Nationwide — Dr. Bernard Gassaway, an educational leader, advocate, and author, announces the release of his informative new book, The Edge of Leadership: Fight for Children No Matter the Cost, […]
National Youth Foundation Announces 2026 International Student Poetry and Art Competition Promoting Equality
Nationwide — With a goal of promoting kindness and activism, global youth changemaker Isabella Hanson created the “I Matter” Poetry and Art Project. A component of the “I Matter” Project […]
Fight Breaks Out as White Construction Worker Grabbed His Black Co-Worker By the Neck
Nationwide — A viral video shows an unnamed Black construction worker repeatedly telling a white co-worker to leave him alone before a physical fight breaks out. The footage gained attention […]
Black Boy with Severe Heart Condition Adopted by His Doctor
Nationwide — True, an African American boy from Omaha, Nebraska, was just 4 years old when he faced a major heart surgery alone. Born with a severe heart defect, he […]
Pregnant Black Woman Rescued From Sinking Car Then Gives Birth to a Healthy Baby Hours Later
Nationwide — Shedly Apollon, an African American woman from Fort Pierce, Florida, survived a crash that left her in a sinking car and then gave birth hours later. Logan Hayes, […]
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett Criticized for Comparing ICE Agents to Slave Patrols
Nationwide — Jasmine Crockett, Democratic Senate candidate and Congresswoman, is facing backlash after comparing ICE agents to slave patrols, saying recent agency operations reflect racial oppression. She defended her remarks, noting […]
Our Authors Study Club, Inc. and Los Angeles Leads the Nation in Citywide Black History Observance
Nationwide — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary and national debates intensify over the narrowing of Black History in classrooms, Los Angeles has made a clear declaration: Black […]
Meet the 14-Year-Old Black Teen Talk Show Hosts Interviewing Millionaires
Nationwide — The youth-led talk show The Nick and JJ Show is leveling up with the expansion of one of its fan-favorite segments, “JJ’s Flexx Corner,” now reimagined as a […]
During Black History Month, "A Life In The Sunshine" Honors the Stories Too Often Left Untold
Nationwide — As the nation observes Black History Month, award-winning author J. Everett Prewitt presents A Life In The Sunshine, a powerful autobiography that preserves everyday Black history — the […]
Laila Edwards Officially Becomes 1st Black Woman to Play with Team USA in Olympic Ice Hockey
Nationwide — Laila Edwards made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the first Black woman to compete for Team USA in Olympic ice hockey. The 22-year-old debuted in Milano Cortina, […]
Kirk Franklin Criticizes Church Silence About ICE, Says "Jesus’ Momma and Daddy Were Immigrants"
Nationwide — Gospel singer Kirk Franklin criticized church leaders for staying silent on ICE actions affecting immigrant and Black communities. He urged faith leaders to speak out, citing Jesus’ immigrant roots […]
Rapper GloRilla Finally Speaks Out About Accusations of Abandoning Her Family
Nationwide — GloRilla is speaking out after her sister, Victoria “ScarFace” Woodz, accused her of abandoning their family, saying she hasn’t been supportive despite her fame. The Memphis rapper went live […]
Founder of Black-Owned Bakery Celebrated 30 Years in Business as an Approved NFL Super Bowl LX Supplier
Nationwide — Andrea Lacy, Luv’s Brownies®, the iconic Bay Area bakery behind the Original Heart-Shaped Brownie®, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with its biggest year yet — earning designation as […]
Black Family-Owned Non-Profit to Host Virtual Talk on Raising Money-Confident Kids
Nationwide — Kevon and Kim Chisolm, and their son, Kamari, the founders of Junior Wallstreeters, will host a virtual discussion titled Let’s Talk About Money: Children and Financial Literacy: A […]
Acclaimed Black Musician Resumes Personalized Guitar Lessons for Aspiring Artists Worldwide
Nationwide — Renowned guitarist and musician Earl Carter announces the launch of his personalized guitar lesson program, offering aspiring guitarists the opportunity to learn directly from his decades of professional […]
Black History Month: Award-Winning Author Dawn James Launches the Memoir Blueprint to Help African Americans Preserve Black History Through Their Own Stories
Publishing Expert Calls on Black Community to Document Personal Narratives Before They’re Lost Forever Nationwide — As Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans, award-winning author […]
75-Year-Old Black Man to Be Executed This Year Despite Not Pulling the Trigger
Nationwide — Charles “Sonny” Burton, a 75-year-old Alabama man convicted as an accomplice in a 1991 robbery killing, now faces execution. He did not fire the fatal shot, but the […]
Missing Black Mom Found Decomposing in Her Apartment. Police Arrest Her Roommate
Nationwide — Lawanda McGee, an African American woman from St. Louis, Missouri, was found decomposing in her apartment weeks after she went missing, and her roommate has been charged with […]
Family of 17-Year-Old Black Teen Missing for Two Months Says She Met Up With Unknown Man
