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09/04/2024

Opens Up About Emotional Breakdown Over Late Parents During Stand-Up Special…

The Hollywood veteran lost his mother in 2020 and his father three years later.

09/03/2024

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09/02/2024

Kelly Rowland Dazzles with Radiant Platinum Locks in Italy, Accompanied by the Radiant Lily Collins, the Iconic Serena Williams, the Soulful Alicia Keys, and More

As the summer enters its final days, Black celebrities shine bright from coast to coast.

09/02/2024

Des Allemands man drowns during fishing trip in St. Charles

St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office says a 39-year-old man was fishing with his children when he decided to jump into the water and began swimming.

09/02/2024

Authorities Implicate Diddy & Daphne Joy, Commanding Miami Hotel Docs for Probe

Federal prosecutors named Diddy and Daphne Joy in the grand jury subpoena of a Miami hotel in a s*x trafficking investigation.

09/02/2024

Is it Within Beyoncé, Celine Dion, and Foo Fighters' Power to Halt Trump's Use of Their Songs? The Struggle is Real

Depending on how and where their music is used, musicians may have grounds to take action beyond rebuking, according to legal experts.

09/02/2024

Discuss finances immediately to prevent familial monetary shocks

Discover the impact of reverse mortgages on family inheritance and the importance of open conversations with heirs. Learn more from MVLS.

09/02/2024

New Orleans Mayor Announces Master P As Super Bowl LIX ‘Entertai

Master P will be the Entertainment Ambassador for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans revealed the Mayor Cantrell.

09/02/2024

From Sacred Songs to Soulful Rhythms: Gospel Tunes Captivate Young Hearts with Vibrant New Beats

Gospel music has long been known as a powerful source of expressing faith. Over the years, it has branched beyond its roots to influence a range of genres.

09/02/2024

Actress Betty Bridges, mother to Todd Bridges, dies

She appeared on dozens of series, including 'Diff'rent Strokes,' 'Hill Street Blues,' 'Ally McBeal' and 'ER,' and was a manager and acting teacher, too.

09/02/2024

Federal detectives initiate an inquiry into the tragic Mississippi bus accident that claimed 7 lives and left many others gravely wounded

Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board are at the scene of a bus crash in Mississippi that killed seven people and injured dozens of others. NTSB member Todd Inman

09/02/2024

Angel Reese shatters the WNBA's single-season rebounding record: Sky luminary etches her name in the annals of history with a heart-stirring performance against the Lynx

Reese's 405th rebound of the season pulled her ahead of Sylvia Fowles for the record

09/02/2024

The Infamous Chase Bank Financial Fiasco Is Sweeping the Internet, Yet the Repercussions May Be Dire

Think twice before rushing to your nearest Chase bank, hoping to cash in on a so-called viral "glitch." What some call a loophole has become a nightmare for many, leaving them with crushing debt and possible legal action. Here's the deal: This "glitch" involves people depositing fake checks for larg...

09/02/2024

Chick-Fil-A Unveils 1st 'Elevated Drive-Thru' Experience

The restaurant features an elevated kitchen with a sophisticated conveyer belt to deliver a meal from the team above to the team below every six seconds.

08/31/2024

Rapper, Fatman Scoop, has died at age 53
"Photo courtesy of Getty Images"

08/29/2024

Small changes can add up in ways we don't always notice, slowly transforming our work environment. Tomorrow on Afford Anything, host Paula Pant is joined by Dr. Tessa West and they’re discussing how it’s often the tiny details, not the big picture, that shape our experiences and impact how we feel about our jobs.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/AffordAnything

08/28/2024

Don't miss the VIP Section from 6-10pm. It’s a Wednesday with Teiko Foxx!!!! Tune in for your chance to win a pair of tickets to The Bayou Blues Festival on October 5 featuring Tucka, King George, Pokey Bear, Theodus Ealey, JWonn, and LeBrado OR Childish Gambino The New World Tour featuring Willow on September 7. Simply comment “ ”! In the 6 o'clock hour Teiko will be looking for lucky caller #6. Caller #6 will have first dibs on the prize they want. Then Caller #6 will randomly choose a number from 1 to the number of comments below and that person will win also.

