Nationwide — A jury in Fulton County, Georgia, has awarded $2.25 million to the grieving parents of a baby who was decapitated during childbirth—and whose autopsy was later shared online […]
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28-Year-Old Black Woman Died Hours After Plastic Surgery in Miami
Nationwide — Ahmonique Miller, a 28-year-old African American mother from Las Vegas, died just hours after getting a Brazilian butt lift and liposuction in Miami, Florida, back in March. She […]
Wife of Eric Garner, Unarmed Black Man Killed By Police in 2014, Has Sadly Passed Away
Nationwide — Esaw Snipes-Garner, the widow of Eric Garner, whose death at the hands of New York police officers helped ignite a national movement for racial justice, has passed away […]
Black Woman's Life Tragically Ended After Drunk Driver Runs Red Light in North Carolina
Nationwide — Rashonda Greene, a 45-year-old African American woman from Gastonia, North Carolina, was killed Monday night when a suspected drunk driver ran a red light and crashed into her […]
Brain-Dead Pregnant Mom Delivers Her Baby, Will Now Be Taken Off Life Support
Nationwide — Adriana Smith, a 31-year-old pregnant African American woman from Georgia who had been brain dead for months, has finally given birth, and her family says she will now […]
Man Charged with 152 Counts for 12 Years of Sexually Abusing His Daughter, Three Children Born
Nationwide — Kenneth Ray Cook, who is from Raleigh County, West Virginia, reportedly sexually abused his daughter for 12 years, which led to the birth of three children. He now […]
Young Black Mom Charged After 2-Year-Old Son Accidentally Shoots Himself
Nationwide — Teasia Leonard, a young African American mother from Cincinnati, Ohio, is facing a child endangerment charge after her 2-year-old son was shot inside her home. Authorities believe the […]
16-Year-Old Black Student Wins Prestigious Scholarship for Her Contributions to Medical Drone Innovation
Nationwide — University Technical College (UTC) student Kande Sill, who writes under the pseudonym Kande S. Summers, a gifted 16-year-old student, has been awarded the highly competitive Arkwright Engineering Scholarship. […]
R. Kelly Reportedly Overdosed in Prison and Rushed to Hospital, His Lawyer Says
Nationwide — R. Kelly’s attorney is accusing federal prison officials of intentionally endangering the singer’s life by administering a near-fatal dose of medication while he was being held in solitary […]
2-Year-Old Missing Black Boy Found in East River, His Father Accused of Throwing Him
Nationwide — Montrell Williams, a 2-year-old African American boy from the Bronx, New York, was reported missing over a month ago. On Wednesday, police found a child’s body in the East […]
Black Pastor Shot His Wife, Then Killed Himself Outside Alabama Church
Nationwide — In 2020, Ulysses Woodard, an African American pastor from Mobile, Alabama, shocked his church community when he shot his wife, Prophetess Alisha Woodard, outside a church after a […]
Black Author Releases New Self-Help Book “Blame It on the Feel of Pain” About Detangling From Past Pain
Nationwide — Get ready for a transformational journey toward inner peace as indie author Max W. Miller’s new self-help release, Blame It On The Feel Of Pain, inspires readers in […]
Ananda Lewis, Former MTV Talk Show Host, Dies at 52
Nationwide — Ananda Lewis, the beloved former MTV VJ and talk show host, has passed away at the age of 52. Her sister, Lakshmi Lewis, confirmed her death in a […]
6-Year-Old Black Boy Burned By Water Fountain at His School Due to a Plumbing Mishap
Nationwide — Idris Ekeize, a 6-year-old African American boy from Orange, New Jersey, is recovering after suffering second-degree burns from drinking scalding water at his elementary school. According to his […]
Over Half of Black Women are Impacted by a Common, Intimacy-Related Infection
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine finds bacterial vaginosis (BV) recurrence drops significantly when male partners are treated, reshaping how healthcare providers and couples should […]
Jamie Foxx Tears Up During BET Awards Speech, Reflects on Near-Fatal Stroke
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx broke down in tears while accepting the Ultimate Icon Honor at the 2025 BET Awards, opening up about his near-fatal stroke in 2023, his long recovery, […]
Black Woman from Georgia Turns 100 Years Old, Still Does Her Own Grocery Shopping
