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Young Black Couple From DC on a Mission to Help Entrepreneurs Build Wealth in Cannabis and Crypto

Tre'Von and Mercedes Dorsey, founders of CEED

Nationwide — 31-year-old Tre’Von Dorsey and his wife, 34-year-old Mercedes Teasley-Dorsey, are the founders of CEED, a Black-owned AI-backed, cloud-based digital ecosystem built to help other Black entrepreneurs and innovators […]

10-Year-Old Black Girl Makes History, Lands Major Book Distribution Deal in Hundreds of Stores

Nyla Johnson, author of First Day of Kindergarten book

Nationwide — Nyla Johnson, a 10-year-old author and entrepreneur from Rochester, Michigan, is celebrating that her books are being distributed and sold at more than 250 Meijer store locations across […]

Author Empowers Black Women in New Book That Addresses Infidelity, Alcoholism and Abortion

Lauren Wilson, author of Bougie Down Blues book

Nationwide — Lauren Wilson’s new book, Afro-Bougie Blues: A Collection of Short Fiction, a collection of twelve short stories about ordinary Black women and men meeting life’s challenges. Each story […]

These Siblings Are Helping Formerly Incarcerated Women and Veterans Who Are Homeless and/or Mentally Ill

Clyde Beasley and his sister, founders of Prison Reform Project

Nationwide — Meet Clyde Beasley and Kim Gobert, two siblings from Southern California who are the founders of The Prison Reform Project. Their 501(C)3 non-profit organization is a movement that […]

Meet the First Black Deaf Person to Receive a Ph.D. in Canada

Jenelle Rouse

Nationwide — In 2020, Jenelle Rouse made history as the first Black deaf person to receive a Ph.D. in the country of Canada. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy from […]

Black Woman with Doctorate Degree Makes History, Wins 3 Pageant Titles in One Year

Dr. Chanell Dingle-Sermon

Nationwide — Meet Dr. Chanell Dingle-Sermon, an African American woman from Columbia, South Carolina who holds a Doctor of Education degree, and has made history by becoming a three-time pageant […]

Black Teen From North Carolina Becomes Fastest 16-Year-Old in the Country

Antwan Hughes, Jr.

Nationwide — Antwan Hughes Jr., a 16-year-old African American teen from Winston Salem, North Carolina, now holds the title of the fastest 16-year-old in the United States after setting a […]

HBCU Grad Celebrates 3rd Season of TV Talk Show About Caregiving for People with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Dr. Macie P Smith

Nationwide — Dr. Macie P. Smith, a graduate with two degrees from South Carolina State University, a Historically Black College/University (HBCU) in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is celebrating the third season […]

Female Founder Makes History, Raises $1.5 Million in Funding for Black Woman-Owned Businesses

Dr. Cameka Smith, founder of BOSS Network

Nationwide — Dr. Cameka Smith, CEO and Founder of The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and event-based […]

Black Teen From Canada Wins $10K Scholarship For Making Her Prom Dress From Duct Tape

Chidinma Onwuliri

Nationwide — Chidinma Onwuliri, a 17-year-old high school student from Toronto, Canada, is one of two winners of a $10,000 college scholarship award for making their prom outfits completely out […]

77-Year-Old Educator Makes History, Helps Black Children in Oakland Improve Their Reading Proficiency By 3 or 4 Grade Levels

Rosa Higgs and her students

Nationwide — Meet Rosa Higgs, a renowned education expert and the founder of the Read in 40 Hours or Less workbook series and teaching method. At 77 years old, she […]

7-Year-Old Black Girl Makes History as the Fastest Kid in the Nation, Breaks Junior Olympics Record

Dakota White

Nationwide — Dakota White, a 7-year-old African American girl from Dallas, Texas, is making history as the fastest kid in the nation. She recently set a new national record for […]

Single Mom of 2 Opens First Black-Owned Pediatric Practice in Galveston County, Texas

