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Billie Eilish receives MLK Jr. Beloved Community Environmental Justice Award

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Billie Eilish accepted the 2026 MLK Jr. Beloved Community Environmental Justice Award in Atlanta over the weekend.

After receiving the honor presented by the King Center, Billie admitted in her acceptance speech that it was “hard to celebrate” given that environmental justice feels “less achievable than ever given the state of our country and the world right now.”

“We’re seeing our neighbors being kidnapped, peaceful protesters being assaulted and murdered, our civil rights being stripped, resources to fight the climate crisis being cut, fossil fuels and animal agriculture destroying our planet, and people’s access to food and health care becoming a privilege for the wealthy instead of a new basic human right for all Americans,” she said. “It is very clear that protecting our planet and our communities are not a priority for this administration.”

But she said that being at the event was giving her hope for the future.

“I am so inspired by all the stories and the other honorees tonight and everyone in this room, and I’m grateful to everyone and for the huge community of people who are taking action centered on Dr. King’s message,” she said. “I have this platform and I think it’s my responsibility to use it, so I feel like I’m just doing what anyone in my position should be doing.”

Billie previously raised more than $11.5 million in donations through her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour for her Changemaker Program, which helps organizations fighting food insecurity and the climate crisis.

The annual MLK Jr. Beloved Community Awards is set to air on BET in February.

‘Severe’ geomagnetic storm could make northern lights visible in southern US

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — A strong geomagnetic storm could soon interact with Earth’s atmosphere, bringing the potential for northern lights displays to be seen much further south in the continental U.S., according to space weather experts.

A Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) — a massive burst of solar material and magnetic field from the sun’s outer atmosphere — that occurred on Sunday is expected to reach Earth within the next 24 hours, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center and the U.K.’s Met Office.

Strong (G3) or severe (G4) geomagnetic storm conditions could occur as a result of the CME, including auroras that extend as far south as Alabama and northern California.

Northern light displays occur when a solar flare interacts with the atoms and molecules in Earth’s atmosphere.

As the solar flare clashes with the upper atmosphere, it causes the atoms to emit a glow, creating a spectrum of light in the night sky.

Whether the auroras will actually be visible will depend on how the CME arrives, the magnetic orientation of the CME’s magnetic field and how cloudy it is locally.

The best time to see the northern lights in the U.S. is generally between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. local time, and traveling to the darkest location possible is recommended for the best viewing, according to NOAA.

The storm could also impact power systems, spacecraft operations, radio frequencies and satellite navigation.

Geomagnetic storms are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. A G3 storm could require voltage corrections on power systems and cause intermittent satellite navigation and low-frequency radio navigation problems, according to NOAA.

Under a G4 storm, possible widespread voltage control problems and other issues on power grids could occur, as could increased satellite navigation and low-frequency radio navigation problems.

Spacecrafts could also experience surface charging and tracking problems.

The sun’s magnetic field reached its solar maximum phase of its 11-year cycle in October 2024 and has continued to emit strong solar flares and geomagnetic storms, leading to an increase in aurora displays.

Intense magnetic activity caused by sunspots are expected to last through 2026, according to NOAA.

NOAA is currently analyzing the data for the most recent CME.

T.I. cuts dreadlocks, returns with new single ‘Let Em Know’

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

T.I. took some time away from making music, but he’s officially back, returning with the signature fade he wore in the early years of his rap career.

After years of wearing dreadlocks, the rapper posted a video on social media teasing the song and his hair transformation. The clip opens with the sound of buzzing clippers and glimpses of T.I. in the barber chair. “Get ready, it’s time,” a voice-over says, which is followed by on-screen text announcing his new song.

“He’s Baaaaaaack!!!!!!” T.I. added in the caption. “Let Em Know,” produced by Pharrell aka Skateboard P, is out now.

“Let Em Know” is set to appear on T.I.’s upcoming album, Kill the King. Speaking to TMZ in 2023, he explained the meaning behind the title. “’Kill the King’ to me, it’s a representation of killing the ego,” he said. “I feel like the King of the South moniker is very egotistical, self-gratuitous, and it’s a persona that kind of enters the room before I do physically.”

T.I. previously told Baller Alert that the project will be his final album, and described what kind of music fans will hear. “So my last album is Kill the King, which will be, you know, it’s gon’ be edgy, energetic,” he said. “It’s gon’ have a lot of Tip in it … but I’ve been making somewhat, I guess, more melodic, you know, more R&B vibes, Afrobeat-R&B vibe, party music.”

