Nationwide — Tasha Lawson, an African American mother from Hazlehurst, Georgia, died on April 13th, just days after her 20-year-old son, Tee’Andrick Lawson, was found beaten to death in his […]
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Bodies of Six Women Found Dead in One Week, Serial Killer Suspected
Nationwide — Serial killer suspicions are growing online after six bodies were found across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island within five weeks. While police say the cases are unrelated, the […]
Father Says His 11-Year-Old Daughter was Beaten and Dragged at School By Her Bully's Mom
Nationwide — William Spencer, an African American father from Clairton, Pennsylvania, says his 11-year-old daughter was attacked outside Clairton Elementary School by the mother of a 7-year-old boy who had […]
George Bell, Once the Tallest Man in the United States, Sadly Dies at 67
Nationwide — George Bell, who was once the tallest man in the United States at 7 feet, 8 inches, has died at age 67. He was remembered for his kindness […]
97-Year-Old Black Woman Froze to Death, Her Daughter Allegedly Intentionally Left Her in the Cold
Nationwide — The death of 97-year-old Corrye Brewer, an African American woman from El Paso County, Colorado woman who succumbed to hypothermia in January, has been officially ruled a homicide […]
Meet the Black Professor Making History Using Her Children's Book to Speak Out About Rape
Nationwide — The month of April has been designated as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway has released her new book Little Miss Linda Speaks Out About […]
9-Year-Old Black Boy Dies, Swept Away by Floodwaters on His Way to School
Nationwide — Gabriel Andrews, a 9-year-old African American boy from Frankfort, Kentucky, died after floodwaters swept him away while walking to his school bus stop. His death has left his […]
2-Year-Old Black Girl Dies After Being Bitten By Fire Ants, Parents Sue Hospital
Nationwide — The parents of Maya Getahun, a 2-year-old girl from Gwinnett County, Georgia, are suing Piedmont Eastside Medical Center after their daughter died following a severe allergic reaction. They […]
Former MLB Baseball Player Octavio Dotel Dies in Nightclub Roof Collapse in Dominican Republic
Nationwide — Former Major League Baseball pitcher Octavio Dotel has sadly died after being trapped in the rubble following the collapse of a nightclub roof in the Dominican Republic early […]
Florida Black Mom of 4 Killed By Her Husband After Filing For Divorce
Nationwide — A Florida man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after allegedly fatally shooting his wife shortly after she filed for divorce. Lamar Bryant, 41, is accused […]
Nightclub Roof Collapses in Dominican Republic, 18 People Killed Including Governor
Nationwide — At least 18 people have died and more than 120 others were injured after the roof of a popular nightclub called Jet Set collapsed early Tuesday in Santo […]
Black Mental Health Professional’s Book “Just Add Sugar to Make Lemonade” Offers a Sweet, Structured Path to Managing Anxiety
Nationwide — Just Add Sugar to Make Lemonade: Transform Anxiety into Positivity by seasoned mental health professional Whitney Coleman, LICSW, LCSW-C, has officially hit Amazon Bestseller status, resonating with readers […]
Four Deputies From the Same Sheriff's Office in Texas All Committed Suicide Within 6 Weeks
Nationwide — The Harris County Sheriff’s Office in Texas is grappling with the aftermath of four deputy suicides in just six weeks, deeply affecting both active and retired officers. These […]
Mississippi Man Sentenced for Stabbing His Paralyzed Father to Death
Nationwide — Kristopher BoClair, an African American man from Jackson, Mississippi, has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for stabbing his father, Kenneth BoClair, who was paralyzed and bedridden.