La Tosha Holmes, founder of iCare Pediatrics in Galveston County, Texas

Nationwide — Meet La Tosha Holmes, CPNP-PC, a Certified Nurse Practitioner from Webster, Texas, who at 42 years old has launched iCare Pediatrics, the first ever Black-owned pediatric practice in […]

Black Woman Catches White Passenger Sending a Racist Text Message About Her on a Flight

Riah Elese, Black woman with braids on flight with racist white passengers

Nationwide — Riah Elese, an African American woman from Texas who was traveling on a flight, recorded and posted a video on TikTok of a white passenger that she caught […]

19-Year-Old Black Teen Makes History, Beats Over 50,000 Applicants to Win UK and Ireland Scholarships

Oluwafunmilayo Oni

Nationwide — Oluwafunmilayo Oni, a 19-year-old student from Nigeria, has won both the UK Government Chevening Scholarship and a scholarship from the government of Ireland on the same day. All […]

2-Year-Old Black Girl Makes History With Super High IQ Score

Kashe Quest

Nationwide — In 2021, Kashe Quest, a 2-year-old from California, recorded a super high IQ of 146 and joined Mensa, making her the youngest American member of the prestigious oldest […]

82 and 77-Year Old Black Female Swimmers Make History After Competing in National Senior Games

Ann Smith and Madeline Murphy Rabb

Nationwide — Ann Smith (age 82) and Madeline Murphy Rabb (age 77) are two African American swimmers who competed in the 2022 National Senior Games and were the only Black […]

27-Year-Old Quits Corporate Job, Builds Her Own Empire, Now Giving $25K in Funding to Black Entrepreneurs

Mandy Bowman

Nationwide — Meet Mandy Bowman, the founder and CEO of the Official Black Wall Street (OBWS) app. In 2017, when she was 27, she quit her corporate job as a […]

Founder of Black Woman-Owned Mortgage Company Helping Homebuyers in Philadelphia Get $10K Grants

Lisa K. Farrell, founder of Lisa Home Mortgage

Nationwide — Lisa K. Farrell, founder and CEO of Lisa Home Mortgage, a Black-owned federal and multi-state licensed mortgage company, is working with first-time homebuyers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to help […]

Meet the Executive Coach Who Helped Black Women Get $10 Million in Salary Raises During the Pandemic

Cristy Rutherford

Nationwide — The effects of the pandemic will be felt for years to come but it pales in comparison with everything that’s going on today. While many women were losing […]

Largest Black-Owned Law Firm in California Led by Father-Daughter Duo Recognized by American Institute of Trial Lawyers

Zulu Ali and Whitney Ali

Nationwide — Led by attorney Zulu Ali and his daughter, attorney Whitney Ali, the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, the largest Black-owned law firm in California’s Inland […]

Entrepreneur’s New Skincare Line Nourishes Black Women’s Skin With Non-Toxic Products

Naeemah Abdur Rauf, founder of Ekhambee skincare products

Nationwide — Meet Naeemah Abdur Rauf, founder and CEO of Ekhambee, a brand-new skincare line specifically created to nourish Black women’s skin. Her products are non-toxic, cruelty-free, natural, and perfect […]

Black Dadpreneur, Designer of Luxury 'Africa Bags,' Says He Named His Youngest Daughter 'Africa' as an Inspiration

Archyn Orijin and his daughters

Nationwide — Ghanian designer Archyn Orijin is the inventor of the popular Africa-shaped genuine leather bags being sold worldwide. As the founder and CEO of Orijin Culture, he designs and […]

Speakers Magazine Celebrates Five Years With a Tribute to Black Entrepreneurs Like Dr. Stacie NC Grant

Stacie NC Grant on the cover of Speakers Magazine

The International Speaker Recently Elected the 26th International President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated in Philadelphia at their Grand Boulè. Nationwide — Dr. Stacie N.C. Grant, the cover story […]

Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Who Quit a $40K Corporate Job and Made $100K in Less Than 6 Months

Patrice Stewart

Nationwide — Patrice Stewart is an experienced professional with over 18 years in the accounting, banking, and tax industries. In 2008, while still working a corporate job, she started a […]

Entire Police Department in North Carolina Resigns After First Black Woman Town Manager Hired

Justine Jones

Nationwide — The entire police department of a small town in Kenly, North Carolina has reportedly resigned in an apparent protest against Justine Jones, a Black woman who was hired […]

Mom Partners With 9-Year-Old Daughter to Launch New Collection of Back-to-School Gear

Chrishonda Benson and her daughter, Maria

Nationwide — Chrishonda Benson, founder and CEO of Pretty Dope Society, has partnered with her 9-year-old daughter, Mariah, to launch a new line of backpacks with a whole lot of […]

9-Year Old Black Girl Wins Major UK Math Competition, Beats 450 Students

Danielle Boadu

Nationwide — Danielle Boadu, a 9-year-old girl from the United Kingdom, has won this year’s “Sum It Up” national math competition, outdoing over 450 students in the category.

Althea Gibson Autobiography “I Always Wanted to Be Somebody” Re-Released

Althea Gibson: I Always Wanted to Be Somebody

Nationwide — I Always Wanted To Be Somebody, the autobiography of tennis legend Althea Gibson, has been re-released by New Chapter Press.

Black Entrepreneur Takes Hair Care Industry By Storm, Launches All-Natural Wave Pomade With Organic Ingredients

Umar Clark, founder of Sheesh 360

Nationwide — Meet Umar Clark, the founder and CEO of Sheesh 360, an all-natural wave pomade brand that everyone in the hair wave community is talking about. His 100% organic […]

Founders Launch Fastest Growing Black-Owned Community of Mental Health Professionals

Lisa Savage and Kim Knight, founders of Clinicians of Color

Nationwide — Clinicians of Color is a community of mental health professionals whose mission is to connect BIPOC mental health communities to services. Clinicians of Color was founded by Lisa […]

13-Year-Old Makes History as the Youngest Black Person to Get Accepted into Medical School

Alena Analeigh

Nationwide — Meet Alena Analeigh who has made history at the age of 13 as the youngest African American to ever be accepted into medical school. Just one year after […]

18-Year-Old Black Teen, Aspiring Basketball Player Killed in Atlanta Drive-By Shooting

Sekya Smith

Nationwide — Sekya Smith, an 18-year-old African American teen from Atlanta, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on Christmas Eve while outside at a friend’s house. Her mother, Brittany, […]

Patrick Mahomes and Wife Brittany Prepare to Welcome Third Baby Amid NFL Season

Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany

Nationwide — Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany are excited to welcome their third child soon. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback revealed that preparing for the baby’s arrival while balancing […]

Single Black Mom Denied a Promotion, Sues PNC Bank Over Alleged Discrimination

Brandie Falice

Nationwide — Brandie Falice, who is from Atlanta, Georgia, filed a lawsuit against PNC Bank, alleging she was denied a promotion because she is a single African American mother despite […]

23-Year-Old Black Woman Who Feared Disappearing Has Been Missing for Two Months

Jahnay Bryan

Nationwide — Jahnay Bryan, a 23-year-old African American graduate of Cornell University, has been missing for more than two months, and her family fears that she may be in danger. […]

Black Mom from California Banned from School After Complaining About Bullying of Her Daughter

Semira

Nationwide — Kavon Ward, an African American mother from Culver City, California, plans to take legal action after her 7-year-old daughter, Semira, endured two years of bullying at her local […]

Black Woman-Owned CreditRich Opens Historic $100M Investment Round at $1B Valuation and Welcomes New Board Member Rudy Terrazas

Angel Rich, founder of CreditRich

Nationwide — CreditRich, the first Black woman-owned neo-bank, that allows users to round up their spare change to pay their bills intelligently and optimize their credit scores as fast as […]

Travis Hunter Deactivates Instagram Account After Criticism About His Fiancée Leanna Lenee

Travis Hunter and his fiancee, Leanna Lenee

Nationwide — Travis Hunter, the Heisman Trophy winner and college football star, has deactivated his Instagram amid persistent online criticism of his fiancée, Leanna Lenee.