“Let Em Know” follows T.I.’s 2024 releases “LLogclay” featuring YoungBoy Never Broke Again, and “Thank God” featuring Young Dro and Kirk Franklin with the Sunday Service Choir. His last full-length album was 2020’s L.I.B.R.A.

The women of the ’90s show up for Suzy Bogguss at the Opry

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Suzy Bogguss is now officially a member of the Grand Ole Opry, after she was inducted by Reba McEntire during Friday night’s show.

After Suzy sang her hits “Someday Soon,” “Aces” and “Outbound Plane,” Trisha Yearwood came out — which was a surprise to the audience.

“I love this woman,” she said of Suzy. “It’s really an honor to be here on such a special moment. To get to be here on the night you were invited and to be here tonight is just amazing.”

“Suzy Bogguss is one of those artists who doesn’t just sing songs, she lives them,” Trisha continued. “Her voice, her heart, her commitment to the music have inspired so many, including me.”

Then Reba came on for the official induction.

“Suzy Bogguss’ voice is like an angel’s voice,” Reba told the crowd. “When she sings you know it. You know it when you hear it on the radio. I am so proud to give you this trophy that tells you that you are the latest member of the Grand Ole Opry. Congratulations!”

Suzy admitted she was a little overwhelmed.

“I can’t even express it to you. And you know me — I talk a lot and I can’t even find words,” she said. “This place is so special. Honestly, I have always been nervous up here. Tonight, sitting in the circle, I feel so calm. It’s like being in the eye of the hurricane or something.”

Reba and Trisha returned to join Suzy, Terri Clark and Kathy Mattea on “Hey Cinderella,” before Reba closed out the show, which was also her 40th anniversary as an Opry member.

‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ sequel officially in production

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The sequel to Red, White & Royal Blue is officially in production.

Prime Video has announced that cameras have started rolling on the upcoming sequel movie Red, White & Royal Wedding. The streaming service made the announcement in a video posted on Instagram.

“we’re so beyond back. #RWRWedding is officially in production!” the video’s caption reads.

Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez are set to reprise their starring roles for the sequel. While plot details are being left under wraps, the new film will tell the next chapter in the love story of Alex Claremont-Diaz, the first son of the United States, and Prince Henry, who is third in line to the British throne.

“Welcome back!” Galitzine said in the video, before Zakhar Perez said, “Oh, I did want to say that we are here for Bea’s wedding.”

“Yeah, we just wanted to clarify, you know?” Galitzine continued, before Zakhar Perez said, “We’re not getting married.”

“That’s a long ways off at this point,” Galitzine said.

But I’m a Cheerleader director Jamie Babbit will helm the upcoming movie. Babbit takes over directing duties from Matthew López, who helmed the first film. She directs from a script by Gemma Burgess, López and Red, White & Royal Blue author Casey McQuiston. McQuiston will also executive produce.

“Working with this team to bring Red, White & Royal Blue to life has been a dream come true, and I hope readers and watchers alike will love how the story continues in the sequel,” McQuiston said in a press release.

Babbit said she’s thrilled to be back in the “queer love universe” after she directed But I’m a Cheerleader while she was in her 20s.

“We all need this kind of optimism, fantasy, and gay joy,” Babbit said. “I’m thrilled to work with this brilliant team.”

Wolf Alice playing England’s Eden Sessions concert

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Wolf Alice has joined the lineup for England’s Eden Sessions concert series.

Eden Sessions take place at the Eden Project in Cornwall, which is described as a “beautiful global garden where you can rediscover the natural world.” Wolf Alice’s set will take place on June 16.

“Sooo excited to be playing down in Cornwall at the Eden Project this year!” the “Bloom Baby Bloom” outfit says in a Facebook post. “It’s one we’ve wanted to do for some time and in such a beautiful place.”

Tickets go on sale Thursday at 10 a.m. local time. For more info, visit EdenSessions.com.

Other artists playing Eden Sessions concerts include Bastille, Snow Patrol and Pixies.

The Black Crowes drop video for ‘A Pound of Feathers’ track ‘Profane Prophecy’

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Black Crowes have debuted the music video for “Profane Prophecy,” one of two singles from their upcoming album, A Pound of Feathers.

In the video, according to its description, the band has “conjured seven devils (representing each deadly sin) to wreak havoc on this little fairytale world of stark morality and harsh retribution.”

“‘Profane Prophecy’ is about the devil you know, the devil you never knew, the devil inside of me and devil inside of you,” The Crowes’ Chris Robinson says. “The mischief and madness in the beautiful expression that is rock n roll … and you can dance to it.”

