Nationwide — The Green Book Chronicles is a film inspired by Calvin A. Ramsey’s extensive research and creative projects focusing on the 1936-67 travel guide series, The Negro Motorist Green […]
Entertainment & Lifestyle
Thousands of Ava DuVernay Limited Edition Barbie Dolls Sold Out in Just 17 Minutes
Nationwide — Mattel has officially released an Ava DuVernay Barbie doll, which DuVernay says is a celebration of the image of Black women. Unfortunately though, the doll, which is a […]
Shaquille O'Neal Shares Financial Advice -- Says, "I Once Spent $1 Million Dollars in 45 Minutes"
Nationwide — NBA superstar turned sports commentator, Shaquille O’Neal, recently admited to CNN that he didn’t start off managing money too well. After signing his first professional contract in at […]
Should Black Pastors Mix Religion With Politics?
By Faye Thompson Nationwide — Donald Trump’s clandestine meeting with Black clergy leaves many with one question. Besides all that loving in the room, exactly what transpired behind those closed […]
New Book "Men and Intimacy: Real Talk. Real Answers" Reveals What Men Really Feel About Love, Relationships, Women, Sex and More
— Do men really want intimacy? What do men find sexy in a woman? Do men get bored with sex? Why do men cheat? What are the most important things […]
Remarkable 19-Year Old Jazz Vocalist Impresses Seasoned Professionals With Debut Album
— Ira Hill Releases “Tomorrow” — Phoenix, AZ — Even as the title of Tomorrow — the debut album from Phoenix’s Ira Hill — hints at a bright future for […]
Spiritual Life Coach and Acclaimed TV Personality, Iyanla Vanzant, Releases Latest Book Entitled “TRUST: Mastering the 4 Essential Trusts”
— Empowerment book features Iyanla’s life-saving trust prescriptions — New York, NY — You just can’t trust anyone!” seems to be a constant refrain in the modern world. Indeed, learning […]
New Book Reveals Temptations, Hypocrisy and Scandals in Today's Black Church
— Retired Federal Government Worker, Faye Thompson, Pens Scandalous Drama — New York, NY — According to ABC News, 83% of Americans say they are Christians.
Chess Champion and Youth Motivator Honored on Cover of Industry's Top Magazine
Crossville, TN — Orrin Hudson, a chess champion, community activist, and motivational speaker from Stone Mountain, Georgia, has been named the first Chess Life cover contest winner. Hudson appears on […]
Local Teen Honors Hometown Negro League Baseball Players
Macon, GA — Gordon Smith, a local teen high school baseball player, recently honored several Black history heroes who were born in Macon, Georgia and played in the Negro League. […]
New Relationship Book Says For African American Women, the Rules for Love and Marriage Are Different!
Nationwide — In his new book entitled, The Black Manual – Less Drama, More Love: A Single Woman’s Guide to Choosing Mr. Right, Dr. Shane Perrault, PhD, Marital Psychologist, makes […]
New App to Allow Users to Preserve African American History in World War I
— WVU College of Media faculty, students launch Kickstarter campaign for virtual and augmented reality app that shares stories of African American WWI veterans — Morgantown, WV — In an […]
New Kids' Book Series Encourages Black Children to Be More Health Conscious
Nationwide — The country is becoming health conscience and so is the children’s book character Cornbread! Author Vincent Taylor, who’s also an elementary school teacher of 19 years, will release […]
"America The Black Point of View" By Tony Rose Continues to Educate and Inspire Black Communities and Leaders
Nationwide — Released earlier this year, America The Black Point of View by Tony Rose continues to spark the minds of black communities and leaders across the country. The book […]
New Lifestyle Blog Coaches Black Men on Style, Grooming and Personal Improvement
Nationwide — Fuse Billy D. Williams, Sammy Davis Jr., Gordan Parks, Marvin Gaye, Malcolm X and the countless black men who have pioneered a unique and exquisite sense of style […]
Tiannia Barnes, African American Owner & Designer of Luxury Women's Shoes Brand, Prepares to Debut Fall/Winter 2015 Line
— Midwest Born Designer Adds a Transitional Comfort Twist to High-End Feminine Footwear — New York, NY — Luxury women’s shoe designer Tiannia Barnes is implementing a new take on […]
One Month Old African American Owned Handbag and Jewelry Company in the Top 10
— Online Shop, Teespoon Boutique, is in the running to win a brick-and-mortar store — Washington, DC — Teespoon Boutique, an African-American owned company offering handcrafted handbags and accessories produced […]
Will Smith Announces First Real Tour With DJ Jazzy Jeff -- Plus "Bad Boys 3" is in Production
Nationwide — Rapper/actor Will Smith says he and DJ Jazzy Jeff are going on tour in the summer of 2016 because they never got a chance to do so back […]
Tom Joyner Foundation Announces Full Ride Scholarship Program for Graduating HS Seniors Now Accepting Applications
— One student will win a scholarship to cover all expenses as an HBCU of their choice, joining an impressive group of previous “Full Ride” Scholars — Dallas, TX — […]
11-Year Old Hip Hop Sensation Frankie V. Vaults into Grammy Nomination Consideration For His Attention-Grabbing Single 'Say Something!'
