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 […]
Entertainment & Lifestyle
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.
"The Wendy Williams Show" Looking to Hire Interns For Spring, Summer, and Fall 2015
New York, NY — The highly popular Wendy Williams Show is looking to hire interns that want to gain experience in the television industry. This internship is for college credit […]
New Book Empowers Men And Women Who Are "Living Single In A Married World"
Maitland, FL — The new book, Living Single in a Married World: How to Survive and Thrive It’s Not Easy, But it is Possible! ($16.99, paperback, 9781498402699; $7.99, e-book, 9781498402705) […]
22nd Black Love Day, February 13, 2015 Demands More Action Around Theme "Black Lives Matter, All Lives Matter - Time for Truth"
Washington, DC — The 22nd Black Love Day 2015 national theme “Black Lives Matter, All Lives Matter – Time for Truth” challenges Black communities to get “real” about Black self-love […]
2015 Steve Harvey/ Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program Now Open
— This year’s Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program, sponsored by the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation, is now taking applications until March 31, 2015! — Nationwide — The Coca-Cola […]
New Hip-Hop Magazine Created to Empower Indie and Unsigned Music Artists -- First Issue Has Quickly Gained Thousands of Readers
Fort Myers, FL — TV producer, author and entertainment manager Steven Jennings has created a new music entertainment publication called Best Artist Rep Magazine, but Jennings isn’t new to the […]
Founder Courtney Wesh Announces First Black Success Summit 2015
Jacksonville, NC — Courtney Wesh, creator and host of the first ever Black Success Summit 2015, announced that the online event will be conducted Thursday, Jan. 29 through Feb. 7, […]
New Youth-Focused Online Mentoring Community Helps High School and College Students Share Their Challenges and Triumphs
-– Yo Tale, a new youth-centered online mentoring community dedicated to helping high school and college-aged youth overcome challenges together, has today announced their official grand opening. — Brooklyn, NY […]
The Crown and Gowns Project: Building Self-Esteem And Empowering Black Girls Through Art
— Ruby Taylor, Social Worker, Author and Documentarian Raises Money For Upcoming Project To Award 12 Girls A Life Changing Moment — Lancaster, PA — The images of dark-skinned black […]
Paul Carrick Brunson, The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) TV Star, to Be Honored as Coach of the Year
— Black Life Coaches Business Strategy Summit bringing together the best and brightest life coaches in the industry in Washington DC area, March 20-22, 2015 — Washington, DC — Highly-acclaimed […]
5 Reasons Why "Selma" Should Win the Best Picture Oscar -- Despite the Snubs For Best Director and Best Actor
Nationwide — Selma, the hit film directed by Ava DuVernay, has been nominated for Best Picture at the upcoming Academy Awards. Starring David Oyelowo, who portrays Martin Luther King Jr., […]
The Drama Heats Up in Shocking New Episode of Cleveland-Based Urban Web Series "Heights Girl"
-– Episode Five of “Heights Girl” Now Available on YouTube — Cleveland, OH -– The drama heats up as HWIC Filmworks, a Cleveland-based urban film and video production company, just […]
Now Apple Offers Truly Diverse Emoji -- Thanks to iDiversicons' Revolutionary New iPhone and iPad Keyboard
Nationwide — iDiversicons is a game-changing app that pioneers diversity and inclusion, offering for the first time an amazing new iPhone and iPad compatible keyboard with a truly diverse emoji. […]
Say What? Did Usher Really Get Engaged to His... Manager?
Nationwide — The rumors are true! 36-year-old singer Usher and his business partner/ manager, Grace Miguel, are now engaged. The two have reportedly been dating each other since 2009, after […]
NFL Player Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty of Assaulting Personal Chef, Sheds Tears
Nationwide — NFL player Stefon Diggs was found not guilty of attacking his former personal chef during a 2025 dispute. A jury cleared him of felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault. While […]
Comedian Sinbad Returns To Stand-Up Stage After 2020 Stroke
Nationwide — Comedian Sinbad returns to the stand-up stage more than five years after a 2020 stroke affected his mobility, announcing new shows in Pasadena. He shares recovery updates and […]
NFL Star Shedeur Sanders Balances Football Career, Earns a College Degree With a 3.9 GPA
Nationwide — NFL star Shedeur Sanders has graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder while continuing his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns. He earned a sociology degree with a […]
Meet the Trailblazing Black Author Bringing Her Children’s Book into School Classrooms Nationwide
Nationwide — Marcia Paige, the author of ABC Explorers: The Journey Begins with Letters and Pride, published by Line Queen Publishing, is celebrating that her new book for children of […]
Kim Kardashian is Now Suing Ray J for $6M for Breach of Contract
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
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
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"
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
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"
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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 […]