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Black Chronicle Book Re-Issued For Historic 400 Year Celebration

Ben Wilson and his bookcover for Black Chronicle

Nationwide — Ben Wilson’s Black Chronicle Book I 1778-1956, a Black history publication whose time has come, will be re-issued for the year long 400 year celebration of African-American history […]

Chance the Rapper Apologizes to Black Women For Working With R. Kelly

R. Kelly and Chance the Rapper

Nationwide — Amidst the recent controversies surrounding R. Kelly, Chance the Rapper, who had previously collaborated with the singer, says he now regrets doing so. In Surviving R. Kelly, a Lifetime […]

New Book Tells the Inspirational Story of a Black Woman's Life Overseas While Trying to Maintain Her Sanity

Stacy Thomas, author of Always on the Way

Dallas, TX — From voice to paper, Stacy Thomas’ creative talents are undeniable. The Dallas, Texas-based voice actress has recently made her foray into literature, penning her debut memoir, titled […]

Black Community Leader Receives Top Honors From Foundation Started by Former President George H.W. Bush

Orrin Hudson, founder of Be Someone, teaching children how to play chess

Orrin Hudson, founder of Be Someone Inc., calls day “a moment I will never forget.” Stone Mountain, GA — Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson, founder of the Be Someone youth mentoring program, […]

Kenny Lattimore Foundation Brings Music and Arts to Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Schools

Kenny Lattimore

Grammy Nominated Kenny Lattimore’s Foundation to host its first Los Angeles Fundraising Concert benefiting schools in the Los Angeles and Washington D.C. markets. Los Angeles, CA — Join the Kenny […]

Meet the Genius Black Inventor Who Created the Soccket, an Eco-Friendly Toy for Kids

Jessica O. Matthews, inventor of The Sockket

Nationwide — Some inventions make day-to-day life easier; some inventions change the world. Invented by Jessica O. Matthews, the founder of Uncharted Power, the Soccket – an eco-friendly toy for […]

How Chance the Rapper Gives Back to Chicago

Chance the Rapper

Nationwide — Chancellor Bennet (better knowns as Chance the Rapper) is a Chicago native who has used his success within the music industry to help the city he calls home. […]

Atlanta Hybrid Homeschool Sends Black Students on Birthright Trip to Ghana, West Africa

Naomi Hill Bradley, founder of the Bradley Academy

Atlanta, GA — “How can you know where you’re going, if you don’t know where you’ve been?” That question is the crux of the movement to expose students early in […]

Award-Winning Black Educator Travels to 20 Countries and Uses Hip-Hop to Give Kids and Teens the Secrets to Success

Gahmya Drummond-Bey

Nationwide — Every day, kids are bombarded with negativity on television and the radio. TED-Resident, global educator and CEO of Evolved Teacher, Gahmya Drummond-Bey is setting out to spin a […]

Negro League Bobblehead Series Raises $56K in Funding With Kickstarter... and Counting!

Negro League Bobblehead Series

A Kickstarter campaign, launched to commemorate the Negro Leagues Centennial and honor former Negro League players, has reached nearly $60,000 from over 600 Kickstarter backers. Milwaukee, WI — The Kickstarter […]

Black Children’s Book Authors Who Are Changing Children’s Literature

African American children reading books

Nationwide — Black children’s book authors have paved the way toward a more inclusive literary experience for young readers. This list features four celebrated Black children’s book authors who have […]

Michelle Obama's "Becoming" Will Soon be a Classroom Curriculum For Young Black Girls

Michelle Obama with young Black girls

Nationwide — Former First Lady Michelle Obama’s book Becoming, which sold over 1.4 million copies in its first week of release, has inspired many Black women all over the world. Having been […]

This Organization, Ran By 6 Black Men, Has Donated More Than 30,000 Books to Children Worldwide – But...

Founders of Black 2 Life

Nationwide — B.L.A.C.K. 2 Life is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to empower Black Men to strengthen underserved communities through education and inspiration. The organization sponsors activities that […]

Award-Winning Black Author Releases New Book Series That Deals With Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Development

Therone Shellman

Readers can download one of his newest books for free Nationwide — Books are a very important learning tool within a society, and this has been so ever since the […]

Studying in South Africa and Learning Who I Am

Darielis Cruz

Of the more than 330,000 U.S. students studying abroad, only 6.1 percent are African American and 10.1 percent are Latino. This is one in a series of articles by students […]

R&B and Jazz Singer Carol Ann Brevard's New Music Video "May December" is a Warm and Sultry Gift For Anytime of the Year

Carol Ann Brevard

Nationwide — May December is the official debut music video from R&B Jazz artist, Carol Ann Brevard. This colorful, melodic vibrant tune is perfectly paired with the music video directed […]

12 Inspiring Quotes from Famous Black Women

Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou

Nationwide — As we head into winter, days get short, grey, and gloomy. When our environment starts to get dismal, it can be hard to stay motivated and optimistic about […]

Former President Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Children's Hospital in Washington, DC

President Obama at Children's Hospital in Washington DC

Washington, DC — Former U.S. President Barack Obama surprised young patients at Children’s National Hospital in Northwest Washington on Wednesday. He visited the kids and delivered some toys as presents.

