Santa Fe, NM — Dr. Bettye Kearse, retired pediatrician and black descendant of President James Madison, is the author of the award-winning book The Other Madisons: The Lost History of […]
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Black-Owned Clothing Company Launches Line of Pro-Black Coffee Mugs to Start Mornings Off With Positivity and Blessing
Lex Pyerse’s stylish mugs use eye-catching and thought-provoking words and word clusters that capture the essence of Black excellence and promote individuality. Los Angeles, CA -– Lex Pyerse Clothing has […]
HBCU Makes Offer to Recruit Teen Basketball Player With One Arm
Nationwide — Hansel Emmanuel Donato Dominguez, a 17-year old from Florida who is a star basketball player with just one arm, has been offered a full scholarship to play for […]
Meet the Siblings Who Are Teaching Other Kids How to Speak up to 8 Different Languages
Cleveland, OH — Meet 4-year old Emilio, 6-year old Amora, 8-year old Rosie, 10-year old LaLa, 12-year old Anita, 16-year old Malachi, 18-year old Kimoni, 20-year old Mina, and baby […]
Founder of Black-Owned Sneaker Company Seeks to Empower Athletes About New NCAA Ruling
Atlanta, GA — Under a recent Supreme Court ruling, the National Collegiate Athletic Association can no longer place restrictions on education-related benefits for student-athletes. NCAA athletes can now profit from […]
New Memoir From Black Army Chaplain Shares a Message of Hope, Faith and More
James Darren Key reflects on growing up in Los Angeles and serving in the Army in ‘A Long Way from Crenshaw’ Nationwide — Author and U.S. Army chaplain James Darren […]
Black Founders Launch the Ultimate Music Podcast to Revolutionize the Contemporary Music Industry
@Musicleaderz By Fangage Nation is a Podcast Being Launched as a Musical Movement to Change the Existing Narrative for the Next Generation of Musical Icons Nationwide — Earlier this summer, […]
Retired Black Police Officer Reveals “Why Cops Kill and How to Stop Them"
Nationwide — Meet Charlie Rose whose new book Why Cops Kill and How to Stop Them reveals his personal story as a police officer many years ago in the Greenwood […]
Meet the 3 Fastest Women in the World, Team Jamaica - Clean Sweep!
Nationwide — The small island of Jamaica has made history once again in the world of sports. Three runners — Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Shericka Jackson — recently became […]
Black Author Releases New Children's Book Highlighting 9-Year Old Master Chef
Nationwide — Imagine a world where young Black males are allowed to reach their full potential. For 9-year old Chef Toussaint Palmer, his dreams of becoming a master chef have […]
Father Writes Book With His 7-Year Old Son as the Illustrator
Oakland, CA — Khalil has been drawing cartoon characters since he was four years old, so his father, Omar Bala, decided to showcase his talents for the world to see.
