Nationwide — Renia Lewis, a 28-year-old African American woman from Berkeley, California, was found dead inside a hidden wall at a home in Vallejo, California, days after she went missing. […]
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7-Year-Old Black Girl Collapses and Dies at After-School Program, Family Seeks Answers
Nationwide — Precious Lewis, a 7-year-old African American girl from Evansville, Indiana, died after collapsing at an after-school care program. Her family said they are still searching for answers about […]
Nigerian News Anchor Jumped from Her Apartment and Died While Trying to Escape Armed Robbers
Nationwide — Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, a 29-year-old news anchor in Nigeria, died after falling from the third floor of her apartment in Abuja while trying to escape armed robbers who […]
Black Mom Called 911 for Help But Gets Arrested When Police See Her Home is Roach Infested
Nationwide — Calvinitri White, an African American mother of three children from Shreveport, Louisiana, spent six days in jail after police accused her of child neglect when they discovered roaches […]
Woman Accused of Causing $1K Damage at Little Caesars Over $1 Extra Sauce Fee
Nationwide — Breanna Haynes, a 32-year-old woman from Louisville, Kentucky, was arrested after police said she caused more than $1,000 in damage at a Little Caesars restaurant when she was […]
Black Mom Fights Back Against Man Who Abducted Her Daughter in Philadelphia
Nationwide — Nijah Bullock, a 28-year-old African American mother from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, confronted her neighbor after he abducted her 8-year-old daughter, sparking a standoff with police and gunfire. Thankfully, no […]
Black Female Private Investigator Lands New Netflix Series, Celebrates 15 Years as the Owner of a Detective Agency
Nationwide — Breaking stereotypes in a male-dominated industry and redefining what it means to be a private investigator, Brianne Joseph, owner of the six-figure detective agency Sly Fox Investigations, is […]
19-Year-Old Black Student and Aspiring Model Loses Legs and Fingers After Mistaking Meningitis for Flu
Nationwide — Ketia Moponda, a 19-year-old who dreamed of becoming a model, lost both legs and several fingers after mistaking meningitis for the flu. She collapsed in her college dorm […]
Pregnant Black Woman Survives Being Shot 10 Times Outside Her Home in Memphis
Nationwide — Kierra Maxwell, an African American mother from Memphis, Tennessee, was pregnant when she was ambushed in her driveway and shot ten times. Her boyfriend was killed during the […]
42-Year-Old Woman Puts Up Billboards in Her City to Find a Husband
Nationwide — Lisa Catalano, a 42-year-old woman from the Bay Area, California, launched a bold campaign to find her future husband by putting up billboards along Highway 101. The ads […]
Missing Black Mom and Her 3-Year-Old Daughter Found Dead Days After Being Reported Missing
Nationwide — Shardee McGill, a 33-year-old African American mother, and her 3-year-old daughter, Janae, from Jackson, Mississippi, were found dead in Alabama days after being reported missing from their home. […]
Bondage to Brilliance: The Foundational Black American Legacy They Tried to Bury
By Venita Maria Benitez – President, National Freedom Day Foundation Royal Descendant of the 1606 Virginia Charter and Revolutionary War Patriots Nationwide — “I am the echo of rifle fire […]
Black Mom Speaks Out: "My Daughter Was Taken by My Adoptive Parents"
Nationwide — Madison Wolfe and her husband Wesley — a proud Black and Mexican family — say they have been living a nightmare for over a year. According to Madison, […]
Serena Williams Says a Cotton Plant Decoration at NYC Hotel Makes Her Feel "Uneasy"
Nationwide — Serena Williams raised concerns after noticing a cotton plant decoration at a New York City hotel. The 43-year-old tennis legend shared videos on Instagram, telling followers the display […]
Black Founder Launches 2-Day Summit Fueling the Future of Black Indie Film and Immersive Storytelling
Nationwide — DeShuna Spencer, Founder and CEO of kweliTV and her 501(c)(3) partner, the Black Indie Creatives Coalition (BICC), have announced Black.Indie.Ignite., a two-day gathering on October 3-4, 2025, in […]
Assistant Principal Killed By Her Husband While at School in Front of Students
Nationwide — Nerissa Lee, an assistant principal at Lincoln Middle School in Berwyn, Illinois, was killed by her husband in a shooting outside the campus on Tuesday afternoon. Her mother […]
6 Years Later, the Family of Missing Black Postal Worker Still Seeking Answers
