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Actress Phylica Rashad May Be Coming Back to Prime Time TV
Hollywood, CA — Phylicia Rashad, best known for her role as Clair Huxtable on the The Cosby Show, may be coming back to television.
12-Year Old Entrepreneur Essynce Moore Launches Book Tour
— 12-year old Essynce Moore’s book tour for her new book “6th Grade Middle School Chronicles” will kick off with two stops in New Jersey on March 14th and April […]
Nick Gordon To Bobby Brown: "Bobbi Kristina Will HATE YOU When She Wakes Up!"
Nationwide — Nick Gordon, the boyfriend of Bobbi Kristina, continues his virtual rants on social media, and lately they’ve been directed to her father, Bobby Brown. Bobbi Kristina remains in […]
U.S. Postal Service To Honor the Late Dr. Maya Angelou With Forever Stamp
Nationwide — The U.S. Postal Service will honor Maya Angelou — the beloved author, poet, actress and champion of equality — with a Forever Stamp.
WomenLeadForward.com Launches Multi-platform Program and Plans First Silicon Valley "Women and Girls of Color" Conference
Raising Visibility and Diversity Inclusion in San Francisco and Silicon Valley — Responding to Intel Corporation Chief Executive Officer Brian Kranich’s call to make Silicon Valley “less white and less […]
Students Can Now Easily Enroll Online to Black Colleges and Universities -- Thanks to This New Web Site!
— HBCUBound.com is a new online student platform that alleviates the stress of the college admissions process to HBCUs. — Atlanta, GA — The college admissions process is among the […]
BlackDoctor.org Unveils 'Ticket to Health' Event at 2015 Annual CIAA Basketball Tournament Fan Fest
— Astellas sponsors health education and awareness program at the nation’s oldest African-American athletic conference event — Chicago, IL — BlackDoctor.org (BDO), the leading online health destination for African Americans, […]
"Let Me See Her" -- Nick Gordon Pleads With Brown Family To Let Him See Bobbi Kristina
Atlanta, GA — Nick Gordon, the boyfriend of Bobbi Kristina Brown who remains in a coma, is making a public plea to be allowed to visit her in the hospital.
Sad News: VH1 Star "Real" Dies From Cancer -- Was Only 33 Years Old
Hollywood, CA — “Real”, one of the reality stars of VH1’s Real Chance of Love, has died at the age of 33 after a long battle with colon cancer. Ahmad […]
Give a Book in Your Name at the 2015 Harlem Book Fair -- A Small Gift That Impacts A Lifetime
— A Small Gift That Impacts A Lifetime — Harlem, NY — Give A Book in Your Name delivers a free book to a child in your name at the […]
New Book Helps to Build the Self-Love, Self-Esteem, Self-Identity, Self-Pride and Self-Respect of Girls of Color
Windsor Mill, MD — Live Life Beautiful: Affirmations for Girls of Color is a new book written by the founders of I Am Beautiful Global, Inc. (IAB). It is the […]
Did Albert Einstein Endorse Black History Month Over 60 Years Ago?
By Kane Kinnebrew III Nationwide — In 1948, Albert Einstein was interviewed by the student newspaper at Cheney State College and he was asked his opinion about U.S. racial prejudice. […]
Family Member Says Bobbi Kristina Brown is "Doing Better" -- and They Hope Nick Gordon Will Be Charged Soon
Atlanta, GA — Although Bobbi Kristina Brown, daughter of singer Bobby Brown and the late Whitney Houston, remained in a medically-induced coma, one family member is saying that she is […]
New E-Book and Album Educates (and Entertains) Black Women About Love, Sex and Relationships
-– Bright Vision Entertainment in conjunction with Bey Bright Inc. is releasing the album “Nu Indie Soul; Vol.1 & 2, Sex Money & Hip Hop Vol.1” and the e-book “Claim […]
18-Year Old Fast Food Worker Makes Black History -- Publishes New Guide on Customer Service
— Sherron A. Stevens, although currently working at the bottom level in the fast food industry, is not afraid to call himself a customer service expert and establish himself as […]
Just in Time For Black History Month: 75 Classic Black Movies and 45 Short Race Films in One DVD Set
Movie fans now have a chance to watch pre-1960’s African American classic movies. Chicago, IL (BlackNews.com) — In honor of Black History Month, Trend Entertainment introduces the “Race Films DVD […]
R&B Group From Brooklyn Releases New E.P. "Life As We Know It" -- A Clever Mix of R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Soul
The Seal Breakers’ latest release features an ingenious display of styles from the Golden Age of R&B – all the way to today’s contemporary music. “When you hear a group like […]
Police Launch Criminal Investigation into Bobbi Kristina Case -- Sources Say Her and Nick Gordon Had Violent Past
Atlanta, GA — TMZ is reporting that a criminal investigation has been launched to find out what happened to Bobbi Kristina Brown, the daughter of Bobby Brown and the late […]
Bobbi Kristina Brown's Family Saying Their Goodbyes -- Planning to Pull Her Off Life Support
Atlanta, GA — The family of Bobbi Kristina Brown are reportedly visiting her in the hospital to say their final goodbyes, as the 21-year old daughter of the late Whitney […]
Kevin Parkinson, Filmmaker of 'Booty Juice' Fame, Publishes Career Advisement Book
“The Art of The Flip: How to Creatively Succeed In Job Interviews” by Kevin Parkinson Phoenix, AZ – Young, African-American filmmaker Kevin Parkinson, who has been nominated for several awards […]
Having San Francisco as the Host City For Super Bowl 50 Deserves a Penalty Flag for "Racial" Taunting
