Nationwide — African American actress and entrepreneur Vivica A. Fox is warning women against dating rappers, including 50 Cent, saying relationships with them can bring drama and heartbreak, based on […]
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Wendy Williams' Neurologist Says She Doesn't Have Frontotemporal Dementia
Nationwide — Television personality and former talk show host Wendy Williams is fighting to regain control of her life and finances after more than three years under a court-ordered guardianship. […]
Man Arrested Twice Within 24 Hours for Attacking the Same Woman Twice
Nationwide — James Bowman III, a 40-year-old African American man from Waldorf, Maryland, was arrested twice in less than 24 hours after attacking the same woman. Police say he assaulted […]
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Overturn Verdict That He Sexually Abused and Defamed Magazine Columnist E. Jean Carroll
Nationwide — President Trump has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a $5 million verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll, arguing that key […]
Black Celebrity Red Carpet Correspondent Selected to Cover Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards
Nationwide — ShaDonna “Mo” McPhaul, widely recognized as The Mo You Know, has been selected to serve as a red carpet correspondent for the Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards, presented […]
Kenny Lattimore and His Wife, Judge Faith, Expose People Spreading False Rumors About Their Marriage
Nationwide — Attorney Faith Jenkins-Lattimore and singer Kenny Lattimore are fighting back against false stories about their marriage circulating on YouTube. Anonymous channels posted videos claiming cheating, divorce, and personal drama, […]
"Teacher of the Year" Suspended After Allegedly Trying to Run Over Her Baby Daddy
Nationwide — Sade Delesia Nacheyle Nelson, a 37-year-old African American who was named 2025 Teacher of the Year at St. John’s High School in Charleston, South Carolina, has been placed on […]
Black Metro Bus Driver, Mom of 3 Killed in Hit-and-Run While on Break
Nationwide — Tanya Perry, an African American mother of three and a Los Angeles Metro bus operator, was killed in a hit-and-run crash while on break in Eagle Rock. Her […]
Two Black Women from the Same City Turn 100 Years Old Together
Nationwide — Two African American women from Mississippi, Lizzie Adkins and Amanda Page, turned 100 together and celebrated the occasion at a senior center in Tampa, Florida. Surrounded by family, […]
Kim Kardashian Fails the Bar Exam as She Seeks to Become a Lawyer
Nationwide — Kim Kardashian revealed that she did not pass the California bar exam but remains committed to becoming a licensed attorney. The 45-year-old reality TV star and entrepreneur, who […]
Meet Two Young Black MAGA Fans Who Want to Grow Trump's Movement
Nationwide — CJ Pearson and Janiyah Thomas are among a new generation of young Black conservatives gaining national attention for their outspoken support of President Trump and their efforts to […]
Black Woman Dies in Crash That Caused Her Vehicle to Flip Twice, But Her Baby Survived
Nationwide — The family and community of Morgan Ray, a 37-year-old African American assistant middle school principal from Aurora, Colorado, are mourning her tragic death following a car crash on […]
Order for Trump to Fund SNAP Benefits Halted by Only Black Female Judge on U.S. Supreme Court
Nationwide — Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the only African American female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, stepped in to temporarily block a lower court’s order that would have required […]
Babysitter Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing 22-Month-Old Boy in Michigan
Nationwide — Kimora Hodges, a 24-year-old African American woman from Roseville, Michigan, will spend the rest of her life in prison for killing a toddler she was hired to care […]
Black Dad Killed for Reporting His Teen Daughter's Rape and Refusing $12K Bribe
Nationwide — Kcoree Warren, an African American father from Ferguson, Missouri, was shot and killed after reporting the rape of his 15-year-old daughter and rejecting a $12,000 bribe to stay […]
Woman Arrested for Threatening to Blow Up Jail If Inmates Aren't Released By Midnight
Nationwide — Kelvionia Townsend, a 23-year-old African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, was arrested after police said she threatened to blow up Jail East if inmates were not released by […]