Singer Eddie Levert's Daughter, Ryan, Dies at the Age of 22

Eddie Levert and his daughter Ryan

Nationwide — Eddie Levert’s daughter, Ryan Levert, has died at the age of 22 after battling lupus. Eddie has been mourning the death of his children for years, as Ryan […]

Attorney Tony Buzbee Fires Back at Jay-Z Despite His Client Having "Mistakes" in Her Story

Attorney Tony Buzbee and Jay-Z

Nationwide — Attorney Tony Buzbee who is representing multiple accusers of Diddy is countering Jay-Z and his team’s misconduct allegations by describing their request for sanctions as “frivolous.” He asserts […]

Haitian Immigrant Finds Success With All-Natural Skincare Line Helping 31 Million Americans Suffering From Eczema

Jocelyne Firmin

Nationwide — Jocelyne Firmin, a Haitian-born entrepreneur and devoted mother, has turned her personal journey into a powerful mission to provide relief for millions of Americans suffering from eczema. Her […]

Cassandra Hill Honored with Prestigious Black Woman-Owned Brand of the Year Award

Cassandra Hill

Nationwide — Cassandra Hill, a trailblazer in the entrepreneurial world, has been recognized with the esteemed “Black Woman Owned Brand of the Year” award by the I’m Loving Me Project. […]

Essence Atkins Reveals Why She Has Been Celibate for 4 Years

Essence Atkins

Nationwide — Actress Essence Atkins, now 52 years old, has revealed her secret to looking ageless. During a recent interview, she also shared that she has been abstaining from sex […]

34-Year-Old Black Woman Makes History as the Oldest Winner of Miss France Pageant

Angelique Angarni-Filopon

Nationwide — Angelique Angarni-Filopon, 34, has made history as the oldest woman to win the Miss France crown. Hailing from Martinique, she won the Miss France 2024 pageant, which recently […]

Black Woman Sadly Killed While Attending a Wake at a Church in London

Michelle Sadio

Nationwide — Michelle Sadio, a 46-year-old Black woman, was tragically killed in a triple shooting outside a church in London, England on Saturday night. Two men, both in their 30s, […]

Gayle King Celebrates 70th Birthday with Surprise Party from Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King

Nationwide — Gayle King celebrated turning 70 with a surprise party thrown by her longtime best friend, Oprah Winfrey. King, who thought she was just attending a holiday party, was […]

Chance The Rapper's Wife Files for Divorce After 5 Years of Marriage

Chance The Rapper and his wife, Kirsten Coley

Nationwide — Chance the Rapper and his wife, Kirsten Corley, are officially ending their marriage after just five years. Kirsten reportedly was the one who filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable […]

Two Black Teens From New Orleans Killed in Car Crash Involving Shoplifting Suspect

Giselle Smith and Semaj Morris

Nationwide — Giselle Smith and Semaj Morris, two African American 17-year-old teens from New Orleans, Louisiana, were killed in a crash on December 11. The crash happened when their car […]

Mortgage-Free Black Author to Host Free Masterclass on How to Pay Off a 30-Year Mortgage Fast

Mujiba Salaam Parker

Nationwide — Mujiba Salaam Parker, who was formerly homeless, bankrupt, and on welfare, but still managed to pay off her 30-year mortgage in less than three years, is excited to […]

3-Year-Old Girl From Texas Beats Cancer, Celebrates Finishing Chemotherapy

Samiyah Fowler

Nationwide — Late last year, SaMiyah Fowler, a 3-year-old African American girl from Killeen, Texas, finally beat cancer after completing her chemotherapy treatments. Her family happily celebrated as she rang […]