By Allen Jones San Francisco, CA — The record 114 million viewers that watched Super Bowl 49 are still scratching their heads on what many called the worst play-call in […]
The Harlem Book Fair Presents Its 17th Year of Award-Winning Authors
— QBR Wheatley Awards, Friday, July 17, 2015 — — The Harlem Book Fair, Saturday, July 18, 2015 — Harlem, NY — The Harlem Book Fair has selected ‘Reading the […]
EveryBlackEvent.com Celebrates Black History Month -- Invites Public to Submit Photos and Essays of Historical Events
Durham, NC — To celebrate Black History Month, EveryBlackEvent.com is inviting the public to submit photos, written accounts (essays or short stories), or other media of historical Black events. The […]
Powerful Book on Mentoring by Barbara A. Perkins Features Amazing Real-Life Short Stories From 47 Contributors
Los Angeles, CA — In recognition of Black History Month, Barbara A. Perkins, releases The Magic of Mentoring: Pearls of Wisdom, a collection of short stories written by 47 Pearls […]
4th Annual Youthlive! Gala Set For April 25, 2015 Benefiting San Francisco Bay Area At-Risk and Foster Youth
— Keynote Speaker: Leigh Anne Tuohy, Inspirational Foster Mom Portrayed in “The Blind Side” — San Jose, CA — Unity Care, a youth and family development agency providing services and […]
Suge Knight Charged With Murder After Allegedly Running Over Two Men With His Car
Compton, CA — Rap mogul Suge Knight is facing life in prison after he reportedly ran over two men with his car, killing them both. Police have officially charged him […]
10 Year Old Spearheads Campaign to "Pass the Story of Diaspora Forward"
— Encourages parents, teachers and politicians to participate in a special “Purchase a Story, Share a Story” promotion at www.intergenactivity.com — Orlando, FL — “GP, why you like that?” Jordyn […]
What in the World Happened to Bobbi Kristina Brown? -- Police Say No Sign of Drugs or Alcohol
Atlanta, GA — Bobbi Kristina Brown, daughter of the late Whitney Houston and R&B singer Bobby Brown, was reportedly found unresponsive in a bathtub in her home in Georgia over […]
Woman Gets Married To... Herself on Her 40th Birthday -- And Her Mom Walked Her Down the Aisle
Houston, TX –Yasmin Eleby, a 40-year old woman from Houston has gotten married to… well, herself. Eleby, who is a well-traveled businesswoman, vowed that she would marry herself if she […]
The Real Reasons Why Lil Wayne Is Suing Birdman and Cash Money Records for $51 Million
Nationwide — Rapper Lil Wayne also known as Weezy has filed a $51 million lawsuit against Birdman and Cash Money Records.
New Line of Shapewear Designed Specifically For Women of Color
Nationwide — A new line of shapewear for women has been launched. They are called MiNudes, and they have been designed in skin tones specifically for women of color.
B.E. Academy for Girls Named Contender for Prestigious $1 Million Yass Prize
Nashville’s first new all-girls school in over 70 years recognized among the nation’s most innovative education providers. Nationwide — B.E. Academy for Girls, an independent, culturally responsive STEAM school in […]
NFL Player Marshawn Kneeland Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound, Texted Family Goodbye
Nationwide — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away early Thursday morning at the age of 24, following what authorities describe as an apparent mental health crisis that […]
Black Author Receives Reader’s House Magazine Editor’s Choice Award of Literary Excellence
Nationwide — Judy Jackson Winston, a Behavioral Health Fiction Author and Licensed Independent Social Worker and Attorney, has been honored by Reader’s House Magazine (London, UK) with its Editor’s Choice […]
Author Releases New Book "Game Changer" About the Founder of Negro League Baseball
Nationwide — Author Michael E. is proud to announce that his long-awaited book, Game Changer: Andrew Rube Foster, is now available and ready for purchase. A good read, a best […]
No Limit Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 Years Old Just Days After Verzuz Battle
Nationwide — Rapper Young Bleed, who rose to fame under Master P’s No Limit Records in the late 1990s, has died at 51 years old after suffering a brain aneurysm in […]
Toni Braxton Opens Up About Marriage to Birdman, Talks About Their Secret Wedding
Nationwide — Toni Braxton is opening up about her marriage to rapper Birdman, revealing how their decades-long friendship slowly turned into love, their secret 2024 wedding, and the challenges they faced […]
Gayle King is Reportedly Leaving "CBS Mornings" When Her Contract Ends
Nationwide — Gayle King is reportedly preparing to leave CBS Mornings when her contract ends in May 2026, though CBS says no final decision has been made about her role or […]
Meet the Black American Entrepreneur Who Owns a Luxury 4-Star Hotel in Ghana Near the "Door of No Return"
Nationwide — Mona Boyd, an African American woman who has called Ghana home for more than 30 years, is the owner of AnoMansa Beach Resort, located just 6 minutes from […]
Recent Black College Grad Launches First-Ever Animated Series About the Life of Music Producers
Nationwide — Recent University of Cincinnati graduate Tierre Hummons is rewriting the rules of animation and storytelling with Synth City — the first-ever animated series centered on the life of […]
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 […]