08/27/2024

on deck with THEE DJ Incredible! Listen live on the Q106.5 app

08/26/2024

Tune in and turn up the VIP Section from 6-10pm during your evening drive with ME - Teiko Foxx! 🎶 Tune in for the perfect Monday soundtrack! Catch up on what you missed over the weekend in the Da Weekend Rewind! Plus I'll have tickets to giveaway to check out 1st S.E.R.A. Black Rodeo and Childish Gambino The New World Tour. You gotta listen to WIN. "

08/26/2024

Check out weekday with on … by Club Castle Lounge!

08/25/2024

Prayers up for 🙏🏾

Forced to Cancel NY Concert, T-Boz Hospitalized…

T-Boz is gonna be seeing a lot of scrubs ... she's in a hospital after what she thought was food poisoning spiraled into something much worse, forcing TLC to pull the plug on its weekend shows.

08/24/2024

at with for their Barbershop Bash at 401 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr., in Baton Rouge….where they are providing free screenings for prostate and colorectal cancers for African American men ages 45 and over. Attendees can enjoy free food, giveaways, door prizes, and live music til Noon!

08/22/2024

The is on deck with THEE DJ INCREDIBLE! Listen live on the Q106.5 app

08/22/2024

| The East Baton Rouge Parish Library presents Artist Talk with Alsha Joshi...August 24th at 10 at the Goodwood Library!

08/21/2024

and Welcome Their Baby Boy…

The long-awaited arrival of Ashanti and Nelly’s bundle of joy has finally come! The baby boy, named Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, made his grand entrance Wednesday afternoon. The story broke exclus…

08/21/2024

It’s Wednesday inside the VIP Section with Teiko Foxx!!!! To seize your chance at scoring a pair of tickets to The Bayou Blues Festival on Oct. 5 featuring Tucka, King George, Pokey Bear, Theodus Ealey, JWonn, and LeBrado OR the 1st Baton Rouge S.E.R.A. Black Rodeo at the Raising Canes River Center on Saturday, Sept. 28, simply comment “ ”! We're selecting two fortunate souls. Check in from 6PM-10PM to connect

08/20/2024

On National Radio Day, we celebrate the timeless power of radio to connect, entertain, and inspire communities across the globe, one broadcast at a time!

08/20/2024

Woman apprehended, accused amidst heartbreaking Ville Platte slaying.

Ville Platte police investigate homicide

08/19/2024

Concert Tickets Slashed After Fan Boycott Over Family Dispute…

Brian McKnight Concert Tickets Slashed After Fan Boycott Over Family Dispute Brian McKnight Concert Tickets Slashed After Fan Boycott Over Family Dispute

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Small changes can add up in ways we don't always notice, slowly transforming our work environment. Tomorrow on Afford Anything, host Paula Pant is joined by Dr. Tessa West and they’re discussing how it’s often the tiny details, not the big picture, that shape our experiences and impact how we feel about our jobs. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/AffordAnything #Sponsored

Football season is almost here, which means it’s time for your fantasy team draft! Tune in to Under The Helmet for a head start on building your roster and follow along throughout the season for player updates. #Bleav Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/UnderTheHelmet #Sponsored

It’s #WinWin Wednesday!!!! If you would like a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Bayou Blues Festival on Oct. 5 OR the 1st Baton Rouge S.E.R.A. Black Rodeo at the Raising Canes River Center on Saturday, Sept. 28. Comment “#WinWin” AND Text #WinWin to 225-499-1106 to win! A lottery will choose two lucky winners. #Like #Share

It’s almost back-to-school time and The Stacking Benjamins Show wants you to be prepared! Len Penzo joins this week’s episode to breakdown his annual sandwich study, which began in 2009, just to prove that packing your lunch is cheaper than buying food at a restaurant. Today, Len and Stacking Benjamins will compare the cost of ten sandwiches and see which one is this year's champion! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/StackingBenjamins #Sponsored

Ed Mylett is sitting down this week and diving into a topic that affects so many – overcoming the pursuit of perfection. Today’s episode of The Ed Mylett Show is packed with actionable advice and motivational insights to empower you to keep moving forward and growing. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/EdMylettShow #Sponsored

Join me inside the VIP Section tonight from 6 pm to 10 pm. Catch Da Weekend Rewind in the 7 o’clock hour. Plus I have all the details on how you can WIN tickets to check out the hottest shows coming to the capital city and surrounding areas. Who knows I may have something to give away but you have to listen longer to find out. See you at 6!