Nationwide — The family of Kierra Coles, an African American postal worker from Chicago, Illinois, is still seeking answers six years after she went missing. Coles was three months pregnant […]
Black Author Aims to Break Generational Cycles, Challenges the Prison of the Mind in Black Families
Author Jasmine Shegog’s first adult book equips readers with faith-rooted tools to heal trauma, reclaim emotional strength, and build lasting legacies. Nationwide — Author and entrepreneur Jasmine Shegog has released […]
Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Who is Mastering the Art of Building Networks and Social Media
Nationwide — Dr. Jacqueline King, PhD, is a visionary leader whose unique ability to build powerful networks and leverage social media has transformed countless lives and businesses. As the Founder […]
White Conservative Calls Rep. Jasmine Crockett a "Ghetto Black B****," Sparks Outrage
Nationwide — Conservative commentator Laura Loomer is facing heavy backlash once again after directing a racist attack toward Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett. Loomer, who has long been criticized for inflammatory […]
The World’s Largest Black Doll Show Returns to Detroit for Another Celebration of Fashion, Culture and Art
Nationwide — Sandy’s Land LLC, known for its mission to empower, entertain, and inspire, with brand products, books, art, and cultural events, is proud to announce the 2025 Black Art […]
Police Finally Identify Remains of Black Woman Who Went Missing in 1984
Nationwide — Kimberly Lawanda Carter, an African American woman who disappeared from Kansas City, Missouri, in 1984, has been identified 40 years later through advanced DNA testing. Police confirmed foul […]
Black Mom Says Her Son Was Expelled for Disarming a Classmate's Gun
Nationwide — Sakir Everett, an 11-year-old African American boy from Lansing, Michigan, who bravely disarmed a classmate with a gun, has been expelled from his school. Instead of being celebrated […]
Memphis Reporter Arrested after Deadly Crash with Motorcyclist
Nationwide — Kayla Solomon, a 29-year-old local TV reporter in Memphis, Tennessee, was arrested days after a weekend crash that killed a motorcyclist. Police said she was making a U-turn […]
28-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Fatally Stabbing Her 81-Year-Old Grandmother
Nationwide — Breante Thomas, a 28-year-old African American woman from Fort Washington, Maryland, has been arrested after police said she fatally stabbed her 81-year-old grandmother and injured another family member […]
Black Author Releases New Book About Breaking Generational Curses
Nationwide — Sernesha Burston, an African American author from Atlanta, Georgia, has released You Are The Generational Curse Breaker, a powerful, truth-telling guide for the chosen ones, the cycle shifters, […]
10 Black Moms with Kids Who Play Sports Launch New Book to Empower Other Mothers of Student-Athletes
Nationwide — Ten inspiring women have teamed up to release a powerful new book for mothers raising student-athletes: Sports Moms Playbook: A Guide To Balancing Faith, Family & Sports. Published […]
Formally Homeless Black Woman Now Helping Teens and Adults Break Free from Generational Trauma
Nationwide — Once homeless and carrying the weight of sexual assault, Angela Vance has turned her pain into purpose. Today, she is using her voice to break cycles of generational […]
Trump Publicly Insults Yet Another Black Female Reporter, Tells Her She's "Obnoxious"
Nationwide — During a heated White House press conference this past Friday, President Trump clashed with Ebony McMorris, a correspondent for American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) who is one of […]
Black Woman Found Dead, Decaying in Prison Cell Weeks After Giving Birth
Nationwide — Sheqweetta Vaughan, a 32-year-old African American woman held at a northeast Georgia prison, was found dead in her cell back in July. Months after giving birth, her body […]
Meet the Black Female Police Officer Who Uses Her Photographic Memory to Fight Crime
Nationwide — Kache Fields, an African American officer with Metro Transit, uses her photographic memory to track down suspects across Washington, D.C. For seven years, she has helped close major […]
Letter Written by Black Flight Attendant Who Died in 9/11 Finally Reaches Her Son 24 Years Later
Nationwide — Jevon Castrillo, an African American man from Fort Pierce, Florida, recently received a letter his late mother, who was a flight attendant, wrote before the 9/11 attacks. The […]
Meet the Black Woman Empowering Plus-Size Women With Her Journals and Coloring Books
