Atlanta, GA — Finding children’s literature featuring characters of color is now a lot easier for parents with the subscription box service, Little Buzz Book Club. Founded by Dr. Hamidah […]
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Attorney Zulu Ali and the Stop and Frisk Academy Announce Spring Youth Workshop
— The workshop teaches at-risk youth and others how to avoid negative police encounters and police brutality. — Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali, Director of the Stop and Frisk Academy […]
EmpowHer Institute Honors Community Champions with CHANGE MAKER AWARDS Fundraiser
Los Angeles, CA — The EmpowHer Institute’s CHANGE MAKER AWARDS saluted exemplary men and women in the community who have supported their programs and unwavering efforts for at-risk Los Angeles […]
The Best Thing Since High Heel Shoes... "Heelusions" Heels By Design
— A Unique, Fun and Functional Shoe Fashion Accessory — Nationwide — Missouri-based shoe fashion accessory company, “Heelusions” Heels by Design, has brought to market a completely new concept in […]
2016 Cincinnati Music Festival Rolling into Cincinnati, July 22 to 23
— Each year, the festival draws a wonderful mix of Old School and the hottest contemporary R&B music performers to its stage. — Cincinnati, OH — QLZ Productions, LLP will […]
Atlanta Teen Wins “2016 Best Film” at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority International Film Festival
— Nzinga Set to Raise Scholarships Funds for Young Women in Ghana — Atlanta, GA — Fathers Incorporated and Black Rose Mediaworks is pleased to announce that its recent documentary; […]
Annual Festival Brings African Culture to Portsmouth, Virginia -- Presented by Planet Fitness
— National artists KEM, Mint Condition and Patrick Riddick to perform — Portsmouth, VA — The City of Portsmouth is proud to host the 26th Annual Umoja Festival at the […]
Pittsburgh's 2016 Juneteenth Festival to Recognize the City's Historic African American Iconic Leaders
Pittsburgh, PA — All are invited to attend the Pittsburgh’s Bicentennial Celebration and Juneteenth Festival on June 17-19. The City of Pittsburgh is celebrating it’s 200th year of incorporation, and […]
New Book "Education Denied" is a Must-Read For All Who Work on Behalf of Children in Urban America
Nationwide — In Education Denied: Children. Challenges. Choices, Dr. Bernard Gassaway provides thought-provoking anecdotes that are meant to motivate the reader to act. He believes that “passive participation serves to […]
New Book Entitled "Black" Expresses Deep Emotion For the Violence Suffered by Black Children and Teens Around the World
Natonwide — Miami, Florida-based GodBeGod Publishers has published its first book entitled BLACK – a book of poetry and daily affirmations by Denise Paulette Isaac. She says she was driven […]
New Book Addresses Stereotypes That Say Minorities Are Unattractive, Uneducated, Loud, Violent, Single, Poor and Lazy!
Nationwide — Jessica M. McEachern, MA, MSW says she wrote Societal Perceptions to help people connect with various experiences and identify misperceptions within society. Her book utilizes experiences, observations, and […]
Amazing Ancient Secrets Hair Oil Adds Life to Black Women's Hair -- Wins Rave Reviews From Around the World
— Dallas-based hair care company turns an ancient secret into a global success — Nationwide — People all over the world are raving about a very unique hair/body oil produced […]
Report: African Americans, Latinos, Low-Income Americans Pay Up to Three Times More Than Others For Household Energy
— Low-Income Households in Memphis, Birmingham, Atlanta, New Orleans, Providence, Pittsburgh, Dallas, Philadelphia, Kansas City, and Cleveland Suffer Heaviest “Energy Burden” — Washington, DC — An “energy burden” review of […]
Affordable Service Helps African American Authors Create Their Very Own Online Book Store
— Sell your own books (and ebooks) independently, and keep all of your profits! — Nationwide — There are thousands of African American authors who struggle to sell their books […]
Actor Edwin Freeman Becomes New Face of Parish Nation Clothing
— Freeman joins high-end men’s clothing company, Parish Nation, as brand ambassador. — Nationwide — Film actor Edwin Freeman, best known for his prominent role of legendary hip-hop DJ Mister […]
New Websites Launched Listing All African American Events and Non-Profit Organizations
