When the fridge is empty, bills are stacked high, and the stress of “how am I going to feed my family?” keeps you up at night — food banks become more than just a place to pick up groceries. They’re lifelines. They’re proof that community care still exists in a world that often feels cold. And let’s keep it real: with rising prices and wages not always keeping up, more North Texans — from Dallas to Denton, Fort Worth to Frisco — are leaning on food banks than ever before.

Starting November 1, 2025, New Mexico will officially make history as the first U.S. state to provide free universal child care to all families—no income restrictions, no copays, no complicated hoops to jump through. Every child, from infants to preschoolers, will now have access to state-supported care.

Lil Nas X finds himself in the headlines for reasons that have nothing to do with a catchy hook or a bold fashion statement. Instead, it’s about mental health, vulnerability, and the reality of what happens when pressure collides with pain.

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On a quiet September morning, Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi was shaken to its core. Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old student from Grenada, Mississippi, was found dead — hanging from a tree near the campus pickleball courts. His story has since spread across the country, igniting grief, outrage, and suspicion. And here at Shalena Speaks, we’re digging deeper — not just into what happened, but the why it matters. Because Trey Reed’s name deserves mo

Let’s talk about it—because if you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you already know your wallet has been side-eyeing you. Beef prices have been skyrocketing, and it feels like every trip to the meat aisle is another reminder that inflation is still doing its thing. But what’s really behind the rising cost of beef, and what does this mean for families, small businesses, and even your favorite fast-food runs? Let’s dig in.

When we talk about Black creativity shaping the culture, we can’t forget the innovators making magic for our kids. Author Stephanie Singleton is doing just that! Known for her children’s book series that highlights imagination, learning, and joy, Singleton has now taken things up a notch — she’s officially launched a kids’ toy marching band inspired by her own stories.

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A Story That Shook Families Everywhere When 16-year-old Adam Raine took his life in August 2025, his parents were left not only grieving but also grappling with a haunting reality: their son hadn’t turned to classmates, friends, or even family during his darkest hours. Instead, he had confided in a chatbot.

We live in a time where an “influencer” can change your mind faster than your mama or your pastor ever could. One post, one TikTok, one viral video—and suddenly you’re buying a $70 face cream, voting differently, or feeling like your life is trash compared to someone else’s highlight reel.

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Discord was never supposed to be this. When it launched in 2015, it was marketed as a fun chat app for gamers — a place to talk strategy during “Call of Duty” raids, share anime memes, and build friendships in digital spaces. Fast-forward to 2025, and it’s at the center of one of the most disturbing conversations of our time: its repeated connection to mass shootings. What started as whispers — “the shooter had a Discord server” — has now become a pattern impossible to ig

Erika Kirk, the wife of Charlie Kirk, delivers a powerful speech in this video where she shares her personal beliefs and convictions. In her speech, Erika thanks her friends and family for their support and reflects on the great privilege of being a wife. She emphasizes the importance of Christian faith and encourages the audience to be "unapologetically Christian" and "biblically literate." She also expresses her belief that the next generation needs to get married and h

The nation is still in shock after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA. What was supposed to be a speech at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, ended in chaos and tragedy. Now, just days later, Utah authorities have arrested Tyler James Robinson, 22, as the suspect. He is being held in Utah County Jail without bail, facing charges of aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily har

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Channel 5 with Andrew Callaghan has built a reputation for going where others won’t, capturing raw stories that cut to the heart of America’s tensions. In the video “The Last Person to Debate Charlie Kirk (Exclusive Interview),” Callaghan sits down with Hunter, a young math major who unexpectedly became part of history — the last person to publicly debate conservative commentator Charlie Kirk before his tragic assassination at Utah Valley University.

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Keke Wyatt is no stranger to headlines, but this time the R&B powerhouse is at the center of a deeply personal family controversy that has spilled into the public eye. The Allegations Her 23-year-old son, Rahjah Ke’ Morton—an openly LGBTQ cancer survivor—went viral after joining the popular “Put a Finger Down” TikTok challenge. In his version, Rahjah shared disturbing claims: that while the world saw his mother stand by him during his battle with leukemia, behind closed d

When Kelly Price decides to speak, she doesn’t just talk, she sings , even when there’s no melody. The powerhouse vocalist, known for her unmatched range and pen game, recently took to Instagram Live and unleashed a fiery rant that had the internet buzzing. And let’s be real—it wasn’t just drama for the timeline. It was a raw, unfiltered look at what happens when a Black woman gets tired of being everybody’s punching bag.

It shouldn’t matter the race… damn! Can we just be HUMAN! People are DYING over NOTHING… WORDS… Territory? My heart goes out to everyone who’s lost someone this way! This has to STOP in our nation, our WORLD. 💔 #EnoughIsEnough #BREAKING” These words echo painfully across America today. From the streets of Chicago shaken by mass shootings, to TikTok threats of National Guard crackdowns, and the spread of deadly new drugs in Philadelphia and Oregon, lives are being lost over

On September 10, 2025, the unimaginable happened. Charlie Kirk, only 31 years old, was gunned down while speaking at Utah Valley University. For all of the headlines and political debates that swirl around his name, one fact now overshadows them all: he was a husband, a father, and a son whose life was taken far too soon.

When Megan Thee Stallion pulled up to the Are You A Charlotte? podcast, it wasn’t your average sit-down interview. From the jump, the vibe was relaxed. Megan wasn’t trying to put on some polished media front—she was just being herself. The back-and-forth between her and the host felt easy, like you were eavesdropping on two friends swapping stories over drinks.

Let’s keep it real—what we’re seeing right now is a shift. DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) was the buzzword after 2020, when corporations scrambled to prove they “stood with” Black businesses. Shelves in places like Target and Walmart were suddenly sprinkled with Black-owned products. It felt like a win. But fast-forward to 2025, and the curtain has been pulled back. DEI budgets are being slashed, initiatives are being cut, and many Black-owned businesses are quietly bein