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From Trauma to Triumph: How Kathiana Dulcine used a Traumatic Experience to Create an Educational Platform for the Black Community

Kathiana Dulcine, founder of Coco Community Membership Program

Meet Kathiana Dulcine, founder of the Coco Community Membership Program, designed to help Black people feel more comfortable discussing and learning about matters of intimacy Providence, RI — “Knowing what […]

African American Breast Cancer Survivor Tells Her Inspiring Story in New Book

Forbidden and Broken by Linda Washington

Phoenix, AZ — Linda Washington, singer and songwriter of Missing You ft Lamar and a breast cancer survivor, has released a Kindle version book entitled Forbidden And Broken Finding Love […]

Women's Empowerment Organization to Open First Black-Owned Supermarket in the Tri-State Area

Think Like a Boss women's empowerment organization

New York, NY — Think Like a Boss, a women’s empowerment organization founded in New York City, is planning to open the first Black-owned grocery store in the tri-state area. […]

Singer Brandy Reveals She Once Contemplated Suicide

Brandy

Nationwide — R&B superstar Brandy has recently opened up about her years-long battle with depression. She said that she once contemplated taking her own life after being involved in a […]

Black Writers Weekend Powered By AAMBC Inc Goes Virtual

Tamika Newhouse, founder of Black Writers Weekend

Black Writers Weekend 2020 is going virtual due to ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic Nationwide — Black Writers Weekend virtual experience will stream online on Thursday, August 27th to Saturday, August 29th. […]

Master P to Pay Funeral Costs for 3-Year Old Girl Shot and Killed in Louisville

Master P and Trinity Randolph

Louisville, KY — Rapper and entrepreneur Master P has reportedly extended financial help to the family of Trinity Randolph, a 3-year old girl from Kentucky who was shot and killed […]

Fatherhood Expert Releases Book Warning Single Dating Women About a New Population of Men

10 Warning Signs by Eric Legette

And Provides Warning Signs to Look Out For! Nationwide — “I’m pregnant” are two words men actively dating would rather not hear. Many single women are unaware there is a […]

Grandmother With 88 Great Grandchildren Turns 100-Years Old

Julia Lee Kelley, grandmother with 88 great grandchildren

Franklinton, NC — Julia Lee Kelley, an African American grandmother from North Carolina who has a total of 173 descendants, has recently turned 100-years old.

Childhood Friends Launch Black-Owned Media Platform That Caters to Small Business Owners

Gwen's Business Corner With Deonta B

Nationwide — Gwen’s Business Corner with Deonta B hosts include Dr. Gwennetta Wright alongside Deonta Blount a/k/a Deonta B. The two professionals and women of color have over 30 years […]

Speakers Magazine Features Legendary Stephanie Mills on the Cover

Stephanie Mills on the cover of Speakers Magazine

Speaking Up on the Power of Love and Black Lives Matter Nationwide — When you hear the first few chords and lyrics of the Number 1 R&B hit song “Home,” […]

Renowned Celebrity Photographer Recreates Iconic Social and Racial Justice Leaders With Young Black and Brown Boys and Girls

Tricia Messeroux, photographer and founder of Toddlewood

New York, NY — Tricia Messeroux, creator of Toddlewood, a highly celebrated photography project, which has been featured by A-list media like Access Hollywood, The Today Show, Good Morning America, […]

DreamUp Incubator For Black Teen Entrepreneurs and Elevator Pitch Contest Winner Announced

Kynnidi Caffey

Memphis, TN — Idea Incubator ArtUp has announced the elevator pitch contest winner for the finale of their pilot DreamUp Youth Incubator. In response to economic downturn due to the […]

Meet the Resume Writer Helping Top Black Professionals Around the World to Transform Their Resumes

Tawana Woods, founder of Country's Best Resumes

Nationwide — Tawana Woods, founder and CEO of Country’s Best Resumes has worked with some of the most sought-after executives in the world. For more than 20 years, she has […]

Innovative Startup CPRWrap Founded by Black Female Inventor Looking to Save Lives

Felicia Jackson, founder of CPR Wrap

Approximately 356,000 hospital cardiac arrests happen in the U.S. every year with 250,000 of those happening in the home. CPRWrap Founder and CEO Felicia Jackson has created a practical and […]

11-Year Old Girl From Florida Went to Take the Trash Out and Disappeared

Jayla Jones, missing girl who took out the trash

Miami, FL — Jayla Jones, an 11-year old girl from Miami, Florida, reportedly disappeared after going outside their home to take out the trash. Her family was happy when she […]

Social Activist and Bail Bonds Owner Launches New Curriculum Being Used by Schools to Teach Fundamental Laws

Krystal Banks, creator of the Sticky Situations curriculum

Curriculum Tailored for All Ages Detroit, MI — Social activist, author, and bail bonds owner Krystal Banks, for the first time ever, offers her curriculum-based program, Sticky Situations – Understanding […]

