July saw the death of heavy metal godfather Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath lead singer whose influence in the genre spans generations. Known for his music’s morbid imagery, Osbourne died ...

June 11. Ananda Lewis, 52. The former MTV and BET host who became a beloved television personality in the 1990s with her warmth and authenticity. June 11. Breast cancer. Loren Ruch, 55.

Here's a look at some influential figures who have died in the first seven months of this year.

Vision Maker Media, a Lincoln-based organization that funds most of the country's Native American public content, plans to ...