Nationwide — The International Black Women’s Congress (IBWC) a non-profit, community based organization, headquartered in Norfolk, VA and founded by Dr. La Francis Rodgers-Rose, will hold their 30th annual conference […]
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"Knock Knock Whooz There?" -- A Ghetto Tale By Marvin Griffin
Nationwide — “… Prisons today represent a kind of break from the rest of the world’s mindset on incarceration,” [where deprivation is deep], “that it challenges our conception of what […]
New Book "From Slave To National Hero: The Legend of Nanny" Tells an Amazing Story!
Nationwide — Jamaican-born writer, Colin C. Reid, has incorporated multi-disciplinary story-telling to recreate a gripping historical narrative of Chief Nanny and her fearless Maroons. His book, From Slave To National […]
Jill Scott Talks About Her 63-Pound Weight Loss Journey in the Latest Issue of Essence Magazine
Nationwide — Singer and actress Jill Scott is on the cover of the September 2014 issue of Essence magazine, and inside she talks about her amazing 63-pound weight loss journey.
Birthright: Farafina Kan 10th Anniversary Celebration in Washington, DC -- An Elegant Evening of West African Dance and Drumming
— To take place in Washington, DC on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the University of the District of Columbia’s Theatre of the Arts. — Washington, DC –- Farafina Kan: […]
The Annual International Locks Conference Asks, "Where is Nu Ms. Natural Sista?"
— The Nu Ms. Natural Sista Challenge, to take place at the 2014 Annual International Locks Conference in Philadelphia, aims to uplift and restore Black women (Aboriginal Indigenous, African American, […]
I Got on Up to Go See "Get on Up" About the Late James Brown, But Was Kind of Disappointed -- Here's Why!
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Just last year, Chadwick Boseman successfully channeled the spirit of Jackie Robinson in 42, a powerful biopic about the Hall of Fame great who made […]
Sagz Jeans Launches New Fashion Line Styled By Teens; Features Unique Snap-on Custom Boxer Shorts For Worry-Free Mobility
— Latest versions of urban clothing maker’s popular ‘sagging’ jeans owe much to style conscious teenage designers. — New York, NY — Sagz Urban Wear, LLC, makers of urban influenced […]
Miss Black US Ambassador Pageant Kicks-Off Design Essentials® "Strength to Shine" Women’s Empowerment Initiative
— Design Essentials Salon Systems NEW Hydrience Argan Collection aims to support and offer beauty services to women’s empowerment organizations, groups and events — Atlanta, GA — Design Essentials® launched their […]
Xerox Launches 2014-2015 Technical Scholarship Program For Minority Students
— The deadline to apply is September 30th — Nationwide — The 2014-15 Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship will provide funding to minority students enrolled in one of the technical sciences or […]
Unique Program For Troubled Youth to Honor Contributors at Special Dinner, Entertainment, and Awards Show in Chicago
— Entertainers for the night will include Marshall Thompson and the world famous Chi-Lites, and gospel artist Pastor Mitty Collier. — Chicago, IL — Probation Challenge, the first court-mandated program […]
High School Principal Declares, "School Alone is not Enough to Ensure Your Child's Success"
Oakland, CA — It is no secret that many children in America are not being served by their schools. While everyone plays a role in this struggle and in its […]
Author and Diversity Trainer Pronounces Humanity’s Racial Bottom Line
Pasadena, CA — In RACE: My Story & Humanity’s Bottom Line, respected trainer, keynote speaker and attorney Lauren Joichin Nile describes her personal experiences with racism, the source and beginning […]
African American Cartoon Series Puts A "Ninja" Spin on Slavery – And a Video Game is Also in the Works!