Black Entrepreneur Makes History, Expands Radio Station App to Both Atlanta and Los Angeles
Nationwide — Tina Redmond AKA DJ Chic Chick, the founder of TRACC Radio, a Black-owned radio station app, continues to make history and change up the game. Earlier this year, […]
HBCU Grads Form Power Couple, FinTech Genius Angel Rich Gets Engaged
Nationwide — What’s better than one Black future billionaire? Two. Tech star Angel Rich is having the best year ever. On July 11th, the Black wealth visionary got engaged. “I […]
Black-Produced Film "A 2nd Chance" to Debut in Theaters, July 23-29 in Newark, NJ
Newark, NJ — Royal Family Films, a Black-owned independent film company led by Alonzo Herran, Jr., announces the debut of his newest film A 2nd Chance being publicly viewed at […]
MC Lyte, DJ Hollywood, Busy Bee and Grandmaster Caz Join NFT Project, Masterminds of Hip Hop
All parties will be releasing their special NFT collectibles that will include never before heard stories. Nationwide — In an unprecedented move, Tokau is collaborating with Russell Simmons, aptly named […]
Black-Owned National Performance Art Co. Prepares for Take-off
Columbus, OH — Two Scoops National Performance Art Co. (Two Scoops NPAC) prepares for take-off with a free virtual riveting performance featuring national recording artist and The Voice season 12 […]
Late Night with Bennie Love Podcast Has Women Going Crazy
Nationwide — The Bshani Radio App, which is on over 3 million smartphones worldwide, exclusively features the sexiest voice online: Bennie Love, the host of Late Night with Bennie Love. […]
The First All-Black Orchestra to Perform at Carnegie Hall in 130 Years
Nationwide — The Gateways Music Festival Orchestra is making history as the first all-Black classical symphony orchestra to do a feature performance at Carnegie Hall. It is the first time […]
Sha’Carri Richardson Makes History as One of the Fastest Women in the World
Nationwide — 21-year old Sha’Carri Richardson has officially made the 2021 U.S. Olympic team after an amazing performance in Eugene, Oregon where she won first place in the women’s 100-meter […]
HBCU Change and HBCU Buzz Team Up to Raise $1 Billion For Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Atlanta, GA — HBCU Change, a philanthropic digital app, and HBCU Buzz, a leading multimedia marketing agency specializing in HBCU content and campaign strategies, have joined forces to rally alums […]
Black Counselor of 27 Years Launches Online Camp to Train Athletes How to be Mentally Tough
Nationwide — Kim Chisolm, an experienced counselor with a degree in psychology and a love for sports, will be presenting an online mental toughness summer camp called Mental Fortitude: A […]
Ashlie Amber Leads the Charge for Black Females to Dominate Country Music Charts
Country Music’s Coat of Many Colors is NOT for Sale Nationwide — Ashlie Amber is challenging herself to not only make her mark on country music but to also normalize […]
Singer, Pianist, and Songwriter Gina Williams is Releasing 5 Albums This Year
Nationwide — Gina Williams is quietly shattering barriers of how things “should be” The singer, pianist, songwriter, and composer released a choral and orchestral album called “Olympiad” and performed with […]
Director Makes History, Releases UK’s First Romance Comedy Film With Two Black Lead Actors
Nationwide — Loves Spell released in the UK under She’s the One is the latest film by British award-winning writer and director Fredi Nwaka that is predicted to be a […]
Legendary Jazz Singer Freda Payne Releases New Star-Studded EP After a 6-Year Hiatus
1st Single: Sexy Johnny Mathis Duet “They Can’t Take That Away from Me” Kurt Elling, Dee Dee Bridgewater & Kenny Latimore Grace Other Twosomes Nationwide — Triple-threat vocal wonder Freda […]
Author Releases Book to Help Black Men Become Better Leaders, Creators... and Men
Nationwide — D. Forte, a local author from Birmingham, Alabama, is proud to share his second-ever self-improvement book entitled The Black Man’s Guide to Self-Improvement and Community Revitalization Post Pandemic […]
Rising African American Female Filmmaker Debuts 4 Short Films in One on Tubi
Charleston, SC — Esteemed streaming app Tubi’s most talked-about new film release Trap Flix Party comes to us by way of rising African American female indie filmmaker Felicia Rivers of […]
The Ugly Truth About Mother's Day — Why Many People Don't Celebrate It (and why you may not want to either!)
Nationwide — Believe it or not, but many people don’t celebrate Mother’s Day. But why? What’s so wrong with a special day to show love to one’s mom? Well, the […]
Rapper Warren G's Son Olaijah Griffin Signs With NFL's Buffalo Bills
Nationwide — Rapper Warren G is celebrating with his 22-year old son Olaijah Griffin who recently signed with the Buffalo Bills after initially being undrafted in the NFL.
