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Bronny James is the Highest Paid Player in the G League But Ranks Almost Last

Lebron and Bronny

Nationwide — When the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James, the 20-year-old son of LeBron James, with the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, expectations were mixed. While some […]

Mike Tyson Rejects Evander Holyfield's Offer to Fight Him Again in the Ring

Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield

Nationwide — Evander Holyfield, now 62 years old, has expressed interest in a trilogy fight against 58-year-old Mike Tyson. This comes after Tyson recently faced Jake Paul at AT&T Stadium, […]

Singer-Rapper Kershey Brings Ivy League Cred to the Urban Music Scene

Kershey

Nationwide — In a music category where “street cred” has often preceded success, Brooklyn native Kershey is remixing the rules by introducing “Ivy League cred” into the mix. The singer, […]

Groundbreaking New Book "Black Film Through a Psychodynamic Lens" Explores Psychological Depths of Black Cinema

Katherine Marshall Woods, author of Black Film Through Psychodyamic Lens

Nationwide — PsychMinded Media is thrilled to announce the release of Black Film Through a Psychodynamic Lens, a groundbreaking new book by acclaimed media psychologist, Dr. Katherine Marshall Woods. This […]

Meet the People Behind the Newest Documentary on Black Land, Wealth, Housing and the Resilience of a Small-Town Community

Kristen Larue Bond and Pierre Bagley

Nationwide — Meet Kristen LaRue Bond and Pierre Bagley, the two faces behind LEXINGTON… Resilience in the Redline, an award-winning documentary about Black land, wealth, housing, and the resilience of […]

Ray J Implies That Celebrities Are Paying Off Diddy Victims to Stay Quiet

Ray J and Diddy

Nationwide — Ray J has recently claimed that numerous celebrities are so alarmed by their connections to Sean “Diddy” Combs that they’re allegedly paying accusers to keep silent as part […]

Author to Release New Book, "AfroCentric Style: A Celebration of Blackness & Identity in Pop Culture"

Shirley Neal, author of Afrocentric Style book

Nationwide — Filled with more than 200 color and black-and-white photos, Afrocentric Style: A Celebration of Blackness & Identity in Pop Culture by author, screenwriter, and TV/Film Producer, Shirley Neal, […]

Move Over, Dog Man – RoboKid is Here! The Black Hero Ready to Dominate Kids’ Bookshelves

RoboKid by Mark Chapman

New Action-Packed Children’s Book Launches Nationwide — Calling all Dog Man and Captain Underpants fans! Get ready for your next obsession — A Schoolyard Legend is Born: RoboKid in The […]

New York Bound: "Bronzeville The Musical" Set to Make Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater

Bronzeville The Musical

A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Faith, Legacy, and Courage Highlighting the Rich History of Bronzeville, Chicago Nationwide — In a groundbreaking move, the Mahdi Theatre Company is set to unveil “Bronzeville […]

Actor Denzel Washington Reportedly Confronted Diddy at One of His Parties

Sean Diddy Combs and Denzel Washington

Nationwide — In a resurfaced story from 2003, Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington allegedly confronted Sean “Diddy” Combs at one of his notorious parties, stirring fresh discussion about the music mogul’s […]

Jennifer Hudson Questions Rapper Common’s Comments About Marriage

Jennifer Hudson and Common

Nationwide — Jennifer Hudson recently left her audience intrigued on The Jennifer Hudson Show when she playfully addressed her boyfriend, Common, about his recent remarks on marriage. The couple, who […]

3 Chambers Fest Announces Early Bird Pass Sale

3 Chambers Fest

Festival returns to Wilmington, NC for its second year Nationwide — 3 Chambers Fest returns to downtown Wilmington, North Carolina for its second year on December 4-7, 2024. Early Bird […]

Grammy-Winning Delfeayo Marsalis and His Uptown Orchestra Celebrate Hometown New Orleans Heroes with New Album

