Nationwide — Adolphus A. Ward, a seventy-nine year old independent writer, has released the 2nd Edition of The Tallman Trilogy – an African American family trilogy. His fascinating stories examine […]
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Mocha Moms, Inc. Teams With Award Winning Filmmakers To Boost Parent Involvement and Close the Education Achievement Gap
— National nonprofit and producers of “American Promise” documentary launch dialog to improve educational outcomes for African American children. — Upper Marlboro, MD — Mocha Moms, Inc., the groundbreaking national […]
Rapper Jay Z and Wife Beyoncé Preparing For Joint Summer Tour -- "The Mr. and Mrs. Carter Tour" Is Coming to 20 U.S. Cities
Nationwide — According to both the New York Post and the Los Angeles Times, rapper Jay-Z and his wife singer Beyoncé will be launching a joint tour this summer called […]
The New 40 Awards Announces 2014 Honorees -- The Gala Will Be Hosted By Comedian Kim Coles and Radio Personality Kevin Nash
— Bishop Noel Jones, Ron Hasson, Dr. Mike Jackson, Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd, Dr. Ron Hurst, Salli Richardson-Whitfield and Dondre Whitfield will receive top honors at inaugural gala — Los Angeles, […]
In The Bag -- Budding Black-Owned Handbag Brand Grows Sales Beyond $350K in a Little Over a Year
Charlotte, NC — Mr. Sylvia is the name that many call him; however, designer Gregory Sylvia is not a single designer at all. Founded by a husband and wife duo, […]
Why Did Pharrell Cry During A Recent Interview With Oprah? Because He's "Happy"... About The Success of His Song
Nationwide — Singer/producer Pharrell Williams recently got very emotional when being interviewed by Oprah about his hit song “Happy.” He had just explained how fast the song took off, and […]
Microsoft Teams Up With Popular HBCU Web Site To Host VIP Reception For Black HR Professionals In The Maryland, D.C., Virginia Area
Alexandria, VA — HBCUConnect.com, in partnership with Microsoft, recently held a successful diversity recruitment and networking event for Black HR professionals in the Washington D.C. area.
Essynce Couture University To Host Children, Tweens and Teens Empowerment Conference in New Jersey on April 26th
— “A Place Where Age Dosn’t Matter” is the theme of the upcoming Essynce Couture University Youth Conference — East Orange, NJ (BlackNews.com) – Tween Fashion Mogul Essynce Moore will […]
Need A Job? Hip-Hop Mogul Russell Simmons is Hiring Interns -- and More
— Both internships and jobs available at Global Grind — New York, NY — Russell Simmons, known to many as the godfather of Hip-Hop, is looking to hire both interns and […]
Does Beyoncé Really Have Her Own Church? -- It Appears So (well, sort of)
— “Beyism”, “Mother Bey”, and even the “Beyble” all seem to be real components of the National Church of “Bey” — Atlanta, GA — The rumors are true. The National […]
New Michael Jackson "XSCAPE" Album to be Released on May 13th -- The Count Down Begins
Hollywood, CA — On May 13th, Epic Records, in conjunction with the Estate of Michael Jackson, will release XSCAPE, an album featuring new music by the King of Pop, Michael […]
Baseball Legend Hank Aaron Compares Obama Critics To KKK -- Says "Back Then They Had Hoods, But Now They Have Neckties"
Nationwide — Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron, who is now 80 years old, recently told USA Today that the Republicans’ constant criticism of President Obama is just one of […]
Why is Jay-Z Wearing This Medallion? Does He Believe That White People Are 'Wicked, Weak, and Inferior'?
