This year’s show will include one of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther cast members, and provide a full day of fun and empowerment for the entire family! Detroit, MI — Sandy’s […]
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BeWeaved Hair Extensions, a Black-Owned Supplier of 100% All-Natural, Finest Virgin Remy Hair Extensions, is Now Available Direct to Consumers Online
The secret is out. Having a beautiful head of hair is about more than just the genetics you were born with. Everyone from A-list celebrities to small-town beauties depend on […]
"Jersey," A New African American Drama Series About a Black Mayor Whose Life is Spiraling Out of Control, Stars Alonzo Herran, Jr., Jojo Simmons, Maino and More
Produced by Royal Family Production and Entertainment, the 5-part series also stars Lilo Brancato, Havoc, Taral Hicks, Chuck Zito, Safaree, and Sophia The Body. The premiere is on July 26th […]
Black Author Addresses Racial Differences and Immigration Issues to Bring Unity and Healing
Prolific essayist Patrice Gopo to release debut book, ‘All The Colors We Will See,’ on August 7 through W Publishing Group Nashville, TN — In today’s current climate now more […]
A New Black Superhero Arrives Straight Out of the ATL!
Atlanta-based author DS Brown introduces the world’s newest and greatest superhero Atlanta, GA — In the city where both Black Lightning and Black Panther were filmed, there was no hero […]
Travel Agency Ripped Off Several Black Women Who Planned to Attend Essence Music Festival
New Orleans, LA — The most recent Essence Music Festival was enjoyable for those who attended. But two Black women who planned to attend the event are very disappointed because […]
Acclaimed Author Releases New Book That Addresses Kanye West, Mental Health, Spirituality and Money and Gives Tips on How to Cope with Financial Pressures
Nationwide — International best-selling author Ash Cash will soon release a new book entitled Making Sense of Kanye: A Spiritual Guide to Financial Freedom, Peace, Love, and Happiness. This highly […]
Meet the African American Man Who is Changing How We See the World of Sport
Los Angeles, CA — Loyola Marymount University professor, Dr. Shaun M. Anderson, has been selected as a 2018 Black Enterprise magazine Modern Man of Distinction for his work that focuses […]
The Official Midwest HBCU Alumni Weekend to Kick Off in Columbus, Ohio August 2-4
Registration is now open the 2018 Midwest HBCU Alumni Weekend presented by HBCUConnect.com, First Friday’s Columbus and Distinguished Alumni Nationwide — The Official Midwest HBCU Alumni Weekend promises to provide […]
ArtUp Becomes First Rutgers University-Newark Affiliate Offering New Certificate for Artists & Creatives
Dynamic New Program for 20 Creative Entrepreneurs in Memphis and the Mid-South Several African American ambassadors of the program will be available for networking at the Open House and Panel […]
Family of Deceased Black Teen Honor Him at His Funeral in a Very Unusual Way
New Orleans, LA — The family of Renard Matthews, an 18-year old Black teen who was robbed and fatally shot while walking his dog, chose to honor his memory through […]
New Free Online Directory of Living Black Classical Composers Launched by the Rachel Barton Pine Foundation
Chicago, IL — Locating classical music written by living Black composers wordwide is now just a click away thanks to a new directory developed and launched by the not-for-profit Rachel […]
Father and Daughter "Rock the Crown" at Essence Music Festival
New Orleans, LA — For the 3rd consecutive year, 9-year old Morgan E. Taylor and G.Todd Taylor, her father, participated in the Author Pavilion at the 2018 ESSENCE Music Festival. […]
Serena Williams Says She is Drug-Tested More Than Other Athletes
Nationwide — Sports news and blog website Deadspin recently revealed in an article that professional tennis player Serena Williams has been tested more than twice compared to other top American women […]
New Black History Card Game Helps Parents Teach Their Children About Their Heritage
Nationwide — African American parents who want to teach their children about their heritage can now easily do so thanks to a new Black History card game now available at […]
Booker T. Washington Was the First African American to be Featured on a U.S. Postage Stamp
On April 7, 1940, Booker T. Washington became the first African American to be depicted on a United States postage stamp. Several years later, he was honored to be on […]
2018 Cincinnati Music Festival to Feature Fantasia, Jill Scott, Keith Sweat, Boyz II Men, and More
Other artists to perform include Charlie Wilson, Xscap3, Common, The Roots, The O’Jays, After 7, Bootsy Collins, DJ Jazzy Jeff and MC Lyte. Prime seating and hotel accommodations are available […]
Black Couple From Ohio Finds Sweet Success With Their "Shrimp Lips" Food Truck Business
Columbus, OH — Doe and Johnny Carter are the founders of one of the most popular and critically acclaimed food trucks in the country. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Shrimp Lips […]
Motivate Moms, LLC Empowers and Uplifts Parents to Increase Family Participation in Schools
— Englewood native uses her “PhD in parenting” to increase family participation in schools — Chicago, IL — Motivate Moms LLC is helping schools increase family engagement, one parent at […]
Children's Author Stephanie Singleton Turns Reading into a Dance Party for Both Parents and Children
New African American children’s storybook and its upbeat theme song “Hey Mr. Teddy Bear” have parents reading and dancing too! Nationwide — The Adventures of Ryan & Riley and Mr. […]
JeTi FILMS Premieres New Original Anthology Detective Series "Tales From the Murder Room" -- Now Streaming on Amazon Prime
New Orleans, LA — Proven independent production company, JeTi Films, premieres their new original anthology detective series, Tales from the Murder Room, available today for streaming on Amazon Prime.
