In the first hour of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, the spotlight is on significant events like the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and the NAACP National Convention in Las Vegas. President Biden's appearance highlights policies impacting Black Americans and celebrates Vice President Kamala Harris. The hour also covers country singer Ingrid Andress's public apology for her inebriated performance of the Star-Spangled Banner and her subsequent decision to enter rehab. Additionally, Ice Cube's new TV deal with Paramount and Irv Gotti's sexual assault lawsuit are discussed, along with updates from Major League Baseball games.