Pittsburgh, PA — All are invited to attend the Pittsburgh’s Bicentennial Celebration and Juneteenth Festival on June 17-19. The City of Pittsburgh is celebrating it’s 200th year of incorporation, and […]
Entertainment & Lifestyle
New Book Addresses Stereotypes That Say Minorities Are Unattractive, Uneducated, Loud, Violent, Single, Poor and Lazy!
Nationwide — Jessica M. McEachern, MA, MSW says she wrote Societal Perceptions to help people connect with various experiences and identify misperceptions within society. Her book utilizes experiences, observations, and […]
Jay-Z and Beyonce Are Reportedly Making Millions From the Cheating Rumors
Nationwide — Did Jay-Z really cheat? Or is the whole thing a big money-making scheme? Well, according to some reports, the superstar couple made a joint decision to make up […]
New Book, "Your Child is Gifted," Shares Excellent Tips, Advice and Techniques to Secure Acting Roles For Children
Nationwide — Having secured numerous television and film acting roles for children, Southern California resident Dr. Chappelle M. Griffin ‘wrote the book’ to help parents by sharing his array of […]
79-Year Old Personal Trainer, Professional Model, and Competitive Bodybuilder Releases New Book on April 30th
— Ernestine Shepherd, “The Guinness Book of World Records’ Oldest Female Body Builder”, is a health and fitness evangelist who believes it is never too late to become physically fit, […]
Heritage Box Collaborates with Afrikan Gems on Afro-Centric Gift Boxes for Mother's Day
Nationwide — Heritage Box is partnering with newly launched company, Afrikan Gems, to offer authentic afro-centric Queen Edition gift box sets in honor of Mother’s Day.
Robert L. Johnson Releases Statement on the Death of Prince
West Palm Beach, FL — Robert L. Johnson, Founder & Chairman of The RLJ Companies, RLJ Entertainment, and the Founder of Black Entertainment Television, recently released the following statement:
Confirmed: Prince Dead at 57 Year Old -- Plus 10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Him!
Nationwide — According to TMZ and other reputable sources, it has been confirmed that the artist known as Prince, (full name Prince Rogers Nelson) has died at the young age […]
"My Daddy Does My Hair" -- Author Sharon Hart Pens Children's Book to Honor Fathers
— Delaware author pens children’s book that highlights the activity and importance of a father in the life of his children. — Nationwide — The book, My Daddy Does My […]
Aspiring Rapper Gunned Down While Ironically Filming a Music Video For His Song About Guns
Chicago, IL — 23-year old Damond Dawson, an aspiring rapper who sometimes went by the nickname “Thugga”, was shot and killed after while filming a music video with other artists […]
Atlanta Teen Produces Documentary to Advocate for Girl's Empowerment in Ghana, Africa
Atlanta, GA — A Queen’s Discovery: A Young Girl’s African Journey To Find Her Greatness Within, a documentary directed by 16-year-old Nzinga Anasa Braswell, has been selected for the 2016 […]
Actor Edwin Freeman Becomes New Face of Parish Nation Clothing
— Freeman joins high-end men’s clothing company, Parish Nation, as brand ambassador. — Nationwide — Film actor Edwin Freeman, best known for his prominent role of legendary hip-hop DJ Mister […]
New Websites Launched Listing All African American Events and Non-Profit Organizations
Durham, NC — The revised EveryBlackEvent.com website as well as the premier of the newest component to the “EveryBlack” family, the EveryBlackNonprofit.com site, have been launched by CEO Jimmy Davies […]
Black Former "Apprentice" Contestants Hold Controversial Press Conference to Blast Donald Trump
New York, NY — Randal Pinkett, winner of the fourth season of Donald Trump’s reality show “The Apprentice”, recently gathered with several other former contestants on the show to speak […]
Renowned Sociologist and Author of "Color Stories: Black Women and Colorism in The 21st Century" Selected to Lead New Institute
Jacksonville, FL — JeffriAnne Wilder, Ph.D. has been selected to serve as Founding Director of the Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations at the University of North […]
Viola Davis to Star With Denzel Washington in Film Adaptation of August Wilson's "Fences"
Hollywood, CA — According to HollywoodsBlackRenaissance.com, Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis and two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington, will star in a film adaptation of August Wilson’s Fences to be released next […]
Morgan Brown of Fayetteville, Ga. Wins Tom Joyner Foundation ‘Full Ride’ Scholarship to Historically Black College
— Morgan Taylor Brown, a top student at Fayetteville High School, is this year’s winner of the Tom Joyner Foundation “Full Ride Scholarship” to a black college. For up to […]
GG, the Popular Black Internet Comic Strip Created Via Social Media, is Now an Animated Video Series
Nationwide — Ron Bryant, better known as ‘Cut’ is the creator and artist behind GG – a story of a grandma’s dedication to her four adopted children and her community. […]
Author Challenges Fathers to Unleash Their Inner Coaches to Raise Competent, Cooperative and Courageous Children
