Mother of Armed Teen Killed At Chicago Gas Station Doesn’t Blame the Off Duty Officer
Monday, three young men approached a man at a gas station to rob him. One pointed a gun at the man while the other two went through his car. The man turned over his wallet, then eventually pulled out his gun and shot the armed robber in the head. The man getting rob...
Off Duty Cop Kills Armed, Teen Robber, But Where Is The Compassion?
Unless you haven't been on social media or watched the news lately, you have heard about this case. An off-duty Cook County Sheriff's officer shot and killed a teenage boy who tried to rob him at gun point while pumping gas at a Citgo gas station on the southside of...
Have You Heard Of The Jim Crow Museum Tour?
Here is something new for you. There is a Jim Crow Museum in Big Rapids, Michigan at the campus of Ferris State University. The museum was opened a few years ago. It was founded by David Pilgrim, a black man. He is the curator of the museum and the #1 cheerleader for...
7 Reasons You Should Choke Yourself If You Only Celebrate Black History During February
You might think I'm playing in the title saying someone should choke themselves if they only celebrate black history during February, but you would be wrong. I would love for these people to choke themselves because it is illegal for me to do it for them....
11 Kappas Arrested At UGA: Has The Time Come For Historically Black Fraternities To End Hazing?
You have probably heard this story before. Modern day black fraternities are non-hazing organizations. They don't participate in the "beating in" of their members. However, a report comes out to the contrary. It happened again. This time at the University of Georgia...
“I’m Not Laughing”… The Resurgence of Racist Jokes on Television
Hello again UI. I am an avid television watcher, that loves all kinds of programming. I have seen good shows and bad. I am getting into the gritter shows that are on channels like HBO, FX, AMC, (the list goes on). Also I have interest in many comedies that are on the...
Talking About Good and Bad Hair
It’s a story as old as time. Black women are very attached to their hair. Natural, relaxed, or somewhere in between it’s a very large part of our identity. Yesterday while perusing the comment section of a blog that caters to Black women I saw a picture of rapper...
High School’s Black History Lunch Menu of Fried Chicken, Cornbread, Greens, and Watermelon Spark Controversy
Carondelet High School for Girls in Concord, California wanted to celebrate black history month, but managed to really upset some conscious parents. The school was serving fried chicken, collard greens, cornbread, and watermelon.....because you know? That's what y'all...
Jordan’s Flight 23 Grand Opening In NYC Draws The Black Community, But What About Our Schools?
Michael Jordan's brand Flight 23 held the big grand opening for their first flagship retail store recently. The first Jordan only selling shoe store in the country was opened in New York City on 225 34th St between 7th and 8th Ave. It was greeted with large fan fare...
Who Are The UI Facebook Admins?
You have wondered who are the people behind the UI Facebook page, so we thought it would be great to post profiles. Below are a list and details of the various admins you interact with on Facebook on a day to day basis. If you haven't figured it out, we personalize...
7 Reasons I Would Pick Cotton For $100 per hr, Would You?
Came across an interesting meme today that sparked a bit of controversy and discussion among the UI Family. Many of you ask me my position on the question posed, so I thought it would be great to release my view point. The Question: Would You Pick Cotton For $100/hr?...
White Privilege: GOP Congressman Threatens To Break Reporter In Half, But Richard Sherman Is A Thug
I was recently in an inbox discussion with a white woman who was perplexed by the concept of white privilege, so I thought a quick discussion might be in order. Fortunately, there is always news, examples and real life opportunities to point out some of this madness...
WTF: The Game Wants In For Celebrity Fight, But How in the Hell Is George Zimmerman Considered A Celebrity?
Unless you have been living under a rock (could be snow if you the Midwest), you have heard George Zimmerman has agreed to participate in a Celebrity boxing match. The match is to take place on March 1st, 2014, but no opponent has been agreed upon. At this time, over...
“Mandatory Life Sentence” Society’s Insurmountable Debt.
Urban Intellectuals, I come to you today with an issue that affects our community more than you really know. Yes we have gone beyond the days of being hung from trees and given death sentences for looking at white women. We have also let the world know that you...
6 Reasons Black Athletes Will Never Be Activist Like Those Of The 1960s
There is no doubt our modern day, black athletes are nothing like the activist athletes of the 1960's or 1970's. This is the era of Muhammad Ali, Curt Flood, Spencer Haywood, Smith and Carlos, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Mike Warren, Lucius Allen, the Harvard University Crew...
Rev. Wright Says “King Had A Dream. Obama Had A Drone.”
This is going to ruffle some of your feathers because I know you love President Obama with all your heart, but i'm going to say it anyway. There is no way in hell you should be comparing or even mentioning President Obama in the same sentence with Dr. Martin Luther...
11 Reasons Why Richard Sherman Is A Hero And Crabtree Is A BUM!
I swore I wasn't going to write about this, but the MADNESS MUST BE SILENCED. It is my duty to do just that and remarkably, it isn't that difficult to do. All you have to do is see the clip of Super Bowl bound Richard Sherman and bum, Michael Crabtree completely. Like...
Shedding A Light On Our Heroes – A Brief Discussion On Skin Color
Hello again UI. It’s funny how a passing thought can become a deep lament that questions you opinions on life and current events. What I mean is this. I was looking at the life of the great Fredrick Douglas, and decided to look at him as a man and not for his...
The Growing Dilemma – The problem with Urban Gardening
Hello Urban Intellectuals. I have missed you… Have you missed me? Anyways, I have another thought provoking blog for your digestion… Literally. In the past few months I have heard a lot about this whole “Urban Gardening” thing. It is a simple enough idea. “Grow your...
15 Suggestions For Raising Intelligent Black Children
Everyone in the black community wants to raise intelligent children. This a common thread that runs through all our homes, so we thought it would be great to share our suggestions for raising intelligent black children. Be Their First Teacher Sounds like a no brainer...