A Pound of Feathers, dropping March 13, is The Black Crowes’ 10th studio album and their first since 2024’s Happiness Bastards. In addition to “Profane Prophecy,” they previewed the album for fans by releasing the track “Pharmacy Chronicles.”

A Pound of Feathers is available for preorder now.

The Black Crowes have already announced several dates for 2026. They’ll kick off a tour in Australia on April 2 in Melbourne, followed by two nights in Japan on April 14 and 15. The band also has dates booked across the U.K. and Europe in June and July, and will open four shows on Guns N’ Roses‘ North American tour, starting Aug. 22 in Las Vegas.

A complete list of dates can be found at TheBlackCrowes.com.

Midland’s ‘Marlboro Man’ starts the trio’s new chapter of music

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Just in case you’ve missed the “Marlboro Man,” Midland‘s bringing him back — in song, that is.

That’s the name of the trio’s new single, which is accompanied by a music video shot in lead singer Mark Wystrach‘s hometown of Sonoita, Arizona.

After a dozen years as a band, “Marlboro Man” resonates with the three of them, with its musings on what you may lose when you’re always on the go.

“On the road, images of home haunt us at every turn and the landscape is filled with vistas of the same old regrets, yet the sun continues to come up, the bus marches on and the cycle continues,” Mark reflects.

“You always strive to learn and grow,” he continues, “but the core of a man never changes from summer to snow as we keep riding on along, mile after mile, to get to the next show — like that damn Marlboro Man.”

Mark, Jess Carson and Cameron Duddy will be back on tour Feb. 13, when they play Grand Casino Hotel & Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Brutal cold invades Midwest before heading to Northeast: Latest forecast

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — A brutal arctic blast is bringing dangerously low temperatures to the Plains and Midwest before it invades the Northeast.

On Monday morning, the wind chill — what temperature it feels like — plunged to minus 30 degrees in Minneapolis; minus 27 degrees in Cedar Rapids, Iowa; minus 22 degrees in Chicago; and minus 22 degrees in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the Windy City, wind gusts could hit 35 mph.

The cold even reached Florida on Monday. Wind chills dropped to the 20s in North Florida and hovered around 32 degrees in Central Florida.

On Tuesday morning, the freezing cold will continue in the Midwest, with the wind chill forecast to hit minus 12 degrees in Minneapolis; minus 8 in Chicago and Detroit; and minus 13 in Cleveland, Ohio.

The dangerous temperatures will also arrive in the Northeast on Tuesday. The wind chill is forecast to drop to minus 12 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; 5 degrees in New York City and Philadelphia; 7 degrees in Washington, D.C.; and minus 9 in Buffalo, New York.

The Arctic blast will also bring lake effect snow through Wednesday. Six to 12 inches is possible from western Michigan to Buffalo, New York.

A$AP Rocky celebrates release of latest album, ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

January 19, 2026 by WDNY Radio

A$AP Rocky had a jam-packed weekend in support of his new album, Don’t Be Dumb, kicking things off with a private album listening party Friday at New York City’s Lavan Midtown.

According to Vibe, the venue was decked out with decals and art inspired by the album’s artwork and a “D.B.D.”-branded helicopter installation. Specialty cocktails were named after Rocky-related themes, including “Don’t Be Dumb,” “AWGE-ARITA” and “The Helicopter.” Guests could look through exclusive merch such as screen-printed Don’t Be Dumb T-shirts and posters, Kiehl’s products and Ray-Ban sunglasses. Attendees also had the chance to customize free Puma sneakers using A$AP Rocky’s text logo, an AWGE stamp or a Stop Snitchin stamp.

DJ Spinking took the 1s and 2s, with A$AP Lou aka Lou Banga taking over to cue up the “Helicopter” single, before playing the rest of the album. “Eight f*****’ years later. Don’t Be f*****’ Dumb s*** finally out!” Rocky told the crowd, thanking them for their support. Jon Batiste, Max B, Fivio Foreign, Lil Mama, DJ Clue, Lenny S, Masika Kalysha, Busta Rhymes and his partner, Rihanna, were in attendance.

Rocky continued the momentum on Saturday Night Live, where he made his debut as musical guest performing “Punk Rocky,” “Helicopter” and the album’s title track, and even appeared in a sketch.

On Sunday — also known as A$AP Yams Day — he honored the late A$AP Mob co-founder Steven Rodriquez. “I LOVE U STEVE , U STILL CHANGING MY LIFE FOR THE BETTER A WHOLE DECADE LATER , HAPPY YAMS DAY! #LONGLIVEYAMS,” he wrote on X.

The weekend also included a pop-up, as well as an Amazon Music livestream featuring pretaped performances of songs from Don’t Be Dumb.

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