— Call To Action Video Puts Spotlight on White Cops Murdering Blacks — St. Louis, MO — An East St. Louis born-and-bred hip-hop impresario — who marched with protesters in […]
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Makeup Artist to the Stars Turned Maternal Health Advocate Shares Her Story
— Timoria McQueen Addresses Maternal Death Rate for Black Women — Pittsburgh, PA — Timoria McQueen was living a life many women dream about; she was enjoying a successful and […]
Expansion Continues for Bounce TV as Fast-Growing Network
* Adds WMAR-TV in Baltimore & WSYM-TV in Lansing, Passes 90% of African American TV Homes; * Doubles Number of Upfront Advertisers; * Posts Double-Digit Ratings Gains Across the Board; […]
Acclaimed Jazz Musician Victor Goines Leads All-Star Band to Honor Scott Joplin, Joseph Lamb, James Scott in "Roots Of Ragtime"
— Featuring Victor Goines, James Chirillo, Chris Crenshaw, Yasushi Nakamura, Ted Nash, Chris Pattishall, Marcus Printup, Kenny Rampton, Joe Saylor — — October 17, 9:30pm; October 18, 7pm — — […]
Black Girls Gone Blonde: Stories From A Newly Discovered Sisterhood
Washington, DC — Joani Ward, author of You Don’t Have To Be Broke: So Wake Up, Shake It Up, and Make A Change, shifts from writing about numbers and entrepreneurship […]
Double Dutch Dolls, LLC Looks to Make a Big Statement With a New Line of Multicultural Books and Dolls
Atlanta, GA — In 2013, approximately 3% of published children’s books featured African-American characters. The numbers were also not favorable for Latinos or Asian characters. Children learn about themselves and […]
Alfred Street Baptist Church to Offer Free Health Screenings & Flu Shots Saturday, September 27 at 9am
— On Saturday, September 27 from 9am to 3pm, Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA will offer FREE flu shots, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and dental screenings as well […]
Documentary "Nas: Time Is Illmatic" To Debut In Select Theaters Nationwide Starting Oct. 1 and Living Rooms Everywhere on Oct. 3
Nationwide — The documentary on legendary MC Nas’ making of the 1994 landmark debut album ‘Illmatic’, Nas: Time is Illmatic, will release theatrically in New York and Los Angeles starting on Wednesday, […]
Bounce TV Sets Second Season Premiere Date for "Family Time" -- Tues. Oct. 14 @ 10:00 p.m. ET
— Lynn Whitfield, Lawrence Hilton Jacobs & Jackee Among Guest Stars — — Network to Encore Season One Tues. Nights 10-11:00 p.m. Starting Sept. 23, S1 Marathon on Sun. Oct. […]
Shavewise Hosts 'Men of Distinction' Luncheon During Atlanta's Biggest Hip Hop Weekend
— NBA Analyst Dennis Scott Led Presentation for Influencers in Music, Art and Fashion — Atlanta, GA — On the eve one of hip hop’s biggest weekends, Shavewise™, the new […]
"Teach Me How To... STUDY" Not "DOUGIE" -- Urban Elementary School Teacher Gets Creative With Her Music Students
— Inspiring YouTube video shows Washington, DC-area elementary school children singing “Teach Me How To Study” based on the popular Cali Swag District song, “Teach Me How to Dougie.” –- […]
Comedian Stevieweevie's Comedy Sketch of Wendy Williams Featuring Justin Timberlake Goes Viral!
— His new song is a spoof of Jay Z and Justin Timberlake’s “Holy Grail”. The song and video first surfaced in April this year. Since The Wendy Williams show […]
Black Entrepreneur Creates the Heartbeat Music Academy to Provide Music Programs for Underserved and Homeless Impacted Youth in San Diego
San Diego, CA — The Heartbeat Music Academy, located in San Diego, California, was founded by entrepreneur and humanitarian, Tyra K. Hawthorne. Ms. Hawthorne, a native of Detroit, Michigan, created […]
Author Evie Rhodes Presents "Expired" - A Newly Re-Released Psychological Suspense Thriller Set in Harlem, New York
— This story of one woman’s pain and every mother’s nightmare is also being made into a movie with the trailer already available on www.Expired-the-Movie.com — New York, NY -– […]
Introducing F-MONDE™ - the World's First Ultra-Premium, Naturally Wavy Hair Brand.