White Teacher Shot By 6-Year-Old Student Awarded $10M After Suing Black School Principal
Nationwide — Abby Zwerner, a former teacher from Newport News, Virginia, won $10 million in a lawsuit against her school’s assistant principal, Ebony Parker, who is Black, after being shot […]
B.E. Academy for Girls Named Contender for Prestigious $1 Million Yass Prize
Nashville’s first new all-girls school in over 70 years recognized among the nation’s most innovative education providers. Nationwide — B.E. Academy for Girls, an independent, culturally responsive STEAM school in […]
Black Woman Wrongfully Arrested for Charges Meant for White Woman With the Same Name
Nationwide — Nickie Sledge, a 49-year-old African American woman from Canton, Georgia, says she was wrongfully arrested and jailed after police mistook her for a White woman from Kentucky who has […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy from St. Louis Assaulted and Strangled By His Babysitter
Nationwide — Bre’Yon Wells, a two-year-old African American boy from St. Louis, Missouri, was sexually assaulted and strangled to death by his babysitter, a man his mother trusted while she […]
White Teacher Who Had Inappropriate Relationship with Student Won't Have to Register As Sex Offender
Nationwide — Kayla Nicole O’Dell, a 34-year-old teacher from Kilgore, Texas, who is White, will not be required to register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to having an […]
Two Black Women Make History as the First Black Mayors of Albany and Syracuse, New York
Nationwide — Sharon Owens and Dorcey Applyrs made history in New York’s Nov. 4 election, becoming the first Black mayors of Syracuse and Albany. Both women won their Democratic races and […]
Black Author Receives Reader’s House Magazine Editor’s Choice Award of Literary Excellence
Nationwide — Judy Jackson Winston, a Behavioral Health Fiction Author and Licensed Independent Social Worker and Attorney, has been honored by Reader’s House Magazine (London, UK) with its Editor’s Choice […]
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. […]
Rapper Nicki Minaj Praises Trump For Threatening Military Action in Nigeria
Nationwide — Nicki Minaj praised President Trump for threatening military action against Nigeria over what he described as the “slaughter” of Christians. She said his message made her thankful to […]
Brandy and Ray J Reunite on Stage After Months of Family Tension
Nationwide — Brandy and Ray J reunited on stage during her Atlanta concert, marking their first public appearance together after months of family tension. The siblings hugged in front of cheering […]
Black Female MAGA Supporter Who Trump Ignored Loses Election for Governor of Virginia
Nationwide — Abigail Spanberger, a 46-year-old former CIA operative and three-term congresswoman, is Virginia’s next governor — defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, a vocal MAGA supporter who sought to […]
Mary Sheffield Makes History as Detroit's First Ever Black Female Mayor
Nationwide — In a landmark victory, Mary Sheffield has been elected as the first female mayor in Detroit’s 323-year history. The 37-year-old City Council President, known for her lifelong dedication […]
Toni Braxton Opens Up About Marriage to Birdman, Talks About Their Secret Wedding
Nationwide — Toni Braxton is opening up about her marriage to rapper Birdman, revealing how their decades-long friendship slowly turned into love, their secret 2024 wedding, and the challenges they faced […]
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 […]
Single Black Mom of 4 Gifted a New Home After Years of Struggling
Nationwide — Taleah Mitchell, an African American single mother of four from Cincinnati, Ohio, received the keys to her new home after years of constant moving. The house was built […]
Black Female Student from Memphis Making History as a Rhodes Scholarship Finalist
Nationwide — Elyse Warren, an African American college student from Memphis, Tennessee, has been named a Rhodes Scholarship finalist, recognized for her academic excellence and leadership as she prepares to […]
D4vd Was Promoting His Music on TikTok Around the Time of Celeste Rivas' Murder
Nationwide — D4vd promoted his debut album Withered on social media around the same time that prosecutors allege Celeste Rivas was last seen at his Hollywood Hills rental. He has multiple […]
Black Attorney/ Professor Releases New Book to Honor Protesters Who Died for Justice