Durham, NC — The revised EveryBlackEvent.com website as well as the premier of the newest component to the “EveryBlack” family, the EveryBlackNonprofit.com site, have been launched by CEO Jimmy Davies […]
New Education Book Could Increase Student Learning and Student Achievement
Nationwide — Building Instructional Capacity, a new educational book by educator and author, Dr. Stanley T. Crawford, could be the ultimate solution to increasing student learning and student achievement. At a […]
BlacksNetwork.com Announces Re-Launch of Their Newly Upgraded Web Site
Nationwide — Blacks Network, Inc., known for connecting young adults and professionals around the world, today announced the re-launch of their upgraded website. The most exciting new feature introduced by […]
Renowned Sociologist and Author of "Color Stories: Black Women and Colorism in The 21st Century" Selected to Lead New Institute
Jacksonville, FL — JeffriAnne Wilder, Ph.D. has been selected to serve as Founding Director of the Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations at the University of North […]
GG, the Popular Black Internet Comic Strip Created Via Social Media, is Now an Animated Video Series
Nationwide — Ron Bryant, better known as ‘Cut’ is the creator and artist behind GG – a story of a grandma’s dedication to her four adopted children and her community. […]
Black Girls Cruise -- Women’s Networking and Empowerment Cruise to Set Sail on October 22
Atlanta, GA — Cruise Planners franchise owners, Daryl and Cheryl Mason, announce their inaugural event, Black Girls Cruise – a women’s networking and empowerment cruise with the theme “Ladies of […]
Former Teacher Creates a New Super Hero to Drive Home Family Values from Ground Zero
— “Timey and Friends: Amya Tells the Truth” by Auntie El is the first installment of MEracle’s children’s book series designed to help increase early literacy by engaging families to […]
Non-Profit Endowed Scholarship Fund to Honor Late African American Music Teacher
Washington, DC — In every discipline, dedicated teachers are noteworthy and deserving of praise. Music teachers, for their marvelous talents, are especially gifted and active purveyors of human culture and […]
"Express Yourself" Rhythm & Blues Great Charles Wright Releases 1st Memoir "Up From Where We've Come" Along With New Single "She Don't Believe in Love"
— Get Ready for the “Express Yourself” Book Signing Tour — Los Angeles, CA — Borrowed by Dr. Dre, Madonna and Diplo; sampled looped by N.W.A. and themed by the […]
More Than 25 African American E-Books Available Now For Just 99 Cents Each -- But Only For One Day!
Nationwide — UrbanEbooks.com, which has published more than 25 different educational and empowering African American books, has announced today that all of their books are available for just $0.99 but […]
The Pocket Guide That Every Unarmed Black Man Needs in His Life - "Know Your Rights! Everything to Know About Police Brutality"
Nationwide — Although police brutality can happen to any one, government statistics confirm that police brutality in the United States is more likely to happen to Black individuals – especially […]
Michigan Association of Black Social Workers (MABSW) Says the Crisis in Flint, Michigan is Comparable to Genocide
— A Crisis in Flint: Callous Cause, Genocidal Effect — Detroit, MI — During a recent March 25th presentation at the National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc. 48th Annual […]
The Ultimate Fit For Women With Curves, PZI Jeans, Debuts Spring/Summer 2016 Collection
— Curvy Denim Line Designed for the Hourglass Figure Releases SS16 Collection — Atlanta, GA — PZI Jeans, the leader in denim for the hourglass figure, readies its Spring/Summer 2016 […]
Award-Winning African American Artist, Setria James, Premiers Educational Coloring Book Line With New 2016 Titles
— Doodles Ave is a successful and popular line of educational activity and coloring books designed to not only awaken the subconscious learning aptitude of school-aged children, but also to […]
Ghana Matters: Entrepreneurs Who Want to Do Business in Africa Invited to Join Investment Tour
— Organization seeks to reconnect African Americans with their African roots — Nationwide — Everyone enjoys a full course meal, right? Well, how about a full course traveling opportunity on […]
American Institute of Legal Counsel (AIOLC) Names Attorney Zulu Ali One of the Top 10 Best Lawyers
Nationwide — The American Institute of Legal Counsel, an invitation only legal organization recognizing excellence of practitioners in their respective areas, named Attorney Zulu Ali one of their top 10 […]
