Nationwide — Chappel Lee, an African American male nurse from Atlanta, Georgia, has been arrested nearly a year after allegedly raping 73-year-old patient Eva Lay while she was hospitalized in […]
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Couple Arrested After Their 11-Year-Old Daughter Gives Birth at Home
Nationwide — A couple from Muskogee, Oklahoma, is facing serious charges after an 11-year-old girl in their care gave birth at home. Authorities say the child, who was 36 weeks […]
Black Nonprofit Founder Launches Partnership to Ensure That Babies Who Lose Their Moms During Childbirth Still Receive Human Milk
15 Human Milk Banks partner with award-winning Maternal Health Advocate to provide immediate access to donor milk and to create an ounce-for-ounce national donation network for infants impacted by the […]
3-Year-Old Girl Still Fighting for Her Life After Surviving Car Crash in a Lake
Nationwide — A 3-year-old African American girl named Hailey from Spalding County, Georgia, is in critical condition after a car crash left her severely injured. The driver, her godmother Nafeeza […]
Rapper Lil Nas X Arrested, Hospitalized for Possible Overdose
Nationwide — Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles after allegedly assaulting a police officer. Hours earlier, witnesses reported him wandering around with hardly any clothes on Ventura Blvd. […]
Singer Tamar Braxton Says She Almost Died After Being Found in Pool of Her Own Blood
Nationwide — Tamar Braxton revealed she nearly died after a mysterious incident left her in a pool of blood with serious injuries. The singer said she fractured her nose, lost […]
Black Nurse Launches 100% Organic, Holistic Coffee Brand That Helps to Boost Mental Health
Nationwide — For millions of people, the day doesn’t truly begin until that first sip of coffee. But for Jessica Francois, founder of Heavenz Shroomz Coffee, that morning ritual is […]
State Closes NYC Daycare After 1-Year-Old Black Girl Drowns in Pool
Nationwide — River Edima Wilson, a 1-year-old African American girl from New York, drowned at a Bronx day care that had previously passed multiple state inspections with no reported issues. […]
Man Who Brutally Murdered 4 Students in Idaho Complains About Being Taunted in Prison
Nationwide — Bryan Kohberger, who was convicted of killing four University of Idaho students, is complaining about being harassed in prison just weeks after receiving multiple life sentences without parole. […]
A Black Mom's Instincts Led to an Early Diagnosis and Helped Save Her Son's Life
Nationwide — A recent medical scare in Montgomery, Texas, nearly cost 18-year-old Phillip Raglin his life — but thanks to his mother, Leslie Holts, the recent Montgomery High School graduate […]
12-Year-Old Boy Accidentally Shoots Himself, Rushed to Hospital and Dies
Nationwide — A tragic accident in Shreveport, Louisiana, has claimed the life of a 12-year-old African American boy named Caiden Smith, who authorities say accidentally shot himself in the chest […]
Results of Wendy Williams' Tests Confirm Her Original Diagnosis, She Has Dementia
Nationwide — Wendy Williams has undergone a new round of cognitive testing this week, and according to People, the results reaffirm her original medical diagnosis. While the full test details […]
Former Black Doctor Convicted for Performing Genital Exams at His Home Without a License
Nationwide — Rudel Saunders, a former African American doctor from Cincinnati, Ohio, was found guilty of illegally practicing medicine after luring men to his apartment for genital ultrasounds. Authorities said […]
North Carolina Black Grandma With 100+ Grandkids Turns 107 Years Old
Nationwide — Marjorie Lloyd Arnold, an African American grandmother from Raleigh, North Carolina, recently marked 107 years of life surrounded by loved ones. Born in 1918, she raised 10 children […]
Black Dad, Son, and Grandson United in Fight for a Life-Saving Kidney Transplant
Nationwide — Ben Howell, an African American father of three, a devoted husband for over 50 years, grandfather of two granddaughters, and most recently of a one-year-old grandson, is fighting […]
Actress Who Played Dee From "What's Happening" TV Sitcom Has Died at Age 60
Nationwide — Danielle Spencer, the beloved actress best known for her role as Dee Thomas on the 1970s ABC sitcom What’s Happening!!, has died at the age of 60. Spencer […]