New Book For African American Children is a Charming Tale About a Buzzard Wanting and Failing to Eat Meat For Supper

No Meat For Supper by Anna Shamburg and T.D. Wallace

Nationwide — Authors Anna Shamburger and T.D. Wallace have completed their new book No Meat for Supper, a pleasant tale about a buzzard who wants to eat meat, but life […]

Emerging Artist Creates Coloring Book Series For Black Girls That Celebrates Their Hair

Taaj Marjanee, founder of Color Me Yumme

Nationwide — Taaj Marjanee, owner and illustrator of Yumme Brand, believes that Black girls should enjoy being creative while coloring and painting characters that look like them. Growing up she […]

Girl Scouts Announces First Black CEO in the Organization's 108-Year History

Judith Batty, first Black woman CEO of Girl Scouts of USA

Nationwide — Judith Batty, a lifelong Girl Scout and board member, has made history as the first Black CEO of the Girl Scouts of the United States since the organization […]

Black-Owned Fashion Label ‘Pinkxolips’ Sees New Growth After Outfitting Celebrities

Kiea Hutty, founder and owner of Pinkxolips

Nationwide — Pinkxolips, a Black-owned fashion brand, has amassed over 21,000 followers on Instagram while experiencing exponential sales growth after trend-setting celebrities spotted wearing the company’s fur-slides and apparel on […]

Black Diplomatic Couple Launches Podcast & Provides Passport Scholarships to African-American Students

Calvin and Kindall Hayes, founder HayesExchange podcast

Nationwide — This year the United States marks 152 years since the ratification of the 14th Amendment, and for African Americans, this Reconstruction Act was a watershed moment, which laid […]

Former Mayor of Flint, Michigan, Dr. Karen Williams Weaver to Co-Host New Talk Show, "Black Money Matters"

Dr. Karen Williams Weaver

Flint, MI — Former Flint Mayor Dr. Karen Williams Weaver has announced that she, along with Flint’s former Chief Recovery Officer, Jameca Patrick have began co-hosting a new talk show […]

After a 40-Year Career, Artist Jody Watley Still Shines as an Icon, Influencer, and Entrepreneur

Jody Watley

Jody Watley is a Grammy Award-winning artist, songwriter, trendsetter, and the founder of Avitone Recordings whose career has spanned more than four decades. Nationwide — Today, Jody Watley (respectively Ms. […]

Successful Black Lawyers Share Lessons Learned and Provide Mentorship in New Compilation Book

Evangeline Mitchell, editor of 'Lessons From Successful African American Lawyers'

Cambridge, MA — In America, there is widespread acknowledgment of racial injustice and disparities, systemic racism, and anti-Blackness. During this unprecedented time, many are all learning more about hidden American […]

New Children's Book Offers a Diverse Voice in Storytelling Breaking Traditional Gender Roles

Prince and His Mother's Gown by Shellice Beharie

Nationwide — As parents, we always want to ensure our children know how special and unique they are; especially, in today’s social climate. Shellice Beharie, a mother of two boys […]

Black Mom Creates Brand and Children’s Book to Highlight Premature Babies After Having Her Baby 4 Months Early

Supreemie by Nico Avery and Shanel

Nationwide — When Shanel Hudson went in for a routine ultrasound at 24 weeks in 2018, she never imagined that a few days later, she’d be having her baby almost […]

Black-Owned Company Offers Tea Blends for Those Who Seek a Natural Approach to Wellness

Adrienne Jones, founder of Bea's Wellness Teas

Adrienne Jones, founder of Bea’s Wellness Teas, says that a strong immune system is much more powerful than just wearing a mask Nationwide — Got an ailment? We got tea! […]

Rasheeda S. Liberty Named 25th International President of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Rasheeda Liberty, president of Sigma Gamma Rho

International African American Sorority Elects New Board of Directors in Preparation for Centennial Celebration Cary, NC — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., a leading historically African American Greek-lettered Sorority, has […]

Supreme Court Won’t Review Life Sentence for Black Man Accused of Stealing Clippers

Chief Justice Bernette Johnson

Caddo Parish, LA — Chief Justice Bernette Johnson, the first and only African American judge on the Louisiana Supreme Court, tried her best to have the Court review the case […]

Award-Winning Female Tech Guru and Former Homeless Ex-Offender Partner to Create a Successful Tech Business

The Uncle Gary and Duana Malone, The Tech Queen

Nationwide — An African American man who was in and out of prison, homeless in Michigan and addicted to crack for decades, is now the Chief Operating Officer of Nevada […]

Author Releases Thrilling Illustrated Children's Book, ”Auntie I Don't Want You to Get Married”