Meet the Black Woman Empowering Others, Using Her Own Trauma to Advocate for Mental Health
Nationwide — Necia Brunson, a 31-year-old inspirational African American woman professionally known as Necia B., is using her voice to spark healing across the country. A Philadelphia native who grew […]
Black Mom of 4 with Breast Cancer Launches TV Show to Inspire Others
By Prattay Mazumdar Nationwide — The first time Linda Washington spoke about her breast cancer, she never expected that her words would become a lifeline for thousands. In the quiet […]
Phoenix Police Officers Who Brutally Attacked Deaf Black Man Suspended For One Day
Nationwide — Three Phoenix police officers involved in the violent arrest of Tyron McAlpin, an African American man who is deaf and has cerebral palsy, have been disciplined one year […]
Black Woman Injured in Jamaica Dolphin Accident, Family Seeks Help
Nationwide — Cierra Stockard, an African American woman from Nashville, Tennessee, is recovering in Jamaica after a dolphin swimming accident during her spring break vacation. The fall caused significant injury, […]
Families of 3 Women Found Dead in Belize Hotel Speak Out After Cause of Death Is Confirmed
Nationwide — Kaoutar Naqqad, 23, Imane Mallah, 24, and Wafae El-Arar, 26 — three young women from Revere, Massachusetts — tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning while vacationing in Belize […]
Mia Love, America's First Black Republican Woman in Congress, Dies at 49
Nationwide — Mia Love, an African American woman who became the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died on March 23rd at the age of 49 after a three-year […]
35-Year-Old Black Mom of 5 Dies After Long Battle with Terminal Cancer
Nationwide — Kourtni Smith, an African American mother of five children from PG County, Maryland, has sadly passed away in hospice care, surrounded by family. Diagnosed with Stage 3 invasive […]
George Foreman, Boxing Legend and Entrepreneur, Sadly Dies at 76
Nationwide — George Edward Foreman Sr., the two-time heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist who became a beloved household name through his bestselling George Foreman Grill, has died at […]
Nick Cannon Says He Wants to Have More Kids Despite Already Having 12
Nationwide — Nick Cannon, the 44-year-old TV host and entertainer, has expressed he is still open to expanding his family. Despite already having 12 children with six different women, Cannon […]
Comedian Tracy Morgan Gets Sick at New York Knicks Game, Taken Away in a Wheelchair
Nationwide — Tracy Morgan experienced a medical emergency while attending the New York Knicks’ game against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 17. The 56-year-old comedian […]
26-Year-Old YouTuber "P2istheName" Dies After Collapsing, He Had 4M Subscribers
Nationwide — Philip Enewally, a 26-year-old African American YouTuber who called himself “P2istheName”, has died unexpectedly at the age of 26 after collapsing in front of his L.A. apartment. Authorities […]
19-Year-Old Black Twin Brothers Found Dead in Georgia, Family Rejects Murder-Suicide Theory
Nationwide — Twin brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis were found dead with gunshot wounds on Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, Georgia on March 8th, with authorities suggesting a […]
NYC Man Caught on Video Eating Dead Rat on Bronx Sidewalk
Nationwide — An African American man in New York City shocked passersby when he was seen eating a dead rat off a Bronx sidewalk. A witness filmed him dissecting the […]
Tyler Perry Demands Answers During Singer Angie Stone's Funeral Service
Nationwide — Filmmaker Tyler Perry delivered an emotional eulogy at Angie Stone’s funeral, calling out the music industry for failing the late singer. The service, held at Word of Faith […]
Tiger Woods Tears Achilles While Training, Undergoes Surgery
Nationwide — Tiger Woods is facing another setback in his comeback journey. The 49-year-old golf icon announced on Tuesday that he tore his Achilles while training for the upcoming PGA […]
Wendy Williams Passes Hospital Evaluation, to Appear on "The View" For First Time in 4 Years
Nationwide — Wendy Williams has announced that she successfully passed a medical evaluation after being hospitalized for a wellness check. The 60-year-old former talk show host was removed from her […]
Tony! Toni! Toné! Group Member D'Wayne Wiggins Dead at 64 After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — D’Wayne Wiggins, a founding member and guitarist of the iconic R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, has passed away at the age of 64. His family confirmed the news […]