Nationwide — Lelia Mae Williams, an African American woman from DeKalb County, Georgia, is celebrating having turned 100 years old with family and friends. Her loved ones say she remains […]
Black Couple Says Starbucks Refused to Give Them Water During Medical Emergency
Nationwide — Kevin Key and his wife, Nelisa, an African American couple from Richmond, Virginia, say a Starbucks worker refused to help them during a medical emergency because they didn’t […]
Father From Arizona Who Set His 2-Year-Old Daughter on Fire Dies in Prison
Nationwide — Shawn Ryan Grell, a man from Arizona who was sentenced to life for killing his 2-year-old daughter by setting her on fire, has died in a Tucson prison. […]
Black Mom From Ohio Upset After 10-Month-Old Baby Gets a Black Eye at Child Care
Nationwide — Kendra Small, an African American mother from Toledo, Ohio, is demanding answers after her 10-month-old daughter came home from child care with deep scratches and a black eye. […]
Black Neurologist Launches Natural Solution For Migraines Inspired by His Son’s Pain
Nationwide — For millions suffering in silence from chronic migraines, relief may finally be on the horizon. Dr. Kenneth Munnerlyn, an African American board-certified neurologist from Chicago, Illinois, has unveiled […]
HIV Positive Man Arrested for Sexually Assaulting an 8-Year-Old Boy. His Victim Just Tested Positive
Nationwide — Bobby McAffee, a 62-year-old African American man from St. Petersburg, Florida, who is HIV-positive, is facing charges for sexually assaulting an 8-year-old boy. Sadly, the child victim has […]
Tony Rose, NAACP Image Award-Winning Publisher and Pioneering Music Executive, Passes Away at 74
Nationwide — Tony Rose, acclaimed book publisher, pioneering music executive, Vietnam War veteran, and co-founder of the influential Boston Black music scene, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May […]
9-Year-Old Black Girl From California Dies After Being Put Under Anesthesia for Dental Surgery
Nationwide — Silvanna Moreno, a 9-year-old girl from Southern California, died hours after a dental procedure in March. An autopsy revealed she suffered from methemoglobinemia, a rare condition triggered by […]
Rihanna’s Father, Ronald Fenty, Has Sadly Died After a Brief Illness. He Was Only 70 Years Old
Nationwide — Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has died at age 70 after a brief illness, his family confirmed. He passed away early Saturday in Los Angeles, where relatives gathered to […]
Niko McKnight, Brian McKnight's Son Whom He Said Was "Born in Sin," Dies From Cancer
Nationwide — Niko McKnight, the son of R&B singer Brian McKnight and his ex-wife Julie, has died at the age of 33 following a two-year battle with cancer. The news […]
Black Mom From North Carolina Collapses, Dies While Attending Her Daughter's Graduation
Nationwide — Jean Byrd, an African American mother from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, collapsed from cardiac arrest just before she could see her daughter graduate from Parkland High School. She was […]
Tray Chaney, Actor From "The Wire," Home Destroyed in Georgia Tornado and His Son Was Thrown 300 Feet
Nationwide — Actor Tray Chaney, widely recognized for his role as Malik “Poot” Carr on HBO’s The Wire, has posted an emotional video on Instagram after a powerful tornado demolished […]
Meet the Woman Who Has Helped 1,000’s of People in Black Communities to Heal, Rest, and Reclaim Joy
Nationwide — As Mental Health Awareness Month shines a light on emotional well-being, one woman is transforming how communities of color understand healing — and the importance of joy. Dr. […]
Black Mom Regains Custody of Her Baby After "Medical Kidnapping" Case, But Still Faces Ridiculous Charges
Nationwide — Alandria Seabron and her husband, Quentin, two African American parents from Dallas, Texas, have finally regained custody of their baby girl after she was removed from their home […]
Founder of PHEN Joins Forces with Howard University and DMV Churches for Major Prostate Cancer Rally
Nationwide — Thomas A. Farrington, the President and Founder of Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN), whose mission is to eliminate the African American Prostate Cancer disparity, is holding a DMV […]
Black Parents of 4-Year-Old Boy Sadly Died in Separate Car Accidents Just Hours Apart
Nationwide — Alexus Lee and John “JR” Collins, an engaged African American couple from East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, were building a life together when tragedy struck and claimed both of […]