Auntie I Don't Want You to Get Married By Clarence Coggins

Nationwide — Author Clarence Coggins delights young children in his new story entitled Auntie I Don’t Want You To Get Married: Danielle The Girl From NY which features passion, desire, […]

Two Black Women in Hollywood Reveal the Mindset For Designing a Life You Love and the Power of Sisterhood

Caryn Ward Ross and Numa Perrier

‘Monogamy’ Actress/Producer Caryn Ward Ross and ‘Jezebel’ Writer/Director Numa Perrier Discuss Living Life on Their Terms Nationwide — It’s been said life is like a cup of tea, it’s all […]


Award-Winning, Amazon #1 Bestselling Author Brings Book to Life With New Black Women’s Sip & Read Experience in Maryland

Nicole S. Palmer, Founder of Black Womaning After Hours

Black Womaning After Hours™: The First Pour brings Playing the Game While Black Womaning in Corporate America® off the page for an evening of wine, conversation, and connection on September […]

Gyrls In The H.O.O.D Foundation Leads the Charge for Menstrual Health Equity with 3rd Annual Let It Flow Fest

Let It Flow Fest panelists

Nationwide — Gyrls In The H.O.O.D Foundation will host its 3rd Annual Let It Flow Fest on August 29 in Chicago’s Greater Grand Crossing community, continuing its work to address […]

Black Surrogate Mom Who Refused to Abort Baby With Heart Defect is Now in a Custody Fight With the Biological Parents

McKenna West

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. […]

Black Teen Fatally Shot by Ex-Boyfriend Who Later Died by Suicide as His Family's Violent Past Emerges

Jada Sellers, Christian Hursey

Nationwide — Jada Sellers, a 17-year-old African American teen from Baltimore, Maryland, was fatally shot by her former boyfriend, 18-year-old Christian Hursey, on July 31. She remained hospitalized for nearly […]

Black Mom Who Had Just Graduated College With Her Daughter Dies in Wrong-Way Crash

Terri Pollock with her daughter

Nationwide — Terri Pollock, an African American mother from Florida, sadly passed away in a wrong-way crash after helping her daughter move into her dorm at Florida A&M University. Her […]

Actress Viola Davis Says She Does Not Accept Target's Apology Over Racist Halloween Costume

Viola Davis

Nationwide — Viola Davis has rejected Target’s apology after the retailer pulled a Halloween costume that sparked accusations of racist and blackface imagery. She said the company’s response failed to […]

Black Columnist Ordered to Be Reinstated by Washington Post After Charlie Kirk Comments

Karen Attiah

Nationwide — Karen Attiah, an African American columnist who formerly worked at The Washington Post, has won her legal challenge over her termination following social media posts about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. […]

NBA Star Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14K a Month in Child Support for His Son That He's Never Met

Anthony Edwards, Alexandria Desroches

Nationwide — NBA star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 a month in child support to Alexandria Desroches for their son, Amir. The ruling comes after he acknowledged […]

Man Gets 50-Year Prison Sentence for Assaulting an 11-Year-Old Girl

Decruis Tatum

Nationwide — Decruis Tatum, a 27-year-old African American man from Biloxi, Mississippi, will spend 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually battering an 11-year-old girl. He must serve […]

Family Mourns Black Mom and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed After Lightning Strike

Kenya Glasgow and her daughter Kennedi

Nationwide — Kenya Glasgow, a 31-year-old African American mother, and her 2-year-old daughter died after lightning struck them in Margate, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. First responders found the mother and child […]

Black Mom Creates Eczema Brand for Her Son, Earns National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance

Taylor C. Liddell, Founder of P2 and You Skincare

Nationwide — Nearly nine years ago, Michigan mom Taylor C. Liddell stood in the kitchen of a two-bedroom, 800-square-foot apartment and mixed a skin cream for her newborn son, who […]

Aretha Franklin's Sons Continue to Fight Over Her Estate 8 Years After Her Death

Aretha Franklin

Nationwide — Eight years after Aretha Franklin’s death, her estate remains tied up in probate court as her sons continue to dispute assets, music rights, and personal belongings. The case […]

Black Mom Demands Answers After Special Needs Daughter Left on School Bus For 2 Hours

Michelle Lemon and her daughter Bryne

Nationwide — Michelle Lemon, an African American mother from Fort Bend County, Texas, is seeking answers after her daughter, Bryne, a non-verbal ninth grader who has special needs, arrived home from […]

Patti LaBelle's Nephew Says She Cut Ties With Him Because He Supported President Trump

Patti LaBelle and her nephew Byl Holte

Nationwide — Byl Holte, Patti LaBelle’s nephew who openly supports Trump, says their relationship fell apart after he questioned his family’s criticism of the president. He claims his political views […]

