Nationwide — A West Virginia couple has been arrested after police discovered a 3-year-old child stranded on the roof of a home in Gilmer County — a disturbing case that […]
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Tyra Banks Explains Why She Moved to Australia with Her Family
Nationwide — Supermodel Tyra Banks, 51, has moved to Australia with her partner, Louis Bélanger-Martin, and their 9-year-old son, York. She says the move was driven by her growing ice […]
Black Teen From Louisiana Accepted to 75 Colleges, Earns $1M in Scholarships
Nationwide — Makenzie Williams, a 17-year-old African American student from Monroe, Louisiana, has been accepted into over 75 colleges and awarded more than $1 million in scholarships. She is graduating […]
Twin Sisters in South Africa Go Viral for Dating the Same Man
Nationwide — Twin sisters Petunia and Pediah, who are from Pretoria, South Africa, have made headlines after revealing they’re both in a relationship with the same man, Themba. The trio, […]
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 […]
Black Entrepreneurs Make History at the World’s Largest Women’s Bowling Event
Nationwide — Cynthia Cureton-Robles, the co-founder and CEO of TRONUS, and Curtis Alexander, who founded TRZ Recovery are making history in the world of bowling. Both of their companies, which […]
Black Judge Who Reduced Karmelo Anthony's Bail Getting Death Threats, Gets Added Security
Nationwide — Angela Tucker, an African American district judge in Collin County, Texas, is facing threats and heightened public scrutiny after she reduced the bail of Karmelo Anthony, a 17-year-old […]
Trial of White Police Officer Who Shot Unarmed Black Woman Moved to Another City
Nationwide — The murder trial of former Illinois sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson, accused of killing an unarmed African American woman named Sonya Massey in her home last July, will be […]
Father and Daughter Land Their Own Show Renovating Homes on HGTV
Nationwide — Pancho and Kristyn Patterson, a father-daughter duo, are set to star in Condemned, a new HGTV show premiering this summer. The series follows them as they restore Detroit’s […]
Meet the Black Woman Whose Non-Profit Has Helped Teens Secure $65M in College Scholarships
Nationwide — Nitiya Walker, an African American woman from Brooklyn, New York, turned her own college struggles into a mission to help other young women. After facing the high costs […]
Florida Assistant Principal Arrested for Forcing 13-Year-Old Student to Massage Her Feet
Nationwide — Dr. Keiva Lark, a 53-year-old assistant principal at a middle school in Poinciana, Florida, faces charges after allegedly forcing a student to massage her feet and making inappropriate […]
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 […]
Pennsylvania Judge Convicted of Shooting Ex-Boyfriend While He Slept
Nationwide — Sonya McKnight, an African American judge from Pennsylvania, has been found guilty of attempted murder and aggravated assault after shooting her ex-boyfriend in the head. The shooting happened […]
19-Year-Old Wins Black Miss Mississippi Teen USA Pageant After 3 Attempts
Nationwide — Meet Maddie Oliphant, the first African-American to be crowned Miss Mississippi Teen USA, a title she earned after three attempts. At 19 years old, Oliphant, a Hickory native, […]
Black Mom Upset That 2-Year-Old Daughter's Braid Went Missing at Daycare, Suspects Foul Play
Nationwide — Tamara Hemingway, an African American mother of a 2-year-old girl named Myla, is demanding answers after she picked up her daughter from a daycare in Ocean Township, New […]
Grant Expert Linda Peavy Launches Emergency Webinar to Help Black-Led Organizations Navigate 2025 Funding Crisis
Nationwide — As federal funding priorities shift and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs are scrutinized, many Black-led organizations face new challenges in sustaining their operations through grants. In response, […]
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 […]
Illinois' First African American Woman-Owned Champagne Brand Commits to Social Impact
Nationwide — As a former wedding planner, Samantha Danielle Dockery understood the importance of a sparkling wine’s flavor profile in appealing to diverse palates during wedding celebrations. She recognized the […]
Michelle Obama Breaks Her Silence, Finally Addresses Divorce Rumors
Nationwide — Michelle Obama is shutting down rumors of marital trouble with former President Barack Obama, explaining that recent absences from high-profile events were about prioritizing her own well-being, not […]
Toni Braxton Married Birdman Last Summer, But Filed For Divorce Weeks Later
Nationwide — Toni Braxton and Bryan “Birdman” Williams have been secretly married for months, but their union has already seen its fair share of turbulence. According to court documents obtained […]
25 Black Women Entrepreneurs Graduate from the BOSS X Sage “Invest in Progress” Grant Program
Nationwide — The BOSS Network, in partnership with Sage, proudly announces the graduation of 25 incredible Black women entrepreneurs from the BOSS Impact Fund “Invest in Progress” grant program. These […]
Black-Owned Private University Celebrates First Graduation, Honors Over 50 Graduates and Trailblazer Honorees
