Survivors of domestic violence are having to grapple with a seriously dangerous trifecta; the holidays where abuse usually skyrockets, a pandemic that put millions of people on the unemployment line – including abusers whose anger and frustration are at a tipping point and victims victims – spending an inordinate amount of time with their abusers […]

Last week, security had to escort the singer's ex out of her home for an argument that got too heated.

Sir The Baptist breaks the story behind his single “Deliver Me” and what inspired the song. The artist talks about how domestic violence effects the church and how often it’s hidden within the congregation because of the beliefs of many. Take a look at the full interview below: What are your thoughts? Follow Us On […]

GRIFF and Erica Campbell talk about domestic violence with in-studio guest Pat Smith.

A video of ex-NFL player Ray McDonald during a domestic violence incident with the mother of his child in 2015 has recently surfaced. The lawyer representing the mother referred to the clip as “one of the most horrific videos I’ve seen and heard in my 46 years practicing law.”

A South Carolina state representative—best known for his support of the Confederate battle flag—was arrested yesterday after allegedly beating his wife and pointing a gun at her.  Rep. Chris Corley posted a $20,000 bond on Tuesday and was released with conditions that he won’t make contact with his wife or possess a firearm. Corley, 36, was […]

Prayers are going up for Tamar Braxton and her husband Vincent Herbert after they were said to be in a domestic dispute.

Grammy Award nominated gospel artist James Fortune who is known for chart-topping gospel radio classics such as “I Believe” and “I Trust You” sat down with “The 700 Club” television program Tuesday to discuss the domestic abuse charges that rocked his household and shocked the gospel music industry two years ago. (via: TheBelleReport & CBN) “For the first time, I am sitting down […]

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Kerry Washington sheds light on financial abuse as an ambassador for the Allstate Foundation Purple Purse campaign.

After Grammy-nominated gospel recording artist James Fortune pled guilty to assaulting his wife Cheryl Fortune last week, many within the Body of Christ went quiet. (via: EEWMagazine.com) But social activist and Baltimore-based pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant said in a recent Periscope video, “I cannot afford with what is taking place in this hour to go […]

James Fortune pleaded guilty to assaulting his wife. Fortune accepted a plea deal of third degree felony charge of assault – family violence. Tuesday, he was sentenced to five years of probation and five days in jail. He must also serve 175 hours of community service and complete a “batterer’s intervention” program and stay away […]

Former Baltimore Ravens player Ray Rice has been tapped to help coach and advise players of the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl as a co-running back coach, ESPN reports.