— F-MONDE™ is the new, edgy, Hair and Beauty Brand created by Follea®, the company known for its luxurious European hair, to provide unique hair texture choices to women of […]
Cleveland Gary, CEO, Black Shopping Channel (BSC) Signs $125 Million Deal to Expand TV Viewership
West Palm Beach, FL — Black Shopping Channel has announced that it has successfully completed a $125 million deal. The proceeds will be used to expand TV viewership nationwide on […]
Man Plays a Simultaneous Game of Chess With 59 Students -- Teaches Them the Winning Moves in Chess... and Life!
Gadsden, AL — Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson, a national chess champion, motivational speaker, and the founder of Atlanta-based Be Someone, Inc., recently traveled to Gadsden, Alabama to host a week-long training […]
Black Art Gallery Introduces Watercolors on Canvas
— Scott Robinson designs, Inc. now offers watercolors on canvas — Tuscaloosa, AL — Artist LaShonda Scott Robinson, President of Scott Robinson designs, Inc. now offers her distinctive watercolors featuring […]
Hot New Concept Helps Children By Addressing Inappropriate Behaviors in the Classroom
— The Digibots Classroom Adventures Series created by Dyke Robinson addresses inappropriate behaviors in the classroom for school-age children (K – 3rd Grade). — Nationwide — Digibots is a unique […]
Ebony Magazine's Couple of the Year Brings Their Tips For Surviving Marriage to La La Land
Atlanta, GA — Every year it seems as if Hollywood needs to send out a Marriage SOS. There are 99 problems in the City of Angels and divorce is definitely […]
Chris Brown Shares Some Timely Advice With Ray Rice
Nationwide — International pop star Chris Brown recently shared some words of advice for NFL player Ray Rice, who was recently suspended after a video leaked showing him knock out […]
24th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards Announces Nominations
Beverly Hills, CA — The NAACP Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch’s Theatre Viewing Committee announced nominations in 32 competitive categories for the 24th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards. This year’s show will be […]
Ray Rice Issues First Public Statement About the Attack Caught on Video: "I Have to Be Strong for My Wife"
Nationwide — NFL star Ray Rice has issued his first public statement after a recent video surfaced on TMZ showing him knocking out his wife in an elevator, and then […]
"So Be Light!" Women's Empowerment Retreat to Be Held in Key West, Florida
— Three day seaside, unplug that utilizes West African and Native American healing principles to illuminate the divine feminine — Key West, FL — A special time a part with […]
Major African Music Artists to Perform Pro Bono for PLAD's STOP Africa Land Grab Concert at the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC
Washington, DC — Performing for the first time ever in DC – The legendary Mbilia Bel from the Democratic Republic of Congo, artist producer Didier Awadi from Senegal, emerging artist […]
Children Will Need to Saddle Up for New Adventure Book, "Semi's Magical Seahorse Adventure"
Jacksonville, FL — Children everywhere are in for a tremendous adventure ride in Eve Pierre’s adventure book entitled Semi’s Magical Seahorse Adventure.