Black Congressman Sylvester Turner Dies After Attending Trump's State of the Union Address
Nationwide — Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner, who was also the former mayor of Houston, Texas, has died at 70 years old, just two months after joining Congress. He was hospitalized […]
Meet the Former Bank Security Guard Who Now Helps Save Lives as a Birth Doula
Nationwide — Teddy Gant Jr., a 30-year-old African American man from Houston, Texas, left his job as a bank security guard to become a certified full-spectrum doula. As a male doula […]
Black Family Says Funeral Home Mistakenly Cremated Their Mom and Mixed Up Her Body
Nationwide — The family of Kimberly Moore, an African American woman who died at 61 years old, says a funeral home in Detroit, Michigan, showed them another woman’s body during […]
Man Who Helped Pregnant Woman Escape Burning Apartment May Lose Both of His Legs
Nationwide — Brian Jackson, an African American man from Riverside, California, is recovering from serious injuries after trying to help a pregnant woman escape a burning apartment complex. He underwent emergency […]
Mom Gets 13 Years For "Accidentally" Putting Her Newborn Baby in Oven Instead of Crib
Nationwide — Mariah Thomas, a 28-year-old African American mother from Kansas City, Missouri, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to the death of her 1-month-old […]
21-Year-Old HBCU Student Sadly Dies While Saving His Sister From Drowning While Kayaking
Nationwide — Dorian Jackson, an African American man from Greensboro, is being remembered by his family as a hero after he died while saving his younger sister from drowning during a […]
Lionel Richie Hospitalized for the Third Time Due to Heart Issues, 3 Tour Dates to Be Canceled
Nationwide — Legendary singer and songwriter Lionel Richie has been hospitalized again for an ongoing heart problem, forcing him and Earth, Wind & Fire to cancel three upcoming shows on their […]
Powerful Addiction Drama "Liquor Bank" Begins Limited Theatrical Run at Laemmle Monica Film Center
Based on a true story, Marcellus Cox’s acclaimed short film explores relapse, accountability and the life-changing power of refusing to give up on someone Nationwide — Liquor Bank, the emotionally […]
White Man From Texas Arrested After 5-Year-Old Black Girl Killed in Road Rage Shooting
Nationwide — Zah’layah Walter, a 5-year-old African American girl from Texas, was killed after someone allegedly opened fire on her family’s car in a suspected road rage shooting. Her mother […]
Sister Betsy Jean Farrakhan, Louis Farrakhan's Oldest Daughter, Sadly Dies at 72
Nationwide — Sister Betsy Jean Farrakhan, the eldest daughter of Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan, has died after spending decades serving the organization. She was known for her leadership […]
Meet the Black Grandmother Behind a Patented Plush Toy That Supports Children With Autism, ADHD and Anxiety
Nationwide — A simple wish from a granddaughter — “Nanna, I wish you could be here every night to read to me” — inspired Annette Bentley-Smith, an African American grandmother […]
White Cop Finally Charged For Hitting 9-Month Pregnant Black Woman While She Was Handcuffed
Nationwide — Carri Carrico, a former police officer from Buckeye, Arizona, is facing two felony aggravated assault charges after video footage captured her using force against people in custody, including a […]
Black Twin Sisters Born Joined at the Head Successfully Separated After Rare Surgery
Nationwide — Twin sisters Hiyab and Wuhbto, who were born joined at the head, have been successfully separated after doctors at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, […]
20-Year-Old Mom Charged After Her Newborn Baby Found Dead in Trash Bag Where She Worked
Nationwide — Stephanie Ubaldo, a 20-year-old woman from Perry, Iowa, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police found a newborn girl dead inside a trash container at […]
4-Year-Old Black Girl May Never Walk Again After Being Shot While Sleeping Inside Her Home
Nationwide — Diahmonii Hope, a 4-year-old African American girl from Cincinnati, Ohio, is still recovering in the hospital after she was shot twice in the back while sleeping inside her […]
7-Year-Old Black Girl With Special Needs Dies After Being Found Unresponsive on School Bus
Nationwide — Ngone Talla, a 7-year-old African American girl from Cincinnati, Ohio, died after she was found unresponsive in her wheelchair on a school bus Wednesday, prompting a police investigation […]
Daycare Bus Driver Charged in 6-Year-Old Girl’s Death Admits She Skipped Bus Check Because She Was Hot