New York, NY — Who’s the youngest eligible recording artist throwing his cap into the ring for Grammy consideration in 2015? Let’s spell it out for you: F-R-A-N-K-I-E – Frankie V. […]
Author Peter Jones Releases New Book, "Out of the Crutches of Poverty"
— Helps readers of all professions attain their goal in life — Las Vegas, NV — Author Peter Jones from Demopolis, Alabama has worked his way from the bottom to […]
Man Cashes in $5K Worth of Pennies He's Been Saving For Almost 50 Years
Monroe, LA — Otha Anders, a 73-year old man, who started saving pennies more than 45 years ago, recently cashed in more than 500,000 pennies he had stored in 15 […]
Viewers Want Raven Symoné Fired From ABC's "The View" For Not Being a "Strong Black Role Model"
Nationwide — Actress Raven Symoné has made herself the center of attention again, and this time many viewers of ABC’s “The View” want her off the show.
Black Women Still Troubled by 2014 Taylor Swift Video -- "Do You Really Have to Act Black to Twerk?"
Nationwide — The video is more than one year old, but the issue has never really died when superstar music icon Taylor Swift was seen ‘twerking’ and dressed up like […]
Teen Mogul Opens Spa & Boutique Exclusively for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Passaic, NJ — Youth entrepreneur Essynce Moore began her career at just 6 years old. Now, as a teenager, she is currently the owner of Essynce Couture, LLC, Essynce Couture […]
Black Church Faces $3,500 Fine From City Officials Because White Residents Are Complaining About Loud Singing
Oakland, CA — Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, mostly attended by African Americans, has been receiving warnings from city officials after local residents have started complaining about loud gospel music singing.
Slippin’ Sippin’ Saints: Scandalous Peek Inside Fictitious Flawed Mega Church
— Retired Federal Government Worker, Faye Thompson, Pens 4th Novel — — Book Discussions & Workshops Scheduled at Queens Library in November — “We have just enough religion to make […]
Racist 'Star Wars' Fans Upset About Leading Black Character -- 5 Reasons Why That's Silly!