Nationwide — Author, professor, and legal historian Gloria J. Browne-Marshall announced the creation of Martyrs Day, a national day of remembrance, honoring protesters who died in the struggle for justice […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Says He Doesn't Date Women Over 40 Because They're "Unromantic"
Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy once again faced online debate after saying he prefers not to date women over 40, pointing to compatibility and lifestyle differences. His comments spread quickly […]
Rapper Akon Defends His Views About Polygamy Again, Says Men and Women Are Not Equal
Nationwide — Akon sparked debate again after defending polygamy and saying men and women are not equal, linking his views to nature and how he believes relationships are structured. His remarks […]
Founder of Black-Owned Dermatology Center Expands Services, Launches Hair Loss Center
Nationwide — Dina D. Strachan, MD, a Harvard-educated, board-certified dermatologist, is the Founder and CEO of Aglow Dermatology, a leading Black-owned dermatology practice in Manhattan, NYC. Recently, she announced the […]
Woman Who Accused Justin Fairfax of Raping Her, "There Were Decades of Signs"
Nationwide — The attorney for Meredith Watson, the woman who had accused Justin Fairfax of rape, said there were decades of warning signs before hr killed his wife and himself. […]
Black Mom Speaks Out After Her 23-Year-Old Son Was Killed in County Jail
Nationwide — Tabitha Tatum, an African American mother of 23-year-old Jaylien Kimble, who died while in custody at Dyer County Jail, is calling for answers after officials opened a homicide […]
First Black Woman to Register a Drone Academy in Texas is Now Featured on Daymond John's Next Level CEO
Nationwide — Steffanie Rivers is making history. As the founder and CEO of TCB Drones, she became the first Black woman in Texas to register a drone academy. That barrier-breaking […]
Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism
Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]
Dr. Erica Schwartz Makes History as the First Black Woman to Lead the CDC
Nationwide — Dr. Erica Schwartz is President Trump’s pick to lead the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention. The nomination comes as vaccine policy debates intensify following recent […]
White Woman Files Discrimination Case After Being Denied Entry to Black Infant Health Program
Nationwide — Erica Jimenez, a white Hispanic woman from Pasadena, California, has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit after being denied entry into the state’s Black Infant Health program. She argues […]
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and Wife Die in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Their Home
Nationwide — Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax had reportedly maxed out a $30K credit card and was not paying child support when he fatally shot his wife, Dr. Cerina […]
19-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Found Dead After Shooting, Neighbors Heard a Scream
Nationwide — Kiriyanah Harris, a 19-year-old African American nursing student from Huntsville, Alabama, was found dead inside her home on Tuesday evening after a shooting. Neighbors say they heard a disturbing […]
Black Grandma Strikes Back After Being Targeted with Fake Call About Her Grandson
Nationwide — Crysta Willis, an African American grandmother from Cleveland, Ohio, got a fake call from someone claiming to be a deputy. The caller said her grandson had caused a […]
Respected Black Judge in Georgia Sadly Dies After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — Deborah R. Fluker, an African American judge in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit Superior Court in Georgia, has died after a battle with cancer. The Gwinnett legal community is […]
Gospel Singer Tina Campbell’s Husband Files for Divorce After 25 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Gospel singer Trecina “Tina” Campbell is being divorced by her husband, Glendon Campbell, who filed to end their marriage following more than two decades together. He cited irreconcilable […]
Black Mental Health Expert and Educator Shares Powerful Insight on Adolescence, Isolation and Social Media
Nationwide — As concerns grow around adolescent mental health, new insights from Dr. Shantalea Johns, Ed.D, LMSW, highlight a troubling reality. Many young people are navigating social isolation and loneliness […]
Black Entrepreneur Named SBA Small Business Person of the Year, to Represent Mississippi in Washington, D.C.
