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New Book, "First Seeds of Civil War Are Sown," Documents Black History Like Never Before

First Seeds of Civil War Are Sown

Nationwide — A beautiful lifetime original collector’s commemorative souvenir booklet entitled First Seeds of Civil War Are Sown is now available for the 10th anniversary of a historical event that took […]

Philly’s Highly Anticipated Crime Drama, "The Probe," Set To Begin Filming!

The Probe TV series

Philadelphia, PA — After a successful wrap up of break-through worthy actor auditions, TTW Productions in association with 20/20 Vizion Presents and 1st Dibz Productions, brings you The Probe – […]

New, African-Centered Dating Model Revolutionizes the Match-Making Industry for Black Singles

Black couple in love

Find Black Love gathers organizers, model elder couples, contributing singles, and advisors from cities around the East Coast to bring hope to millions of Black singles seeking to discover Black […]

3 of the Latest Eyebrow Trends You Can Expect to See in 2019

African American woman's eyebrows

Nationwide — Fashion trends are constantly changing, and the same is true for make-up and beauty trends. These changes often make it difficult to know which styles are in and […]

Bringing Back Hip-Hop — A Profile on Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar

Nationwide — Many know of the award-winning rapper and songwriter, Kendrick Lamar. Whether you’re a fan yourself or know of him through his association with the producer Dr. Dre, the […]

10-Year Old Boy Bowls a Perfect Game and Makes History!

Kai Struthers, youngest person to bowl a perfect game

Linden, NJ — Kai Struthers, a 10-year old boy from New Jersey, recently made history when he bowled a perfect game in a competition at Jersey Lanes in Linden. Kai […]

NFL Super Bowl, Gladys Knight, and Colin Kaepernick: It Ain’t What You Think It Is!

Gladys Knight and Colin Kaepernick

By Tolson Banner Nationwide — This isn’t about Gladys Knight’s right to perform at the Super Bowl; it surely isn’t about the singing of the National Anthem and you can […]

From Silent Film to Blaxploitation: The Film Detective Celebrates Black History Month with 70 Years of African-American Cinema History

Cicely Tyson in Sounder

Witness 28 films in cinematic history that led to the iconic Oscar-winners and blockbusters we see today. Rockport, MA — The Film Detective, a classic film and television company that […]

Black Author Says Broken Communities Can Be Nurtured Back to Health Through Volunteering

Venchele Saint Dic

Manifesting your light is the greatest gift you can give to the world. Nationwide — Venchele Saint Dic, author of the chapter “Journey to Redemption and Faith” in the bestselling […]

23rd Annual Black Writers on Tour Conference & Southern California Black Business Expo to Be Held Under One Roof

Black writers on tour

Nationwide — Dr. Rosie Milligan brings the largest Black cultural event for Southern California – the Black Writers On Tour Conference & Southern California Black Business Expo under one roof […]

New Book, "My Afrikah Hair," is a Masterpiece For Black Girls Everywhere

Melanie Houston, author of My Afrikah Hair

Written by Melanie Houston, each page displays poetry, exquisite watercolor, and teastained images that evoke childhood memories, and proudly proclaims the heritage and culture of Africans and African-Americans. Nationwide — […]

500-Page Book Features 2,000 Black History Trivia Questions & Answers -- Just in Time For Black History Month!

Ultimate Black History Trivia Book by Curtis Claytor

Nationwide — The Ultimate Black History Trivia Book by Curtis Claytor is a 578-page book with two thousand multiple choice questions and answers in four categories: History; Music; Sports; Television, […]

What You Should Know About Lebron James' I Promise School

Lebron James, founder of the I Promise Foundation

Nationwide — One of the most celebrated basketball players of all time opened a school this past year. LeBron James’ I Promise School is a public elementary school for at-risk […]

Our Top 8 Black Celebrity Makeup Artists

Black celebrity makeup artist helping Taraji P. Henson get ready

Nationwide — Bernadine Anderson was the first Black female celebrity makeup artist in 1972—and since she broke the barrier, Black makeup artists have made waves with their incredible techniques. The […]

6 Black Celebrities Who Give Back to the Community

Lebron James giving back to the community

Nationwide — To regular people, celebrities seem like they have it all. They get paid big, get amazing opportunities, and can travel the world. That’s all fun and good, but […]

Black Agency Launches #400YearChallenge With 60-Second Animation That Honors the 400 Year Anniversary of the First Enslaved Africans’ Arrival in the U.S.