Nationwide — T’Neya Tovar, a 17-year-old African American girl from Hemet, California, has been missing for two months after leaving home to meet a man. Authorities fear she may be […]
Unarmed Black Mom Survives Being Shot Six Times By Police, Files $25M Lawsuit
Nationwide — Tracey Allen, an African American mother from Detroit, Michigan, survived being shot six times during a traffic stop and is now suing the officer involved and the city. She […]
Black Surrogate Mother Says She Was Misled by Chinese Parents With Dozens of Children
Nationwide — Tronderrica James, a 30-year-old African American surrogate mother from Nevada, says she was misled into carrying a baby for a Chinese couple now linked to more than 20 surrogate-born […]
Black Mom Rightfully Upset After 4-Year-Old Daughter Placed in Wrong Car During School Pickup
Nationwide — Daija Spencer, an African American mother, says her 4-year-old daughter, Brielle Davis, was accidentally placed in the wrong car during pickup at an elementary school in Houston, Texas. […]
Nike Accused of Discrimination Against White Employees, Faces Federal Investigation
Nationwide — Nike is under federal scrutiny after the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission accused the company of discriminating against white employees through its diversity policies. The agency is now asking a […]
New Documentary Exposes the Maternal Health Crisis in Michigan, Highlights Community Doulas as the “Frontline Defense” for Black Mothers
Nationwide — As the United States continues to grapple with the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations, a new documentary released by The New Citizens Press Community Action Network […]
Black Lawyer Announces 2026 Expansion Focused on Power, Intellectual Property, and Women's Strategic Leverage
Nationwide — Tiffany Michelle Simmons, known as The Plug’s Lawyer, is entering 2026 with a sharpened focus: transforming legal expertise into scalable intellectual property for women who already hold influence […]
Black-Owned Company Brings Culturally Rooted African Travel, Relocation, and Investment Opportunities to the Black Community
Nationwide — Berngo Safaris, LLC, a Black-owned travel and consulting small business founded in 2023 by Bernie Waruru in Cedar Springs, Michigan, is reshaping how the Black community engages with […]
Floyd Mayweather Sues Showtime Over $340M in Missing Fight Payouts
Nationwide — Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. is suing Showtime for $340 million, claiming the network and its executives helped divert his earnings. He alleges hidden accounts and unauthorized transactions cost […]
Rapper GloRilla Accused of Not Financially Supporting Her Mom and 10 Siblings
Nationwide — Rapper GloRilla is facing family drama after her sister claims she hasn’t supported their mom or siblings financially despite her fame. Victoria Woods, AKA Scar Face Woods, says […]
Black Mom Suing Hospital for Mistakenly Telling Her That Her Newborn Baby Had Died
Nationwide — LaChunda Hunter, an African American woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, is suing a hospital after staff told her newborn daughter had died, only for a doctor to later […]
8-Year-Old Black Girl Makes History as the Youngest Grammy Winner Ever
Nationwide — Singer Aura V made history at the 2026 Grammy Awards after winning Best Children’s Music Album with her father, Fyütch. At just 8 years old, she became the youngest […]
Meet the Young Black Advocate Using His Own Story to Amplify Youth Caregivers
Nationwide — For Omarion Calloway, caregiving was not a role he chose. It was a reality he grew into early. At just 10 years old, he became a caregiver within […]
Marketer Who Advised Barbie to Wear an Afro and Discuss Racism Introduces ME Doll
Black Doll Affair Founder and Obama Honoree Dana “Mama Doll” Hill Presents the ME Doll, a Human Family Heirloom Honoring Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s Educational Legacy and Shared African Ancestry […]
Trump Administration Disregards Judge's Order to Return Wrongfully Deported College Student
Nationwide — Any Lucia Lopez Belloza, a 19-year-old student from Boston, Massachusetts, who was mistakenly deported to Honduras while visiting family for Thanksgiving, is still prohibited from returning to the […]
President Trump Threatens to Block New Bridge That Connects the US to Canada
Nationwide — Trump has threatened to block the new bridge connecting the United States and Canada, demanding full compensation and fair treatment for the United States. The $4.7 billion project could […]
17-Year-Old Black Boy Killed by Stray Bullet in Motel Room While Playing Video Games
Nationwide — Sheldon Lewis, a 17-year-old African American boy from Gwinnett County, Georgia, died after a stray bullet pierced the wall of his motel room. His family watched in horror as […]
Black Man Who Threatened to Kill President Trump Gets 3 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Jauan Rashun Porter, who is from Atlanta, Georgia, has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison after threatening to assassinate President Donald Trump during a TikTok […]
Youth Pastor Arrested for Allegedly Abusing Minors in the Church