Black Therapist That Couples Should See Before Getting Married Releases New Workbook
Nationwide — To offer additional benefits to couples attending premarital counseling, author Olivia Baylor has released Before “I Do”, an insightful workbook that allows people, no matter their gender, sexual […]
Indie Rap Artist Blends Contemporary Jazz With Hip Hop Beats on New Instrumental Album
Nationwide — Years ago when music was played on turntables, you would hear the sounds of static and needle skips from a record during the course of a song. Well, […]
Upcoming Black Travel Summit to Attract Thousands of Industry Professionals
Nationwide — The annual Black Travel Summit is a conference, exhibition, awards gala, and global network for industry professionals and enthusiasts to exchange and generate ideas about collaborating with and […]
New Financial Literacy Board Game Called “Black Blocks” Combines Wealth-Building Strategy Gameplay with Black History
Nationwide — Serial entrepreneur David E. Rogers will open pre-orders for Black Blocks on May 15, 2026. His innovative board game is designed for players ages 12 and up, and […]
HBCU Scholar/ Educator of 24 Years Releases Newly Revised Guide on How to Build Better Relationships
Nationwide — Married? Single? “It’s complicated.”? Not speaking to a relative or a former friend or two? If relationship drama has become a recurring theme, Dr. Troya Bishop, an Atlanta-based […]
Young Entrepreneur, Author & Actress Essynce Moore Launches "Middle School Chronicles" Tour — Hitting Schools Nationwide
Tour Seeks School Partners and Sponsors to Bring Powerful Youth Empowerment Message Directly into Classrooms Nationwide — Serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and actress Essynce Moore is hitting the road — […]
Basketball Star Angel Reese Joins Atlanta Dream After Major WNBA Trade
Nationwide — Angel Reese has been traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream in a major WNBA deal that includes future draft picks. Atlanta adds the All-Star forward to […]
Historic Moment in Motorsports: Black Leadership, Speed, and Legacy to Converge in Gainesville, Florida
Nationwide — Something powerful is happening in Gainesville, Florida, this April and it goes far beyond the roar of engines and the thrill of competition. From April 10–12, the Manufacturers […]
Howard University Creates New Course Inspired By Cardi B's Impact and Her Newest Album
Nationwide — Howard University, an HBCU in Washington, DC, is launching a Cardi B focused course for Fall 2026 that studies her music rollout, branding, and cultural impact. It uses her […]
Former Black Models on "The Price Is Right" Say Host Bob Barker Was Racist
Nationwide — A new documentary is bringing renewed attention to Bob Barker’s time on The Price is Right, with former models alleging racism, retaliation, and a toxic work environment behind the […]
Fans of TLC Say That Chilli’s White Boyfriend Has Her “Thinking White”
Nationwide — TLC group member Chilli is under public scrutiny after reports linked her to political donations and resurfaced social media activity, sparking debate among fans about her personal choices […]
Tiger Woods Refuses to Hire a Driver Despite Having Caused Two DUI Car Crashes
Nationwide — Tiger Woods continues to refuse to hire a driver despite a recent DUI arrest and a history of car crashes, saying he prefers to drive himself. The golf […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Book by U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Provides a Definitive Roadmap for Mentoring the Next Generation of Black Leaders
Nationwide — Author, educator, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Alan D. Benson announces the release of his powerful new book, Elevate from boys to MEN. This essential guide provides a […]
Black Woman Entertainer and Entrepreneur Celebrates Women's History Month with Launch of TRACC RADIO.TV STUDIOS
Nationwide — DJ, broadcaster, actress, producer, and media entrepreneur Tina Redmond, formerly known as DJ Chic Chick and now professionally recognized as TRACC THE DJ (TRACC) – Tina Redmond Always […]
Black Author Debuts Powerful Memoir, From the Projects to the Halls of Academia and Medicine
Nationwide — Rudolph Elliot Willis will release his debut book, Echoes of Cabrini-Green, on April 21, 2026, published by Southern Illinois University Press (SIU Press). Written as a series of […]
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, […]
Brian McKnight Takes Legal Action Against Radio Station Over Claims That He's Abusive