Adrinka Group's 400 Year Challenge

Washington, DC — In the age of social media challenges that normally revolve around a dance, dangerous daredevil challenges, or pure fun, The Adinkra Group, an African cultural resource company […]

Founded By Master P, Moneyatti Luxury Sneakers Has Already Earned Street Cred From the Culture of Sneaker Heads

Master P's new shoe brand, MoneYatti

Nationwide — MoneYatti luxury sneakers are handcrafted in Italy with the finest premium leathers, high quality kicks worth spending your money on. Founded by Percy Miller AKA Master P himself, […]

8 of the Most Influential Black Film Directors in America

Tyler Perry and Ava Duvernay

Nationwide — As challenging as it is to become a successful filmmaker, it’s even more challenging to become a famous Black filmmaker. Many of these legendary directors make incredible movies […]

"Black History Now 2019 - Celebrating Today’s Change Makers" Presented by the Portsmouth Museums and the Portsmouth Public Library

Actress Dorothy Steel in Black Panther

Come, See, Play, Explore! NASCAR, Wakanda, and More January 18, 2019 – February 28, 2019 Portsmouth, VA — The Portsmouth Museums and the Portsmouth Public Library will kick off 2019 […]

Alicia Keys to Host This Year's 61st Grammy Awards

Alicia Keys

Nationwide — 15-time Grammy winner R&B singer Alicia Keys is definitely a girl on fire as she has recently been named the host of the upcoming Grammy Awards ceremony. This […]

Actors Danny Glover & Delroy Lindo Return to Leadership Academy for Black Teen Males at Princeton University

Young Black men at the From the Fire Academy with Danny Glover

New York, NY — Personal development, empowerment, and accountability are primary focus areas of From the Fire: Leadership Academy for Young Men, operated by At the Well Conferences, Inc., a […]

Meet the Founder of the Black-Owned Wig Line That Designs Wigs For Tyler Perry's Characters

Charles Gregory

Nationwide — The hair genius behind the wig of Tyler Perry’s portrayal of Collin Powell in the Annapurna Pictures film Vice, Charles Gregory aka ‘The Renowned,’ is set to launch […]

CIEE Launches Social Media Campaign Celebrating the Brilliance of Frederick Douglass Global Fellows and the Benefits of Studying Abroad

Carmen Crusoe, Howard University, CIEE 2018 Frederick Douglass Global Fellow

Sharing Exceptional Student Videos in Hashtag Campaign #CIEEmpower #MSInspirational #FrederickDouglassGlobalFellows Portland, ME — This week, the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) launched a social media campaign – #CIEEmpower #MSInspirational […]

15 Black History Museums to Visit During Black History Month

Black History Museum

Nationwide — With February quickly approaching, we prepare to celebrate Black History Month – a time to reflect on the African-American trailblazers throughout history who stood their ground to establish […]

Inspirational Life Story Revealed About an International Black Model Who Got Her Start in Paris in the 1980’s Despite Incredible Odds

Shailah Edmonds

New York, NY — Former High-Fashion Runway Model, Shailah Edmonds, reveals all in her captivating autobiography entitled Wild Child to Couture Style: The Shailah Edmonds Story.

Things to Know About the Singer H.E.R. Before the 2019 Grammys

Singer H.E.R.