Nationwide — Junior Andrew Bennett, a 32-year-old African American church pastor from Pinon Hills, Southern California, has been arrested after investigators linked him to multiple child sex abuse allegations. Authorities […]
Bill Gates Admits He Spent Time With Jeffrey Epstein, “I Was Foolish”
Nationwide — Bill Gates spoke publicly about renewed attention on his past association with Jeffrey Epstein following a major Department of Justice document release. He admitted spending time with Epstein but […]
Sherri Shepherd’s Daytime Talk Show to End After Just Four Seasons
Nationwide — Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show Sherri is set to end after four seasons, with its run wrapping up in 2026. Producers say the decision reflects changes in daytime […]
Baseball Legend Frank Thomas Calls Out the Chicago White Sox After Being Left Out of Black History Month Graphic
Nationwide — Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Thomas criticized the MLB’s Chicago White Sox after they left him out of a Black History Month graphic, saying the team overlooked his […]
10-Year-Old With Autism Abused on School Bus by Aide While Driver Laughed
Nationwide — A 10-year-old child with autism and ADHD from Tampa, Florida, was abused on a school bus by aide Juanita Wright while driver Tonya Rice-Constant laughed. Video footage later […]
Black Man, 86, Dies from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning During Winter Storm
Nationwide — Alvin Mayweather, an 86-year-old African American man from Shreveport, Louisiana, sadly passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning during a winter storm, authorities said. He was found in his […]
School Counselor Found Dead After Arrest Warrant Over Inappropriate Messages to Minor
Nationwide — Quinton Dixon, an African American man from Baton Rouge who worked as a counselor at Westdale Middle Magnet School, was found dead on a former school campus. His […]
Mom Arrested, Charged After Suffocating Her 4-Year-Old Son to Death
Nationwide — Diana Elizabeth Cullom, a 43-year-old mother from St. Petersburg, Florida, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after her 4-year-old son was found dead at home Tuesday afternoon. […]
Michelle Obama Says She'd Be Against Barack Running for a 3rd Term As President Even If It Were Legal
Nationwide — Michelle Obama says she would oppose her husband, former President Barack Obama, running for a third term, even if it were legal. She added she would “actively work against” […]
Inmate Continues to Stalk 16-Year-Old Black Teen from Behind Bars By Sending Her Letters
Nationwide — Christopher Turner, a 53-year-old man detained in Nashville, Tennessee, is accused of stalking a 16-year-old Black teen and continuing to contact her even while behind bars. Police say the […]
10-Month-Old Black Baby Still Struggling with Botulism Linked to ByHeart Formula
Nationwide — Ashaan Carter, an African American baby from Portland, Oregon, is still fighting infant botulism after consuming ByHeart formula, which was later recalled nationwide. He remains on a feeding tube […]
Black Mom Missing Since 2010 Found Dead in Submerged Car at the Bottom of a River
Nationwide — Bernadine Gunner, an African American woman from Camden, New Jersey who was reported missing in 2010, was found dead inside a car at the bottom of Cooper River […]
Michelle Obama Turns 62 as Husband Barack Shares Sweet Message
Nationwide — First Lady Michelle Obama turned 62 this weekend, with Barack Obama marking the occasion through a heartfelt message. The celebration also coincided with her ongoing promotion of a […]
Former NFL Player Sam Beal Has Been Missing for Over 7 Months
Nationwide — Ex-NFL player Sam Beal, who is 29 years old, has been missing for more than 7 months, and his family is asking the public for help. The former […]
4 European Countries Are Sending Troops to Greenland to Help Defend Possible U.S. Attack
Nationwide — Several European NATO allies are sending troops to Greenland as tensions rise over repeated U.S. threats to take control of the Arctic island. The move shows support for […]
Barbie Introduces First Autism-Inclusive Doll, Advocates Praise Mattel
Nationwide — Mattel is launching its first-ever autistic Barbie, a move autism advocates say helps children see themselves positively and teaches others that autistic people are valuable members of society. […]
Black Woman Survives After Being Shot in the Neck by Her Ex-Girlfriend
Nationwide — Kyndris Brooks, an African American woman from Jackson, Mississippi, was shot in the neck by her ex-girlfriend, Kiundria Malone, in a shocking domestic violence attack. She remains hospitalized, fighting […]
79-Year-Old Black Woman with Dementia Found Dead in the Woods After Being Missing for Days
Nationwide — Ernestine Merritt, a 79-year-old African American woman from DeKalb County, Georgia, has been found dead in the woods days after going missing. She had dementia, and authorities said […]
Teen Recovers After 17-Hour Marathon Surgery to Remove 174-Pound Leg
Nationwide — Jasmine Ramirez, a teen from Florida who has lived with a rare medical condition since early childhood, is recovering after a marathon surgery to amputate her left leg. Doctors […]