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Family Wants Answers After 26-Year Old Dies During Childbirth at Brooklyn Hospital

Sha Asia-Simple, Black woman who died during childbirth at Brooklyn Hospital

Brooklyn, NY — A family is seeking answers after the devastating death of Sha-Asia Semple, a young African American woman who sadly passed away while giving birth to her child […]

Woman Who Pulled a Gun on Black Family in Michigan Speaks Out

Jillian Wuestenberg, woman who pointed gun at Black family

Detroit, MI — Jillian Wuestenberg, a woman who pointed a gun at a Black woman and her daughters outside a restaurant in Metro Detroit, claims she feared for her life […]

Award-Winning Doctor’s Affirmations to Her Daughter in Crisis Released in New Book

Dear Lauren, Love Mom by Dr. Cheryl E. Woodson

Nationwide — Cheryl E. Woodson, M.D., has been a practicing physician for almost four decades. However, nothing in her practice prepared her to deal with her daughter’s life-threatening illness. Every […]

Twin Girls Conjoined at the Skull Successfully Separated After 18 Hours of Surgery

Ervina and Prefina, African conjoined twin girls

Vatican City — Ervina and Prefina, 2-year old twin girls who were conjoined at the skull, which is a very rare condition, have been successfully separated after an operation at […]

Black Author Releases Book to Assist Parents in Starting the Conversation on Racism and Police Brutality

The Talk by Ama Karikari Yawson

“The Talk: A Black Family’s Conversation about Racism and Police Brutality” by Ama Karikari-Yawson, Esq. Nationwide — All over the country, parents are having the “the talk” with their kids […]

Black Woman Business Owner Launches First Ever #SaveYourBottles Campaign

Pam Booker, CEO and founder of Koils By Nature

Blending Sustainability and Style, Koils By Nature Sets a New Standard of Beauty Atlanta, GA — Koils By Nature, a leading hair and skincare brand, is launching one of the […]

Tyler Perry to Pay for Funeral of 8-Year Old Girl Killed Near Site of Rayshard Brooks’ Death

Secoriea Turner and Tyler Perry

Nationwide — Filmmaker Tyler Perry is back with more generosity. He will reportedly be paying for the funeral expenses of Secoriea Turner, an 8-year old girl who was fatally shot […]

Woman Founder Launches Online Marketplace, BlackBuyBlack.com, to Coincide With National Blackout Day

Tephanie Delaney

Minneapolis, MN — BlackBuyBlack.com is opening its online marketplace, and its launch will feature hundreds of Black businesses, many of which are new entrepreneurial ventures. Tephanie Delaney conceptualized the site […]

Mom Upset After Daycare Expels 6-Year Old Girl For Wearing 'Black Lives Matter' Shirt

Journei and Deval Brockman, mother whose daughter was kicked out of daycare

Russellville, AR — Journei Brockman, a 6-year old girl from Arkansas, was reportedly kicked out of her daycare after being accused of “encouraging racism” for wearing shirts that support Black […]

Visa Launches Program Offering $10K Grants to Black Women Business Owners

Black business woman

In an effort to specifically support Black women-owned small businesses, Visa is extending their partnership with IFundWomen through a new series of grants and educational resources. Ten $10,000 grants will […]

20-Year Old Black Cosmetologist and Hair Loss Specialist’s Custom Wigs and Extensions Helping Women Look and Feel Their Best During Pandemic

Jenna Fenwick, founder of Custom Wigs and Extensions

Nationwide — The pandemic has left millions of women trying to figure out home remedies for styling, adding fullness, covering thinning or balding spots or just looking for a way […]

Single Mom Tried to Kill Herself and Her 5 Children After Learning Her Boyfriend is Married

Itasha Brunson, mother of 5 children

Nationwide — Many people were shocked when Itasha Brunson, a mother of five from Mississippi, documented her attempt to take the lives of herself and her five children on Facebook […]

HBCU Grad With Three Degrees Launches the Newest Black Woman-Owned Travel Boutique

Jhaelyn Elam, founder of Sizije

Nationwide — Jhaelynn Elam is the founder and CEO of Sizije, a travel company whose mission is to empower the modern-day traveler through global communities and culturally curated experiences. The […]

New Book Explores Hair, Self-Confidence and Standards of Beauty for Black Girls

Empress of Coils by Lynn Graham

New children’s book encourages natural-hair confidence Denver, CO — The ongoing debate between permed and natural hair in the Black women community has left many Black women and girls questioning […]

South Carolina Author Who Wrote Fictional Books About Immigration, Race, and Diversity Launches Online Humanity Chats

Marjy Marj

Nationwide — Ghanaian-American author Marjy Marj (Marjorie Boafo Appiah), who wrote The Shimmigrant and Same Elephants, has launched Humanity Chats – conversations about everyday issues impacting the human race.