The Man, the Comedian, the Legend -- George Wallace Returns to Las Vegas with a New Residency at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Renowned comedian to perform at the Westgate Cabaret – Show Opens Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Tickets start at $65 Las Vegas, NV — The “New Mr. Vegas” is back. Renowned […]
Rapper Jahan Nostra Spotlights Homelessness and Mental Health with the "Embrace The Rain" Benefit Show
New York City event raises awareness through live musical performances and discussion lead by social commentators like Pharoahe Monch, Felonious Munk New York, NY — Homelessness in New York City […]
Chicago to See Roles of Women and Girls in Detroit’s ’67 Rebellion
The play ‘AFTER/LIFE’ is part of Perform Midwest at Links Hall Chicago, IL — A play chronicling the untold story of women and girls in the 1967 Detroit rebellion is […]
Master P Announces July 5th Date of 2nd Annual Celebrity Basketball Game and Honoring of New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell to Kick Off Essence Weekend
Nationwide — Essence Festival weekend has an impact on the City of New Orleans but on July 5th, Master P’s 2nd annual star-studded celebrity basketball game will bring the community […]
Famed Black Chef From New Orleans Wins Major Restaurant Industry Award From the James Beard Foundation
By Taylor Sylvain, New Orleans Agenda New Orleans, LA — New Orleans’ Chef Nina Compton of Compère Lapin restaurant made history by becoming the first Black woman to be designated […]
Everyday Black Life Experiences and the Truth About Your Friends Revealed in New Book by Author Troy Gathers
Atlanta, GA — The emergence of social media has captivated the world, yet blindfolded our logic on so many social concerns with both adults and youth alike. With social media […]
Black-Owned Startup Launches Virtual Reality Ticketing Platform to Help Event Planners Market Their Events
Michael Purnell, an African American entrepreneur from Sacramento, California, established a startup after discovering that there are a lot of good, beneficial events in every area but people aren’t even […]
African American Female Director Wins Prestigious Award at the Orlando Urban Film Festival (OUFF) For Harry T. Moore Film
Orlando, FL — The audience at the recent Orlando Urban Film Festival (OUFF) gave rave reviews for Before Selma: The Harry T. Moore Story – The Martyr Who Paved The […]
Black-Owned Travel Company Partners with South African Tourism Board to Launch 12 Luxury Tours From the U.S. to Johannesburg
A 2015 study showed that the increase in international Black travel would continue to increase. Washington DC — The rise in African American travel over the past 6 years due […]
Black Athletes, Entertainers and The Black Community’s Love Hate Relationship with the Plantation
By Terrance Amen, founder and CEO of 3Ufirst FPC Nationwide — If Black people only knew their value, we wouldn’t have all the major problems we have today. What problems, […]
Musical Stageplay to Bring 1930's Actress Hattie McDaniel Back to Life in an Award-Winning Performance in San Francisco
Hattie McDaniel was the first African American actor to win an Oscar for her performance in “Gone With the Wind” in 1940. A one-woman musical stageplay in her legacy, “Hattie […]
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 […]
Two Black Women Healthcare Leaders Partner to Promote New Children's Book About Oral Health Disparities
Nationwide — Celebrity Branding LLC proudly announces the nationwide launch of The Adventures of Liz and Abe: Visit to the Dentist. Written by Anthea “Nurse Noel” Noel and featuring nationally […]
R&B Singer K. Michelle and Slutty Vegan Founder Pinky Cole Join "Real Housewives of Atlanta" Season 17
Nationwide — R&B singer K. Michelle and Slutty Vegan owner Pinky Cole are joining the cast of Real Housewives of Atlanta for season 17. Both women bring music, business, and drama […]
How Long Will African Americans Be Considered a Problem?