— Author J. A. Faulkerson contends that “Real Men Raise Champions” and “Every Champion Needs a Coach” — Dallas/Fort Worth, TX — Author J. A. Faulkerson is on a mission. […]
Black Girls Cruise -- Women’s Networking and Empowerment Cruise to Set Sail on October 22
Atlanta, GA — Cruise Planners franchise owners, Daryl and Cheryl Mason, announce their inaugural event, Black Girls Cruise – a women’s networking and empowerment cruise with the theme “Ladies of […]
Former Teacher Creates a New Super Hero to Drive Home Family Values from Ground Zero
— “Timey and Friends: Amya Tells the Truth” by Auntie El is the first installment of MEracle’s children’s book series designed to help increase early literacy by engaging families to […]
Non-Profit Endowed Scholarship Fund to Honor Late African American Music Teacher
Washington, DC — In every discipline, dedicated teachers are noteworthy and deserving of praise. Music teachers, for their marvelous talents, are especially gifted and active purveyors of human culture and […]
"Express Yourself" Rhythm & Blues Great Charles Wright Releases 1st Memoir "Up From Where We've Come" Along With New Single "She Don't Believe in Love"
— Get Ready for the “Express Yourself” Book Signing Tour — Los Angeles, CA — Borrowed by Dr. Dre, Madonna and Diplo; sampled looped by N.W.A. and themed by the […]
More Than 25 African American E-Books Available Now For Just 99 Cents Each -- But Only For One Day!
Nationwide — UrbanEbooks.com, which has published more than 25 different educational and empowering African American books, has announced today that all of their books are available for just $0.99 but […]
New and Improved Black History Bowties Breathe New Life (and Style) in to African American History!
Nationwide — After a brief downtime caused by major supplier issues, the amazing and infamous Black History bowties are finally back! Initially launched in 2015, BlackHistoryBowties.com was an instant success […]
The Ultimate Fit For Women With Curves, PZI Jeans, Debuts Spring/Summer 2016 Collection
— Curvy Denim Line Designed for the Hourglass Figure Releases SS16 Collection — Atlanta, GA — PZI Jeans, the leader in denim for the hourglass figure, readies its Spring/Summer 2016 […]
Black Family-Owned Business Hits It Big With New Lowe's Home Improvement and Walmart Deal!
— Husband and wife team overcomes tragedy and the odds to get their secret sauce in big box retailers. — Charleston, SC — Chevalo and Monique Wilsondebriano, owners of Charleston […]
13-Year Old Entrepreneur and Author Extraordinaire Launches New Book, "7th Grade Middle School Chronicles"
— Book Tour Coming Soon! — Passaic, NJ — 7th Grade Middle School Chronicles: Oh Essynce, If Only You Could See the Future… is the latest book written by teen […]
New Book Puts an Urban Twist on the Classic Pinocchio Fairytale
Philadelphia, PA — UrbanToons Pinocchio is an urbanized retelling and new twist of the classic Pinocchio fairytale. In this version of the story, America’s favorite puppet is now being told […]
Checkered Flag Run Foundation & Arizona Black Chamber of Commerce Champions Youth by Gifting World Class Sporting Event Experiences and More
Phoenix, AZ — Maintaining its commitment to the City of Phoenix and area students, the Checkered Flag Run Foundation and the Arizona Black Chamber of Commerce announced today that it […]
Dr. Boyce Watkins Leads “Black History Resurrection Black Wall Street: The Blueprint” Screen Discussion
Nationwide — Dr. Boyce Watkins, one of the most sought after African-American entrepreneurial scholars in the world, leads a powerful panel discussion, delivering one of the most impactful, yet hidden […]
New Book, "Black Author Secrets: How I Make $2,500+ in Book Sales Every Month!" is the First Ever African American Guide to Selling More Books
Nationwide — Award-winning entrepreneur Dante Lee has just published the first ever African American guide to selling more books, and in this unique step-by-step guide, he reveals all of his secrets […]
In Historic Agreement, Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts Restores Pottery by Enslaved Artist David Drake (“Dave the Potter”) to His Descendants
Drake’s descendants say the first-of-its-kind return acknowledges broken title for works taken from enslaved creators Nationwide — In a historic restitution of art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) […]
Forty Acres & A Mule Co-Founder Monty Ross is Back on the Film Scene With a New Documentary: “Let Me Put This BUG In Your Ear”
Nationwide — Over the years, people have wondered whatever happened to Monty Ross, who co-founded 40 Acres & A Mule with Spike Lee? According to Ross, he’s been honing his […]
Detroit Police Officer Appears Pantless During Court Hearing, Leaving Judge Stunned
Nationwide — Matthew Jackson, a police officer from Detroit, Michigan, left a judge speechless after appearing in a virtual court hearing wearing his uniform shirt and badge — but without […]
Michelle Obama Explains Why She Didn't Wear Braids in the White House, "America Wasn't Ready"
Nationwide — Former First Lady Michelle Obama revealed why she chose not to wear braids during her years in the White House and how embracing her natural hair today represents freedom, […]
Black Mom-Daughter Duo Release Children’s Book, "Did You Know God Made You Beautiful?"