New York, NY — Rapper Jay-Z is being criticized for wearing a medallion that bears a symbol of the Five Percent Nation, a Muslim group that believes that white people […]
UConn Star Shabazz Napier Tells Reporters That He Sometimes Goes to Bed "Starving" -- And Yet The NCAA Made Millions off of Him
Nationwide — The University of Connecticut’s Shabazz Napier has just led his team to a NCAA championship game, but he also recently told reporters that he sometimes goes to bed […]
You Go Girl! Actress Lupita Nyong'o Signs Major Endorsement Deal With Lancôme Cosmetics -- Will Star in Their Ads Starting This Year
Paris, France — Actress Lupita Nyong’o has just signed a major endorsement deal with Lancôme, and will become the France-based cosmetics and skincare company’s first Black spokesperson starting in September. […]
Actor Kevin Navayne To Star In New Marcus Garvey Film -- Production To Begin In Fall 2014
Hollywood, CA — Marcus Garvey is alive and well. At least the feature film is. The film which has seen its way through production company to production company will settle […]
Dr. Dre Is Hiring -- Apply Now For Beats By Dre Internships AND Jobs (Work in the Doctor's Office)
Santa Monica, CA — Beats By Dre is hiring students, graduates and experienced workers that are interested in working in an environment that combines technology with music. Positions are available […]
Rapper Jay-Z Gives Back With His 2014 Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship Program -- Deadline to Apply is April 30th
Brooklyn, NY — The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation has announced that they are now accepting applications for their 2014 scholarship program. The foundation, established by rapper Jay-Z and his mom […]
Yes, Black Ballerinas Do Exist — Meet Misty Copeland, One of Few African Americans To Ever Perform Solo at the American Ballet Theatre
Nationwide — Born in Kansas City, Missouri on September 10, 1982, Misty Copeland is a soloist at the American Ballet Theatre. A recipient of the Leonore Annenberg Fellowship in the Arts, […]
Former TV Judge Joe Brown Arrested — FOR REAL: For Arguing With Another Judge While in Court
Memphis, TN — Judge Joe Brown, the popular TV court judge, was recently arrested and found in contempt of court. He was sentenced to 5 days in jail for each […]
“The Boondocks” Returning to the Cartoon Network With Season 4 — But Without Creator Aaron McGruder… Does It Matter?
Burbank, CA — The Boondocks, a popular animated series for teens and adults, is set to return to Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim but creator Aaron McGruder is apparently not involved. […]
Good News For SWV and the Braxtons — Both of Their Reality Shows Are Being Renewed For Another Season!
Hollywood, CA — Two popular reality shows are coming back for another season – “Braxton Family Values” and “SWV Reunited” – both of which are aired on WE tv. According […]
INTERVIEW: Nia Long on Working WIth Tyler Perry — and How She Keeps It Sexy in Her 40’s
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Stunningly-attractive leading lady Nia Long returned to the big screen last fall in the highly-anticipated sequel The Best Man Holiday where she reunited with original […]
Singer Chris Brown To Stay in Jail For One Month — Will He Ever Learn?
Los Angeles, CA — R&B singer Chris Brown just can’t seem to stay out of trouble. The 24-year old was recently sentenced to one month in prison for violating his […]
INTERVIEW: Russell Simmons Talks Life, Business, Meditation (or “Stillness” as he calls it) — and Why “My Ni**a” Is His Favorite Song
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Master entrepreneur and visionary Russell Simmons has influenced virtually all aspects of business and media: in music with the co-founding of the immensely successful Def […]
Oprah Winfrey Is Selling Harpo Studios, Where Her Show Was Taped For 20 Years — But Is She Selling Out?
Chicago, IL — First, Bob Johnson sold BET to Viacom. Then, Essence Magazine was sold to Time Warner. And now, Oprah Winfrey has announced that she is selling her Chicago-based […]
Introducing the Hip Hop Choir — A Platform For New Artists To Showcase All The Elements of Hip-Hop Culture
— “Our vision of the Hip Hop Choir will be that it is made up of every nationality, so that it will have the potential to reach people and cultures […]
Author Terry Cato Tells Her Personal Love Story in “No Longer a Bridesmaid!” — A New Memoir
San Francisco, CA — For years, Terry Cato was always the bridesmaid, but never the bride. In this poignant memoir, this first-time author tells the story of her seven years […]
Tyler Perry Is BACK and This Time It’s ALL About Female Empowerment in His Latest Film, “Single Moms Club”
By Kam Williams –The Film Opens in Theaters Nationwide on Friday, March 14, 2014 — Nationwide — Fast-food waitress Lytia (Cocoa Brown) survives paycheck to paycheck and has to rely […]
Kobe Bryant Is Done For The Season — Not Expected To Recover This Year From His Fractured Left Knee
Los Angeles, CA — Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is not expected to return this season due to his fractured left knee. Kobe originally injured his Achilles tendon last April, but […]
Finally, Jimi Hendrix’s Legacy Gets Stamp of Approval — U.S. Postal Service Honors Him With Commemorative Forever Stamp