8-Year Old with ADHD and Mother are Both Best-Selling Authors

Jamarion and Kendra Rainey

Dallas, TX — Child author Jamarion Rainey will make his first public appearance at the 1st African American Dallas Lit Book Expo on June 22 with his first book, ADHD […]

Justice Watch Radio, Hosted By Award-Winning African American Attorney Zulu Ali, Will Be Nationally Syndicated

Justice Watch with Attorney Zulu Ali

Nationwide — After airing on CNBC affiliate KCAA radio, broadcasting to the Riverside and San Bernardino County, California community on 106.5 FM, 102.3 FM, and 1050 AM for the past […]

Meet the 83-Year Old Man Who Just Earned a Ph.D. From Louisiana State University

Johnny Jones, 83-year old LSU graduate

Baton Rouge, LA — Johnnie Jones, an 83-year old African-American grandfather, has recently received his doctorate degree in human ecology at the Louisiana State University, making him the oldest Black […]

Black Mom Releases First Children's Picture Book in a New Series That Tells the Story of Her Son's Fun and Exciting Adventures

Author Elizabeth Williams with her son, and her bookcover

Nationwide — People are spending more time than ever before inside, and according to the Environmental Protection Agency the average person in the United States spends only 7% of their […]

NFL Hosts Third Annual Careers in Football Forum

NFL Careers in Football Forum

Participants Expanded Their Professional Network and Engaged with NFL and Club Executives Nationwide — More than 90 students from Historically Black College & Universities (HBCUs) participated in the third annual […]

Los Angeles' Most Popular Black-Owned Radio Station, KJLH, Launches New Syndicated Radio Show

Dr. J Counselor

Nationwide — Over the course of a career that has seen him interview multiple entertainers in Hollywood to notable community leaders, authors and news makers on his radio and television […]

7-Year Old Author Introduces New Book Series That Expands Children's Vocabularies

Nicholas Buamah

His debut book signing was on Saturday, December 15th at the Barnes & Noble in Snellville, Georgia. Snellville, GA — Child author Nicholas Buamah made his first public appearance at […]

Blogging With Confidence: Black Bloggers Who Inspire Us!

African American woman blogger

Nationwide — If you feel stuck in a cycle of work and no play and are seeking a respite from the monotony, look to these inspirational black bloggers. They tackle […]

Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival Accepted as an OSCAR® Qualifying Festival in the Short Film Category

Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival

Aurora, CO — Run&Shoot Filmworks’ Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival (MVAAFF) is excited to announce that it has been approved by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as […]

This Woman is Making History Securing Federal Funding to Preserve Jazz, Blues and R&B Music in Public Schools

Anita Dixon, founder of Sage Consultants

Kansas City, MO — Just recently, the Department of Labor recognized musicians as an apprenticeable occupation for the first time in the history of America and there is one woman […]

Woman Serving 51 Years in Prison For Killing a Man Who Tried to Rape Her When She Was 16

Cyntoia Brown

Nationwide — Cyntoia Brown, a woman from Tennessee who was 16-years old when she killed a 43-year-old man who solicited her for sex, must serve at least 51 years in […]

New Black History Trivia Book Features 2,000 Questions and Answers About African American Heritage

Ultimate Black History Trivia Book by Curtis Claytor

Nationwide — The Ultimate Black History Trivia Book by Curtis Claytor has two thousand multiple choice questions and answers in four categories: History; Music; Sports; Television, Arts & Literature! Most of us […]

The Origins of Black Music Revealed in New Book, "Black American History, From Plantations to Rap Culture"

Black American History by Pascal Archime

Nationwide — The new book Black American History, from Plantations to Rap Culture is a must-read for readers who may have an avid interest in the origins of Black music in […]

Tyler Perry Drops Over $430K to Pay Off Customers' Layaway Items in Atlanta

Tyler Perry

Atlanta, GA — Filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry has shown his generosity once again. This time, he decided to write checks to two local Walmart stores to pay off outstanding […]

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 […]