Nationwide — Entrepreneur, author, and community arts advocate Kiva Constance Williams has teamed up with her young daughter, Nia Constance Imani Williams, to co-author their first children’s book, Did You […]
9-1-1 Actor Rockmond Dunbar Loses Disney Lawsuit About His Religious Beliefs
Nationwide — Actor Rockmond Dunbar broke down in tears after losing his lawsuit against Disney, where he claimed he was fired from the hit TV show 9-1-1 for refusing the […]
Two Boys Being Called Heroes for Helping Stop Burglary at Ice Cream Shop
Nationwide — Adonis, 9, and Jayceon “JC”, 10, two African American boys from St. Louis, Missouri, helped stop a burglary at their neighborhood ice cream shop after noticing a shattered window […]
Black Author Receives National Recognition Through the NYC Big Book Award®
Nationwide — The 2025 NYC Big Book Award has recognized When It All Falls Down by Chinedu Achebe as the category winner of African American Fiction. The competition is judged […]
Black Archaeologist Launches New Children’s Book Series That Lets Kids Step into the Past
Nationwide — Imagine a world where children don’t just read about history—they witness it firsthand. That’s the vision behind The Resurrectors, a groundbreaking new children’s book series from award-winning author […]
Singer D'Angelo Dies Just Months After Angie Stone from Pancreatic Cancer
Nationwide — Neo-soul icon D’Angelo — who shared a son with fellow singer Angie Stone — has died at the age of 51, just months after Stone’s passing earlier this […]
The Writers Cypher Invites Wordsmiths to Join a One-of-a-Kind Creative Writing Battle to Compete for a $2,500 Prize Pool
Nationwide — Writers’ Row Publishing House, a growing indie-book publisher, is excited to announce the launch of its first-ever creative writing competition, The Writers Cypher. The contest offers a dynamic […]
WNBA Star Angel Reese Becomes First Athlete to Join Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Nationwide — WNBA superstar Angel Reese is stepping off the court and onto the runway as she joins the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, becoming the first professional athlete to walk […]
Former Alabama Pastor Charged With Using $400K in Church Funds for Luxury
Nationwide — Adrian Davis, a former pastor at a Huntsville, Alabama church, is facing federal charges for allegedly spending more than $400,000 of church funds on personal luxuries like cars, […]
Bold New Book "Unveiling Our Story" Honors the Voices That Shaped Black America
Nationwide — Unveiling Our Story: Intimate African American Narratives, the powerful new work by author Tom Alexander Jr., Ed.D, D.Min., is set to be published at the end of September […]
Self-Empowerment Expert Launches "Keys to Creating Black Self-Love" Digital Course
Her Course is Available as a 4-Module, 12-Lesson Self-Paced Learning Experience Nationwide — Dr. Mwangaza Michael-Bandele’s transformative new digital course, “Keys to Creating Black Self-Love,” is now available to the […]
Black Founder Launches 2-Day Summit Fueling the Future of Black Indie Film and Immersive Storytelling
Nationwide — DeShuna Spencer, Founder and CEO of kweliTV and her 501(c)(3) partner, the Black Indie Creatives Coalition (BICC), have announced Black.Indie.Ignite., a two-day gathering on October 3-4, 2025, in […]
Singer Mario Addresses Rumors About Him Not Liking Black Women
Nationwide — Singer Mario has responded to online rumors claiming he does not like Black women, after social media backlash over his relationship. He defended himself in an Instagram Story, […]
The Kelly Levert Group Honors Legacy and Prepares for Major Milestones
Nationwide — The Levert name has long been recognized in the music industry, celebrated for its soulful voices, dynamic performances, and lasting influence on generations of listeners. Today, that legacy […]
“Dating My Past” Film to be Showcased at 20th Annual International Black Film Festival in Nashville, TN