Priest Tyaire "The Next Tyler Perry" Debuts New Musical Stage Play "Mrs. Independent" -- Starring Robin Givens, Christopher Williams, Dottie Peoples, and More
— This show – based on a true life story – delivers intense drama, tear-jerking and hilarious moments, while also providing a family-oriented, faith-building and “crowd-pleasing” experience. — Nationwide — […]
Teen-Fiction Comedy Comic "Fiji Random: Vol. 1" Hits Barnes & Noble Bookstore Shelves
Nationwide — Fiji Random: Vol. 1, a teen comedy comic by Youngstown, Ohio native Justin Raimey, recently hit bookstores nationwide. The new 2nd edition printing of the teen-fiction comedy comic […]
Self-determination, Unity and Buy Black Alive at the 20th Annual International Locks Conference: Natural Hair, Wholistic Health and Beauty Expo
Nationwide — Bob Marley wrote and sung a song, “Get up, Stand Up” which encouraged people to be active in the pursuit of peace and justice. Fannie Lou Hammer also […]
Serena Williams Denies Being Drunk, Pregnant or on Drugs During Wimbledon Meltdown
Nationwide — In the latest issue of Sports Illustrated magazine, tennis champion Serena Williams addressed what happened in Wimbledon when she appeared disoriented and was forced to withdraw from a […]
Top 10 Back-To-School Scholarships For African American and Minority Students
Nationwide — The summer is over and the 2014-2015 school year has already started; Students all over the country have returned back to the classroom.
Thousands Attend Funeral Service For Michael Brown -- Speakers Include Al Sharpton, T.D. Jakes, Jamal Bryant, and More
Ferguson, MO — Nearly 5,000 people attended Michael’s Brown funeral on Sunday in St. Louis, Missouri at the Friendly Temple Missionary Baptist Church. But millions watched it on television as […]
NBA Star Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14K a Month in Child Support for His Son That He's Never Met
Nationwide — NBA star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 a month in child support to Alexandria Desroches for their son, Amir. The ruling comes after he acknowledged […]
Fresh Off Dominant VERZUZ Performance, Joe to Headline the 6th Annual Star 94.5 Heart & Soul Music Festival
Keke Wyatt, Case, Con Funk Shun, Meli’sa Morgan and Hip-Hop Legend Chubb Rock Join One of Central Florida’s Premier Celebrations of Classic R&B Tickets Start at Just $50 Nationwide — […]
Jamie Foxx Reveals Why He Hesitated About Having Another Baby at 58
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx is preparing to become a father again at 58, but he initially had doubts about raising another child later in life. The actor said a conversation with […]
Independent Black Filmmakers Launch Bootcamp Teaching How to Produce a Streaming Series on a Guerilla Budget
Nationwide — The award-winning team behind the independent drama series Sundays After Church is inviting aspiring filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, and content creators behind the scenes with “How We Shot […]
Trishauna Clarke Stars Alongside Maurice Hall in "The Seed" - Production Wraps This Week On First-Time Director Vanna James' Inspirational Debut
Former Ohio State Football Star and Mo-tivation Unlimited Producer Maurice Hall Leads Indie Feature That Defies L.A. Production Odds Nationwide — Production is wrapping this week on The Seed, the […]
Master P Says He Wants Rap Snacks to Go Public and Create More Black Wealth
Nationwide — Rapper Master P says Rap Snacks is considering going public as the brand looks for ways to expand Black ownership and create more opportunities for communities to build wealth. […]
Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles
Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]
Kanye West to Perform Two Sold Out Concerts in Russia After UK Ban and European Concert Cancellations
Nationwide — Kanye West is set to perform two sold-out concerts in Russia despite being barred from entering the UK and losing several shows across Europe. The rapper continues to […]
Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”
HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]
Black Grandmother Launches Patented Interactive Plush Koala Inspired By Her Grandkids
Her innovative educational comfort system combines a patented voice-recordable pillow plush, children’s books, and interactive learning products designed to support literacy, emotional wellness, and family connection. Nationwide — After hearing […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Open a Kids' Skating Rink in Lancaster, California
Nationwide — After more than 40 years of working with children, entrepreneur Duana Garrett is making history in Lancaster, California, as the first Black woman to open a children’s skating […]
Author Releases New Book Series on the Innovations of Early Black Inventors Who Helped Shape America