Nationwide — Tametria Norry, one of three daycare workers charged in the death of 6-year-old Winter Jones, reportedly said she skipped a required bus check because “she was hot.” The […]
Former NBA Star Mike Sweetney Who Played for the New York Knicks Dies at 43
Nationwide — Former Georgetown basketball star Mike Sweetney, who became a first-round NBA draft pick after an impressive college career, has died at 43. His wife, India, announced his death […]
11-Year-Old Black Girl From Georgia Dies After Collapsing Following Basketball Practice
Nationwide — Emanuela Datsa, an African American sixth-grade student from Dunwoody, Georgia, sadly passed away last week after collapsing following a school basketball practice. The 11-year-old Peachtree Middle School student […]
2-Year-Old Black Girl Needed Two Surgeries After Fire Extinguisher Falls on Her Foot at Daycare
Nationwide — Jynesis Daniel, a 2-year-old African American girl from McDonough, Georgia, lost one of her toes after a fire extinguisher reportedly fell from a wall and severely injured her […]
18-Year-Old Black College Student Dies After Being Dropped Off at Hospital Following Fraternity Event
Nationwide — Anthony Joseph Blas, an 18-year-old African American college student from California, died after he was taken to a hospital in an unresponsive condition. The Cal State Fullerton student had […]
Gladys Knight’s Son Says Her Husband is Pushing Her to Keep Touring "Until She Passes Away"
Nationwide — Gladys Knight continues to perform onstage despite saying she plans to cut back on touring, a decision that has intensified a public dispute between her son, Shanga Hankerson, and […]
Black Health Experts and Pioneers in Sickle Cell Disease to Convene at 2026 Annual Convention
Nationwide — The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc., a national nonprofit organization that advocates for people affected by sickle cell disease, will hold its 54th annual national convention […]
Black Soldier Dies on Post After Sudden Illness, His Father Asks "Why Didn't Anyone Call a Medic?"
Nationwide — Leroy Stroud Jr., an African American soldier from Fort Hood near Killeen, Texas, sadly passed away in August after reportedly becoming seriously ill following a day of duty. […]
President of Tanzania Mourns the Death of Her Husband Who Was Receiving Heart Treatment
Nationwide — Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died at 71 while receiving treatment for a heart condition in Zanzibar. His death has prompted […]
Black Mom Who Gave Birth to Mixed Triplets on Their Father's Birthday Almost Broke a Record
Nationwide — Nyla Craft, an African American mom from Torrance, California, welcomed a rare set of mixed triplets earlier this month, with the three boys weighing a combined 19 pounds […]
Black Woman From Kansas Who Raised Almost Ten Children Turns 107 Years Old
Nationwide — Mason Byrd, an African American woman from Kansas City, Missouri, has turned 107 years old surrounded by the family she helped raise. Born in 1919, Byrd has spent […]
Actress Carla Jeffery, Best Known for Her Role in Disney's "Zombies," Has Died at 33
Nationwide — Disney Channel actress Carla Jeffery, best known for playing Bree in the “Zombies” franchise, has died at 33. Her talent management company confirmed her death in a statement […]
Cassandra Wilson, Two-Time Grammy Jazz Singer, Has Sadly Passed Away at 70
Nationwide — Cassandra Wilson, the two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, songwriter and producer, has died at 70. The Mississippi native died Tuesday morning at her home in Jackson, surrounded by […]
9-Year-Old Black Girl With Sickle Cell Recovering After Five-Hour Brain Surgery
Nationwide — Zoey Jones, a 9-year-old African American girl from Birmingham, Alabama, is recovering after undergoing successful brain surgery to treat Moyamoya disease, a rare complication linked to sickle cell […]
7-Year-Old Black Boy Still in Coma After Being Hit By a Truck While Walking to School Bus
Nationwide — A 7-year-old African American boy, Aiden, remains in a medically induced coma after he was struck by a truck Friday morning while he was crossing a highway to […]
Actor Michael Wright, Known For His Role in "The Five Heartbeats," Dies at 70
Nationwide — Michael Wright, best known for starring in “The Five Heartbeats” and “Sugar Hill,” has died at age 70 in Los Angeles. His family said he suffered heart failure […]
Black Surrogate Mom Who Refused to Abort Baby With Heart Defect is Now in a Custody Fight With the Biological Parents
Nationwide — McKenna West, an African American surrogate mother, remains at the center of a custody fight as the newborn she carried remains in critical condition after complex heart surgery. […]