Nationwide — Dating My Past, a heartfelt romantic film exploring self-discovery, has been officially selected to be showcased at the prestigious 20th Annual International Black Film Festival (IBFF), taking place […]
The World’s Largest Black Doll Show Returns to Detroit for Another Celebration of Fashion, Culture and Art
Nationwide — Sandy’s Land LLC, known for its mission to empower, entertain, and inspire, with brand products, books, art, and cultural events, is proud to announce the 2025 Black Art […]
10 Black Moms with Kids Who Play Sports Launch New Book to Empower Other Mothers of Student-Athletes
Nationwide — Ten inspiring women have teamed up to release a powerful new book for mothers raising student-athletes: Sports Moms Playbook: A Guide To Balancing Faith, Family & Sports. Published […]
HBCU GO Announces Procter & Gamble 2025 Football Partnership Celebrating HBCU Classics Nationwide
Nationwide — The Allen Media Group free-streaming digital sports platform HBCU GO – the leading media provider for the nation’s 107 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) – is pleased […]
Man Accused of Stealing Beyoncé’s Unreleased Songs Finally Arrested in Georgia
Nationwide — Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music and tour plans, was arrested two months after allegedly breaking into her choreographer’s car in Atlanta. The stolen […]
Award-Winning Filmmakers Seek Funding for Documentary About the Founding Members of the Congressional Black Caucus
Nationwide — At a moment when American democracy is divided and the nation seeks moral clarity and strategic direction, a groundbreaking documentary opportunity emerges. Conscience of the Congress will chronicle […]
Black Author Creates Fun Toy Marching Band For Kids Inspired by Her Children's Book
Nationwide — It’s a kid’s marching band (with real toy instruments) started by Stephanie Singleton, the author of The Adventures of Ryan & Riley and Mr. Teddy Bear, and the […]
A New Chapter in Black History Unfolds: Historical Drama Audiobook Premieres on YouTube
Nationwide — Prepare to be transported to the lavish world of the Black elite during America’s Gilded Age with the premiere of a brand-new historical drama audiobook, Hunters Point. The […]
Black United States® Pageants Crown 2025 National Titleholders
Nationwide — The Black United States® Pageants proudly announced its newly crowned 2025 national winners following four days of competition and community engagement in Waldorf, Maryland. The highly anticipated event, […]
NFL Fans Blast 'Black National Anthem' Performance at Eagles Game
Nationwide — Singer Laurin Talese performed “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the Philadelphia Eagles’ season opener, sparking backlash from NFL fans who criticized the song, dubbed the Black National […]
Redefining Luxury Black Sisterhood Travel: 2025 Was a Stunning Success, 2026 Sold Out!
A transformative journey blending elegance, joy, and connection — so impactful that next year’s experience is fully booked! Nationwide — Hey Lady™ La Dolce Vita, founded by the visionary Creative Director LaeTania […]
Award-Winning Black Author Inspires Girls Through the Power of Story with New Children’s Picture Book
Nationwide — Award-winning author, speaker, and global adventurer Lacey C. Clark! is set to release her debut children’s picture book, I AM Phenomenal Everywhere! — a vibrant, inspiring story that […]
Tyler Perry Studios Accused of Bullying Black Journalist for Covering Rape Allegations
Nationwide — Essie Berry, nationally respected victims advocate and widow of TV legend Fred “Rerun” Berry, is calling out Tyler Perry Studios and its Vice President Mark Swinton for what […]
Meet the Black Mom Helping Parents Boost Their Kids’ Memory and Learning While Also Reducing Stress
Andrea Stephenson’s The Ultimate Guide to Accelerating Your Child’s Memory and Learning delivers 65 proven tricks to help children (and parents) study smarter, not longer. Nationwide — Andrea Stephenson, an […]