Obituaries - Page 2
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.
Notable People Who Have Passed Away in 2025 UPDATED: April 14th 2025 4:00PM Death is an inevitable part of life, a profound reminder of our shared fragility. The losses of 2025 have been especially heavy, as we’ve said goodbye to remarkable individuals who touched countless lives through their talents and achievements. From trailblazers in art, […]
Legendary heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne died Tuesday at the age of 76, according to a statement from his family. His death comes just weeks after his final performance with Black Sabbath at their “Back to the Beginning” show in Birmingham, England. RELATED STORY: Ozzy Says Goodnight – But We Will Never Say ‘Goodbye!’ His […] The post Ozzy Osbourne Dead at 76 appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.
Renowned educator Ron Clark goes viral for an inspiring and joyful graduation celebration with students at his academy.
Grammy-nominated singer Jaheim is accused in Fulton County of not providing enough water, sanitary conditions, and ventilation to his dogs.
Former Atlanta Mayor and White House advisor Keisha Lance Bottoms has confirmed she is running to become the next governor of Georgia.
Election officials in Georgia plan to cancel about 455,000 inactive voter registrations this summer, one of the largest such purges in U.S. history.
In honor of Clark Atlanta University's Founders' Day, we take a look at some of its notable alumni in civil service, entertainment & more.
Arrangements for Neo-Soul icon Angie Stone include "Celebrations of Life" in Georgia and Her hometown of Columbia, SC this weekend.
D'Wayne Wiggins, a founding member of the legendary soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, has died at 64 following a battle with bladder cancer.
Jazz vibraphonist Roy Ayers, noted as a pioneer in jazz-funk who inspired many, died March 5 following a lengthy illness.
Gene Hackman, Wife Betsy Arakawa, And Dog Found Dead in Their New Mexico Home Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were tragically found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home on Wednesday, alongside their dog. Hackman was 95 years old, while Arakawa was 63. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed […]
