Black Information Network

The Black Information Network (BIN) is a radio network and media brand that is part of iHeartMedia. It was launched on June 30, 2020, and serves as an all-news radio network aimed at the African American audience. The network primarily broadcasts key national news headlines, along with current events and special interest stories. Additionally, certain stations include updates on local news, traffic, weather, and sports. Tony Coles serves as the president of the network, while Tanita Myers holds the position of news director.

National, African-American/Black

English

Radio

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Global

#319369

United States

#76194

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#3046

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Shaboozey Side-Eyes Megan Moroney For Who She Says 'Invented' Country Music

1 week ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

Shaboozey went viral for his reaction to fellow country artist Megan Moroney's claim about who "invented" country music. On Monday (May 27), Shaboozey and Moroney took the stage together to present the Favorite Country Duo or Group category at the 2025 American Music Awards in Las Vegas. Before announcing the winner, Shaboozey highlighted country music's role in AMA history, recalling when the award for Favorite Male Country Artist was given to Charley Pride.
Grandma Arrested For Allegedly Sending Money To New Orleans Jail Escapee

1 week ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

The grandmother of one of the 10 inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail has been arrested. According to WDSU News, Connie Weeden, the grandmother of escapee Jermaine Donald, was arrested and charged with felony accessory after the fact. Weeden is accused of assisting the fugitives by providing cash to Donald through a cellphone app.
Black Chick-fil-A Worker Called 'Ape', Threatened To Be 'Put In Cage'

1 week ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

A Black employee at Chick-fil-A has filed a lawsuit alleging that he endured racist abuse from coworkers who called him an "ape" and threatened to be put in a cage. According to the lawsuit obtained by The Independent, Thomas Wade, a former Chick-fil-A worker in Idaho, faced incessant racial discrimination at the franchise despite filing dozens of complaints to his superiors. “Of course he works at Chick-fil-A; he’s Black, so he loves chicken,” one coworker allegedly told Wade.
9-Year-Old Girl Killed While Trying To Protect Siblings From Gunfire

2 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

A nine-year-old girl in Louisiana is being hailed as a hero after she was shot and killed while trying to protect her younger siblings from gunfire. According to PEOPLE, Lee'Lani Brooks, 9, was playing outside her home in New Orleans when gunfire erupted nearby. Brooks and her mom ran inside their home, but a stray bullet hit the nine-year-old in the head as she was ushering her younger siblings to safety. Brooks was taken to a local hospital, where she was declared brain dead.
Olympian Ariana Ramsey Advocates For Universal Healthcare After Viral Paris Experience | Columbia's BIN 105.5

2 weeks ago | binnews.com | Lauren Crawford

In addition to winning bronze at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, U.S. women's rugby star Ariana Ramsey also went viral.
Black Women Lost Most Jobs Among All Workers In April: Report

3 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

Black women lost more jobs than other demographics in April, highlighting the effects of the Trump administration's efforts to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion, according to a report. While the overall unemployment rate for April 2025 remained stagnant, Black women lost 38,000 jobs and their unemployment increased by 106,000, data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows.
Toni Braxton Goes Viral Over Her Controversial Graduation Outfit | The Bay Area's BIN 910

3 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

Toni Braxton has social media buzzing over the outfit she wore to her son's graduation. Over the weekend, Braxton took to Instagram to celebrate her son, Diezel, 22, graduating from Howard University. Braxton shared footage from the graduation, including the moment her son walked across the stage to receive his diploma and her family celebrating the achievement. "I got the best Mother's Day gift!" Braxton wrote.
Lawsuit Filed For Father Charged With Killing Cop After Son's Police Death

3 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

A $25 million lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Rodney L. Hinton, the Ohio father charged with fatally hitting a deputy with his car after his son was killed in a police shooting, per NBC News. The lawsuit was filed last week following a bond hearing for Hinton, who is currently being held in custody in connection with the death of Hamilton County Special Deputy Larry Henderson. Hinton pleaded not guilty to two counts of aggravated murder, one count of murder, and two counts of felonious assault.
John Ewing Jr. Ousts GOP Incumbent To Become Omaha's First Black Mayor

3 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

Democrat John Ewing. Jr. pulled off a historic upset in the race for mayor of Omaha, Nebraska. On Tuesday (May 13), Ewing, the Douglass County Treasurer, defeated Republican incumbent Jean Stothert, who was campaigning for her fourth term as mayor, per Newsweek. Ewing has now made history as Omaha's first Black mayor. "Tonight, we embark on a new chapter," Ewing told supporters.
Ras Baraka Could Become Frontrunner In NJ Governor Race Following Arrest

3 weeks ago | binnews.com | Jovonne Ledet

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka could become a frontrunner in the Democratic primary race for New Jersey governor following his arrest at a federal immigration detention facility, per NBC News. Baraka is among six Democrats on the June 10 primary ballot vying to represent the party in New Jersey's governor race. The Newark mayor has been looking to win over progressive Democratic voters in the crowded primary, but has been outspent by his opponents.