Delfeayo Marsalis and Uptown Orchestra

“Soooo New Orleans!” — Allen Morrison, DownBeat “You’re gonna feel like you’re at a street party in the Crescent City with trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis leading the Uptown Jazz Orchestra.” — […]

A Capella Ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock Announce 2024-2025 Appearance Dates to Celebrate Band’s 50 Years and Beyond Tour

Sweet Honey in the Rock

Nationwide — Critically acclaimed a cappella group and social justice champions, Sweet Honey In The Rock, proudly announce new tour dates for the fall and spring of 2025 in commemoration […]

Black-Owned Facilities Management and Maintenance Company Celebrates 5 Years in Business, Wins Prestigious Award

Owners and staff at Jengo Facilities

Nationwide — On August 22nd, 2024, Jengo Facilities LLC was awarded the 2024 Champion award by the Dallas Fort Worth chapter of the African American Real Estate Professionals (AAREP DFW). […]

Melanated Cares Foundation to Host 2024 Annual Camping Retreat Powered by Winnebago Industries Foundation

Melanated Cares Foundation Annual Camping Retreat

Nationwide — The Melanated Cares Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s annual event, Melanated Campout, will be powered by Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of outdoor […]

Riverside Hawks Class of 2030 Boys Basketball Team Take Home AAU National Championship Trophy – 2nd Year in a Row

Riverside Hawks

Father and son lead the team to championship – coach Hector “Hec” Almodóvar and Amare Almodovar inspire with combination of team spirit and hard work Nationwide — The young basketball […]

Award-Winning Black Director to Bring “A Raisin in the Sun” Stage Play to Sacramento

James Ellison, director of A Raisin in the Sun stageplay in Sacramento

There Will Also Be Talk Back Sessions/ Panels After Several of the Performances Nationwide — Carrie’s Touch, a Black-owned breast cancer awareness organization, is proud to announce the upcoming production […]

Gymnast Jordan Chiles Stripped of Her Bronze Medal, But New Video Proves She Did Everything Right

Jordan Chiles

Nationwide — In a fresh twist to the ongoing Olympic gymnastics controversy, Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal in the women’s floor exercise final is once again under scrutiny. USA Gymnastics announced […]

Beyonce's Nonprofit Donates $500K to Support Black Cowboys and Cowgirls

Black cowboys and cowgirls

Nationwide — Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is making a significant impact by shining a spotlight on Black cowboys and equestrian culture, not just through her music but also through her philanthropic efforts. […]

2024 Teen, Miss, Ms. and Mrs. Black United States Pageant Winners Crowned

2024 Black United States Pageant Winners

Nationwide — The Black United States® pageant crowned the winners of the 2024 competition on June 19, 2024. The event highlighted contestants from across the United States by showcasing their […]

Netflix to Develop "A Different World" Spin-Off Series About Dwayne and Whitley's Daughter Being in College

Dwayne and Whitley in the new A Different World Netflix series

Nationwide — Exciting news for fans of “A Different World,” Netflix is currently in the early stages of developing a sequel series that will follow the adventures of Dwayne and […]

50 Cent Wins $1 Billion Lawsuit From Former Drug Kingpin Alleging He Stole His Life Story

50 Cent

Nationwide — Rapper and television mogul 50 Cent has triumphed in a $1 billion lawsuit filed by Cory “Ghost” Holland, a former drug kingpin, over the hit TV series Power, […]

Black Woman Sports Executive of 20 Years Launches New TV Sports Competition Show For Athletes

Alexis Levi

Nationwide — Alexis Levi, Founder and CEO of Next Sports Pro LLC, is launching a new TV show called The Next American Sports Pro Competition. It’s the latest and greatest […]

HBCU Grad/Filmmaker Gifts Over 400 Laptops to Students in Need and Creates Free Family-Friendly Streaming Network

Tim Greene

Nationwide — Award-winning filmmaker and radio personality Tim Greene played tennis for two HBCUs, Hampton University and Livingstone College, and received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Management with […]

TrioFest, a Father & Daughter Run Festival Returns to Bring the Flavor of the Caribbean to the DMV