New Book Puts an Urban Twist on the Classic Pinocchio Fairytale
Philadelphia, PA — UrbanToons Pinocchio is an urbanized retelling and new twist of the classic Pinocchio fairytale. In this version of the story, America’s favorite puppet is now being told […]
Nigerian Pastor Criticized for Paying an Older Church Member to Marry His Non-Verbal, Autistic Son
Nationwide — Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, a Nigerian pastor, is facing global backlash after arranging a marriage for his non-verbal, autistic adopted son. He later officiated the wedding, triggering debate over […]
School Employee Accused of Hiring a Student to Kill Her Husband for $2K
Nationwide — Stephanie Demetrius, an African American staff member at a high school in Columbus, Ohio, is accused of asking a student to kill her husband in exchange for $2,000. […]
Pastor and Wife Face Charges in Alleged Sexual Abuse of Their Foster Children
Nationwide — Rodney Gibson, a pastor from Columbia, South Carolina, and his wife, Kawiana Young, were arrested after authorities accused Gibson of sexually abusing a foster child in their home. […]
Mom Faces Child Abuse Charges for Allegedly Spraying Bear Spray on Her Two Children
Nationwide — Christie Lashay Williams, a 37-year-old mother from Leeds, Alabama, faces child abuse charges after police say she sprayed her two young children with bear spray inside their home. The […]
5-Year-Old Boy Hailed a Hero for Saving His Family from a House Fire in Texas
Nationwide — Jayden, a 5-year-old African American boy from Longview, Texas, alerted his family to a house fire early Friday morning. His quick response helped six people escape safely before flames […]
73-Year-Old School Bus Driver Arrested for Allegedly Strangling a Student
Nationwide — Effie Wynn, a 73-year-old African American school bus driver from Lynchburg, Virginia, was arrested after allegedly strangling a student on the bus while parked at a school. Police […]
President Trump Threatens Journalist With Jail Time Unless He Reveals Sources of His "Leaked" Story About Iran War
Nationwide — President Donald Trump has threatened jail time for a journalist after a report on a U.S. military rescue mission involving a fighter jet crash in Iran. He has […]
Black Man with Disability Fined $345 for Parking Work Truck in His Own Driveway
Nationwide — Bali Ramnarace, an African American handyman from Boynton Beach, Florida, who is handicapped, was fined $345 by the city for parking his work truck in the driveway of […]
Two Women Arrested After Drugs and Guns Found at Day Care in Michigan
Nationwide — Two women, Tatiana Jones and Latoriya Brown, who are from Flint, Michigan, have been arrested after a drug bust at a local daycare center. Police recovered cocaine and […]
Judge Orders to Halt President Trump's White House Ballroom Construction
Nationwide — A federal judge in Washington, DC, has blocked construction of President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project. The court ruled the project cannot continue because it […]
Amber Rose Says That White People Should Be Able to Say the N-Word
Nationwide — White model Amber Rose said white people should be allowed to say the n-word, arguing that society gives too much power to offensive language. She argued that removing […]
Convicted Pedophile Who Impregnated, Murdered 13-Year-Old Black Girl Found Dead in Prison
Nationwide — Jarvis Butts, a convicted pedophile from Detroit, Michigan, was found dead inside his prison cell just weeks after he began serving a 35- to 60-year sentence for murdering […]
33-Year-Old Black Teaching Assistant Found Dead in Her Apartment, Her Boyfriend Arrested
Nationwide — Lisa Grier, a 33-year-old African American woman from New York, was found dead in her Mount Vernon apartment over the weekend. Police say her boyfriend allegedly killed her before […]
Solange’s 21-Year-Old Son is Rumored to be Dating a 41-Year-Old Reality TV Star
Nationwide — Daniel Julez Smith Jr, the 21-year-old son of Solange Knowles, sparked dating rumors with 41-year-old reality star Tommie Lee after social media videos surfaced online. The pair appeared […]
Kandi Burruss to Pay Her Ex-Husband 6 Figures in Divorce Settlement
Nationwide — Kandi Burruss will pay her ex-husband Todd Tucker $426,000 as part of their divorce settlement. Neither side will receive child support or spousal support. They will share custody of […]
White Teacher in Virginia Gets Only Six Years in Prison for Abusing Student