Black-Owned Natural Haircare Brand, KGoody Kollection, Now Available on Walmart.com

K Goody Designs, creator of the Quenching Oil sold at Walmart

Winter Haven, FL — Kgoody Kollection products are considered “the Truth” by many. Kgoody Kollection Quenching Oil has rave reviews and is safe for all ages. “Best growth oil ever!” […]

Black Entrepreneur Releases First-of-its-Kind Health and Tech Report Identifying New Industry Sector – FemAging Tech

Denise Pines, founder of Wisepause and author of the FemAging Tech Report

Research reveals that many FemAging Tech innovations are not meeting the needs of 63% of Black women who are concerned about staying active and independent as they age. FemAging Tech: […]

Founder of Black-Owned Smart-Vending Startup Makes History, Raises $2.3 Million in Capital Through Crowdfunding

Dawn Dickson, founder of Popcom, which has raised $2.3 million crowdfunding

• PopCom is an automated retail company that leverages facial detection, machine learning and blockchain technology to help retailers collect valuable customer insights • In the age of COVID-19, PopCom […]

Black Entrepreneur Reveals How She Conquered Poverty and Homelessness to Become a Millionaire Real Estate Investor

Roberta Hoskie

Nationwide — The reviews are in and it’s official: Poverty Curse Broken – The Roberta Hoskie Story is a huge success! In this riveting memoir, Dr. Roberta Hoskie wants readers […]

Marketing and Launch Strategist Audria Richmond Releases New Book, “UnCloned Marketing”

Audria Richmond, author of Uncloned Marketing

Nationwide — Many people start businesses to make money and gain independence for their lives. Often times they are burned out, overwhelmed, and frustrated with their bank accounts because they […]

Local Government Refuses to Allow Black Founder to Use the Word “Chitlin” in the Name of Her Business

Shauna Anderson, founder of The Chitlin Market in PG County, Maryland

Nationwide — Over 25 years ago, Shauna Anderson created the Chitlin Market, where her staff cleaned, sold, and even shipped out the best tender chitlins all across the United States. […]

Award-Winning Black Educator's New Book Helps Parents and Teachers Talk About Race With Children

Wisdom Warrior By Mary Cole Watson

“Wisdom Warriors” by Mary Cole Watson includes the author’s acclaimed work for “The 28 Lessons Living the Mission for African American Youth” published in the Cleveland Plain Dealer Newspaper. The […]

Spoken Word Artist Claims the Most Important Missing Concept for Solving Internal Pandemic of Black People

Claire Lethal Vilain, author of No Cappin’ Don’t Test Africa

In her new book, author Claire ‘Lethal’ Vilain turns social anxiety into an introspective poetry book. Columbia, MD — A new book from seasoned Haitian spoken word artist and educator, […]

13-Year Old Girl From Chicago Shot and Killed While Making TikTok Videos Outside Her Home

Amaria Jones, black teen killed in Chicago

Chicago, IL — Amaria Jones, a 13-year old from Chicago, has reportedly died after being shot in the neck with a stray bullet while doing a popular TikTok dance right […]

Former Foster Child and Teen Parent Defies Odds, Earns Master's Degree and Writes New Book to Empower Others

Deanna Jones, author of Life After Detour

According to the National Foster Youth Institute, only 50% of foster youth finish high school and only 3% graduate from a 4-year college. Nationwide — Meet Deanna Jones, a former […]

Mom of Black Teen Millionaire to Host Free Online Family Business Summit

Raising a Mogul Family Business Summit

The Raising A Mogul Family Business Summit is set to take place online to teach parent managers how to build million-dollar brands. Nationwide — Raising A Mogul Brand Management & […]

Founder of Black Girls Invest Virtual Summit to Help Close the Wealth Gap for African American Girls

Cassandra Cummings, founder of the Black Girls Invest Summit

This year’s event is set for July 21, 2020. Nationwide — Expanding her wealth portfolio through the art of trading stocks is no new task for Cassandra Cummings, founder of […]

Mocha Moms, Nation's Oldest Support Group For Mothers of Color, Takes Practical Steps To End Police Violence

Mocha Moms protesting

Upper Marlboro, MD — As the life was being choked out of George Floyd, he called out, “Mama!” Our sons and daughters are calling for us and Mocha Moms, Inc. […]

Denver-Area Women Launch Digital Green Book Campaign to Highlight Safe, Welcoming Business and Travel Opportunities For Black Americans

Green Book Ideators, Crystal Egliand and Parker Mcmullen-Bushman

Crystal Egli and Parker McMullen-Bushman bring passion, experiences as Black women to a fundraising effort to provide a collective voice and online resource for marginalized communities Denver, CO — Birdwatching. […]

Black Women Founders Bring COVID-19 Screening Stations to Schools, Offices, Prisons and More

Carolyn Howell and Lynda Dorman

Two entrepreneurs — Lynda M. Dorman, CEO and Carolyn E. Howell, President of Orange Wall Enterprises — have made history as the first Black women to sign a distribution and […]

Black-Owned Natural Hair Care Brand Offers Franchise Opportunities to Women

Cindy Tawiah, founder of Diva By Cindy

Nationwide — In 2017, Diva By Cindy hair care products opened the first natural hair care kiosk in the Baltimore/Washington International airport. In 2019, they revolutionized the industry by launching […]

Best-Selling Author, Noreen Henry, to Host Virtual Conference Featuring African American Experts

Noreen Henry

Nationwide — Noreen Henry, founder and CEO of Victorious Living Culture, will present “Unleash Your Greatest Potential & Live Your Best Life Now!” taking place virtually on June 27th featuring […]


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 […]