Missing 63-Year-Old Black Grandmother Found Dead Near Las Vegas Airport

Alisa Goods

Nationwide — Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother from Brooklyn, New York, was visiting Las Vegas when she disappeared earlier this month. Police later found her dead near Harry Reid International […]

32-Year-Old Black Mom Diagnosed With Breast Cancer While Pregnant Says She is Now in Remission

Talicia Durham

Nationwide — Talicia Durham, a 32-year-old African American mother from Columbia, South Carolina, was diagnosed with breast cancer while five months pregnant with her fourth child. She underwent chemotherapy during […]

NYC Black Nurse Sadly Killed by Her Husband After Returning From Family Reunion

Gabrielle Forman

Nationwide — Gabrielle Forman, a 30-year-old African American nurse from New York, was shot and killed by her husband in their apartment just hours after returning from a family reunion […]

Black Female Student Praised For Developing an App That Helps Students With ADHD

Malia Wakesho-Ajwang

Nationwide — Malia Wakesho-Ajwang, a young African American student from Atlanta, Georgia, has created an AI-powered app after struggling to manage schoolwork following her ADHD diagnosis. Her platform helps students […]

Meet the Mom of 3 Making History as the Winner of the Mrs. Black Globe International Pageants

Joi Rodrigue, winner of Mrs Black Globe International

Nationwide — Joi Rodrigue, a military veteran, wife, mother of three, entrepreneur, and community advocate, is proudly wearing the crown as the reigning Mrs. Black Globe International™. Born in the […]

Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles

Megan Thee Stallion

Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]

Black Woman Now Missing for More Than a Month After Leaving Late-Night Hotel Shift

Chantel Brooks

Nationwide — Chantel Brooks, an African American woman from San Francisco, California, has been missing since July 17 after working a late-night shift at a hotel. Her family is searching for […]

91-Year-Old Black Woman Earns GED, Making History as Georgia's Oldest Graduate in a Decade

Helen Woodyard

Nationwide — Helen Woodyard, an African American grandmother from LaGrange, Georgia, earned her GED at 91 after returning to school at age 88. Her achievement made her the oldest person […]

Meet the Black Family That Developed 5 Different Apps and Is Now Inviting Other Creators to Join Their Ecosystem

Temne Hardaway with her family

From a 96-year-old grandmother and an “Esthi Bestie” to three wild Chihuahuas, Temne Hardaway is turning everyday family experiences into AI-powered products and creating new ways for creators to earn […]

Two Black Women Mental Health Leaders Launch New Marketplace Featuring 70+ Resources From Licensed Clinicians of Color

Lisa Savage and Kim Knight, Founders of Coc Marketplace

Founded by Lisa Savage, LCSW, and Kim L. Knight, LMHC, COC Marketplace provides mental health professionals and the public with access to books, clinical tools, workbooks, and training created by […]

Reward Increased to $250K in Search for Pregnant Black Postal Worker Missing Since 2018

Kierra Coles

Nationwide — Kierra Coles, an African American postal worker from Chicago, Illinois, disappeared nearly eight years ago while three months pregnant. Authorities have now increased the reward for information leading to […]

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Mom Reaches Settlement, Agrees to Give His Daughter Most of the Estate

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, his mother Pamela Warner

Nationwide — Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s mom, Pamela Warner, has reached a settlement with the guardians of her late son’s daughter over the child’s inheritance. The agreement would give his daughter most […]

Abducted Siblings Found Alive and Safe After Being Kidnapped By Their Babysitter

Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper

Nationwide — Two sisters, Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper, ages 11 months and 4 years, were found safe after their babysitter reportedly abducted them. Officers arrested the woman Monday after […]

Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”

Vivica A. Fox in The Wrong Housemaid

HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]

The Decision That Changed Everything: How One College Student Chose Taco Bell Over Law School-and Became President of Carrabba's Italian Grill

Kelia R. Bazile

Nationwide — In the summer of 1986, Kelia R. Bazile stood at one of the biggest crossroads of her life. After graduating from high school, what began as a summer […]

Black Wife Becomes Her Husband's Kidney Donor After His Unexpected Health Crisis

Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall

Nationwide — Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall, an African American married couple from North Carolina, faced a sudden health crisis when Monte learned that his kidneys were failing. She later […]

Black Woman Has Not Eaten in More Than 2 Weeks to Protest Trump's Food Stamp Cuts

Liz Wills-O'Gilvie

Nationwide — Liz Wills-O’Gilvie, a 63-year-old African American woman from Springfield, Massachusetts, has gone 15 days without food to protest cuts to food assistance. She is urging Governor Maura Healey […]

Innocent Black Nurse Jailed for 4 Days After Police Mistake Her for Woman Who Stole Her Identity

Elaine McAlister

Nationwide — Elaine McAlister, an African American nurse, spent four days in jail after police mistakenly arrested her over a marijuana warrant issued for another woman. The arrest happened at […]