Black Woman Faces Murder Charges in Georgia After Ending Her Pregnancy
Nationwide — Alexia Moore, a 31-year-old African American woman from Kingsland, Georgia, has been charged with murder after taking pills to end her pregnancy. Authorities said her fetus survived for […]
4-Year-Old Black Girl Dies of Stabbing During Domestic Dispute, Her Dad Arrested
Nationwide — Zuri Dixon, a 4-year-old African American girl from Atlanta, Georgia, has sadly died after being stabbed during a domestic dispute at an apartment complex. Her father, Rashad Dixon, 34, […]
Man Knocks Out Crossing Guard After She Made Him Wait for Children to Cross the Street
Nationwide — A crossing guard in Darby, Pennsylvania, was knocked unconscious after a man attacked him while he was helping children cross the street outside an elementary school. The suspect […]
"Showtime at the Apollo" Co-Host Kiki Shepard Sadly Passes Away at 74
Nationwide — Kiki Shepard, best known as the co-host of Showtime at the Apollo, has died at 74 after a heart attack. She built a lasting legacy on television, the stage, […]
Black Man Shot By Police Left Dying as Ambulance First Treated White Cop Having an Anxiety Attack
Nationwide — Dyshan Best, an African American man from Bridgeport, Connecticut, was shot in the back by police during a foot chase and had to wait for over 10 minutes […]
5-Year-Old Black Girl Finally Receives Life-Saving Heart Transplant After Months in Hospital
Nationwide — Malia Croley, a 5-year-old African American girl from Lexington, Kentucky, received a life-saving heart transplant this week after months of battling a serious heart condition. The surgery gives […]
Entrepreneur Launches Free Hotline for Black Women Experiencing Hair Loss or Scalp Issues
Nationwide — Angela H. Brown, an African American hairstylist, entrepreneur, and veteran hair loss specialist with over 40 years of experience, has launched a free hotline for women struggling with […]
Master Midwife Shafia Monroe Releases Landmark Book Restoring the Legacy of Black Postpartum Care
Nationwide — Master midwife, maternal health elder, and national doula training pioneer Shafia M. Monroe, MPH, announces the publication of her new book, Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions, […]
Beloved Black Assistant Principal at School in Georgia Dies Unexpectedly
Nationwide — Dr. Taylar Williams, an assistant principal at an elementary school in Albany, Georgia, died unexpectedly, leaving students, staff, and the local community in deep mourning. She was known […]
Mom Names Her Baby After Police Officer Who Helped During Her Delivery
Nationwide — Kashanna Legette, an African American mother from New York City, went into labor before she could reach the hospital. Nearby police officers helped deliver her baby, and she […]
Body of 8-Year-Old Black Girl Found in a Suitcase, Her Mom Faces Murder Charges
Nationwide — Mila Chatman, an 8-year-old African American girl from Cleveland, Ohio, was found buried in a suitcase alongside her half-sister. Authorities have arrested their mother, Aliyah Henderson, 28, who […]
Black Mom Says Her Autistic Son Was Abused During Therapy Session
Nationwide — Diana Hernandez, a mother from West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking justice after her autistic, non-verbal son was allegedly abused at a therapy center. She wants the therapist […]
White House Doctor Explains President Trump's Neck Rash
Nationwide — President Trump appeared at a Medal of Honor ceremony Monday with a visible red rash on his neck, sparking speculation online. The White House quickly clarified that it […]
Deaf Black Woman Awarded $1.2M After Cop Violently Arrested Her for "Not Listening"
Nationwide — Andrea “Dre” Hollingsworth, an African American woman from Las Vegas, Nevada, who is deaf, won a $1.2 million settlement after a Nevada police officer violently pulled her from […]
Ray J’s Mom Speaks Out About His Condition, "It's Not Him Trying to Get Attention"
Nationwide — Ray J’s mom, Sonja Norwood, addressed rumors about her son’s health, confirming that his condition is serious and real. She asked fans to stop speculating and respect his privacy […]
Man Killed His Wife and Their 5 Children After Losing His Job
Nationwide — Ervin Antonio Lupoe, an African American father of five from Los Angeles, California, fatally shot his wife and children before taking his own life in 2009. He claimed […]