Tap in NOW. Da Weekend Rewind is up. Plus, details on how you can win tickets to check out the hottest shows coming to BR and surrounding areas. It’s always a VIBE!❤️

Elevate your radio experience. Unlock your VIP access inside the VIP Section tonight from 6 pm - 10 pm. Where every listener is a VIP! Who knows? I may have tickets to give away. But you have to listen to WIN!!!!💙💛

A few years ago, we didn't give a lot of thought about where to keep an emergency fund. But today's economic climate has changed all that. This week, the Stacking Benjamins podcast discusses emergency funds and why it's worth everyone's time to figure out their Emergency Fund plan. How much should you keep? How much is too little? How much is too much? Where do many people run into trouble? Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/StackingBenjamins #Sponsored

It’s Frrriiiyyyaayyyy! Time to turn up & tune in to the VIP Section 6 PM-10 PM. Mr. Versatile aka Lil Daddy will be my GUEST DJ inside the 7 o’clock hour. Wanna be the guest DJ? Text your name and contact number to 225-499-1106.

Today we remember and honor heroes who laid down their lives for our freedom this Memorial Day, we draw inspiration from their unwavering dedication and spirit of sacrifice. If you have a loved one you would like to acknowledge, post their name and/or photo in the comments below. Join me inside the VIP Section 6 PM-10 PM.

Are you ready for the 30th Essence Festival of Culture starring Birdman and the 30 years of Cash Money Millionaires performance, Janet Jackson, Usher Charlie Wilson and Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly plus Victoria Monet, Jacquees, Busta Rhymes, Ayra Starr, plus TGT, SWV, Tank and The Bangas with Teedra Moses, HaSizzle & Dawn Richard, D-Nice featuring Shelia E, Big Boi, Donell Jones, Tweet, Lloyd, Michael Montano & Method Man, The Roots featuring Ari Lennox, Mickey Guyton and T-Pain and more… July 5th – July 7th at the Caesar’s Superdome in New Orleans… Stay with us because even more artists to be announced

It’s Frrriiiyyyaayyyy! Time to turn up & tune in to the VIP Section 6 PM-10 PM. At 7 PM Shanae Ennis aka the Bayou Queen will be my first GUEST DJ inside the 7 o’clock hour. Wanna be the guest DJ? Text your name and contact number to 225-499-1106.

Diddy Speaks…

#Diddy speaks out for the first since the video was released of him violently assaulting #Cassie: “My behavior on that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video.” What are your thoughts about the whole situation thus far? We’d like to hear them.

Everything must come to an end… In the Red Clay Podcast, hosted by Sean Kipe returns in June for the final episode of Season 2. Dive deep into the legend of Billy Sunday Birt, the most dangerous man in Georgia's history, and follow along on the journey for truth behind the notorious figure. Binge Seasons 1 & 2 now! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. lnk.to/InTheRedClay #Sponsored

Tune in and turn up the VIP Section during your evening drive from 6pm-10pm. Join me for the latest hits and the best in R&B. I might even have tickets to check out Tank’s R&B Money Tour featuring Tank, Carl Thomas, & Keri Hilton on May 10th. Join me inside the VIP Section where it’s nothing but a party.

Make sure you join me Inside the VIP Section - a Tuesday Edition from 6pm -10 pm - where EVERY listener is VIP. Mr. Sweet Release Kevin Ross knows what time it is. Your VIP hotspot.

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Your Morning can be a whole lot better with The Rickey Smiley Morning Show! Catch us bright and early at 5am on Q106.5, Baton Rouge's favorite station for Today's R&B and Throwbacks. Time to kick-start your day with a good laugh! Streaming is FREE at Q106dot5.com