Nationwide — Gabriella (Gabi) Wilson, also known by her stage name H.E.R., is a singer from California. The 21-year old artist has shaken the world with her powerful lyrics and […]

The Most Popular Black Lifestyle Bloggers to Follow

Black lifestyle bloggers

Nationwide — Whether you’re looking for fashion advice, new restaurants to try, or pop-culture reviews, there’s a lifestyle blog out there for you. With their unique viewpoints and opinions on […]

"Sistas on Fire! A Newsical" -- A Musical Revue That Examines Pressing Social Issues From a Black Woman's Perspective

Sistas on Fire Newsical

New York, NY — The personal becomes the political when passionately-opinionated African American women speak their minds on the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Black Lives Matter, missing Black women and […]

Denton Black Film Festival to Launch New Institute to Empower Filmmakers, Writers, Directors, Producers

Denton Black Film Festival

Denton, TX — The DBFF Institute is launching at the 5th annual Denton Black Film Festival with the mission to serve as a year-round clearinghouse for creatives in the Dallas-Fort […]

Black-Owned Publisher Aims to Take Urban Literature in a New Direction

SoulFire Books

Nationwide — At SoulFire Books, their mission is to elevate and to evolve African-American literature by being fundamentally committed to being at the forefront of a new direction in literary […]

BlackFacts.com Allows Parents to Give the Gift of Black History and Cultural Achievement to Their Children

Children learning Black history

This Black History Month, BlackFacts.com invites you to fill the minds of your loved ones, students and friends with more than gossip and negative stereotypes.  Educate and inspire them with […]

Finally, Help For African Americans to Identify Unhealthy Elements in Relationships, Heal Old Wounds, Release the Pain, and Stop the Hurt

Noreen McClendon, author of Hurt People Highway

“How did I get here? Oh, that’s right. It was the road traveled so often by so many before. The road from strong, beautiful black man behind the walls through […]

Kim Kardashian is Now Suing Ray J for $6M for Breach of Contract

Kim Kardashian and Ray J

Nationwide — Kim Kardashian is suing Ray J over a $6 million dispute tied to a 2023 settlement from their long-running sex tape case. She and Kris Jenner allege he broke […]

LaToya Jackson Finally Reveals Why Her Sister, Janet Jackson, is Not in the 'Michael' Biopic

LaToya Jackson and Janet Jackson

Nationwide — LaToya Jackson shared why Janet Jackson does not appear in the Michael biopic, saying her sister simply chose not to take part. The film still features several Jackson […]

Black-Led Media Platform and International Film Festival Launch Nationwide Competition to Discover Emerging Culture Voices

Peachtree Village International Film Festival

Nationwide — JaroGO, a next-generation streaming and media platform, has announced the launch of the “Host The Culture. Own the Moment.” Nationwide Host Competition in partnership with the Peachtree Village […]

Rapper Trick Daddy Says He Doesn't Date Women Over 40 Because They're "Unromantic"

Rapper Trick Daddy

Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy once again faced online debate after saying he prefers not to date women over 40, pointing to compatibility and lifestyle differences. His comments spread quickly […]

Rapper Akon Defends His Views About Polygamy Again, Says Men and Women Are Not Equal

Akon defends polygamy

Nationwide — Akon sparked debate again after defending polygamy and saying men and women are not equal, linking his views to nature and how he believes relationships are structured. His remarks […]

NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton's Response About His White Fiance, "I Grew Up Around All White People"

Tyrese Haliburton

Nationwide — NBA star Tyrese Haliburton has addressed viral speculation about his dating life after online clips sparked debate about the people he is seen with in public. He explained […]

Upscale Jazz Venue in Boston Set to Open at the Historic Bolling Building This Spring

Jazz Urbane Cafe in Boston, Nubian Square

Boston’s Nubian Square gains a landmark arts destination as celebrated musicians and community leaders prepare to open across a three-day event series. Nationwide — Jazz Urbane Cafe™, a new jazz […]

Rapper Tory Lanez Sues Prison for $100M for Failing to Protect Him from Being Stabbed 16 Times

Tory Lanez sues prison

Nationwide — Tory Lanez has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the California prison system after a violent stabbing inside Tehachapi prison. He claims officials failed to protect him and housed […]

Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly, Tyrese, and More to Headline 2026 Cincinnati Music Festival

Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Tyrese and Nelly at the Cincinnati Music Festival

Nationwide — Berrywise Enterprise, a leading ticket and hotel reseller, is excited to offer ticket and hotel packages for the 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival. This highly anticipated event will take […]

Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism

Tamera Mowry

Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]

D4vd’s Lawyers Deny Murder Allegations, Claim a Grand Jury Indictment Was Never Issued

D4vd arrested, lawyers deny murder allegations

Nationwide — A singer who goes by the name of D4vd was arrested Thursday in Los Angeles by LAPD on suspicion of murdering Celeste Rivas Hernandez. D4vd’s lawyers now say […]

Gospel Singer Tina Campbell’s Husband Files for Divorce After 25 Years of Marriage

Tina Campbell and husband Glendon

Nationwide — Gospel singer Trecina “Tina” Campbell is being divorced by her husband, Glendon Campbell, who filed to end their marriage following more than two decades together. He cited irreconcilable […]

Dave Chappelle Addresses Double Standards Against Black Performers, Responds to Saudi Show Backlash About “Dirty Money” Claims

Dave Chappelle responds on Saudi Arabia show backlash

Nationwide — Comedian Dave Chappelle responds to renewed criticism over his Saudi Arabia show appearance, where critics questioned his pay and principles. He argues that accusations of “dirty money” reflect […]

Black Organization to Host 28th Annual International Father and Family Practitioners Conference in the DC Area

Dr. Jeffery M. Johnson and Dr. Ronald Mincy

Groundbreaking Gathering to Feature New Books by Dr. Jeffery M. Johnson and Dr. Ronald B. Mincy, alongside an Innovative AI Certification Workshop for Social Workers. Nationwide — The National Partnership […]

Private Jet Company Sues Floyd Mayweather Jr. Over Unpaid $105K Bill

Floyd Mayweather Jr. sued for unpaid private jet bill

Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is facing a lawsuit over claims he failed to pay a private jet bill linked to a 2025 charter flight. The case alleges he and co-defendants […]

Don Lemon Criticizes Kanye West's Fans, Says They’re “Standing With Trump”

Don Lemon, Kanye West

Nationwide — Don Lemon criticized Kanye West’s fans as the rapper continues to face renewed backlash during his music comeback. He said that supporting Kanye is closely tied to supporting […]

Black Culture Takes Center Stage as 7th Annual Jazz & Arts Festival Returns to Celebrate Legacy and Community

Nationwide — In its seventh year, The Dymally Institute is bringing its annual Jazz & Arts Festival onto its home campus at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), to be […]

Judge Mathis' Wife Linda Dismisses Divorce Case, Confirms They're Back Together

Judge Greg Mathis and his wife Linda Mathis

Nationwide — Linda Mathis, the wife of Judge Greg Mathis, has officially moved to dismiss her divorce case after reconciling with her husband. Court records confirm the longtime couple ended their […]

Rediscovering Early African-American Cinema With New Race Films and 1970s Black Movies DVD Sets

Race Films and 1970s Black Cinema DVD sets

Nationwide — CED Services, a direct response marketing company providing classic films direct to consumers, has released two DVD sets that pay tribute to early and classic African American cinema. […]

New Financial Literacy Board Game Called “Black Blocks” Combines Wealth-Building Strategy Gameplay with Black History

Black Blocks

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

Dr. Troya Bishop, author of Answers to Intimacy book

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

Essynce Moore

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

Angel Reese Atlanta Dream

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

Manufacturers Cup Series

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

Cardi B course in Howard University

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

Bob Barker racism allegations

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”

TLC’s Chilli

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

Tiger Woods DUI

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

Daniel Julez Smith Jr, Tommie Lee dating rumors

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

Justin Timberlake mugshot from June 2024 arrest

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

Alan Benson, author of Elevate From Boys to Men book

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

Tina Redmond, Founder of TRACC RADIO

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 […]