::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

buzzz worthy. . . On July 16, TLC  announced the cancellation of its once highest rated show, "19 Kids and Counting."  It has been two months since the news that Josh Duggar had a history of sexual misconduct in his past was revealed.  The network seemed to struggle with the decision to let the show go even after losing advertisers and even in the midst heavy protests to take the show off air completely.  The network continued the relationship with the show afterheld on even after "After thoughtful consideration, TLC and the Duggar family have decided to not move forward with 19 Kids and Counting . The show will no longer appear on the air," the network said in an official statement, adding that "the recent attention around the Duggars has sparked a critical and important conversation about child protection." The network is also doing some PR due diligence and has partnered with agancies to educate the public about child sexual abuse. STAT...

buzzz worthy. . . W hite House Drug Policy Office Funds New Projects in High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Volume of heroine entering country continues to rise in line with addiction and overdose from the drug, t ripling from 210-2013 according to the CDC  Washington, D.C. –  Today, Michael Botticelli, Director of National Drug Control Policy, announced $13.4 million in funding for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA). Of that, $5 million will be directed to a broad range of efforts that will reduce the trafficking, distribution, and use of heroin – a drug that has emerged as a serious threat to multiple regions of the United States. In particular, $2.5 million will fund the Heroin Response Strategy, an unprecedented partnership among five regional HIDTA programs — Appalachia, New England, Philadelphia/Camden, New York/New Jersey, and Washington/Baltimore — to address the severe heroin threat facing those communities through public health-public sa...

buzzz worthy. . . BET NETWORKS TO AIR ORIGINAL NEW EDITION BIOPIC MINISERIES EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY JESSE COLLINS ENTERTAINMENT IN ASSOCIATION WITH NEW EDITION ENTERPRISES Principal Photography Expected for Early 2016   BET is in production on its first scripted music-focused television movie featuring iconic 90's boy group New Edition.  The original miniseries is being produced in partnership with Jesse Collins Entertainment.  New Edition members Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Ronnie DeVoe, Johnny Gill and Ralph Tresvant have all signed on as co-producers for the film that is being developed into a three-night miniseries premiering on BET in 2016.   “It's been a long time coming and that time is finally here! Now that we have signed the deal, New Edition's journey will be captured in a three night miniseries to tell our life story through our very own eyes. We are happy to have New Edition Enterprises collaborate with BET Networks’ Debra Le...

buzzz worthy. . . The diluted landmark Voting Rights Act turned 50 on August 6, 2015.  One of the leaders in the freedom movement, Rep. John Lewis or Georgia and President Obama commemorated the occasion at the White House as shown in the above video. The occasion was bittersweet as the Supreme Court overturned a key provision, Section 5 of the VRA in 2013, leaving the law vulnerable to future revisions.  Obama has urged  Congress to restore the Act to  its original state.

buzzz worthy. . . Recently Released from the Feds Former Playboy TV Producer Ken Francis Inks "Buckwild" YouTube Deal with Fullscreen, Inc.                                                            Los Angeles - Former Playboy TV producer Ken Francis III has signed a deal with Fullscreen, Inc., one of the largest YouTube multi-channel network operators. Fullscreen, Inc., will promote and monetize Francis' YouTube channel, " The Buckwild Show ," an archive of exclusive behind-the-scene footage Francis has secured filming, interviewing and documenting the biggest names in hip hop over the past two decades, including Snoop Dogg, Run DMC, Black Eyed Peas, Pharrell, Bobby Brown , and ...

buzzz worthy. . . (ATLANTA, GA) The legendary actress, SHERYL LEE RALPH is the standard for what a classy, timeless woman embodies. Sheryl has been on the acting scene since she was a very young woman and later blossomed into the original Dreamgirl "Deena Jones" on Broadway. Many know Sheryl as "Dee," our favorite stepmother on Moesha , or as "Maggie Turner" on Nickelodeon's Instant Mom . The multitalented actress lives by the acronym D.I.V.A-- Divinely, Inspired, Victoriously, Alive .   Following Sheryl's lead, SHEEN Magazine traces the everlasting elegance of women over the years including Eartha Kitt, Pam Grier and more. Celebrity makeup artist, Renny Vasquez, who has "beat" the faces of Queen Latifah and Gabrielle Union, gives us his insight on fall makeup trends. With cool weather approaching, keeping your skin and lips hydrated is a must! Read about the  best lip exfoliates and beauty secrets you need in your beauty arsena...

buzzz worthy. . . THE 46TH ANNUAL GMA DOVE AWARDS’ NOMINEES ANNOUNCED TODAY IN NASHVILLE AWARDS TO BE HELD LIVE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13th AT ALLEN ARENA AND WILL AIR GLOBALLY ON (TBN) THE TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 th CELEBRATING “BETTER TOGETHER”  Lecrae Leads With 7 Nominations, Including Artist Of The Year; for KING & COUNTRY Garners 5 Nominations, With Crowder, Chris Tomlin and Matt Maher Each Earn 4  For full list of nominees, go to   www.doveawards.com/nominees NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (August 12, 2015)  — The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced today, from on the campus of Lipscomb University, the nominees in 41 categories for the 46th Annual GMA Dove Awards. The theme of this year’s award show is “Better Together” which focuses on the strength in unity. The conference was also streamed live on CMM MAGAZINE and YES Lord Radio .    The awards show will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at Allen Arena on the cam...