Nationwide — A horrifying tragedy has shaken the town of La Plata in southern Colombia, where a 5-year-old boy named Yosuar Smith Cabrera Caicedo was brutally beaten to death by […]
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4-Year-Old Black Girl Came Home From School With High Blood Alcohol Levels, Parents Demand Answers
Nationwide — The family of a 4-year-old African American girl from Prichard, Alabama, who was found nearly unresponsive at school, is demanding answers after doctors discovered her blood alcohol content […]
Pregnant Black Mom Fatally Shot in the Back in Front of Her 4 Daughters
Nationwide — Christina Lynn Rentchler, a 35-year-old African American mother from St. Louis, Missouri, was shot and killed in front of her four daughters on April 23rd. The suspect, Vanier […]
Former First Lady Michelle Obama Says She’s in Therapy and Prioritizing Herself
Nationwide — Michelle Obama revealed she’s in therapy and finally focusing on herself, now that her daughters are grown and her time in the political spotlight is over.
This Black Entrepreneur’s Haircare Line is Restoring Confidence — One Drop at a Time
Nationwide — For LaShawn Johnson, healing hair isn’t just about beauty — it’s about dignity. Her company, Sires Crown Natural Hair Essentials, began with a simple act of love: treating […]
Black College Professor Speaks Out About How She Uses Her Children's Book to Promote Mental Health Awareness
Nationwide — May is deemed Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway, a Professor at Alabama State University, has taken a personal call to duty to speak out about […]
23-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Stabbed to Death Days Before Her Graduation
Nationwide — Tamilore Odunsi, a 23-year-old British nursing student who had moved to Houston, Texas to pursue her degree, was tragically stabbed to death just days before she was set […]
10-Year-Old Black Girl Dies When Tree Falls on Her Family's Home in Atlanta
Nationwide — A devastating tragedy struck a southwest Atlanta neighborhood early Saturday morning when a massive tree crashed through the roof of a family’s home, killing 10-year-old A’erica Shukai Dixon […]
Teen Who Killed Her Newborn Baby Sentenced 35 to 60 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Chloe Coplen-Anderson, an 18-year-old from Sheridan County, Nebraska, has been sentenced to 35 to 60 years in prison after pleading no contest to second-degree murder in the 2023 […]
Black Teen Dancing on Top of SUV Tragically Dies After Falling, Struck by Fire Truck
Nationwide — Nyla Simmons, an 18-year-old African American teen from St. Louis, Missouri, tragically died Saturday night after falling off the roof of a moving SUV and being hit by […]
11-Year-Old Black Girl Found Dead in River Two Weeks After Attending a Birthday Party
Nationwide — Kaliyah Coa, an 11-year-old Black girl from the UK, has been confirmed dead after falling into a river on March 31. Her body was found nearly two weeks […]
Black-Owned Healthcare Firm Seeks to Hire Licensed Mental Health Therapists in Maryland
Nationwide — In response to the growing demand for culturally competent mental health services, the National Association of Maryland Therapists (NAMT), a Black-owned healthcare talent acquisition organization, is now hiring […]
Black Couple Sues Child Protective Services For Taking Their Newborn Baby
Nationwide — Rodney and Temecia Jackson, an African American couple from Dallas, Texas, are suing the state after their newborn daughter was taken from them in 2023 when they chose […]
Patient Being Transported in an Ambulance Reportedly Kills Paramedic
Nationwide — Shanetta Bossell, a 39-year-old African American woman from Kansas City, Missouri, is facing a first-degree murder charge after allegedly stabbing and killing 29-year-old Graham Hoffman, a local firefighter […]
21-Year-Old Black College Football Player Dies After Accidentally Shooting Himself
Nationwide — Todric McGee, a 21-year-old African American college student and football player from Missouri, tragically passed away on April 19th after accidentally shooting himself at home. Police confirmed the […]
Black Corrections Officer Sadly Killed by Lightning Strike While Fishing
Nationwide — Santonio Catoe, a 39-year-old African American husband, father, and corrections officer from Maury, North Carolina, died after a lightning strike hit him while fishing. He tragically became the […]
11-Year-Old Boy Dies By Suicide After Alleged Bullying By Teacher, Parents Sue School Board
Nationwide — In Ocala, Florida, the parents of 10-year-old Louis Johnson III, known as “LJ,” have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Marion County School Board, nearly two years […]
Black Mom and Daughter, Both Kidney Transplant Survivors, Graduate Together From Nursing School
Nationwide — Nija Butler and her daughter, Ambrealle, who are from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, have recently graduated from nursing school together after both underwent life-saving kidney transplants. Their journey brought […]
Actress Taraji P. Henson Says Being a Single Mom "Almost Broke" Her