Nationwide — Leaders Esteem University had the honor to host its first graduation ceremony, celebrating over 50 graduates across various industries and geographies. The graduation marked a milestone achievement in […]
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 Student Sues High School for Letting Her Graduate While Illiterate
Nationwide — Aleysha Ortiz, a 19-year-old teen from Hartford, Connecticut, has filed a lawsuit against Hartford Public High School, claiming the school let her graduate with honors without properly addressing […]
Kie Melodic Unveils New Single “Dance” – A Fusion of Pop, R&B, and EDM
Nationwide — Rising star Kie Melodic, known for her captivating blend of pop, R&B, and EDM, is excited to announce the release of her latest single, “Dance”. This new track […]
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 […]
Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, and Stephanie Mills Are Going on Tour Together
Nationwide — Four female icons of R&B, pop, and soul — Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, and Stephanie Mills — are set to tour together for a one-of-a-kind experience. […]
White Woman Who Darkened Her Skin and Identifies as Black Plans to Move to Africa
Nationwide — Martina Big, a white woman from Germany who identifies as Black, says she and her husband are preparing to move to Africa. The couple has drawn controversy for […]
Actress Raven-Symoné Says It Again, "I'm Not African American"
Nationwide — Raven-Symoné has once again addressed the backlash surrounding her controversial 2014 remarks about race, saying she didn’t identify as African American. She said her words were misunderstood and […]
Kenya Moore Responds After Controversial 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' Episode Airs
Nationwide — Kenya Moore, the 53-year-old reality TV star from Detroit, Michigan, has broken her silence following her suspension from The Real Housewives of Atlanta after a controversial moment involving […]
Christina Formella, Married Teacher From Illinois Charged For Having Sex With 15-Year-Old Student
Nationwide — Christina Formella, a 30-year-old special education teacher from Downers Grove, Illinois, was arrested on Sunday after being accused of molesting a 15-year-old student during a tutoring session. Prosecutors […]
Singer Cassie to Take the Stand and Testify Against Diddy at Federal Trial
Nationwide — Casandra “Cassie” Ventura is expected to testify in the upcoming federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs — and she will do so publicly under her real name. Court […]
Trump Adminstration Cancels All South Sudan Visas, Has Already Deported 100,000 Immigrants
Nationwide — Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Saturday that the United States is halting the issuance of new visas and revoking existing ones for South Sudanese passport holders, […]
Tina Knowles Congratulates Jay-Z and Beyonce on 17th Wedding Anniversary
Nationwide — Tina Knowles, the proud mother of Beyoncé, recently honored her daughter and son-in-law Jay-Z on their 17th wedding anniversary by sharing a heartfelt video montage on Instagram. The […]
K-pop Group Kiss of Life Apologizes For "Culturally Insensitive" Video, Says "We Are Not Racist"
Nationwide — The members of KISS OF LIFE, a rising K-pop girl group managed by S2 Entertainment, are facing major backlash after a controversial livestream celebrating member Julie’s birthday. Julie, […]
Barack Obama Flames Divorce Rumors, Says He's in "Deep Deficit" With His Wife Michelle
Nationwide — Rumors of possible marital problems between Former President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama have been swirling for months, and the former president’s latest remarks have only added […]
Keke Palmer Criticized for Jonathan Majors Interview on Her Podcast
Nationwide — Keke Palmer, the 30-year-old actress and media personality, is facing heavy criticism after it was revealed that Jonathan Majors would appear on her podcast, Baby, This Is Keke […]
Black Woman Who Didn’t See Her Mom for Almost 50 Years Just Visited Her For the Third Time Since Their Reunion
Nationwide — For Dr. Grace LaJoy, an African American woman from Raymore, Missouri, every visit with her birth mother is a treasured gift. On Saturday, March 16, 2025, she embarked […]
Black Mom Killed While Dropping Infant Son Off at Daycare, Her Ex Sentenced to 66 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Back in 2022, 32-year-old Krystal Walton, an African American mom from Indianapolis, Indiana, was gunned outside a daycare center as she dropped off their infant son. Her ex-boyfriend, […]
Former President Barack Obama and Kamala Harris Publicly Rebuke Trump
Nationwide — Former President Barack Obama and former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered searing critiques of President Donald Trump’s second term in separate public appearances on Thursday. Speaking at Hamilton […]
Singer Brandy's 22-Year-Old Daughter, Sy’rai, Graduates College at Top of Class
Nationwide — Sy’rai Smith, the 22-year-old daughter of Grammy-winning singer Brandy, has officially graduated at the top of her class with a Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Business. The Los […]