Nationwide — If you haven’t heard by now, there are some racist “Star Wars” fans that are trying to organize an online boycott of the upcoming Star Wars: Episode VII […]
Latest Ebony Magazine Cover Shatters "The Cosby Show" -- Some Agree, Some Don't
Nationwide — Ebony Magazine, one of the oldest and most respected African American publications, has shattered America’s favorite Black family. The November 2015 issue features a 20-year old picture of […]
36 Teenagers in Formal Attire Attend 2nd Annual Autumn Ball at The Univ. of Tenn. to Celebrate, Honor Who They Are and Who They Will Become
Memphis, TN — Thirteen-year-old Denise Stewart liked the shimmering white gown and the sparkly rhinestone crown she got to wear at the Autumn Ball put on by the Shelby County […]
USA Today Recommends Black Author's "When We Were One" As a Must-Read
New York, NY — Freelance journalist, author and poet Zaji, pens her first novel, When We Were One: The Story of an Ancient Race (Peace in the Storm Publishing), an […]
Former NBA Star Lamar Odom Found Unconscious; Reportedly Fighting for His Life
Las Vegas, NV — Former NBA star Lamar Odom was recently found unconscious and currently remains unconscious at a Nevada hospital. According to TMZ, he was found unresponsive at the […]
Mathew Knowles Says He Was Already a Millionaire Before Beyoncé’s Rise to Fame
Nationwide — Mathew Knowles is responding to claims that Beyoncé made him wealthy after she became famous. The music executive says he and his former wife, Tina Knowles, had already built […]
Only Black Woman-Owned Non-Ballet Dance Academy in Los Angeles Launches Summer Program
The Black Dance Academy, home of Black culture and arts in the heart of Leimert Park, invites dancers and drummers ages 5 and up into a summer program — no […]
Brian McKnight Sparks Criticism After Controversial Interview With His Grandchildren's Stepfather
Nationwide — Singer Brian McKnight is facing renewed criticism after interviewing the stepfather of his estranged son’s children for his Fatherhood Fridays podcast. Their discussion about fatherhood and family relationships […]
Mara Brock Akil Needs $50M Budget to Make a "Girlfriends" Film Based on the Early 2000s TV Sitcom
Nationwide — Mara Brock Akil, creator and showrunner of the early 2000s TV sitcom Girlfriends, is working to bring the beloved series back as a feature film. She has the […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Responds to Allegedly Being Broke, "I Still Have All My Houses"
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is responding to ongoing rumors that he is facing financial struggles. The undefeated boxing champion said his recent fights and business moves are not signs of […]
Footage Shows Big Tigger Somewhat Wrestling With His Wife Trying to Get His Phone Back
Nationwide — Recently released footage shows radio host Big Tigger somewhat wrestling with his wife and repeatedly asking for his phone back. In the video posted by Atlanta Black Star, […]
Black Community Leader in Atlanta Invites Families to Enroll in Summer Chess Camp
Nationwide — Orrin Hudson, the Founder of nationally recognized nonprofit Be Someone, Inc., is inviting families to enroll their children in the final weeks of his Summer Strategic Leadership Chess […]
Jermaine Jackson Wins Court Ruling and is Not Required to Pay $6.5M for Abuse Allegations
Nationwide — Jermaine Jackson, one of the members of the Jackson 5, has won a court ruling that overturned a $6.5 million default judgment in a Los Angeles sexual assault […]
LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, But He is Not Retiring... No News Yet About Bronny
Nationwide — LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and will hit the free agent market this offseason, his agent confirmed. He is not retiring and plans to continue […]
Rapper 50 Cent Faces Backlash Over Performance at Donald Trump Jr's 4th of July Event
Nationwide — Rapper and media mogul 50 Cent is facing backlash after reports surfaced that he is set to perform at Donald Trump Jr.’s private 4th of July weekend celebration. […]
Ray J Confirms Boxing Match With Orlando Brown Set for August Despite Recent Hospitalization
Nationwide — Singer Ray J has confirmed that he will fight actor Orlando Brown in a celebrity boxing match scheduled for August. The announcement comes after Ray J’s recent loss […]
Black Author Celebrates New Ownership of Publishing Company, Showcasing a Lifetime of Inspirational Family Writings
Natiownide — Author Waldo Theus is celebrating a new chapter in his literary journey as the owner of The Theus Publishing Group LLC, an independent publishing company dedicated to sharing […]
Black Author Launches Children's Journals Helping Young Readers See Their Worth and Write Their Own Stories
Nationwide — What happens when a child finally sees themselves as the hero of a story? For more than 1,000 children, that moment has sparked confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong […]
Ice Cube and Nia Long to Star in Another "Are We There Yet?" Sequel After Nearly 20 Years
Nationwide — Ice Cube and Nia Long are set to reunite for another Are We There Yet? sequel. The actors return to the franchise as development begins on a new story […]