Nationwide — Brittany Washington, founder and CEO of My Beautiful Fluff, is celebrating a decade of entrepreneurship, more than 100 in-person community events, and the continued growth of an award-winning […]
Mom Pleads Guilty After Shooting Her 12-Year-Old Son in the Head
Nationwide — Briasha Stroud, a 29-year-old mother from Cincinnati, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to attempted murder after shooting her 12-year-old son in the head during a 2025 home incident. Prosecutors […]
Texas Parole Supervisor Fired for Posting on Social Media About Karmelo Anthony Case
Nationwide — Donna Murray Robinson, an African American parole supervisor with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, was fired after a viral social media post about the Karmelo Anthony case drew […]
Black Woman Accused of Running Over 11 Ducklings Faces 55 Years In Prison
Nationwide — Beverly Sasberry, a 64-year-old woman accused of driving over 11 ducklings in Florida, now faces multiple animal cruelty charges. She pleaded not guilty in court while prosecutors pursue […]
Daughter Uses Social Media to Track Down Mother’s Killer After a Decade
Nationwide — Kiany DeJesus, the daughter of Emilia Ignacio, who was killed in 2014, helped bring her mother’s killer to justice years later by using social media to trace his location […]
Young Black Couple Sentenced to 40 Years Each in Prison Over $30M Pandemic Pyramid Scheme
Nationwide — Marlon and LaShonda Moore, an African American couple from Frisco, Texas, received 40-year federal prison sentences for allegedly running a $30 million pandemic-era pyramid scheme. They were accused […]
Authorities Say Black Woman Believed to Have Been Killed by Her White Fiance Died from Mental Distress
Nationwide — Ashlee Jenae, a 31-year-old African American influencer found dead on a luxury trip in Tanzania with fiancé Joe McCann, was confirmed to have died by suicide. Authorities in […]
Five Black Women Friends Help Turn Community-Backed Series into Social Media Success Without Paid Advertising
Independent filmmaker Tamieka Briscoe’s new vertical series, Separate Rooms, is approaching 100,000 organic Instagram views, secured dozens of Founding Members, and has already sparked plans for Season Two production in […]
Local Clinic Owned By Black Husband and Wife Team Expands to Help Clients Nationwide
Nationwide — When the story of La Lueur Health & Wellness was first publicized, the response was overwhelming. The feature reached more than 139,000 views, generated thousands of reactions, and […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Create a Web Browser That Combines Culture, Commerce, and More
Nationwide — Aquarius Maximus, best known as a technology entrepreneur and the founder of Guapcoin, is making history again as the founder of EB (Everything Black), a new web browser […]
17-Year-Old Black Teen Shot Dead by Ex-Boyfriend While 8-Months Pregnant
Nationwide — Jariah Edwards, an African American teen from Arizona, was shot while 32 weeks pregnant after her ex-boyfriend tracked her down while on vacation in San Diego, California. Her […]
Jasmine Crockett Says the Knife Karmelo Anthony Used Was Too Small to Be a Deadly Weapon
Nationwide — Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Texas Democrat, has questioned whether the folding knife used in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf qualified as a deadly weapon. She made the remarks […]
Pregnant Black Woman Gets Life Sentence in Fatal Shooting of Another Pregnant Mom of 5
Nationwide — Aaniyah Nowden, an African American woman from Birmingham, Alabama, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Justina Wallace, another African American woman with five […]
Black Journalist, Educator, and Cultural Strategist Debuts New Book "Get the F** Out of America"
A 12-Point Plan for Black Women to Leave the Divided States, Build Wealth, and Live Their Best Lives Nationwide — Phelena Napper, journalist, educator, cultural strategist, and founder of Black […]
Black Grandma Celebrates 12 of Her Grandchildren Graduating High School at the Same Time
Nationwide — An African American family is celebrating a rare milestone as 12 grandchildren of Julia Baker, an African American grandmother from Leland, Mississippi, all graduate from high school in […]
Black Mom Rescues Her 3-Year-Old Daughter From Burning Apartment, But Suffers Severe Burns
Nationwide — Miracle Keith, an African American mother from Conway, South Carolina, saved her 3-year-old daughter, Amiri, from a burning apartment during an early morning fire on May 30. Both […]
Dad Faces Murder Charges After Killing His 4-Year-Old Daughter to Get Revenge Against His Ex