Berlin, NJ — There was Roots, then 12 Years a Slave, and now in development is a cartoon series called Mortolkosbei. Picture two runaway slaves who are fighting for their […]
Rapper Ma$e Says, "I'm Done With the Church" -- Already Working on a New Album Due Out This October
Harlem, NY — 36-year old Mason Betha, better known as Ma$e, has reportedly cut all ties with the church and is now back involved with rap music. TMZ reports that […]
Unique Web Site, BlackResults.com, Gears To Reshape Wealth In The Black Community
Nationwide — BlackResults.com, dubbed as the search engine that gives back, is a new search engine which donates 20% of its net profits to the African American community by way […]
Amazing!! These Black and Hispanic Kids Speak Fluent Chinese -- Find Out Why They Are Learning
New York, NY — Have you ever seen Black children speaking Chinese? If not, watch the video below (It’s truly amazing!). It’s called the Global Language Project (GLP), and its […]
Be Good to Yourself -- Join the Sisters & Friends Martha’s Vineyard Getaway
Nationwide — Haven’t made vacation plans yet? Join more than 75 women from seven states including Texas, Washington, Illinois, Ohio that are gathering in Martha’s Vineyard for the annual Sisters […]
Veteran Black Publicist Lands Multiple Magazine Features in Three Consecutive Months For Her Client, Author Paul Lamar Hunter
— “Ebony,” “FINE Success” and “AMPS” Magazines are Taken with Author Paul Lamar Hunter’s Story in “No Love, No Charity: the Success of the 19th Child” — Nationwide — Late […]
Ladies, What Name Do You Wear on Your Back? (No, Not Your Clothes Silly!) -- What's Your Woman Brand?
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — In the business world, a brand is a promise to consistently deliver a product, service, quality or experience. Ask any woman about her preferred clothing […]
"I Bet You Had No Idea That These 12 Black Celebrities Are Turning 50 Years Old In 2014"
Nationwide — It happens to everyone as time goes by, and there is nothing any of us can do about it! It’s called aging, and some of our favorite African […]
BET.com Adds LGBT Writer to this Summer’s “You Gotta Have It” List
Nationwide — BET, via their web site at BET.com, has chosen writer Terry E. Hill’s Sunday Morning Trilogy as three of this summer’s must-read novels. Often compared to the late E. […]
This Guy Says Essence Magazine Has No, Well... Essence -- It's Kind of Harsh, But Is He Right?
Nationwide — NNPA columnist Raynard Jackson recently wrote a column entitled Nothing Essential About Essence where he attacks Essence Communications (the producers of Essence Magazine and Essence Music Festival) for […]
Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Installed as International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Charlotte, NC — Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a business executive, was installed as the 2014-2018 International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), an international service organization […]
"The Supreme Human Being" -- This Story Contains the Hidden Truth of the Real Life Mayweather Murder Case
Detroit, MI — Available now on Amazon.com and iTunes is as a new science fiction/suspense book that is filled with turns, flips and twisted outcomes. The Supreme Human Being by […]
"The Last Virgin Alive" -- A New Bittersweet Tale About the Travails of a Virgin Girl’s First Year in College
— Debutante author Stephanie Crosby pens a gripping romantic suspense novel about a girl called Symphony who is feeling isolated and rejected from her social circle at college owing to […]
3 Phenomenal Books (By Black Women) That Every Black Woman Should Read This Summer!
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — What’s on your reading list this summer? I know that summer is a time for relaxation and it’s the time many of us use to […]
30 Day Challenge Brings New Hope To Single Women Looking For Love -- New 5-Part Audio Series Available For Download
— Approximately 65% of all African American women over the age of 25 in the United States are single — but many want to be in a loving and well […]
This Community Leader and Master Motivator Says "The Chess Board is the Board of Education"
— Orrin Hudson, founder of Be Someone, Inc. in Atlanta, was recently interviewed on BlackAmericaWeb.com’s “Mamas Gone Wild” Show with Nikki Woods and Mary Boyce. — Dallas, TX — Orrin […]
Motivational Speaker Marcus Parker Launches New Android App as a Tool For Daily Motivation
Nationwide — The evening news, the feature story on the front page of the paper, and even the most talked about local issues on local radio stations have one thing […]
Sherri Shepherd on Her Unborn Child: "I'm Not Paying Child Support... And I Don't Want Custody"
Nationwide — What could possibly possess a mother to say that she does not want custody of her unborn child? Well, for actress/comedienne Sherri Shepherd, it’s because of her estranged […]
“Girl, Just Move On!” – 7 Warning Signs That It May Be Time to Let It Go
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — Not everyone or everything is a permanent fixture in our lives. Things change and people change. People, positions, and possessions can serve us well for […]
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 […]