12-Year-Old Black Girl Dies By Suicide While Being Supervised by 15 Nurses
Nationwide — Fifteen nurses at a children’s hospital in Spokane, Washington, have all been fired after a 12-year-old African American patient, Sarah Niyimbona, died by suicide despite being under 24-hour […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy Shot in the Face Released From Hospital After Two Months of Recovery
Nationwide — A two-year-old African American boy from Mobile, Alabama, who was shot in the head while sleeping next to his mother, is finally home after spending two months in […]
14-Year-Old Teen Allegedly Shot and Killed His Parents After an Argument
Nationwide — Trevor Lee, a 14-year-old African American teen from Middleburg, Florida, shot and killed his parents after an argument, then turned himself in at a nearby church, according to […]
Groundbreaking Documentary on HIV and Aging in the Black Community Now Streaming on Prime Video
Nationwide — After more than ten years in development, Even Me the Journey, the powerful feature documentary directed by Dr. Megan T. Ebor, is now available to stream on Prime […]
Black Woman Admitted to NYC Hospital Over 100 Days Ago, But Nobody Knows Who She Is
Nationwide — Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital in New York City is asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman of African descent who has remained hospitalized for more than […]
Black Patient May Become First Person in Louisiana to Be Cured of Sickle Cell Disease
Nationwide — Daniel Cressy, a 22-year-old African American man from New Orleans, Louisiana, is hoping to make history as the first person in the state to be cured of sickle […]
Black Woman Survivor of Boating Accident in Bahamas Released From Florida Hospital
Nationwide — Hannah Smith, a 22-year-old African American woman from Tennessee who survived a devastating accident in the Bahamas, has said an emotional goodbye to the South Florida hospital where […]
Black Mom's 3-Year-Old Son Beaten to Death By Her Boyfriend While She Was at a Job Interview
Nationwide — A St. Louis man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after admitting to fatally beating his girlfriend’s 3-year-old son in 2021. Timothy Robinson, 37, pleaded guilty […]
7-Year-Old Black Boy Found Dead Inside a Washing Machine After Eating His Parents' Snacks
Nationwide — A man from Harris County, Texas, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after his 7-year-old adopted son was found dead inside a washing machine. Jermaine Thomas, […]
38-Year-Old Black Man Sadly Died During a Hair Transplant Procedure in Turkey
Nationwide — Martyn Latchman, a 38-year-old man of African descent from Buckinghamshire, England, sadly passed away following complications related to a hair transplant procedure in Istanbul, Turkey. Latchman underwent surgery […]
Black Mom Seeks Answers After 2-Year-Old Son Dies From Choking at Daycare
Nationwide — The family of a 2-year-old boy, Saunti Cooke, who died after choking on food at a New Britain, Connecticut day care, is demanding answers and accountability. His mother […]
Black Nonprofit Celebrates 15 Years of Holistic Healing with Susan L. Taylor as Honorary Chair at Milestone Anniversary Event
Nationwide — The Noble Touch, a pioneering nonprofit holistic wellness organization, will host its 15th Anniversary Celebration on September 20, 2025, at Weeksville Heritage Center, 158 Buffalo Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, […]
4-Year-Old Black Twins Died in House Fire After Being Trapped Upstairs
Nationwide — Lathan and Langston, 4-year-old African American twins from Nashville, Tennessee, sadly died after a fire trapped them inside their home. The fire started on the patio, spread quickly, […]
Black Cancer Survivor Releases Her 4th Novel for Young Adults
Nationwide — At a time when all seemed lost, swept into a dismal world of doctors and chemo while the outside world seemed out of her grasp, cancer patient and […]
Black Entrepreneur Receives 2025 CREA Global Award for Innovation in Relationship Wellness and Holistic Healing
Nationwide — Acclaimed wellness entrepreneur, author, and retreat founder Versandra Kennebrew has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2025 CREA Global Award, presented by Brainz Magazine. The award honors […]