Nationwide — Taraji P. Henson recently opened up on Michelle Obama’s podcast about the hardships she faced as a single mother. She revealed that raising her son, Marcell Johnson, alone […]
Black Dad and His 6-Year-Old Son Die in Tragic Fishing Accident in Virginia
Nationwide — A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded near Richmond, Virginia when Danny Sumner, a 37-year-old African American father and his six-year-old son, Donovan, lost their lives during a father-son fishing trip. […]
Gilbert Arenas’ Son Alijah Rescued From Burning Vehicle After Crashing in LA
Nationwide — Basketball prodigy Alijah Arenas was rushed to the hospital after a fiery crash involving a burning Tesla Cybertruck in L.A.’s San Fernando Valley. A bystander’s video shows Arenas […]
Father and Stepmother Arrested After 3-Year-Old Son Found Buried
Nationwide — A 3-year-old boy’s father and stepmother were arrested after the boy was allegedly beaten to death in January and secretly buried in Lake, Mississippi. Authorities found the body […]
Black Mom Dies Days After Son’s Murder, Family Says Heartbreak Was the Cause
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 […]
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 […]
8-Year-Old Black Girl One of Four Killed in Birthday Party Shooting in Stockton, California
Nationwide — Maya Lupian, an 8-year-old African American girl from Stockton, California, was among four people killed in a mass shooting at a birthday party. She was just two weeks […]
Black Psychologist Releases Two Transformational Books to Heal, Empower, and Uplift Our Community
Nationwide — Celebrated clinical psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Gloria Morrow has released two powerful books that are already sparking conversations, healing hearts, and igniting personal transformation: Becoming A Brand […]
Black Mom Says Her Pregnant Daughter Was Ignored While in Active Labor Because of Paperwork
Nationwide — Kashena Manuel says her daughter, Kiara, faced dangerous delays at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, while in active labor. Videos she recorded show staff prioritizing paperwork […]
HBCU Grad and AKA Member Tangela Q. Parker Joins Planned Parenthood Southeast as Senior Vice President of External Affairs
Nationwide — Planned Parenthood Southeast (PPSE) has appointed Tangela Q. Parker as Senior Vice President of External Affairs, bringing a powerful blend of healthcare leadership, brand strategy, and community advocacy […]
Pregnant 19-Year-Old Black Teen Dies in Thanksgiving Car Crash, Her Mom Critically Hurt
Nationwide — Jaylah Donald, a 19-year-old African American pregnant woman from Newton County, Georgia, died in a late-night crash that also left her mother in critical condition. Troopers said an […]
California Hospital Seeks Public's Help to Identify Black Patient They've Been Treating
Nationwide — California Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, is asking for the public’s help to identify a man who has been receiving medical care for several days with […]
Officers Avoid Jail Time After Black Man Paralyzed During ‘Rough Ride’ In Police Van Without Seatbelt
Nationwide — Richard “Randy” Cox, an African American man from New Haven, Connecticut, who was left paralyzed while in police custody, continues to see the legal fallout of his case […]
11-Year-Old Black Boy Dies in Front of His Mom After Doctor Said He Had a "Virus"
Nationwide — Frankie-Rae Law, an 11-year-old boy from Braintree, England, died suddenly in front of his family only hours after doctors assured his mother that his sore throat was “just […]
70-Year-Old Black Cancer Survivor Reveals How She Reclaimed Her Hair and Her Life With Plant-Based Products
Nationwide — At 70 years young, Annie Harrison, a vibrant African American woman, has faced double-negative Breast Cancer not once, but twice. Her journey through diagnosis, surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy […]
Georgia Family Celebrates 1-Year-Old Black Girl Who Beat Kidney Cancer
Nationwide — Calayah, a 1-year-old African American girl from North Druid Hills, Georgia, who has spent most of her short life fighting kidney cancer, celebrated a major milestone at the […]
Devoted Black Husband of 30 Years and Dad of 4 Tells His Powerful Story in New Memoir “Gotta Laugh to Keep from Crying”
Nationwide — Author, educator, and urban scholar Duane Bowser, also known as The Black Dot, announces the release of his highly anticipated memoir, Gotta Laugh to Keep from Crying: I […]
Hospital Fires Doctor and Nurse Who Denied Pregnant Black Mom Who Gave Birth in Her Car
Nationwide — Franciscan Health Crown Point, a hospital in northwest Indiana, has taken the drastic step of firing both the doctor and nurse involved in the care of 38-year-old Mercedes […]
Actor/Singer Donald Glover Reveals He Had a Stroke Last Year
Nationwide — Fans of Donald Glover—the award-winning actor, writer, musician, and director also known by his stage name Childish Gambino—were stunned when he finally revealed the real reason behind the […]
Former NBA Star Rodney Rogers Has Sadly Passed Away at 54
Nationwide — Former NBA forward Rodney Rogers, a beloved 54-year-old basketball star from Durham, North Carolina, has passed away, according to an announcement from Wake Forest University, where he first […]