The series reveals the legacy of U.S. Assistant Patent Examiner Henry E. Baker (1800–1900s) and over 400 African American inventions that changed the world. Nationwide — Author and creative technologist […]
Black Mom and Her Adult Son Partner to Teach Children About the Power of Their Imagination
Mother and son, Nadine and Andrew Burton, are taking the next step in a twenty-plus-year journey that started with Andrew inspiring an improvement theme and a book about imagination and […]
At 63 Years Old, This Black Athlete/ Track Star is Running Faster Than She Did in Her 50s
Nationwide — At 63 years old, Johnnie Reid is proving that athletic excellence does not have an expiration date. The accomplished sprinter and shot put champion is running faster today […]
Will Smith to Star with Jaafar Jackson in New Action Thriller "Supermax" on Prime Video
Nationwide — Will Smith is set to star alongside Jaafar Jackson in the upcoming action thriller Supermax, which will become Jaafar’s second major acting project after his breakout performance in […]
LeBron James Plans to Raise $5 Billion for New Basketball League to Compete With NBA
Nationwide — NBA icon LeBron James is reportedly involved in plans to create a global basketball league that could compete with the NBA. The proposed league would feature teams from around […]
Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa Girls’ Leadership Academy Will Close After 20 Years
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey announced that her South African girls’ academy will close its current operations by the end of 2027. She shares plans to move toward a larger scholarship […]
Oprah Winfrey Reveals That She Was Born With a Different Name
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey revealed that the name she became famous for was not the name written on her birth certificate. The media mogul said she was actually born Orpah, but […]
Black Author and Illustrator Releases New Book Exploring Love, Grief, and Human Emotions Through Visual Art
Nationwide — Mericstarr announces the release of Love, Loss, and Everything In Between: A Collection of Stories, a newly published graphic storytelling collection created and illustrated by artist and writer […]
Award-Recognized Black Author Releases Thriller Series Exploring America Through the Lens of Race, Identity, and Empowerment
A provocative debut in the BLACK Novel Series asks a bold question: What if you discovered that the American Civil War never ended, it just started being waged on different […]
Fitness Star Suddenly Collapses and Dies at 35 Just Hours After His Last Instagram Post
Nationwide — Mailson Araujo, a professional bodybuilder from Brazil, has sadly passed away at age 35 after collapsing at his home in Alagoinhas. His mother, a nursing technician, attempted to […]
Rapper Boosie Files Lawsuit After Paying $600K for Trump Pardon Deal That Never Happened
Nationwide — Rapper Boosie Badazz has filed a lawsuit over a failed presidential pardon effort, claiming he paid $600,000 for help securing clemency. The rapper is now seeking to recover part […]
Just Like Me TV Launches Five Original Animated Series Led by a Black Princess Who Currently Has No Rival Anywhere on Screen
“The Unexpected Princess” headlines a five-show slate premiering July 13, giving parents something positive, entertaining, and kid-friendly for their children to watch this summer, alongside “Jalen’s Neighborhood,” “ABN Newsroom,” “The […]
LeBron James' Wife, Savannah, Responds to Criticism About Him Leaving the Lakers
Nationwide — Savannah James, the wife of NBA star LeBron James, defended her husband after critics reacted to his decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. She addressed the constant […]
Disney to Bring Back "The Cheetah Girls" With Raven-Symone and the Other Original Cast Members
Nationwide — The Cheetah Girls franchise is making a comeback with a new Disney movie titled The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen. Original cast members Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, and Sabrina Bryan […]
Air Force Veteran Turns Technology and Vision into a Growing Black-Owned Gift Brand
African American Gift Guides Celebrates Culture, Heritage, and Faith With a Growing Collection of Over 5,000 Culturally Inspired Gifts, Home Décor, and Greeting Cards — Shipping Worldwide Nationwide — African […]
14-Year-Old Black Girl From California Becomes Top-Ranked Sprinter in the U.S.
Nationwide — Janet Criss, a 14-year-old African American track athlete from Northern California, is making a name for herself as the top-ranked middle school 100-meter sprinter in the state and […]
Big Tigger's Wife Facing Years in Prison After Being Arrested for Kidnapping Charges
Nationwide — Alicia Denise Brown, the wife of Atlanta radio host Big Tigger, has been arrested in Georgia after authorities said she was wanted on kidnapping-related warrants from Maryland. Her […]
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 […]