Nationwide — Nellie Lee Perfume is proud to introduce “SHE,” a limited-edition luxury fragrance created by Rev. Dr. Debra A. Davis to honor the powerful legacy of her late mother, […]
"Not Every Woman" — A Bold, Intimate, and Timely Story of Sisterhood — Now Streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV
Nationwide — Not Every Woman, a gripping new character-driven drama exploring the inner lives of four Black women, is now available to audiences worldwide on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. […]
Founder of Black On Demand TV Unveils Fall Premiere Lineup Featuring Season 2 Favorites and Eight New Creator-Led Shows
Nationwide — Swan Simpson, Founder and CEO of Black On Demand TV, a fast-growing, independently Black-owned streaming network, proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Fall Premiere Lineup, including the […]
Meet the Black Author Whose Book Tells a Timely Story About Police Brutality and the Road to Street Justice
Nationwide — In a nation still grappling with the trauma of racial injustice and police brutality, author Latiera Nicole delivers a timely, soul-stirring debut novel, The Hand of Just-Us, that […]
Meet the Owners Behind the Largest Black-Owned Tour Company in Ghana
Nationwide — As global interest in Africa reaches historic heights, one company has become a beacon for the diaspora’s journey home. Landtours Ghana, co-led by African American entrepreneur Mona Boyd […]
Black Author Releases New Book About Dismantling White Supremacy During the Post-Civil War Reconstruction Era
Nationwide — J. Darnell Johnson, the 2025 Black Authors Matter Award winner in the Young Adult category, has released a new book titled Dark Country, a powerful story about dismantling […]
Black Entrepreneur Expands into Smart Fragrance Technology, Launches Fragrance Spray Stations
Nationwide — Patrick Whitney, the Founder and CEO of American Luxury Unlimited (ALU), aBlack-owned luxury fragrance house known for crafting bold, confidence-raising scents, announces a major new chapter in its […]
Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. Unveils Groundbreaking New Show: Say Yes When Life Says No
A Transformative Series Spotlighting Resilience, Reinvention, and Radical Yes Nationwide — Nationally respected leader, author, and visionary Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. announces the launch of his groundbreaking and timely […]
State of Minnesota is Defending Somali Immigrants That Trump Called “Garbage”
Nationwide — Minnesota is standing up for its Somali community after President Trump called Somali residents “garbage” and federal agents arrested a few undocumented immigrants. State leaders, residents, and advocacy […]
Indie Book Publisher Announces Extension of The Writers Cypher Poetry and Short Story Contest, Deadline Extended to December 30th
Nationwide — Writers’ Row Publishing House, a growing indie-book publisher, is excited to announce the launch of its first-ever creative writing competition, The Writers Cypher. The contest offers a dynamic […]
Gospel Singer Jekalyn Carr Launches Limited-Edition Doll, Sells Out Within an Hour
Nationwide — Gospel singer Jekalyn Carr launched her first-ever signature doll, and it sold out in just 1 hour. The instant success highlights her influence expanding beyond music into lifestyle and […]
Black Deputy Sheriff Passes Away After Battle With Breast Cancer. She Was Only 45
Nationwide — Terra McKinnon, a 45-year-old African American deputy sheriff in Polk County, Florida, sadly died after fighting breast cancer for years. Her death left the sheriff’s office and the Dundee […]
Woman Sentenced for Setting Ex-Boyfriend on Fire During an Argument
Nationwide — Kalena Stubbs, a 51-year-old woman from Mississippi, received a 20-year prison sentence for setting her ex-boyfriend on fire during an argument, leaving him with life-altering burns. Investigators learned […]
Everything to Know About Diddy's Daddy, the Late Melvin Combs
Nationwide — Everyone is talking about 50 Cent’s new documentary about Sean “Diddy” Combs on Netflix, and this has sparked new interest in an exclusive story published by Vibe years […]
Black Founder Launches Career Reset Summit to Support Black Professionals Impacted by Layoffs and Furloughs
Nationwide — With Black professionals disproportionately impacted by recent corporate layoffs, federal furloughs, and the looming possibility of another government shutdown, Adriane Simpson, CEO of The LinkedIn Pros is launching […]
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Is Expected to Run for Senate, Setting Up One of Texas’ Most Closely Watched Races
Nationwide — Jasmine Crockett, a 44-year-old civil rights attorney and rising Democratic star from Texas, is weighing a defining choice that could shift the political landscape for African Americans and […]
Black Scientist Transforms Personal Hair Trauma into Natural Hair Care Innovation
Nationwide — A severe relaxer burn that once left Shawna Moses in pain has now become the catalyst for a thriving natural hair care brand. As a medical laboratory scientist […]
The "Buck Breaking" of Cleveland Browns' Shedeur Sanders By the NFL
