Nationwide — Kcoree Warren, an African American father from Ferguson, Missouri, was shot and killed after reporting the rape of his 15-year-old daughter and rejecting a $12,000 bribe to stay […]
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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 […]
White Teacher Shot By 6-Year-Old Student Awarded $10M After Suing Black School Principal
Nationwide — Abby Zwerner, a former teacher from Newport News, Virginia, won $10 million in a lawsuit against her school’s assistant principal, Ebony Parker, who is Black, after being shot […]
Black Woman Wrongfully Arrested for Charges Meant for White Woman With the Same Name
Nationwide — Nickie Sledge, a 49-year-old African American woman from Canton, Georgia, says she was wrongfully arrested and jailed after police mistook her for a White woman from Kentucky who has […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy from St. Louis Assaulted and Strangled By His Babysitter
Nationwide — Bre’Yon Wells, a two-year-old African American boy from St. Louis, Missouri, was sexually assaulted and strangled to death by his babysitter, a man his mother trusted while she […]
Man Gets 20 Years in Prison After 2-Year-Old Daughter Dies of Fentanyl Overdose
Nationwide — Michael Reed, a 28-year-old man from Mansfield, Ohio, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing serious injury to his 2-year-old daughter, Nevaeh, […]
White Teacher Who Had Inappropriate Relationship with Student Won't Have to Register As Sex Offender
Nationwide — Kayla Nicole O’Dell, a 34-year-old teacher from Kilgore, Texas, who is White, will not be required to register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to having an […]
Two Black Women Make History as the First Black Mayors of Albany and Syracuse, New York
Nationwide — Sharon Owens and Dorcey Applyrs made history in New York’s Nov. 4 election, becoming the first Black mayors of Syracuse and Albany. Both women won their Democratic races and […]
Rapper Nicki Minaj Praises Trump For Threatening Military Action in Nigeria
Nationwide — Nicki Minaj praised President Trump for threatening military action against Nigeria over what he described as the “slaughter” of Christians. She said his message made her thankful to […]
Brandy and Ray J Reunite on Stage After Months of Family Tension
Nationwide — Brandy and Ray J reunited on stage during her Atlanta concert, marking their first public appearance together after months of family tension. The siblings hugged in front of cheering […]
Hampton University Escorts Candace Owens Off Campus for Trying to Host Unauthorized Event
Nationwide — Blexit, the conservative group founded by Candace Owens, was escorted off Hampton University’s campus after attempting to host an event that the school said was not approved. University officials […]
No Limit Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 Years Old Just Days After Verzuz Battle
Nationwide — Rapper Young Bleed, who rose to fame under Master P’s No Limit Records in the late 1990s, has died at 51 years old after suffering a brain aneurysm in […]
8-Year-Old Black Boy Organizes a Food Drive for Families Who Lost SNAP Benefits
Nationwide — Alex Anning, an 8-year-old African American boy from Chicago, Illinois, decided to celebrate his birthday by helping families who recently lost SNAP benefits. Instead of a party, he […]
Toni Braxton Opens Up About Marriage to Birdman, Talks About Their Secret Wedding
Nationwide — Toni Braxton is opening up about her marriage to rapper Birdman, revealing how their decades-long friendship slowly turned into love, their secret 2024 wedding, and the challenges they faced […]
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 […]
Single Black Mom of 4 Gifted a New Home After Years of Struggling
Nationwide — Taleah Mitchell, an African American single mother of four from Cincinnati, Ohio, received the keys to her new home after years of constant moving. The house was built […]
Black Female Student from Memphis Making History as a Rhodes Scholarship Finalist
Nationwide — Elyse Warren, an African American college student from Memphis, Tennessee, has been named a Rhodes Scholarship finalist, recognized for her academic excellence and leadership as she prepares to […]
Black Mom Criticized for Killing Escaped Monkey to Protect Her 5 Children
Nationwide — Jessica Bond Ferguson, a 35-year-old African American mother from Heidelberg, Mississippi, says she shot and killed an escaped monkey to protect her five children after being warned the animals […]
Black Mom Gets New Kidney from Her Daughter After Years on Dialysis
Nationwide — Monica Fox, an African American mother from Chicago who once battled kidney failure, received a life-saving kidney transplant from her daughter, Olivia, nearly a decade after first being diagnosed […]
Trump Threatens to Send U.S. Troops to Nigeria for Possible Military Action
Nationwide — Trump has ordered the Defense Department to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria and warned he could cut U.S. aid, saying attacks on Christians demand a fast […]
Mo'Nique Reveals Why She'll Never Stop Going After Tyler Perry and Oprah
Nationwide — Mo’Nique says she will never stop calling out Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey until they publicly take responsibility for what she claims was damage to her career and […]
Singer Kelis Talks About Moving to Africa With Her Three Kids
Nationwide — Kelis shared how moving from the U.S. to Kenya with her three children has transformed her life. The artist spoke about her new farm life, the country’s beauty, […]