Black Deputy Killed in Ambush While Responding to 911 Call for a Domestic Dispute
Nationwide — Elijah Ming, an African American deputy from Kansas City, Missouri, was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance. Authorities say he was ambushed by a gunman […]
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 […]
New Documentary Exposes the Maternal Health Crisis in Michigan, Highlights Community Doulas as the “Frontline Defense” for Black Mothers
Nationwide — As the United States continues to grapple with the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations, a new documentary released by The New Citizens Press Community Action Network […]
Black Lawyer Announces 2026 Expansion Focused on Power, Intellectual Property, and Women's Strategic Leverage
Nationwide — Tiffany Michelle Simmons, known as The Plug’s Lawyer, is entering 2026 with a sharpened focus: transforming legal expertise into scalable intellectual property for women who already hold influence […]
Black Mom Suing Hospital for Mistakenly Telling Her That Her Newborn Baby Had Died
Nationwide — LaChunda Hunter, an African American woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, is suing a hospital after staff told her newborn daughter had died, only for a doctor to later […]
Missing 18-Year-Old Black Teen Found Dead Outside During Snowstorm, Possibly Froze to Death
Nationwide — Yadira Hernandez Castro, an 18-year-old Afro Latina girl from Concord, North Carolina, was found dead two days after going missing during a winter storm. Authorities say alcohol and freezing […]
Black Teen Shot in the Face Gets Her Jaw Reconstructed with AI and 3D Printing
Nationwide — Mya Buie, a 17-year-old African American girl from West Des Moines, Iowa, was shot in the face and nearly lost her jaw. However, doctors were able to use […]
16-Year-Old Black Girl Tragically Shot Dead in Her Home by Another Teen
Nationwide — Jazariah Del Toro, a 16-year-old African American teen from New Brunswick, New Jersey, was shot and killed in her home on Tuesday. Authorities say another 16-year-old boy, who […]
Black Teacher, Mom of 2, Dies Suddenly After Risky Plastic Surgery in Costa Rica
Nationwide — Regina Brumley Kerr, a 45-year-old African American mother and teacher who was living in Costa Rica, tragically passed away after complications from a tummy tuck and liposuction. She […]
White Couple Sues Fertility Clinic After the Wife Gives Birth to a Black Baby
Nationwide — A couple from Orlando, Florida, is suing a fertility clinic after a DNA test showed their newborn baby is not genetically related to them. They claim a mix-up […]
Black Man, 86, Dies from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning During Winter Storm
Nationwide — Alvin Mayweather, an 86-year-old African American man from Shreveport, Louisiana, sadly passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning during a winter storm, authorities said. He was found in his […]
Rapper Ye Apologizes for Antisemitic Behavior, Blames it on His Mental Health
Nationwide — Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has apologized for his antisemitic actions, including selling swastika T-shirts and making offensive statements. He said he wants forgiveness from those he […]
93-Year-Old Black Grandma Froze to Death Outside Just a Block Away from Her Home
Nationwide — Neather Kelly, a 93-year-old African American woman from Orangeburg County, South Carolina, was found dead in the freezing cold just a block from her home after leaving during […]
Three Black American Siblings Sadly Killed in Car Accident During Family Vacation in Kenya
Nationwide — Three Black American siblings, Emmanuel DeLeon, Kairu Winkelpleck, and Njeri DeLeon, tragically died in a devastating car crash during a family vacation in Kenya. The crash killed two […]
13-Year-Old Black Girl Jumped to Her Death, Her Mom Blames the Child-Welfare System
Nationwide — Jade Smith, a 13-year-old African American girl from Brooklyn, New York, died in January 2023 after jumping from the Brooklyn Bridge. Her mother says the city’s child-welfare system […]
10-Month-Old Black Baby Still Struggling with Botulism Linked to ByHeart Formula
Nationwide — Ashaan Carter, an African American baby from Portland, Oregon, is still fighting infant botulism after consuming ByHeart formula, which was later recalled nationwide. He remains on a feeding tube […]