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 […]
Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium Names Chanceé Lundy as Executive Director
Nationwide — The Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium (Southern Black Girls) proudly announces the appointment of Chanceé Lundy as its new Executive Director. A distinguished environmental engineer, entrepreneur, and […]
Kim Kardashian Takes Important Exam to Become a Lawyer
Nationwide — Kim Kardashian is moving closer to becoming an attorney after taking the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE), a key test on legal ethics. While it isn’t part of […]
Entrepreneur Launches First Black-Owned Housing Manufacturer That Can Produce Up to 100 Homes Per Day
Nationwide — After nearly three years of development, Dr. Velma Trayham has officially launched HomeAccess America, a new modular housing manufacturer that is the first Black-owned company in the United […]
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 […]
Zendaya Becomes Youngest Black Actress to Earn $1 Million Per Episode
Nationwide — Zendaya has made history as the youngest Black actress to earn over $1 million per episode for her role as Rue Bennett on HBO Max’s Euphoria. At just […]
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, […]
Father Pretended to Search for His Missing Daughter, Now He's Facing Murder Charges
Nationwide — Darnell Jones publicly pleaded for help finding his missing daughter, Kei’Mani Latigue, but he soon became the prime suspect in her murder. Latigue, just days from turning 14, […]
Black Woman From North Carolina Loses Her Home Over Unpaid $400 HOA Fees
Nationwide — Taylor Sanders, an African American woman from Weddington, North Carolina, lost her home after failing to pay a $400 fee to her neighborhood homeowner’s association (HOA). Her 3,300-square-foot […]
Elon Musk's Daughter Exposes Her Dad, Says His Rally Gesture Was Definitely a Nazi Salute
Nationwide — Vivian Jenna Wilson, the 20-year-old daughter of billionaire Elon Musk, has once again publicly criticized her father, calling out what she says is his involvement in extremist behavior […]
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 […]
Actress Nia Long Seemingly Reacts, But Remains Silent After Sherri Shepherd Confrontation
Nationwide — Nia Long has remained somewhat silent about her reported encounter with Sherri Shepherd, who claimed the actress confronted her at the star-studded premiere of Othello, where Denzel Washington […]
Black Teen from Georgia Earns $6M in Scholarships, Accepted to 155 Colleges
Nationwide — Chase Matthews, a 17-year-old African American teen from South Fulton, Georgia, has secured acceptance letters from 155 colleges across all 50 states, with over $6 million in scholarship […]
Cardi B Reacts After Her Daughter Kulture Draws on Her $60K Birkin Bag
Nationwide — Cardi B recently shared her reaction after her daughter, Kulture, left a mark on a $60,000 yellow crocodile-skin Birkin bag by drawing a small heart with a ballpoint […]
Rapper Nelly Says He Married Ashanti After Learning About Her Pregnancy
Nationwide — Rapper Nelly revealed that he married Ashanti after learning she was pregnant. The couple, who rekindled their relationship after years apart, tied the knot in December 2023 before […]
New Black Girls Defense Fund Launches Mini-Grants for $2K to Fight Dehumanization and Protect Their Fundamental Rights
Nationwide — The Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium (SBGWC) announces the opening of its Black Girls Defense Fund: Resistance and Resilience Grant Application, providing financial support to organizations fighting […]
58-Year-Old Garcelle Beauvais Leaves "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" After 5 Seasons
Nationwide — Garcelle Beauvais, 58, has confirmed she is leaving Real Housewives of Beverly Hills after five seasons. The actress shared the news on Instagram, explaining that she wants to […]
Entrepreneur Creates 40th Birthday Trip to Egypt as “A Love Letter to Black Women”
Nationwide — In what she dreamed to be a “love letter to Black women”, Krystal Hardy Allen personally planned and curated an unforgettable journey to Africa for her and six […]
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 […]
Singer Toni Braxton's Oldest Son Graduates From College
Nationwide — Toni Braxton proudly celebrated her oldest son, Denim Cole Braxton-Lewis, who recently graduated from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, with a degree in Sports Management. The 23-year-old […]
50-Year-Old Black-Owned Construction Firm Opens First International Office in Nairobi, Kenya
Nationwide — Choates Family of Companies, a Black-owned international, multi-generational powerhouse that spans more than five decades, has cemented its position as a global leader in infrastructure, real estate, investments, […]
Rapper Mia X Honored with Doctorate Degree for Humanitarian Work
Nationwide — Rapper Mia X, known as the ‘Mother of Southern Rap,’ has been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Humanitarianism. The award, signed by former President Joe Biden, […]
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 […]