The Pearl, Mississippi-based founder of Strands of Faith, will travel to Washington, D.C. during National Small Business Week to represent the state on a national stage. Nationwide — Ameka Coleman, […]
Fired Black Teacher Moves Forward With Her Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against California School District
Nationwide — An ongoing federal civil rights lawsuit against Hemet Unified School District is drawing increasing national attention as serious allegations emerge involving racial hostility in classrooms, failure to enforce […]
Case of 8-Year-Old Black Girl Who Went Missing 12 Years Ago in DC Has Still Not Been Solved
Nationwide — Relisha Rudd, an African American girl from Washington, D.C., was 8 years old when she disappeared in 2014 from a homeless shelter in the city. Twelve years later, authorities […]
9-Year-Old Black Girl Who Disappeared 26 Years Ago Is Still Missing, Family Ups the Reward to $100K
Nationwide — Asha Degree, an African American girl from Cleveland County, North Carolina, has been missing for more than 26 years after she disappeared at age 10 on Valentine’s Day […]
Black Woman Who Suffered 33 Years in a Narcissistic Relationship is Now Helping Others to Recognize the Pattern
Nationwide — After spending 33 years in a marriage with a narcissist, Dr. Tijuani Phelps Jackson is now helping others recognize that pattern and reclaim their peace through her book, […]
Woman Mistakenly Paid $1,650 an Hour Instead of $16.50 Arrested After Refusing to Return Money to Employer
Nationwide — Rene Nichole Coleman, a 50-year-old woman from Arkansas, was arrested after authorities said she kept more than $19,000 that was accidentally overpaid to her due to a payroll error. […]
Tennis Star Coco Gauff Responds to Criticism Over Her Natural Hair in Luxury Fashion Ad
Nationwide — Tennis star Coco Gauff responded to criticism over her natural hair in a Miu Miu handbag campaign. She addressed comments on TikTok, defending her 4C hair and saying it […]
Nigerian Pastor Criticized for Paying an Older Church Member to Marry His Non-Verbal, Autistic Son
Nationwide — Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, a Nigerian pastor, is facing global backlash after arranging a marriage for his non-verbal, autistic adopted son. He later officiated the wedding, triggering debate over […]
School Employee Accused of Hiring a Student to Kill Her Husband for $2K
Nationwide — Stephanie Demetrius, an African American staff member at a high school in Columbus, Ohio, is accused of asking a student to kill her husband in exchange for $2,000. […]
Black Couple Debuts New Gullah Geechee Seasoning Line and Barbecue Sauces
Nationwide — Latanya and Michael Allen are the Founders of Tastee Treats, a Black family-owned business that was founded on the principles of maintaining Gullah Geechee foods and cultural traditions, […]
Meet the Black Mom Redefining Herbal Wellness Nationally While Raising a Child on the Spectrum
Dallas, Texas-based RN Cherie Sanders turns personal adversity into a thriving wellness movement rooted in education, culture, and community healing. Nationwide — In an era where many are seeking natural […]
88-Year-Old Missing Black Mom Found Dead in Home, Her Son Charged With Murder
Nationwide — Daniest Graves, an 88-year-old African American woman from Chicago, Illinois, has been found dead in her home after being reported missing for nearly two weeks. Her son, 66-year-old […]
Young Black Mom Loses Housing Assistance After Starting New Job, Says She Feels "Punished"
Nationwide — Jaela Jackson, a 22-year-old African American mother from Jacksonville, Florida, is now facing eviction after her rental assistance approval was reversed when she started a new job. She […]
31-Year-Old Black Influencer Dies Suspiciously, Her Family Questions Her White Boyfriend’s Story
Nationwide — Ashlee Jenae, an African American woman from Miami, Florida, was found dead while on a luxury trip in Tanzania after celebrating her 31st birthday and engagement. Her family […]
Pregnant Rapper ‘Siditty’ Killed in Atlanta, Shot 4 Times in the Face
Nationwide — Qualeisha Barnes, an African American rapper from Detroit, Michigan, who was pregnant, died in Atlanta, Georgia, after a shooting inside a car. Police say she was shot four […]