods Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of Non-Profit, TGR Foundation, Announces $50M Raised

"I am excited for what’s next as we expand alongside our great supporters to reach more young people from communities in need."

World Golf Hall of Famer Tiger Woods announced a $20 million donation from Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank to his nonprofit, the TGR Foundation, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.

The foundation, established in 1996, marked its anniversary with an event, “RED: Celebrating Legacy,” at which Blank announced his contribution, and the organization stated that more than $50 million has been raised to support TGR Foundation’s mission. A new TGR Learning Lab in Atlanta was recently opened. Blank’s donation will help develop the latest educational facility.

Tiger Woods’ legacy extends far beyond the course.

For 30 years, his vision has driven access, opportunity and pathways for young people through education; our impact continues to grow with every student reached.#TigerWoods #TGRFoundation pic.twitter.com/cz7kqoiKBA
— TGR Foundation (@TGRFound) January 14, 2026

“Tonight was a reminder that the legacy I’m most proud of isn’t on the golf course; it’s the work we’ve done to positively impact the lives of students through TGR Foundation,” said Woods in a written statement. “I am excited for what’s next as we expand alongside our great supporters to reach more young people from communities in need.”

All proceeds from donations will be used to develop and scale new programs and expand into more under-resourced communities. With these resources, the TGR Foundation will reach more young people and have a greater impact.

“I have immense respect and admiration for Tiger, not only for his legendary career, but for the way he continues to lead with purpose off the course,” said Blank, chairman of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation.

“It’s truly an honor to partner with someone who believes so deeply in the power of education and community. Seeing the impact of TGR Foundation, from the Learning Labs to the hundreds of thousands of students empowered through its programs, is incredibly inspiring, and I look forward to seeing the impact the TGR Learning Lab Atlanta makes on our community.”

Since its inception, TGR Foundation has served more than 217,000 students, continuing its mission to empower them to pursue their passions through education.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

January 16, 2026

Community Labs Brings Harun Coffee Back To LA’s Historic Leimert Park

Harun Coffee originally closed in 2023.

Harun Coffee has returned to Los Angeles’ historic Leimert Park Village after Community Labs stepped in to help stem the wave of closures among minority-owned businesses in the traditionally Black neighborhood.

On Jan. 9, Harun Coffee celebrated its grand reopening, drawing a long line of locals nearly three years after its 2023 closure, the Los Angeles Times reports. Led by Community Labs, founded by Prophet Walker and Cheron Hall, the firm has been working to support and preserve the legacy of underrepresented communities.

“We are one part of a really powerful movement to pour into this community to create commercial revitalization and beautiful spaces where we can identify ourselves,” Hall said.

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Opened in 2019 by veteran entertainment executive Chace Johnson, Harun quickly became a hub for artists, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers before closing in 2023 due to operational challenges.

Now, through a partnership with Community Labs, the coffee shop has been completely reimagined to blend speakeasy vibes with functional art, including a bi-level table and spool stools by designer Shin Okuda.

Guests enter by pulling open a canary-yellow wall disguised as a merch display. By day, it’s a spot for casual conversation; by night (6–11 p.m., it transforms into a hub for Black social justice, poetry, politics, and performance, honoring the historic role of coffeehouses in Black culture.

“The idea for us to stay open until 11 o’clock at night really came from studying coffee movements in Black communities and what it meant to us in the civil rights era,” Johnson said “A lot of our coffee shops flourished at night, where people had a chance to gather together and talk about whether they were going to be protesting and exchanging ideas.”

The reopening of Harun Coffee is part of Community Labs’ revitalization work in Leimert Park. The firm has funded and advised on other projects the upscale Lore bookstore next door to Harun Coffee, and the spacious Ora Cafe across the street on Degnan Boulevard. Hall calls the area a “gold mine of culture, community, and creativity,” noting that the roughly $300,000 invested in the coffee shop is small compared with its potential impact.

“When we look at commercial assets and small businesses, all of these things revolve around and are anchored by that cultural vibrancy,” Hall said. “Mandate number one is how do we preserve and protect that as we grow.”