Black Mom Charged With Attempted Murder for Trying to Terminate Her Pregnancy
Nationwide — Jocelyn Byrum, a 20-year-old African American woman from South Carolina, now faces serious charges after police said she tried to end her pregnancy without medical help. Investigators said […]
Beyoncé Fan Who Went Viral Dies at 25, Just Months Before Her Wedding
Nationwide — Sydney Hardeman, who went viral in 2019 for her stunned reaction to Beyoncé’s Coachella performance, has died at 25. Her family says she took her own life, leaving […]
New York Jets Cornerback Kris Boyd Shot in NYC, Hospitalized in Critical Condition
Nationwide — New York Jets player Kris Boyd is in critical condition after being shot early Sunday morning in Midtown Manhattan. Police are actively searching for the suspect, and no […]
Jesse Jackson Remains Hospitalized, is Receiving Life-Support Assistance
Nationwide — Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, 84, a legendary African American leader from Chicago and one of the most influential figures of the modern civil rights movement, is […]
A Hospital Needs Help Identifying Two Patients Hooked Up to Breathing Tubes
Nationwide — Los Angeles General Medical Center is asking the public to help identify two unconscious men on breathing tubes who have been treated there this week after arriving without […]
Black Mom of 3 Transforms from 800 Pounds to Nearly 300 Pounds, Looks Completely Different
Nationwide — Marla McCants, an African American woman who once weighed nearly 800 pounds, has lost almost 500 pounds and completely transformed her life. Today, she thrives as a motivational speaker, […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy Dies After Doctor's Decimal Error Leads to Fatal Overdose
Nationwide — De’Markus Page, a 2-year-old African American boy from Ocala, Florida, died after a doctor allegedly removed a decimal point in his prescription, causing him to receive ten times […]
Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Has Been Hospitalized at 84
Nationwide — Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, 84, has been hospitalized and is under observation for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder he has been managing for […]
NFL Player Marshawn Kneeland Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound, Texted Family Goodbye
Nationwide — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away early Thursday morning at the age of 24, following what authorities describe as an apparent mental health crisis that […]
Man Gets 20 Years in Prison After 2-Year-Old Daughter Dies of Fentanyl Overdose
Nationwide — Michael Reed, a 28-year-old man from Mansfield, Ohio, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing serious injury to his 2-year-old daughter, Nevaeh, […]
Marshawn Kneeland, Dallas Cowboys Football Star, Has Passed Away at 24
Nationwide — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, a rising NFL talent known for his relentless motor and quiet leadership, has tragically passed away at the age of 24, the […]
Meet the HBCU Grad Turned Nurse Empowering Frontline Healthcare Professionals to Thrive in Leadership
Nationwide — Kristen Pennamon, a proud Florida A&M University graduate, nurse, entrepreneur, and visionary, is leading a movement to help nurses, physical therapists, and varied healthcare professionals thrive beyond burnout. […]
Man Faces Death Penalty for Killing White Teen Pregnant Girlfriend Who Refused Abortion
Nationwide — Donovan Faison, a 23-year-old man from Florida, was found guilty of killing his 18-year-old girlfriend, Kaylin Fiengo, and her unborn child after she refused to get an abortion. A […]
Black Mom Gets New Kidney from Her Daughter After Years on Dialysis
Nationwide — Monica Fox, an African American mother from Chicago who once battled kidney failure, received a life-saving kidney transplant from her daughter, Olivia, nearly a decade after first being diagnosed […]
9-Year-Old Black Boy Suffers Severe Burns After Tablet Charger Sparks Fire on His Necklace
Nationwide — Ashtyn Pitts, a 9-year-old African American boy from Jena, Louisiana, was severely burned after his metal necklace got tangled in his tablet charger while he was asleep. His […]
Black Psychologist and Entrepreneur Overcomes Two-Time Battle with Breast Cancer
Nationwide — Dr. April T. Berry, a licensed psychologist, professor, and entrepreneur, was diagnosed in January 2023 with Stage II Breast Cancer. Most of 2023 was spent undergoing 6 rounds […]
Black Nurse Practitioner Wins Prestigious Nurse Innovator Award for Mobile Mental Health Leadership
Nationwide — Joanne Patterson, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, founder of Nurse Practitioners on Wheels®, has been named the recipient of the Nurse Innovator Award by The American Psychiatric Nurses Association, honoring […]
Trump Confuses Dementia Test with an IQ Test, Then Calls Jasmine Crockett a "Low IQ Person"
Nationwide — President Trump stirred controversy after appearing to boast about his performance on a dementia screening test while speaking with reporters aboard Air Force One. The president claimed he […]