Clive Davis Dies at 94 as Music Legend Who Built the Careers of Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, and More
Nationwide — The music industry is mourning the loss of Clive Davis, who died this morning at age 94, the legendary record executive whose influence helped shape the careers of […]
Black Woman Curator Launches New Guide That Celebrates Black-Owned Luxury Beauty and Fragrance Brands
Her annual hardcover coffee table guide and companion directory are redefining how consumers discover and support Black-owned luxury beauty and fragrance Nationwide — Curator, author, and beauty industry tastemaker Karrin […]
"The Proud Family" Celebrates 25 Years With All New Season 4 Premiere on Disney+
Nationwide — The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder will end with its fourth season, with a premiere set for July 29th ahead of its 25th anniversary milestone. The Disney animated series, […]
Actor Clifton Davis Credits Work and Family Support for Helping Him Stay Healthy at 80
Nationwide — Clifton Davis shares how he stays sharp and healthy at 80 while reflecting on his long career and role in Beyond the Gates. He credits work, routine, and […]
$90M Lawsuit Against Chris Brown Ends in Mistrial Because of Juror Misconduct
Nationwide — A Los Angeles civil trial involving Chris Brown ended in mistrial after juror misconduct disrupted the proceedings. The $90 million lawsuit centers on allegations tied to a 2020 […]
Chris Tucker Says That He’s Been Celibate for the Past 3 Years, and is Waiting for Marriage
Nationwide — Actor/comedian Chris Tucker says he has stayed celibate for more than three years, sharing the update during a Las Vegas comedy set where he also joked about love, […]
Black Journalist, Educator, and Cultural Strategist Debuts New Book "Get the F** Out of America"
A 12-Point Plan for Black Women to Leave the Divided States, Build Wealth, and Live Their Best Lives Nationwide — Phelena Napper, journalist, educator, cultural strategist, and founder of Black […]
Black Scholar Reveals Little-Known African American History About Hawaii in 3 Groundbreaking Books
Nationwide — For two centuries, African Americans have lived, thrived, and helped build Hawaii, and now, finally, their story is being told by author Dr. Miles M. Jackson. Islands With […]
LL Cool J Joins Ben Crump’s DreamFi to Build Financial Literacy in Underserved Communities
Nationwide — DreamFi, the financial empowerment platform co-founded by renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, today announced that LL Cool J has partnered with the DreamFi family. The partnership brings […]
Founder Who Sold Over 700,000 Black History Flashcards Says Business May Soon Close
Nationwide — Freddie Taylor, the Founder and CEO of Urban Intellectuals, one of the most recognized independent Black history education companies in the world, says his company is now in […]
Meet the Black Woman Building Her Media Empire to Own Her Sound, Her Screen, and Her Story
Nationwide — Media tech entrepreneur Tina Redmond has officially launched TRACC Radio TV Studios in Los Angeles, California, a full digital media and technology production company offering app development, streaming […]
Meet the Black Attorney Building a World Class Lawyer Museum in Atlanta and Documenting the Journey in Real Time
Nationwide — Attorney, entrepreneur, and cultural strategist Tiffany M. Simmons, Esq., widely known as “The Plug’s Lawyer,” is entering a new era of institution building following official recognition from the […]
Meet the HBCU Grads Making History as the Masterminds Behind African Liberation Day 2026
Nationwide — Diallo Sumbry, an HBCU graduate of the University of DC, and Dr. Ashley Milton, an HBCU graduate of Florida A&M University, have made history as the cultural architects […]
John McClain, Music Executive Who Helped Run Michael Jackson’s Estate, Dies at 71
Nationwide — John McClain, co-executor of the Michael Jackson estate and longtime music executive, has died at 71 in Malibu. He played a key role in shaping major artists’ careers and […]
Ray J Admits Himself to the Hospital After Being Knocked Out in Boxing Match
Nationwide — Ray J checked himself into a Las Vegas hospital after a celebrity boxing match ended in a knockout loss. Doctors kept him under observation while they evaluated possible concussion […]
Naomi Osaka Responds to Backlash Over Dinner Event for Other Black Tennis Players
Nationwide — Naomi Osaka defended her decision to host a Black tennis players’ dinner ahead of the French Open. She co-hosted the event with Taylor Townsend to highlight inclusion, shared […]
Dr. Umar Johnson Publicly Criticizes Kevin Hart for Allowing Racial Jokes During Netflix Roast
Nationwide — Dr. Umar Johnson criticized Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast, arguing several jokes crossed racial lines and disrespected Black history. He sparked debate after calling out the special and Hart’s response […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Ordered to Pay $1M in Child Support in Paternity Case With Former Stripper
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been ordered by a Nevada court to pay nearly $1 million in back child support after being legally declared the father of a child […]