Washington, DC — The U.S. Postal Service is honoring rock legend Jimi Hendrix with a commemorative Forever stamp that was created and designed by artist Rudy Gutierrez. The design resembles […]
Kandi Burruss Covers Jet Magazine — Talks About Her Upcoming Wedding Date and Why Her Fiancé Makes Her A Better Entrepreneur
Songwriter and reality TV star Kandi Burruss is on the cover of the March 31st issue of JET Magazine. Inside, she reflects on her successful career, her upcoming marriage, and […]
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 […]
Black Celebrity Chef Boots, Founder of Harlem Biscuit Company, Brings His Award-Winning Biscuits to Doorsteps Nationwide
Biscuit-lovers Can Savor Chef Boots’ Winning Dish on “Beat Bobby Flay” Season 38 Nationwide — Celebrity Chef Melvin “Boots” Johnson, founder of the famous Harlem Biscuit Company restaurant, has officially […]
Founder of "Spanish for Black Girls" to Host 7th Immersion Trip for Professional Black Women in Costa Rica
Spanish for Black Girls™ Celebrates Five Years of Transformative Spanish Immersion Experiences Designed for Professional Black Women Nationwide — As more professional women seek opportunities to expand globally, increase career […]
Spelman Graduate Returns to Her Hometown as a Teacher After Earning Prestigious Scholarship Award
Nationwide — The Andrea R. Lacy Grit Award Scholarship continues to recognize young leaders whose perseverance and commitment to service create meaningful impact in their communities. One of its earliest […]
When Children See Themselves in Books, Everything Changes — Dayton Book Fair Seeks Donations to Gift 400 Books
Third Annual Literacy Event Features Diverse Authors, Read-Alouds, Social-Emotional Learning Activities, and the Signature A Book in Every Bag™ Initiative Nationwide — The Third Annual When I See Me™ Children’s […]
Black-Led Organization, EmpowerED Outreach, Announces Free Juneteenth Freedom Fest at Robert Smith Family Park in Fate, Texas
Nationwide — After more than a year of planning and seeking approval, EmpowerED Outreach is proud to announce that Juneteenth Freedom Fest has officially been approved by the City of […]
Drake’s Dad, Dennis Graham, Opens Up About Lung Cancer After Being Mentioned on New Album
Nationwide — Drake’s father, Dennis Graham, has drawn attention after Drake revealed details about his health in new music from his album Iceman. Dennis later confirmed he had lung cancer in […]
Meet the Black Teacher Helping Her Students Learn Math Through Music With New Album Release
Nationwide — In a classroom where students of all ages are singing instead of memorizing, math is starting to make sense. Niah Spriggs, an African American educator in Oklahoma City, […]
Nicki Minaj Blames Barack Obama and Jay-Z for Her Support of President Trump
Nationwide — Nicki Minaj says her move toward President Donald Trump’s politics comes from disappointment with Barack Obama and a long-running personal and professional conflict with Jay-Z. She links those […]
1,000’s of Black Actors in Los Angeles Needed for Upcoming TV and Film Roles, Founder of Casting Platform Announces
Project Casting is inviting Black actors on the West Coast to apply for upcoming TV, film, and entertainment opportunities. Nationwide — Jonathan Browne, the Founder and CEO of Project Casting, […]
Man Who Stole Hard Drives With Beyoncé’s Unreleased Music Gets 2 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Kelvin Evans, the man who broke into a car and stole hard drives that contained Beyoncé’s unreleased music, has been sentenced in Atlanta, Georgia, after pleading guilty. He […]
58-Year-Old Jamie Foxx's Girlfriend Pregnant With Their First Baby Together
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx is expecting a child with his girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp. Reports say she is already several months pregnant, marking a new chapter for the couple after reconnecting […]
Memphis Grizzlies Player Brandon Clarke Dies At 29 of Possible Overdose
Nationwide — Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at 29 after being found at his California home on Monday evening. Authorities are investigating the circumstances, with early reports suggesting […]
Kevin Hart’s Media Company Hartbeat Hit by Internal Turmoil and Lawsuits
Nationwide — Kevin Hart’s entertainment company Hartbeat is facing internal turmoil after layoffs, lawsuits, and internal shakeups. Reports say the once fast-growing media firm is shrinking as projects stall and executives […]
Tamron Hall Reveals Why She Walked Away from $2 Million Contract With NBC
Nationwide — Television host and journalist Tamron Hall turned down a $2 million NBC contract after learning she would be removed from her roles at the network. She said the decision […]
Usher Launches Paid Internship Program for His Upcoming Tour With Chris Brown
Nationwide — Singer Usher has launched a paid internship program tied to his upcoming tour, giving aspiring music industry workers in Atlanta and Detroit a chance to join live production […]
Young Black Streamer Breaks Guinness World Record, Completes 12,412 Pull-Ups in 24 Hours
Nationwide — Xavier Dillard, a 22-year-old African American streamer from Virginia, set a new Guinness World Record by completing 12,412 pull-ups in 24 hours. He outperformed the previous mark during a […]
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 […]