Triofest Festival

Third Annual TrioFest, Wine, Jerk & Curry Festival Moves To Charles County Promising An Impressive Line-Up, Wine Tasting & Authentic Caribbean Cuisine. Nationwide — TrioFest, the highly anticipated annual celebration […]

A Black American's Journey Back to Africa Just Might Earn Him a Grammy

Chad Harper and Kunta Official Beats

Nationwide — On a one-way ticket to Africa, Chad Harper left Brooklyn, NY in the fall of 2016. He settled in Kenya where he connected with Kunta Official Beats, a […]

Chris Redding Makes Waves In Music Advocating for Mental Health and Neurodiversity

Chris Redding

Nationwide — Chris Redding, a recording artist and dedicated neurodiversity advocate, is making waves in the music industry and beyond with his latest album, “Visions of Sounds.” As a neurodivergent […]

Rapper Lil Durk’s 10-Year-Old Son Shoots His Stepfather in Defense of His Mom

Lil Durk son shoots his stepfather

Nationwide — Last week, a 10-year-old boy, the biological son of rapper Lil Durk, shot his stepfather to protect his mother during a domestic dispute, possibly related to custody issues. […]

Actor Columbus Short Apologizes For Saying That Black Women Are ‘Untrainable’

Columbus Short

Nationwide — Actor Columbus Short has issued an apology after he strongly insinuated in a clip on

Keith Lee Explains Why He Dropped Taraji P. Henson’s Rose on the Floor at the BET Awards

Keith Lee and Taraji P. Henson

Nationwide — At the 2024 BET Awards, host Taraji P. Henson made the mistake of misidentifying Keith Lee in the audience. Afterwards, she gave him a rose and he was […]

Will Smith Performs New Song 'You Can Make It' With Kirk Franklin at BET Awards

Will Smith performing at the BET Awards

Nationwide — Will Smith made a triumphant return to the stage at the 2024 BET Awards, debuting his new song “You Can Make It” and thrilling fans with an energetic […]


Brian McKnight Sparks Criticism After Controversial Interview With His Grandchildren's Stepfather

Brian McKnight Fatherhood Fridays

Nationwide — Singer Brian McKnight is facing renewed criticism after interviewing the stepfather of his estranged son’s children for his Fatherhood Fridays podcast. Their discussion about fatherhood and family relationships […]

Mara Brock Akil Needs $50M Budget to Make a "Girlfriends" Film Based on the Early 2000s TV Sitcom

Mara Brock Akil in Question Everything podcast

Nationwide — Mara Brock Akil, creator and showrunner of the early 2000s TV sitcom Girlfriends, is working to bring the beloved series back as a feature film. She has the […]

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Responds to Allegedly Being Broke, "I Still Have All My Houses"

Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is responding to ongoing rumors that he is facing financial struggles. The undefeated boxing champion said his recent fights and business moves are not signs of […]

Footage Shows Big Tigger Somewhat Wrestling With His Wife Trying to Get His Phone Back

Bigger Tigger and his wife Alicia Brown wrestling as he tries to get his phone back

Nationwide — Recently released footage shows radio host Big Tigger somewhat wrestling with his wife and repeatedly asking for his phone back. In the video posted by Atlanta Black Star, […]

Black Community Leader in Atlanta Invites Families to Enroll in Summer Chess Camp

Orrin Hudson, Founder of Be Someone

Nationwide — Orrin Hudson, the Founder of nationally recognized nonprofit Be Someone, Inc., is inviting families to enroll their children in the final weeks of his Summer Strategic Leadership Chess […]

Jermaine Jackson Wins Court Ruling and is Not Required to Pay $6.5M for Abuse Allegations

Jermaine Jackson

Nationwide — Jermaine Jackson, one of the members of the Jackson 5, has won a court ruling that overturned a $6.5 million default judgment in a Los Angeles sexual assault […]

LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, But He is Not Retiring... No News Yet About Bronny