Nationwide — Rashad Dixon, a 34-year-old father from Atlanta, Georgia, faces murder charges after prosecutors allege he killed his 4-year-old daughter in a domestic violence case linked to a revenge against […]
Black Woman Educator Launches College Success Guide to Help Students Navigate College
Her new guide offers practical support for first-generation, underrepresented, and college-bound students preparing for academic success Nationwide — Dr. Kortnee Burrell, an African American woman educator, retention expert, student success […]
Black Doctor Makes History, Opens First Regenerative Aesthetic Center Dedicated Exclusively to Skin of Color
Nationwide — Melanin Aesthetics & Laser Center™ (MALC), New York City’s first regenerative aesthetic and laser center exclusively dedicated to melanin-rich skin, is setting a new standard in dermatologic and […]
Black Mom Sets Herself on Fire Inside Home, Killing Herself and Her 3-Year-Old Disabled Child
Nationwide — Destiny Wilson, a 34-year-old mother from Virginia, died after setting herself on fire inside a Hampton home. Her 3-year-old daughter with disability also died after flames spread through […]
Black Student Removed From Graduation Ceremony After Doing a Split on Stage
Nationwide — Tyvion Campbell, an African American student from Chicago, Illinois, said she was removed from her graduation ceremony after performing a split on stage. She also said school staff […]
Meet the Black Woman Building Her Media Empire to Own Her Sound, Her Screen, and Her Story
Nationwide — Media tech entrepreneur Tina Redmond has officially launched TRACC Radio TV Studios in Los Angeles, California, a full digital media and technology production company offering app development, streaming […]
Two Black Woman Founders Team Up to Launch Summer Night Market Series Spotlighting Black-Owned Brands, Food and Culture
Nationwide — Two Black women founders are joining forces once again to bring culture, commerce, and community back to the heart of Brooklyn. Mandy Bowman, Founder of Official Black Wall […]
Meet the Black Woman Strategist Advancing Advocacy for Black Families, Disability Rights, and Community Impact
Nationwide — Dr. Issata Oluwadare, speaker, strategist, professor, author, and community advocate, has recently completed the New Jersey Partners in Policymaking program, marking a meaningful new chapter in her ongoing […]
Meet the Black Attorney Building a World Class Lawyer Museum in Atlanta and Documenting the Journey in Real Time
Nationwide — Attorney, entrepreneur, and cultural strategist Tiffany M. Simmons, Esq., widely known as “The Plug’s Lawyer,” is entering a new era of institution building following official recognition from the […]
Meet the HBCU Grads Making History as the Masterminds Behind African Liberation Day 2026
Nationwide — Diallo Sumbry, an HBCU graduate of the University of DC, and Dr. Ashley Milton, an HBCU graduate of Florida A&M University, have made history as the cultural architects […]
Biracial Man from Ohio Shares Video of His White Mom Calling Him the N-Word
Nationwide — Julie Marie Windle, a white mother and nurse from Toledo, Ohio, appears in a viral video where she yells a racial slur at her biracial son, Brian Windle. […]
White Mom Received Food Stamp Benefits Using Her Missing Daughter's Name
Nationwide — Shannon Anderson, a 51-year-old woman from Nashville, Tennessee, was arrested after police accused her of collecting food stamp benefits in the name of her daughter, who has been […]
Black Influencer Sadly Dies After $10K BBL Procedure in Brazil Goes Wrong
Nationwide — Roseli Fernandes de Oliveira Romeiro Vieira, a Brazilian content creator and makeup artist, has died after a cosmetic buttock augmentation procedure in São Paulo. She had reportedly spent […]
24-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Dies in Shooting Weeks Before Graduation
Nationwide — Brooke Smith, a 24-year-old African American nursing student from Gainesville, Florida, has sadly died after a shooting at a condo complex. She was just months away from graduating […]
Black Mom of 4 Receives Heart Transplant After Her Heart Attack Was Initially Dismissed
Nationwide — Lakeisha Brown, a 44-year-old African American mother from Houston, Texas, developed severe heart failure after early symptoms were initially overlooked by doctors. She later discovered she would need a […]
Police Looking for Atlanta Woman Accused of Robbing Wells Fargo of $4,000
Nationwide — Police in Atlanta are searching for a woman accused of robbing a Wells Fargo bank on Tuesday morning. She allegedly handed a teller a note and walked away with […]