It’s time for a serious discussion about U.S. citizenship By Jamala Rogers Nationwide — As we leave our hallowed Black History Month, people of African descent have witnessed renewed attacks […]
The Plastic Cup Boyz to Headline DMV’s Largest Comedy Show at Historic 2026 KAPPA Takeover
Nationwide — The 2026 Kappa Takeover will be the largest Kappa Takeover to date, bringing an unforgettable night of entertainment and impact to the DMV this Juneteenth weekend. On Friday, […]
Wu-Tang Clan Co-Founder Oliver “Power” Grant Dies at Age 52
Nationwide — Wu-Tang Clan co-founder and cultural architect Oliver “Power” Grant has sadly passed away at age 52. He was known for building the group’s business empire and creating the […]
New Children's Book Unveils the Story of North Charleston’s First Black Police Chief and Mayor
Nationwide — In a time when representation and leadership matter more than ever, author and youth empowerment advocate Sherrika Myers proudly announces the release of her inspiring new children’s book, […]
Producer Teddy Riley Says He Regrets Saying He Would Work With R. Kelly Again
Nationwide — R&B legend Teddy Riley is apologizing for defending R. Kelly after suggesting he would help release 25 albums the singer reportedly recorded in prison. Riley says his love for […]
Lawyer Reignites Viral “Hood Court,” the Digital Courtroom Where Culture Meets Accountability
Nationwide — Attorney Tiffany M. Simmons, known nationally as The Plug’s Lawyer, has officially relaunched her original digital courtroom series, Hood Court, the culture-shifting show first introduced on Instagram Live […]
Ray J Denies Using Fake Blood During Recent Performance
Nationwide — Ray J allegedly used fake blood around his eyes during his February 14 concert in Shreveport, Louisiana, sparking concern online. The R&B singer addressed the claims, saying the […]
Award-Winning Teacher of the Year Releases Innovative Documentary on Student Engagement
Nationwide — Vincent Taylor, the 2025 Duval County Teacher of the Year, has released a dynamic new educational documentary titled If Instruction Isn’t Engaging, I Quit. The film, created for […]
Garden Conservancy to Release Documentary Film Celebrating Legacy of Harlem Renaissance Poet Anne Spencer
Earth, I Thank You: The Garden and Legacy of Anne Spencer Now Streaming Nationwide — The Garden Conservancy’s new documentary film Earth, I Thank You: The Garden and Legacy of […]
Meet the Black Husband and Wife Innovators Behind the World’s First Wine-Infused Gourmet Jam
Nationwide — Jam Vino, the world’s first wine-infused gourmet jam, is redefining the specialty food space with a product that blends Southern heritage, culinary innovation, and ownership. Founded by Dallas-based […]
Singer Brandy Criticized for Her Soulful Performance of the National Anthem
Nationwide — Brandy took the spotlight at the NBA All-Star game on February 15, performing the National Anthem with her signature R&B style. Her layered harmonies and vocal runs impressed some […]
Black Author Releases Powerful Memoir That Explores Quiet Unspoken Transitions of Life
Nationwide — Seasons Of Me: A Journey of Learning & Unlearning by Joyce Wambua Osborne is a powerful memoir that explores the quiet, often unspoken transitions that shape a life; […]
Introducing a New Black-Owned Apparel Line With Impactful and Controversial Messages
Nationwide — You may have seen the shirts during national news reports covering political protests, but did not know the name behind the designs. Ray Williams, the African American owner […]
HGTV Star Fired for Using the N-Word On-Air, Then Later Said the Word is "Not in My Vocabulary"
Nationwide — Nicole Curtis, the host and star of HGTV’s Rehab Addict, is under fire after a video showed her using a racial slur on set. The network immediately responded […]
Kandi Burruss Says Her Ex-Husband Lives in Her Guest House, But Refuses to Pay Rent
Nationwide — Singer and songwriter Kandi Burruss says her estranged husband, Todd Tucker, has been living in her Atlanta guest house without paying rent or contributing to household and child […]
Kid Rock Says Jay-Z is a “DEI Hire” for the Super Bowl Halftime Shows
Nationwide — Kid Rock is criticizing Jay-Z’s role as the executive producer of the Super Bowl halftime shows since 2020, calling him a “DEI hire” and linking recent NFL performances […]
Meet Charm La’Donna, the Black Choreographer Behind Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance
Nationwide — Charm La’Donna is the Emmy-nominated choreographer behind some of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime shows, including Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar. She combines years of dance training and […]