LeBron James leaves Lakers

Nationwide — LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and will hit the free agent market this offseason, his agent confirmed. He is not retiring and plans to continue […]

Rapper 50 Cent Faces Backlash Over Performance at Donald Trump Jr's 4th of July Event

50 Cent reportedly set to perform at Donald Trump Jr.'s event

Nationwide — Rapper and media mogul 50 Cent is facing backlash after reports surfaced that he is set to perform at Donald Trump Jr.’s private 4th of July weekend celebration. […]

Ray J Confirms Boxing Match With Orlando Brown Set for August Despite Recent Hospitalization

Ray J, Orlando Brown

Nationwide — Singer Ray J has confirmed that he will fight actor Orlando Brown in a celebrity boxing match scheduled for August. The announcement comes after Ray J’s recent loss […]

Black Author Celebrates New Ownership of Publishing Company, Showcasing a Lifetime of Inspirational Family Writings

Waldo Theus

Natiownide — Author Waldo Theus is celebrating a new chapter in his literary journey as the owner of The Theus Publishing Group LLC, an independent publishing company dedicated to sharing […]

Black Author Launches Children's Journals Helping Young Readers See Their Worth and Write Their Own Stories

Children's books by Valerie J. Lewis Coleman

Nationwide — What happens when a child finally sees themselves as the hero of a story? For more than 1,000 children, that moment has sparked confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong […]

Ice Cube and Nia Long to Star in Another "Are We There Yet?" Sequel After Nearly 20 Years

Ice Cube, Nia Long

Nationwide — Ice Cube and Nia Long are set to reunite for another Are We There Yet? sequel. The actors return to the franchise as development begins on a new story […]

Clive Davis Dies at 94 as Music Legend Who Built the Careers of Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, and More

Clive Davis

Nationwide — The music industry is mourning the loss of Clive Davis, who died this morning at age 94, the legendary record executive whose influence helped shape the careers of […]

Black Woman Curator Launches New Guide That Celebrates Black-Owned Luxury Beauty and Fragrance Brands

Karrin Kay Martin

Her annual hardcover coffee table guide and companion directory are redefining how consumers discover and support Black-owned luxury beauty and fragrance Nationwide — Curator, author, and beauty industry tastemaker Karrin […]

"The Proud Family" Celebrates 25 Years With All New Season 4 Premiere on Disney+

The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder

Nationwide — The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder will end with its fourth season, with a premiere set for July 29th ahead of its 25th anniversary milestone. The Disney animated series, […]

Actor Clifton Davis Credits Work and Family Support for Helping Him Stay Healthy at 80

Clifton Davis at 80 years old

Nationwide — Clifton Davis shares how he stays sharp and healthy at 80 while reflecting on his long career and role in Beyond the Gates. He credits work, routine, and […]

$90M Lawsuit Against Chris Brown Ends in Mistrial Because of Juror Misconduct

Chris Brown $90 million lawsuit ends in mistrial

Nationwide — A Los Angeles civil trial involving Chris Brown ended in mistrial after juror misconduct disrupted the proceedings. The $90 million lawsuit centers on allegations tied to a 2020 […]

Chris Tucker Says That He’s Been Celibate for the Past 3 Years, and is Waiting for Marriage

Chris Tucker

Nationwide — Actor/comedian Chris Tucker says he has stayed celibate for more than three years, sharing the update during a Las Vegas comedy set where he also joked about love, […]

Black Journalist, Educator, and Cultural Strategist Debuts New Book "Get the F** Out of America"

Get the F Out of America book by Phelena Napper

A 12-Point Plan for Black Women to Leave the Divided States, Build Wealth, and Live Their Best Lives Nationwide — Phelena Napper, journalist, educator, cultural strategist, and founder of Black […]

Black Scholar Reveals Little-Known African American History About Hawaii in 3 Groundbreaking Books

Miles M. Jackson, author of books about Black history in Hawaii

Nationwide — For two centuries, African Americans have lived, thrived, and helped build Hawaii, and now, finally, their story is being told by author Dr. Miles M. Jackson. Islands With […]