By Tolson Banner “When the white enslaver fails to buck break the Lion King black male slave he goes after his cubs not realizing one day, they too become Lion […]
Stephen A. Smith Tells "The View" He Doesn't Agree With Democrats Focusing on Protecting Black Women
Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith pushed back on The View and questioned why Democrats highlight cultural issues like protecting Black women. He said the party should focus on winning voters with […]
Black Man in Wheelchair Thrown to Ground by Police For Being "Loud"
Nationwide — Tyler Laday, an African American man from Lake Charles, Louisiana who uses a wheelchair, was forcibly removed from his chair and thrown to the ground by police after […]
7-Year-Old Boy Loses Both Legs After Surviving Life-Threatening Flu
Nationwide — Kaden Stevenson, an African American boy from Michigan, was 7 years old when he caught the flu and developed life-threatening complications that led to the loss of both […]
16-Year-Old Black Teen Gives Birth Alone, Initially Claims Baby Was Left on Porch
Nationwide — Peyton Peoples, a 16-year-old African American teen from Detroit, Michigan, gave birth at home on Thanksgiving without realizing she was pregnant. She initially told her mom the baby […]
5-Year-Old Black Boy Saves Family From Fire That Destroyed Their Home
Nationwide — Ranajai Hill, a 5-year-old African American boy from Vicksburg, Mississippi, alerted his family to a fire that destroyed their home two days after Thanksgiving. His quick thinking helped […]
Most Americans Don't Agree With Trump's Boat Strikes That Have Killed More Than 80 People
Nationwide — President Trump faces growing backlash over his boat strikes, as more Americans question the evidence behind the attacks and the legality of killing suspected drug traffickers at sea. […]
Meet the Black Couple Turning Trials into Triumphs Through Faith and Love
A faith-driven couple shares their inspiring journey of resilience, purpose, and God-centered relationships. Nationwide — ST and Tonya Sirleaf are proof that love guided by faith can weather any storm. […]
Black Financial Advisor Warns 'Beware the Merchants of Debt!'
Jayson Thornton, CFP is an award-winning Financial Advisor and host of Pocket Watching with JT, a financial Q&A podcast and YouTube channel. Nationwide — Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Enrolled […]
Platform Helps Black, Haitian and Other Immigrant Salon Owners Earn Revenue Helping Their Customers Learn English
Nationwide — The owners of a minority-owned company called TutorABC Global Talent, has launched a new initiative to help Black, Haitian, and other immigrant hair and nail salon owners to […]
The First Ever Official AI-Sung Album from the Caribbean is Out
Nationwide — The internationally renowned Tourism Consultant, Carlo Chancelien, has broken another glass ceiling as he released globally on November 18th, 2025, the first AI-produced album of the Haitian Music […]
Derek Chauvin, White Police Officer Who Killed George Floyd, Wants a New Trial
Nationwide — Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the 2020 death of George Floyd, is now seeking a new trial, arguing that […]
Men Found Not Guilty After Shooting Black Mom of 2 in the Head, Part of Her Brain Was Removed
Nationwide — Four men who were accused of shooting Sasha Johnson, an African American mother and Black Lives Matter activist, have been found not guilty after the prosecution dropped all […]
Trump Labels Somali Immigrants ‘Garbage’, Sparking Backlash in the Community
Nationwide — President Trump ended a Cabinet meeting by sharply criticizing Somali immigrants, calling them “garbage” and saying he doesn’t want them in the United States. His remarks also targeted […]
82-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Shooting Her Boyfriend at Home
Nationwide — Mattie Crockett, an 82-year-old African American woman from Sledge, Mississippi, has been charged with murder after authorities say she shot her 75-year-old boyfriend at their home. He later […]
Police Say Violent Gang Leader in Georgia Lured Kids With Ice Cream Trucks and Games
Nationwide — Jamar Ramsay, a violent gang leader of the 1-8 Trey Bloods in Georgia allegedly lured kids with ice cream trucks and bounce houses while running a multi-state crime […]
Deadly Wild Mushrooms Raise Health Alarms Across California
Nationwide — Wild mushrooms are causing serious health problems in California, with one death and several cases of severe liver damage reported. Officials warn that even experienced foragers can easily confuse […]
Trump Could Be Guilty of War Crimes for a Drug Boat Strike That Killed Two Survivors
Nationwide — The US military is under scrutiny after a September strike carried out during Trump’s broader anti-narcotics campaign killed two men clinging to a capsized drug boat. Lawmakers later learned […]
Man Arrested for Murdering Someone Goes Viral for His Good Looks
Nationwide — Justin Scott Waters, a 33-year-old African American man from Stone Mountain, Georgia, was charged with murder after a street fight left Taha Ibrahim Tahanur dead. His arrest later […]