Nationwide — Brian McKnight is taking legal action against a North Carolina radio station and its host, claiming they falsely painted him as an abusive and neglectful father. He says the […]
Pastor Jamal Bryant Lost a Lot of Followers By Trying to End the Target Boycott
Nationwide — Pastor Jamal Bryant controversially announced the end of the yearlong Target boycott last week, praising the retailer for investing $2 billion in Black-owned businesses and meeting most of […]
Largest Black Children's Book Fair in Dayton, Ohio, Launches 3rd Annual Event
Nationwide — The third annual When I See Me™ Children’s Book Fair takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026 (11 am to 4 pm) at the Dayton Metro Library’s West Branch, […]
Celebrity Blogger Tasha K Starts GoFundMe to Pay $3.5M Legal Debt to Cardi B
Nationwide — Celebrity blogger Tasha K, who has been in a long-running legal battle with Cardi B, has launched a GoFundMe page to help pay off her $3.5 million judgment. She’s […]
R&B Legends Tony Terry and Christopher Williams to Headline Powerful Stage Play, "When You Cry, I Cry"
Nationwide — Shyfox Productions proudly presents When You Cry, I Cry, a powerful and emotionally moving stage play that explores the devastating impact of violence on families and communities while […]
Queen Latifah and Taraji P. Henson to Produce Original Films for Lifetime
Nationwide — Lifetime has announced new partnerships with Queen Latifah and Taraji P. Henson, along with the network’s first microdrama project executive-produced by Taye Diggs. These moves expand Lifetime’s lineup […]
50 Cent Teases Docuseries on T.I. and Tiny Harris' Previous Sexual Assault Allegations
Nationwide — Rapper 50 Cent hinted he may be working on a new documentary about T.I. and Tiny Harris, focusing on sexual abuse allegations against the couple. He teased the […]
22-Year-Old Black Creator Launches AI-Powered Animated Series from His Laptop — Without Hollywood
Nationwide — While major studios debate how artificial intelligence will reshape Hollywood, 22-year-old Tierre Hummons has already built his own cinematic animated series called Synth City, which delivers studio-level quality […]
Black Filmmaker Relaunches Her Production Company With a Bold Focus on Social Impact
Her company provides short-form video production for nonprofits, advocacy initiatives, and purpose-driven brands, combining cinematic storytelling with transparent pricing and collaborative production support for clients in New York City, Atlanta, […]
Tyler Perry Starts Production on New Netflix Series "Where There's Smoke"
Nationwide — Filmmaker Tyler Perry is launching a new firefighter drama on Netflix, Where There’s Smoke. The 16-episode series follows firefighters facing danger on the job while dealing with personal struggles […]
Black Entrepreneur Releases New Video Showing Others How He Created AI-Powered Musicians
Nationwide — Marcus Parker, an African American entrepreneur and motivator, has launched a new video, The Making of Rize Mode – Motivation Built, on how he transformed two decades of […]
Bill Cosby Seeks to Block Witnesses in New Sexual Assault Case
Nationwide — Bill Cosby is trying to block Janice Dickinson and several other women from testifying in a new lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault. He also wants to keep […]
Rapper DJ Quik’s Son Receives 15-Year Sentence for 2022 Murder
Nationwide — David Blake Jr., son of rapper DJ Quik, was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for a 2022 shooting in Downey, California. He was convicted of […]
Black Founder Turns Teen Motherhood Story Into Children’s Book That Celebrates Love Beyond Labels
Nationwide — Just My Mom: Beyond Labels and Love, a new children’s book by Tyra Moore, the founder of A Girl Like Me Inc., is redefining how families talk about […]
Black-Owned Organization Called Homeschool Yo Kids Launches 13-City National Tour
Nationwide — Following a successful kickoff in Oakland, California, the Homeschool Yo Kid Expo 2026 is continuing its bold 4th chapter with a 13-city national tour, bringing homeschooling resources, education, […]
Actress Lupita Nyong’o Opens Up About Living With Over 50 Fibroids
Nationwide — Award-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o has revealed that she has over 50 fibroids in her uterus, causing pain, heavy bleeding, and other health challenges. She first discovered them […]
Black Author Releases Revised Illustrated Guide to African American History
Nationwide — Color in America by Roy Wyatt is an illustrated guide to African Americans’ pursuit of freedom and history in the United States of America. The book is a […]