By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — Let’s face it; the world of dating has changed! Thanks to virtual chatrooms, online dating, and reality TV matchmakers, a person’s potential dating pool has […]
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Las Vegas Comedian James Bean Releases Candid Account Of His Struggle With Suicide In "When The Humor Is Gone"
“James Bean has shown insight and understanding of the darkest moments of many people’s lives as well as ideas on how one could begin to create a life worth living […]
Think Twice About Going to See "Think Like a Man Too" -- Steve Harvey's Sequel Gets a 2 out 4 Rating
By Kam Williams Nationwide — The surprise hit Think Like a Man was #1 at the box-office over its opening weekend back in April of 2012. Inspired by Steve Harvey’s […]
"10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse" Book Is Outselling New Releases By Hillary Clinton and Stephen King, and Every Other Book on Amazon.com
Nationwide — New York Times best-selling author, nutritionist and certified weight loss expert, JJ Smith, released her much anticipated book, 10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse in February of this year, launching […]
Actress Lupita Nyong'o Beautifully Graces the Cover of Vogue Magazine's July 2014 Issue
Hollywood, CA — Finally, Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is on the cover of the July 2014 issue of Vogue Magazine wearing a colorful printed Prada dress. Shot by photographer Mikael […]
Nation's Only Black Touring Rodeo Celebrates 30th Anniversary -- Making Its Way Across The Country
2014 Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Schedule — From Denver, CO to Washington, DC Oakland, CA — The nationally renowned Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo (BPIR) is excited to announce that its […]
Men Don't Cheat on Women -- The Reason Why Will Shock You
— Hardcore Love Relationship Book Sparks Heated Debate — New York, NY — The only thing more startling than D.W. Leonard’s 6 foot 7 inch frame is what comes out […]
Dead Woman From New Orleans Attends Her Own Funeral -- and In Style!
New Orleans, LA — Two women from New Orleans recently decided to give their dead mother a funeral that she reportedly would have wanted. They dressed her up in a […]
CurlKit, the Leading Hair Care Subscription Service for Women with Naturally Curly, Kinky or Coily Hair Introduces “CurlKit Cares,” Its New Philanthropic Effort
Nationwide — CurlKit, the leading subscription service delivering hair care products to women with naturally curly, kinky or coily hair, today announces the creation of their philanthropic arm, CurlKit Cares. […]
Why We Love Ruby Dee and Will Miss Her -- Groundbreaking Actress and Civil Rights Activist Dies At Age 91
New Rochelle, NY — Ruby Dee, a well-respected actress and civil rights activist, has died at the age of 91. Her career spanned stage, radio, television and film, and she […]
Menswear Entrepreneur, Brett Johnson, Donates Athletic Footwear to the Boys & Girls Club of Mount Vernon
— Denzel Washington Applauds Brett Johnson for Supporting His Hometown Boys & Girls Club — Bethesda, MD — Brett Johnson, CEO of the Brett Johnson Collection, LLC, (BJC) today announced […]
Toni Braxton Tells Her Story of Hope, Healing and Redemption in New Memoir "Unbreak My Heart"
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Toni Michele Braxton was the eldest of six siblings born in Severn, Maryland to Evelyn and Pastor Michael Braxton. She hailed from a tight-knit, religious […]
Get Out of Town With Sisters and Friends -- Join the Upcoming Getaway to Martha’s Vineyard!
By Connie Portis Nationwide — There is no better month for a relaxing girlfriends getaway than September. It’s back-to-school, back-to-work, back-to-reality drudgery. Most of us have busy months from the […]
What Ice Cube Had To Say About Apple Buying Dr. Dre's Headphone Company For $3 Billion
Nationwide — How does Ice Cube feel about Apple buying Dr. Dre’s headphone company for $3 billion? That was a question recently asked by Kam Williams during an interview with […]
Farewell To One of the Guys Who Taught Us How To Dougie -- Rapper JayAre Dies From Sickle Cell Anemia at Just 25 Years Old
Nationwide — Rapper JayAre of the group Cali Swag District has died over the weekend from Sickle Cell Anemia. The 25-year old was reportedly admitted into a hospital on Thursday […]
HNK Concepts Announces Addition of New E-book Offering for Child Superhero Team, the Fearless Five
Nationwide — HNK Concepts, a product development company, has announced the addition of an E-book offering for the popular Fearless Five picture book series. The Fearless Five are an adorable […]
This Is What Happens When You Are Dumb Enough to Mess With Tichina Arnold -- Shoulda Just Kept Your Mouth Shut
Nationwide — Actress Tichina Arnold recently fired back after recording artist French Montana recently tried to start something on Instagram. Montana apparently re-posted a photo two weeks of Arnold sitting […]
Comedian/ Actor Tracy Morgan in Intensive Care After Serious Car Crash in New Jersey -- Truck Driver Arrested and Charged
New Brunswick, NJ — 45-year old Tracy Morgan, one of the co-stars in 30 Rock, is in intensive care after being involved in a serious car accident on the New […]
Michael Baisden Returns to a Movement He Helped Launch; Will Speak at the 5th Annual Beauty Supply Store Start-Up Summer Conference
Nationwide — Nationally syndicated radio host and community activist Michael Baisden will be the keynote speaker at the 5th annual Beauty Supply Store Start-Up Summer Conference on August 16th and […]
Actor Terry Crews Speaks Out on Donald Sterling: "We Need To Forgive Him" -- Is He Right?