Trump Pardons Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez for Drug Conviction
Nationwide — Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez has been released from a U.S. prison after President Donald Trump granted him a full pardon. He had been serving a 45-year […]
Black Mom Outraged After Her Son Suffers Bloodied Face on School Bus
Nationwide — Michael Perrin, a 7-year-old African American boy who has Down Syndrome, suffered a black eye and a bloody face after falling on his school bus. His mother, Elizabeth […]
Young Pregnant Black Mom Almost Died from a Stroke After Giving Birth
Nationwide — Shannel Pearmen, an African American mother from Baltimore, Maryland, almost died from a stroke just a week after giving birth. She now shares her story to raise awareness […]
Man Sentenced for Abducting His 12-Year-Old Cousin and Pouring Bleach on His Face
Nationwide — DeMarcus Pleasure, a 33-year-old African American man from Dayton, Ohio, abducted his 12-year-old cousin and poured bleach on his face, causing serious injuries. He has now pleaded guilty […]
Poet Amanda Gorman Named UNICEF New Ambassador, Continues Fight for Children’s Rights
Nationwide — Amanda Gorman, a 27-year-old poet and activist, has been named UNICEF’s newest ambassador, continuing her work for children’s rights. She will perform an original poem at the upcoming […]
Black Dad of 5 Dies While Trying to Save His Son at the Beach in Hawaii
Nationwide — Jeffrey Diaz, a Navy master at arms and father of five, died saving his 9-year-old son from drowning during a family beach trip on Kauai. What was meant […]
Employee Accused of Stealing $610K from the Dental Office Where She Worked
Nationwide — Police in South Carolina have arrested a Myrtle Beach dental office employee accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from her workplace, adding her case to […]
Actor/Singer Donald Glover Reveals He Had a Stroke Last Year
Nationwide — Fans of Donald Glover—the award-winning actor, writer, musician, and director also known by his stage name Childish Gambino—were stunned when he finally revealed the real reason behind the […]
Woman Blasted for Twerking in Front of Casket at Funeral With Kids Present
Nationwide — A woman from Kansas City has gone viral for an especially shocking moment caught on video during a funeral, where she was seen twerking in front of a […]
Former NBA Star Patrick Beverley Allegedly Choked and Punched His 15-Year-Old Baby Sister
Nationwide — Former NBA star Patrick Beverley, 37, is now facing serious allegations after being arrested in Fort Bend County, Texas, over claims that he assaulted his 15-year-old sister during […]
Four Men Arrested After Attempting to Cash Stolen Treasury Check Worth $28M
Nationwide — Four men were arrested in South Florida after authorities say they tried to cash a stolen U.S. Treasury check worth nearly $28 million, unknowingly involving an undercover officer […]
Black Mom of 3 Transforms from 800 Pounds to Nearly 300 Pounds, Looks Completely Different
Nationwide — Marla McCants, an African American woman who once weighed nearly 800 pounds, has lost almost 500 pounds and completely transformed her life. Today, she thrives as a motivational speaker, […]
Chiropractor Arrested for Using Hidden Cameras to Record 180 of His Patients Undressing
Nationwide — David Hanson, a chiropractor from Batavia, Illinois, reportedly used hidden cameras to secretly record over 180 patients, some of them nude, and also allegedly possessed child pornography unrelated […]
President Trump Threatens BBC With $1 Billion Lawsuit for Not Apologizing
Nationwide — President Trump is demanding the BBC retract what he calls false and misleading claims in a documentary about his January 6, 2021 speech or face a $1 billion […]
Trump Slams Air Traffic Controllers Who Didn't Work During Government Shutdown
Nationwide — President Donald Trump on Monday criticized air traffic controllers who refused to work without pay during the government shutdown, warning that those who failed to report for duty […]
Trump Could Barely Stay Awake at White House Meeting 30+ Days into the Government Shutdown
Nationwide — Images of President Donald Trump appearing to close his eyes during an Oval Office announcement have sparked widespread attention on social media, prompting discussion about his health and […]
Woman Arrested for Threatening to Blow Up Jail If Inmates Aren't Released By Midnight
Nationwide — Kelvionia Townsend, a 23-year-old African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, was arrested after police said she threatened to blow up Jail East if inmates were not released by […]
Man Faces Death Penalty for Killing White Teen Pregnant Girlfriend Who Refused Abortion
Nationwide — Donovan Faison, a 23-year-old man from Florida, was found guilty of killing his 18-year-old girlfriend, Kaylin Fiengo, and her unborn child after she refused to get an abortion. A […]
Detroit Police Officer Appears Pantless During Court Hearing, Leaving Judge Stunned
Nationwide — Matthew Jackson, a police officer from Detroit, Michigan, left a judge speechless after appearing in a virtual court hearing wearing his uniform shirt and badge — but without […]