Black Parents Killed in Fiery Tesla Crash, Leave Behind Two Children

Jahmale and Tracey Ledeatte

Nationwide — Jahmale and Tracey Ledeatte, who are from New Rochelle, New York, died in a tragic car crash on December 3rd. The couple, ages 46 and 44, were killed […]

Dr. Umar Johnson Questions the Allegations Against Jay-Z, Reviews All the Facts

Dr. Umar Johnson

Nationwide — Dr. Umar Johnson, a respected psychologist, educator, and community advocate, on a recent episode of The Art of Dialogue podcast, has weighed in on the sexual assault allegations […]

Two Black Mompreneurs Collaborate, Launch New Thrive Culture Box For Black Children

Dr. Anndretta and Stacy Kirk

Nationwide — Parents and other family members can now give children ages four and up the gift of learning and celebrating Black culture. Two Los Angeles-based moms, Dr. Anndretta and […]

Jay-Z’s Accuser is Now Admitting to “Mistakes” About Her Allegations

Jay-Z

Nationwide — The 38-year-old woman from Alabama who is accusing rap moguls Jay-Z and Diddy of raping her when she was 13 is not admitting to “mistakes” about the details […]

Hairstylist in Memphis Says She Was Bitten by a Client Who Refused to Pay for Braids

Latasha Dickerson and Stephanie Samuels

Nationwide — Latasha Dickerson, an African American hairstylist from Memphis, Tennessee, was attacked in her home by a client who refused to pay for her braids. The client, 30-year-old Stephanie […]

Meet the First Black Woman to Ever be Appointed Police Chief for Cincinnati State

Donna Robinson

Nationwide — Donna Robinson, an African American woman from Cincinnati, Ohio has been appointed as the new police chief for Cincinnati State, making history as the first Black woman to […]

Jay-Z's Ex-Girlfriend Speaks Out Amid Rape Allegations Against Him

Carmen Brayan

Nationwide — Carmen Bryan, who allegedly had a past romantic relationship with Jay-Z, has spoken out following the serious rape allegations against the hip-hop mogul.

Black Grandma From California Uses Section 8 Vouchers to Buy Her First Home

Bridgette Spikes

Nationwide — Bridgette Spikes, a 54-year-old African American grandmother from Victorville, California, was very grateful last year when she finally became a homeowner after decades of renting. Spikes, who is […]

15-Year-Old Black Teen From Georgia Collapses, Dies After Ambulance Delay

Amanda Sylvestor

Nationwide — Amanda Sylvester, a 15-year-old African American athlete, tragically died after collapsing during volleyball practice in College Park, Georgia. The ambulance response was delayed for over an hour before […]

Black Couple Sues Walmart After False Theft Accusation and Racial Profiling Incident

Raymond and Nekeeya Brewster with their kids

Nationwide — Raymond and Nekeeya Brewster, an African American couple from Jacksonville, Florida, filed a lawsuit against Walmart after being falsely accused of stealing children’s clothing at one of its […]

Radio Host Robin Ayers Dies at 44, One Year After Battling Cancer

Robin Ayers

Nationwide — Robin Ayers, a beloved radio host and entertainment reporter at KBLA 1580 Talk Radio in Los Angeles, has died at age 44, just one year after being diagnosed […]

Black Girl Disney Co-Founder Dies From Food Allergy at Holiday Event

Dominique Brown

Nationwide — Dominique Brown, a 34-year-old Disney influencer from California known as HellooDomo, tragically died after an allergic reaction at a holiday food event in Los Angeles. Co-founder of Black […]

Black Church Goes After Al Sharpton For Accepting $500K Donation from Kamala Harris

Al Sharpton and Kamala Harris

Nationwide — A coalition of African American churches is demanding the suspension and investigation of MSNBC host Rev. Al Sharpton, alleging that donations from Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign to […]