::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

 Dies  at 84 By Mona Austin  "KEEP HOPE ALIVE and  I AM SOMEBODY." are the famous words of the Rev. Jesse Jackson who  helped Africans Americans forge ahead in a nation that would deny them.  He lifted Black people's pride in themselves. Saying "Black is beautiful," he helped the nation understand that Black life mattered and had value and worth in the 70s and 80s.     The towering political and religious figure  has died at the age of 84. His health had declined from   Parkinsons disease. His family said in a statement that he died peacefully on Tuesday morning. His historic  presence as a public servant began as a mentee with MLK when he was a teen.  Any reflections on his life would be incomplete without recognizing him as a great American whose diplomacy and negotiating skills benefitted the nation and wirld from the work on apartheid to Iran .  A presidential run in 1984 in 1988. Ambassador Andrew Young reca...

  You said: ChatGPT said: Robert Duvall  was an American  actor, director, and filmmaker  widely regarded as one of the most respected and versatile performers in Hollywood history. His career spanned  seven decades , and he became known for his powerful, nuanced portrayals of a wide range of characters in film and television. 🎭 Quick Bio Full Name:  Robert Selden Duvall Born:  January 5, 1931, San Diego, California, U.S. Died:  February 15, 2026, Middleburg, Virginia, U.S. Career:  Actor, Director, Producer Years Active:  1952–2022  🍿 Career Highlights 🎬 Iconic Film Roles Duvall appeared in many landmark films including: To Kill a Mockingbird  (1962) – his screen debut as Boo Radley The Godfather  (1972) &  The Godfather Part II  (1974) – Tom Hagen, the trusted consigliere Apocalypse Now  (1979) – Lt. Col. Kilgore, delivering one of cinema’s most famous lines Tender Mercies  (1983) – Oscar-winni...

  On this Presidents’ Day, President Donald J. Trump  honors  the enduring spirit of American leadership by reflecting on the extraordinary progress achieved in his second term.  Under his decisive leadership, the nation has experienced a historic turnaround: inflation has plummeted to its lowest levels in years; the stock market has soared to unprecedented heights; our great military stands stronger than ever; law enforcement is empowered; the border is more secure than at any point in history; and violent crime has plunged to record lows across our cities.   These victories mark the dawn of a new Golden Era of American greatness — where hardworking American citizens are safer, more prosperous, and prouder than ever before. Prices and inflation are way down. President Trump’s decisive economic policies are delivering real relief to American families by slashing inflation, restoring affordability, and increasing take-home pay — paving the way for a Golden Era of...

CHICAGO –   Today, during the Illinois Democratic Senate Primary debate hosted by FOX32, Juliana Stratton showed that she is the fighter Illinoisans are demanding. As the race  solidifies  into a two-way matchup, this debate made it clear: Congressman Krishnamoorthi is offering more of the status quo, Juliana is offering bold new leadership that puts working people first. The debate builds on Juliana’s growing momentum – with less than 30 days until Election Day, voters are tuning into the race and excitement is coalescing behind her campaign. Today, Juliana was endorsed by Sierra Club, and just last week she was endorsed by  US Senator Elizabeth Warren ,  Congressman Eric Sorensen , the  Illinois Federation of Teachers , and activist  Gloria Steinem .  Statement from Juliana for Illinois spokesperson Allison Janowski: “Voters are sick and tired of DC politicians who spend year after year prioritizing special interests while doing nothing to impro...

 The 2026 NAACP Image Awards are led by Ryan Coogler’s Sinners with a commanding 18 nominations , more than double its nearest competitor, Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest , which earned 9 . In television, Bel‑Air tops the field with 7 nominations , followed by Abbott Elementary , Reasonable Doubt , and Ruth & Boaz , each with 6 . Among individual contenders, Teyana Taylor and Kendrick Lamar lead with six nominations each , while the marquee Entertainer of the Year category features Cynthia Erivo, Doechii, Kendrick Lamar, Michael B. Jordan, and Teyana Taylor. This year’s theme — “We See You” — highlights and celebrates Black creativity across film, television, music, and literature.   KEY NOMINEES Outstanding Motion Picture Sinners — 18 nominations total Highest 2 Lowest — 9 nominations Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture Michael B. Jordan — Sinners Denzel Washington — Highest 2 Lowest Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture Jayme Lawson — Sinners Wunmi Mosaku — ...

  First Lady Melania Trump shared a nostalgia-filled message about the role love letters have played in America’s military community in her remarks to military families and service members at Pope Army Airfield and Fort Bragg in North Carolina.   Mrs. Trump said, “Love letters have symbolized the union of patriotism and family devotion among our soldiers for 250 years. The harmony of love of country and love of family is what makes us uniquely American. It is this very balance which strengthens our military and builds our communities.” President Trump and the First Lady joined the military and their families at Fort Bragg and Pope Army Airfield the day before Valentine’s Day. The First Lady added, “The President and I are grateful to be with you—to honor the passion you share through unmatched bravery, resilience, and service to our great Nation.” President Trump and the First Lady saluted military families and the heroic members of the United States Army Special Forces who ca...