Nationwide — John Rose, a former middle school teacher from Bedford County, Virginia, was sentenced to six years in prison for sexually abusing a student. He will also serve seven […]
Justin Timberlake Jokes About Being White in Recently-Released DWI Arrest Footage
Nationwide — Justin Timberlake joked about being white and called police officers “wild” in newly released footage from his June 2024 DWI arrest in New York. The video showing the […]
Former Pro Wrestler Found Not Guilty in $2.9 Million Welfare Fraud Case
Nationwide — Former pro wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr., who was accused of taking millions in welfare funds, was cleared of all 13 charges after a seven-year legal battle. The jury […]
Man Sentenced to 15 Years After Dollar Store Robbery Gone Wrong
Nationwide — Torrance Stewart, a 31-year-old African American man from Jackson, Mississippi, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for attempting to rob a dollar store in May 2022. […]
Man Caught With Crack and Spice in Underwear Sentenced to 30 Years
Nationwide — Andrew McCormick, a 55-year-old African American man from Biloxi, Mississippi, who has a long criminal record, was caught with crack cocaine, marijuana, and “spice” hidden in his underwear. […]
Boyfriend Gets 72-Year Sentence for Murder as Black Woman Remains Missing
Nationwide — Robin Hatcher, a 52-year-old African American woman from Travis County, Texas, went missing in August 2019, and her body has never been recovered. Her boyfriend, Paul Ray Adams, […]
Mama Tina’s Gumbo Reopens at Houston Rodeo After Brief Shutdown by Health Dept
Nationwide — Mama Tina’s Gumbo was temporarily shut down at the Houston Rodeo, but it quickly reopened after passing a health inspection. Fans quickly returned, eager to try the Creole […]
Man Knocks Out Crossing Guard After She Made Him Wait for Children to Cross the Street
Nationwide — A crossing guard in Darby, Pennsylvania, was knocked unconscious after a man attacked him while he was helping children cross the street outside an elementary school. The suspect […]
Whoopi Goldberg's New Documentary to Explore Her Life and Legacy
Nationwide — Whoopi Goldberg is set to star in a new documentary that offers an intimate look at her life, career, and family. The film will weave together archival footage, […]
White Mom of Three Convicted of Killing Husband with Fentanyl for Insurance Money
Nationwide — Kouri Richins, a mother of three from Utah, has been found guilty of murdering her husband with fentanyl and committing insurance fraud, crimes prosecutors said she planned to […]
Elderly White Woman Not Charged After Shooting at Black Man's Car for No Reason
Nationwide — Diane Durgin, a 67-year-old white woman from New Hampshire, is facing a civil rights lawsuit for shooting at a Black man’s car after he drove onto her property […]
Police Say a Man Downloaded Over 40,000 Inappropriate Child Images on a Church Computer
Nationwide — Andrew Brown, a 51-year-old man from Worthington, Ohio, who volunteered at a church and taught at a local school, has been sentenced to over 13 years in federal […]
White School Principal Arrested After Threatening to Kill and Torture a Woman
Nationwide — Justin Blietz, a school principal in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has been arrested after he allegedly made violent threats toward a woman. The 41-year-old educator faces first-degree harassment charges […]
White Mom Gets 60 Years for Letting Her Boyfriend Abuse Her 5-Year-Old Son
Nationwide — Taylor Schaefer, a mother from DeLand, Florida, who let her boyfriend repeatedly abuse her 5-year-old son, was sentenced to 60 years in prison. The boy suffered a fractured […]
Man Accused of Beating His Mom to Death With a Baseball Bat After Heated Argument
Nationwide — Hayward Jenkins, a 38-year-old African American man from Wisconsin, has been accused of killing his 66-year-old mother with a baseball bat after a heated argument. Police say he […]
A Man Killed His Girlfriend and Then Asked ChatGPT for Advice Before Calling 911
Nationwide — Darron Lee, a former New York Jets first-round pick, allegedly killed his girlfriend and later asked ChatGPT how to cover it up. Police found her dead at their […]
Woman Made 1,700 Fraudulent Home Depot Returns, Racked Up $266K in Store Credits
Nationwide — Tracy A. James, a woman from Medina County, Ohio, carried out more than 1,700 fraudulent merchandise returns at Home Depot stores across several states. Authorities say the scheme […]