Nationwide — Terry Crews recently did an interview with Kam Williams about his new movie “Blended”. During the interview, he also had something very compelling (and controversial) to say about […]
CBS Pulls the Plug on the Arsenio Hall Show After Just One Season
Hollywood, CA — The second round of the Arsenio Hall Show has been canceled after CBS, the show’s network, says the ratings were just not high enough. The late night […]
Dr. Christine King Farris, Linda Johnson Rice and Hiroko Tatebe Honored With Legacy of Leadership Awards At Tenth Anniversary Spelman College Women of Color Conference
— 18 Groundbreaking Women Inducted into Inaugural Academy of Game Changers Include Major General Marcia Anderson, Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson, Media Trailblazer Paula Madison, Essence Magazine’s Vanessa Bush, Coca-Cola’s Dr. […]
The Drama Begins: Angela Bassett Wants To Direct a Whitney Houston Lifetime Movie -- But Houston's Family Is Threatening a Lawsuit
Hollywood, CA — Award-winning actress Angela Bassett will soon make her directorial debut with a Lifetime original movie based on the life and career of singer Whitney Houston.
Legendary Author and Poet, Dr. Maya Angelou, Dies at the Age of 86
Winston-Salem, NC — Legendary author and poet Dr. Maya Angelou has died, according to her publicist Helen Brann. She passed away in her Winston-Salem, N.C. home after suffering from health […]
"Adinkrahene: Fear of a Black Planet" -- New Sci-Fi Novel Empowers Blacks
Southern California — When novelist J.A. Faulkerson set out to write his first novel, he didn’t know where he would end up. He knew he wanted to write a story […]
Dr. Ben Carson Offers A Powerful Cure To Get America On The Right Track
New Book, One Nation, Calls On Left And Right To Toss Aside Unanimity of Party Speech And Thought And Concentrate On Respectful Dialogue For Real Problem Solving “The John’s Hopkins […]
Two Legends Unite Forming a New Hip Hop Duo Known Collectively as the "White Crows"
Nationwide — For many years, true Hip Hop heads from coast to coast and worldwide have been asking: “What’s happened to our music?” The original Hip Hop aesthetic has given […]
CulSire.com Partners With The Number One Life Coaching and Personal Development Resource For The Black Community
Phoenix, AZ — CulSire.com announced today its new collaboration with BlackLifeCoaches.net, the number one life coaching and personal development resource for the black community. This will help bring CulSire.com into […]
Master P Says His New Reality Show "The Miller Dynasty" Will Be Based on Fatherhood and Running a Successful Independent Music Label With His Family
Nationwide — Master P AKA Percy Miller clears the air on his reality show refuting media gossip by TMZ and Wendy Williams.
"I Shot My Wife" -- Actor Michael Jace from "The Shield" and "Michael Jordan" TV Movie Calls 911 and Admits to Murdering His Wife
Los Angeles, CA — 51-year old actor Michael Jace, best known for playing Officer Julien Lowe on The Shield, has been charged with murdering his wife. Police say Jace called […]
Beyonce, Jay Z And Solange: "We are Family, We Have Moved On, and You Should Too!"
New York, NY — Jay-Z, wife Beyonce, and sister-in-law Solange have all released an exclusive statement to The Associated Press saying that they have worked through their differences and moved […]
Vocalist/Actress René Marie Performs May 15-18 @ Jazz At Lincoln Center With Her Acclaimed Eartha Kitt Tribute CD “I Wanna Be Evil: With Love To Eartha Kitt”
— Featured On NPR “All Things Considered”, The Dazzling Jazz Singer and Off-Broadway Star Will Feature Caribbean Trumpet Star Etienne Charles — New York, NY — René Marie – singer, […]
Brian McKnight Takes Legal Action Against Radio Station Over Claims That He's Abusive
Nationwide — Brian McKnight is taking legal action against a North Carolina radio station and its host, claiming they falsely painted him as an abusive and neglectful father. He says the […]
Pastor Jamal Bryant Lost a Lot of Followers By Trying to End the Target Boycott
Nationwide — Pastor Jamal Bryant controversially announced the end of the yearlong Target boycott last week, praising the retailer for investing $2 billion in Black-owned businesses and meeting most of […]
Largest Black Children's Book Fair in Dayton, Ohio, Launches 3rd Annual Event
Nationwide — The third annual When I See Me™ Children’s Book Fair takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026 (11 am to 4 pm) at the Dayton Metro Library’s West Branch, […]
Celebrity Blogger Tasha K Starts GoFundMe to Pay $3.5M Legal Debt to Cardi B
Nationwide — Celebrity blogger Tasha K, who has been in a long-running legal battle with Cardi B, has launched a GoFundMe page to help pay off her $3.5 million judgment. She’s […]
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 […]