Candace Owens Criticizes Trump Over Investigation into Charlie Kirk's Death
Nationwide — Candace Owens criticized Donald Trump for staying silent about the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s death, accusing him of ignoring possible foul play and hinting that the Israeli government may […]
NFL Player Called His Coach a Father Figure. Turns Out, He Really Was His Father
Nationwide — Deland McCullough spent years searching for his biological parents before discovering that the man he had long seen as a mentor and father figure — his former football […]
Gayle King is Reportedly Leaving "CBS Mornings" When Her Contract Ends
Nationwide — Gayle King is reportedly preparing to leave CBS Mornings when her contract ends in May 2026, though CBS says no final decision has been made about her role or […]
9-Year-Old Black Boy Suffers Severe Burns After Tablet Charger Sparks Fire on His Necklace
Nationwide — Ashtyn Pitts, a 9-year-old African American boy from Jena, Louisiana, was severely burned after his metal necklace got tangled in his tablet charger while he was asleep. His […]
Man Who "Threatened" to Harm Trump Released from Jail, All Charges Dropped
Nationwide — Larry Bushart, a 61-year-old Tennessee man accused of threatening mass violence after sharing a meme referencing Donald Trump, has been released from jail after all charges against him were […]
White Man Pulls Out Gun on Black Family With Kids Stuck in a Ditch While Off-Roading
Nationwide — A Black family’s off-roading trip in rural Georgia took a frightening turn when a white man approached them with a gun instead of offering help after their ATV got […]
Black Cafeteria Worker Wins $60K Settlement After White Teachers Complained About Her ‘Black Voice’
Nationwide — Vanessa Bowie-Middleton, an African American cafeteria worker from Washoe County, Nevada, has received a $60,000 settlement from her local school district after claiming white teachers complained about her […]
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 […]
White Police Officer Fired for Abusing a Black Couple Has the Audacity to File a Lawsuit
Nationwide — Andrew Zaborowski, a white police officer from Pennsylvania who was fired after violently arresting an African American couple, now claims he’s the victim of racism. He has filed […]
Michelle Obama Explains Why She Didn't Wear Braids in the White House, "America Wasn't Ready"
Nationwide — Former First Lady Michelle Obama revealed why she chose not to wear braids during her years in the White House and how embracing her natural hair today represents freedom, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
"So You Think You Can Dance" Star Donyelle Jones Dies at 46 After Long Battle with Cancer
Nationwide — Donyelle Jones, who was known for competing on So You Think You Can Dance, has died at 46 after a long fight with breast cancer. She inspired fans with […]
Trump Wants to Adopt Australia’s Retirement Program for American Workers
Nationwide — President Trump is exploring an Australian-style retirement system to help Americans save for retirement, saying it has “worked out very well.” The plan would require employers to fund […]
13-Year-Old Black Teen Survived Being Struck By Lightning That Sent Him 9 Feet into the Air
Nationwide — Josiah Wiedman, a 13-year-old African American boy from Phoenix, Arizona, survived being struck by lightning that launched him 9 feet into the air. He suffered a fractured skull, […]
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 […]
Trailblazing College President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones Inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Nationwide — Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones has been inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, the state of Oklahoma’s highest honor. She was recognized […]
Former NBA Star Michael Jordan Sues NASCAR in a Federal Antitrust Case
Nationwide — Michael Jordan, who co-owns 23XI Racing, is suing NASCAR in a federal antitrust case that could shake the sport’s foundation. He and his partner Denny Hamlin claim NASCAR’s […]
13-Year-Old Black Girl Collapses, Dies During Middle School Basketball Game
Nationwide — Jemimah Audu, a 13-year-old African American girl from Fargo, North Dakota, collapsed during a school basketball game and later died at a local hospital. Her community now mourns […]
8-Year-Old Black Girl One of Four Killed in Birthday Party Shooting in Stockton, California
Nationwide — Maya Lupian, an 8-year-old African American girl from Stockton, California, was among four people killed in a mass shooting at a birthday party. She was just two weeks […]
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 […]
Black College Basketball Player Dies After Getting Injured During Game in Texas
Nationwide — Ethan Dietz, an African American basketball player at a junior college in Warner, Oklahoma, died after being injured during a game, leaving his team and community in shock. […]
Black Entrepreneur Secures Federal Trademark for Goal-A-Thon®, Announces 12-Hour New Year’s Goal-Setting Event
Nationwide — Sheréa VéJauan, author of The Ultimate Goals Handbook and founder of Goal Skool, proudly announces the official trademark registration of Goal-A-Thon® with the United States Patent and Trademark […]
Black Psychologist Releases Two Transformational Books to Heal, Empower, and Uplift Our Community
Nationwide — Celebrated clinical psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Gloria Morrow has released two powerful books that are already sparking conversations, healing hearts, and igniting personal transformation: Becoming A Brand […]