Category: News

13 Penn State Students Charged in Alleged Cocaine Trafficking Ring Tied to Fraternities

Brandon King

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Fourteen people, including 13 current or former Penn State University students, have been charged in connection with an alleged cocaine trafficking operation that authorities say was run through two off-campus fraternity houses. The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office announced the charges Monday, alleging the operation involved members and associates of Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon and operated during 2023 and 2024. Authorities say cocaine was obtained in bulk from contacts in New York and Philadelphia, transported to State College, processed at fraternity houses and distributed primarily to…

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Official Look: Ja Morant’s $90 Nike Twelve Time Set for September Release

Brandon King

Nike has officially unveiled the Nike Twelve Time, Ja Morant’s latest signature-inspired basketball sneaker that delivers performance at an accessible price point. Retailing for just $90, the model is designed to bring Morant’s explosive style of play to a wider audience. The showcased colorway features a rich purple textile upper paired with black detailing, including the Swoosh, laces, tongue, and sculpted midsole. Jagged overlays along the midsole create an aggressive aesthetic that reflects Morant’s dynamic, attacking game, while the textured heel adds another layer of visual depth and stability. While…

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LeBron’s Hummer-Inspired Nike Air Zoom Generation P.E. Expected to Release in 2027

Brandon King

One of the most elusive Player Exclusive versions of LeBron James’ first signature sneaker is reportedly headed for a retail release. According to House of Heat, the Nike Air Zoom Generation P.E. is expected to release in Summer 2027 in a Black/Metallic Gold/Varsity Crimson colorway. The reported SKU is JA6289-001, with pricing still to be announced. The Air Zoom Generation, LeBron’s first signature shoe, debuted during James’ rookie season with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003. The model marked the beginning of one of the most successful signature-shoe partnerships in basketball…

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”Green Screen” Air Jordan 11 Gets Another Look Ahead of Holiday Release

Brandon King

New images of the “Green Screen” Air Jordan 11 have surfaced, giving sneakerheads another opportunity to check out one of Jordan Brand’s most anticipated Holiday 2026 releases. Inspired by the behind-the-scenes filming process of the 1996 classic Space Jam, the “Green Screen” colorway pays tribute to the technology used to bring Michael Jordan’s iconic on-screen performance to life. While the sneaker doesn’t directly recreate any on-court look from the film, its storytelling theme celebrates one of the most memorable collaborations between basketball and Hollywood. The latest look showcases the signature…

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Alcorn State’s Demetrion Duvall Named to FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List

Brandon King

LORMAN, Miss. — Alcorn State punter Demetrion Duvall is receiving national recognition heading into the 2026 football season. Duvall has been named to the 2026 FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List, becoming one of just 14 punters from across the Football Championship Subdivision under consideration for the prestigious award. The junior from Akron, Ohio, established himself as one of the Southwestern Athletic Conference’s top specialists during the 2025 season. Duvall averaged 42.7 yards on 49 punts, totaling 2,093 yards. He recorded a career-long 63-yard punt against Florida A&M…

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Making A Difference: Albany State Football Strengthens Community Ties by Adopting Nine Elementary Schools

Brandon King

Albany State Football is proving that its impact reaches far beyond the football field. The Golden Rams were recently featured by WALB News after announcing a new community initiative in which the program has adopted nine elementary schools within the Dougherty County School System. The effort aims to build meaningful relationships with local students through mentorship, encouragement, and community engagement. By connecting student-athletes with young learners, Albany State hopes to inspire academic excellence, leadership, and confidence while reinforcing the importance of education and community involvement. The initiative reflects the university’s…

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Cade Cunningham Didn’t Believe Recruiting LeBron James Would Change His Free-Agency Decision

Brandon King

Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham apparently didn’t see much value in trying to recruit LeBron James during free agency. Cunningham recently explained that he didn’t reach out to James because he didn’t believe his pitch would have changed the course of LeBron’s decision. While recruiting superstar free agents has become a common part of NBA roster building, Cunningham seemingly understood that James’ decision would ultimately come down to what was best for LeBron and his career. Rather than making a call just for the sake of making one, Cunningham opted…

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FIRST LOOK Supreme x Nike Air Max 2000

Brandon King

Supreme is going deep into the Nike archives for its latest collaboration. The Supreme x Nike Air Max 2000 has officially surfaced in first-look imagery, marking the return of a silhouette that has been largely absent from Nike’s lineup since its original run around the turn of the millennium. The Air Max 2000 originally arrived as part of Nike’s Alpha Project, bringing a futuristic aesthetic to the Air Max family with its layered upper, bold paneling and visible Air cushioning. For the Supreme collaboration, the sneaker receives a striking makeover.…

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Stephen A. Smith Vows to Fire Back After NABJ Gives Him ‘Thumbs Down’ Award

Brandon King

Stephen A. Smith is preparing to respond after the National Association of Black Journalists gave him one of the organization’s most pointed honors at its conference in Atlanta. Smith received the NABJ’s “Thumbs Down” award, with the organization citing what it described as his “recurring public pattern of disparaging public commentary directed at prominent Black women across politics, sports and media.” Rather than ignore the recognition, Smith made it clear that he intends to answer back. “This is the epitome of Christmas arriving early,” Smith wrote on social media. “The…

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The LeBron Effect? The NBA’s 2026-27 Schedule Is Raising Fair Questions About Favoritism

HODARI Brown

The NBA released its 2026-27 regular-season schedule, and one team immediately jumped off the page. The Philadelphia 76ers. That alone would not necessarily be controversial. Philadelphia entered the offseason as one of basketball’s most fascinating teams. But then LeBron James chose Philadelphia, joining Joel Embiid and a loaded roster that suddenly became one of the NBA’s biggest attractions. Now look at the schedule. Philadelphia has one of the most favorable rest profiles in basketball. Reports and schedule analyses circulating since the release show the Sixers among the league’s leaders in…

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