LL Cool J Joins Ben Crump’s DreamFi to Build Financial Literacy in Underserved Communities

Ben Crump and LL Cool J

Nationwide — DreamFi, the financial empowerment platform co-founded by renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, today announced that LL Cool J has partnered with the DreamFi family. The partnership brings […]

Founder Who Sold Over 700,000 Black History Flashcards Says Business May Soon Close

Freddie Taylor

Nationwide — Freddie Taylor, the Founder and CEO of Urban Intellectuals, one of the most recognized independent Black history education companies in the world, says his company is now in […]

Meet the Black Woman Building Her Media Empire to Own Her Sound, Her Screen, and Her Story

Tina Redmond, Founder TRACC Radio and TV

Nationwide — Media tech entrepreneur Tina Redmond has officially launched TRACC Radio TV Studios in Los Angeles, California, a full digital media and technology production company offering app development, streaming […]

Meet the Black Attorney Building a World Class Lawyer Museum in Atlanta and Documenting the Journey in Real Time

Tiffany M. Simmons

Nationwide — Attorney, entrepreneur, and cultural strategist Tiffany M. Simmons, Esq., widely known as “The Plug’s Lawyer,” is entering a new era of institution building following official recognition from the […]

Meet the HBCU Grads Making History as the Masterminds Behind African Liberation Day 2026

Diallo Sumbry and Dr. Ashley Milton, masterminds behind African Liberation Day 2026

Nationwide — Diallo Sumbry, an HBCU graduate of the University of DC, and Dr. Ashley Milton, an HBCU graduate of Florida A&M University, have made history as the cultural architects […]

John McClain, Music Executive Who Helped Run Michael Jackson’s Estate, Dies at 71

John McClain

Nationwide — John McClain, co-executor of the Michael Jackson estate and longtime music executive, has died at 71 in Malibu. He played a key role in shaping major artists’ careers and […]

Ray J Admits Himself to the Hospital After Being Knocked Out in Boxing Match

Ray J knock out

Nationwide — Ray J checked himself into a Las Vegas hospital after a celebrity boxing match ended in a knockout loss. Doctors kept him under observation while they evaluated possible concussion […]

Naomi Osaka Responds to Backlash Over Dinner Event for Other Black Tennis Players

Naomi Osaka Black-only tennis dinner

Nationwide — Naomi Osaka defended her decision to host a Black tennis players’ dinner ahead of the French Open. She co-hosted the event with Taylor Townsend to highlight inclusion, shared […]

Dr. Umar Johnson Publicly Criticizes Kevin Hart for Allowing Racial Jokes During Netflix Roast

Dr. Umar Johnson, Kevin Hart

Nationwide — Dr. Umar Johnson criticized Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast, arguing several jokes crossed racial lines and disrespected Black history. He sparked debate after calling out the special and Hart’s response […]

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Ordered to Pay $1M in Child Support in Paternity Case With Former Stripper

Floyd Mayweather Jr. child support

Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been ordered by a Nevada court to pay nearly $1 million in back child support after being legally declared the father of a child […]

Black Celebrity Chef Boots, Founder of Harlem Biscuit Company, Brings His Award-Winning Biscuits to Doorsteps Nationwide

Celebrity Chef Melvin Boots Johnson

Biscuit-lovers Can Savor Chef Boots’ Winning Dish on “Beat Bobby Flay” Season 38 Nationwide — Celebrity Chef Melvin “Boots” Johnson, founder of the famous Harlem Biscuit Company restaurant, has officially […]

Founder of "Spanish for Black Girls" to Host 7th Immersion Trip for Professional Black Women in Costa Rica

Kaywanda Lamb, Founder of Spanish for Black Girls

Spanish for Black Girls™ Celebrates Five Years of Transformative Spanish Immersion Experiences Designed for Professional Black Women Nationwide — As more professional women seek opportunities to expand globally, increase career […]