Black Man Gets Kidney Transplant from Brother After 8 Years on Dialysis
Nationwide — Keith Preston, a 55-year-old African American man who spent eight years on dialysis, finally received a kidney from his older brother, Willis Preston, 58. The transplant gave him […]
Black Mom Survives Heart Attack, Credits Her Daughter for Saving Her Life
Nationwide — B’Lon Calloway, a 42-year-old African American mother from Cleveland, Ohio, survived a sudden cardiac arrest at home thanks to her 15-year-old daughter, Mahogany Milton. Mahogany’s CPR, learned through the […]
Black Baby Makes History as the Largest Newborn Ever at a Hospital in New York
Nationwide — Terrica and Shawn, the parents of a newborn at Cayuga Medical Center, were surprised when their baby boy, Shawn Jr., arrived weighing 13 pounds, making him the largest baby […]
Black Teen Basketball Player Dies After Battling Bone Cancer Despite Amputation
Nationwide — Jayden Bailey, a 17-year-old African American high school basketball player from Lebanon, Tennessee, has sadly passed away after a years-long battle with bone cancer. Despite losing his left arm […]
Black Therapist Recognized as a Leading Expert Releases New Guide About the Challenges of Black Men
Nationwide — Licensed therapist and author Rodrego Way, LPC-S, LCDC, known as “The Therapy Coach,” announces the release of The Invisible Burden: Mental Health and Social Realities of Black Men, […]
Man Dies Saving a Passenger After His Car Got Stuck on Train Tracks
Nationwide — Brent Davis, a 38-year-old African American man from Atlanta, Georgia, tragically died after his car got stuck on railroad tracks, and he tried to save a passenger before […]
Former Nursing Home Manager Faces Charges for Stealing $300K from Residents
Nationwide — Christina Williams, who worked as an office manager at Venetian Gardens Nursing Home in Loveland, Ohio, has been accused of stealing more than $300,000 from over 50 residents. […]
White Man Who Shot His Black Wife 15 Times Because He Thought She Was Cheating Gets 50 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Brandon Dickerson, a 30-year-old white husband from Bryan, Texas, who killed his 23-year-old African American wife, Alexis Walls, in a jealous rage, has been sentenced to 50 years […]
Black Couple Mourns the Loss of Their Unborn Twin Babies While on a Cruise
Nationwide — Paris Singleton-Ajaero and her husband, John Ajaero, who are from Maryland, are grieving after losing their twin babies after Paris went into premature labor at 21 weeks during a […]
Black Doctor Launches New Educational Kit and Wellness App for Children to Address Health Inequity Among Minorities
Nationwide — As the nation commemorates Black History Month, a new initiative is answering Dr. King’s prophetic call by addressing one of the most persistent — and preventable — forms […]
Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Legend Who Marched With MLK, Dies at 84
Nationwide — The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in the modern civil rights movement, Baptist minister, and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at the age of 84, his […]
Black Mom’s Decomposed Body Found at Unlicensed Funeral Home
Nationwide — The family of Estella Washington, a 74-year-old African American woman from New York, found her body among dozens of remains at an unlicensed funeral home. The shocking discovery has […]
Black Boy with Severe Heart Condition Adopted by His Doctor
Nationwide — True, an African American boy from Omaha, Nebraska, was just 4 years old when he faced a major heart surgery alone. Born with a severe heart defect, he […]
Pregnant Black Woman Rescued From Sinking Car Then Gives Birth to a Healthy Baby Hours Later
Nationwide — Shedly Apollon, an African American woman from Fort Pierce, Florida, survived a crash that left her in a sinking car and then gave birth hours later. Logan Hayes, […]
Unarmed Black Mom Survives Being Shot Six Times By Police, Files $25M Lawsuit
Nationwide — Tracey Allen, an African American mother from Detroit, Michigan, survived being shot six times during a traffic stop and is now suing the officer involved and the city. She […]
Black Surrogate Mother Says She Was Misled by Chinese Parents With Dozens of Children
Nationwide — Tronderrica James, a 30-year-old African American surrogate mother from Nevada, says she was misled into carrying a baby for a Chinese couple now linked to more than 20 surrogate-born […]