Nationwide — Peter Alt, a fire chief from Long Island, New York, has been suspended after viral footage showed him cursing at a crying 10-year-old African American girl strapped to […]
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16-Year-Old Black Teen Girl Missing For Two Weeks, Her Family Says She Needs Her Meds
Nationwide — Nyla Colon, a 16-year-old African American girl from South Fulton, Georgia, has been missing for two weeks. Her family is urgently seeking help, saying that she has a […]
12-Year-Old Black Girl Dies By Suicide While Being Supervised by 15 Nurses
Nationwide — Fifteen nurses at a children’s hospital in Spokane, Washington, have all been fired after a 12-year-old African American patient, Sarah Niyimbona, died by suicide despite being under 24-hour […]
NY Times Bestselling Street Lit Author to Host Virtual Event Honoring DJs and Literature for 52nd Anniversary of Hip Hop
Nationwide — In honor of Hip-Hop’s 52nd birthday, a cultural milestone born from the heart of the Black community, bestselling author and publishing mogul Wahida Clark is uniting music, literature, […]
62-Year-Old Black Runner Breaks Record at the National Senior Games in Iowa
Nationwide — Johnnie Reid, a 62-year-old African American athlete who works at the State Attorney’s office in Naples, Florida, just broke a national record at the National Senior Games in […]
Disabled Black Woman Crowned Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi, Will Now Compete Nationally
Nationwide — Kimberly Butler, an African American woman crowned Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi, will represent the state in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition this August while promoting her platform, “Universal Design […]
Black Mom of 4 Now Homeless After Falling for Fake Apartment Scheme
Nationwide — Mary Kaphuka, an African American mother of four from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, says her family was left homeless after paying a $1,200 deposit for an apartment that turned out […]
Wingstop Employee Threw Hot Cooking Oil on Customers Over 61 Cents
Nationwide — Johnisa Herring, a 25-year-old African American Wingstop employee in Memphis, Tennessee, has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly throwing hot cooking oil on two customers during a […]
Raven Symone's Ex-Boyfriend Cheated, Then Asked Her to Be Godmother of His Baby
Nationwide — Raven Symoné shared a story about her past relationship, revealing her ex-boyfriend cheated, got another woman pregnant, and then asked her to be the baby’s godmother. She spoke […]
Woman Arrested for Pretending to Be a Nurse, She Treated More Than 4,000 Patients
Nationwide — Autumn Bardisa, a 29-year-old woman from Palm Coast, Florida, is facing serious charges after allegedly impersonating a licensed nurse and providing medical care to more than 4,000 patients […]
Black Moms Can (BMC) Program Turns Everyday Mothers into Paid Influencers, Creating a New Path to Wealth and Representation
Inclusion Solutions Incorporated (ISC) launches a people-powered alternative to fading DEI programs, starting with Black moms at the center of the movement Nationwide — As corporations slash Diversity, Equity, and […]
Black Women In Clinical Research (BWICR) Announces 3rd Annual Conference This October
Nationwide — Black Women In Clinical Research (BWICR), the leading organization dedicated to increasing representation, equity, and advancement of Black women in the clinical research industry, proudly announces its 3rd […]
Florida Man Arrested For Having Three Wives. None of Them Knew Each Other
Nationwide — Henry Betsey Jr., a 50-year-old African American man from Florida who managed to marry three different women — without any of them knowing about the others — has […]
Black Mom and Son, Grocery Store Owners Raising Funds for Youth Training Farm Near Chicago
Founder of Roots & Vine Produce & Café and Green Table Talks Launches Urgent Fundraiser to Secure 20-Acre Farm for Food Justice and Workforce Training Near Chicago Nationwide — Ena […]
White Farmers on Trial for Killing Two Black Women, Then Feeding Them to Pigs
Nationwide — A White farm owner and his farm supervisor from South Africa are on trial for allegedly shooting two Black women who entered their property and feeding their bodies […]
Salt-N-Pepa Say Their Record Label is Blocking Their Music from Streaming Amidst Lawsuit
Nationwide — Hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa says fans can’t stream some of their hit songs because of a fight with Universal Music Group. They claim the company won’t give back the […]
10-Year-Old Black Girl Farmer Makes History, Awarded Full Scholarship to HBCU
Nationwide — Kendall Rae Johnson, a 10-year-old African American girl from Atlanta, Georgia, who is known as the state’s youngest certified farmer, has been awarded a full scholarship to South […]
Trump Says Gayle King’s Career is Over and She Has “No Talent,” She Responds
Nationwide — Gayle King responded after Donald Trump claimed her career was “over” and said she had “no talent.” Trump posted the remarks on Truth Social, and King replied calmly, […]
Insightful Historical Fictional Book Emerges Amidst Removal of Stories About Slavery
Author Releases New Novel Inspired by Great-Grandparent Who Was a Literary Figure Nationwide — Andrea Blackstone has created a platform to honor her ancestors, celebrate her personal identity, showcase her […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur to Make New York Fashion Week Debut Just 6 Months After Launching Luxury Handbag Brand
Nationwide — In a remarkable feat rarely seen in the world of luxury fashion, Black entrepreneur and designer Verniese Brown will make her New York Fashion Week debut this September, […]
14-Year-Old Teen Allegedly Shot and Killed His Parents After an Argument
Nationwide — Trevor Lee, a 14-year-old African American teen from Middleburg, Florida, shot and killed his parents after an argument, then turned himself in at a nearby church, according to […]
Woman Arrested for Buying Lamborghini While Receiving Medicaid Benefits
Nationwide — Candace Taylor, an African American woman from Slidell, Louisiana, was arrested after police said she lied to get Medicaid benefits while her businesses made millions. She allegedly used […]
Groundbreaking Documentary on HIV and Aging in the Black Community Now Streaming on Prime Video
Nationwide — After more than ten years in development, Even Me the Journey, the powerful feature documentary directed by Dr. Megan T. Ebor, is now available to stream on Prime […]
8-Year-Old Track Star Wins Double Gold in USATF Youth Junior Olympics
Nationwide — 8-year-old track star Hope Bradley from Gwinnett County has captured the nation’s attention by winning double gold medals at the 2025 USATF Youth Junior Olympics. Competing against top […]
Black Woman Admitted to NYC Hospital Over 100 Days Ago, But Nobody Knows Who She Is
Nationwide — Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital in New York City is asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman of African descent who has remained hospitalized for more than […]
Alabama Black Grandma Accuses Birmingham Judge and DHR Social Workers of Abuse and Neglect
Nationwide — Lucretia J. Scott, a devoted African American grandmother from Birmingham, Alabama, is raising serious allegations of abuse, neglect, and judicial misconduct against Judge William Alan Summers and social […]
Black Author Releases New Children's Book About Friendship, Creativity, and Community
A heartwarming new children’s book is galloping into the hearts of readers. Nationwide — Have You Seen My Hat?, written by Kentucky native Ladie Warfield, is a joyful adventure celebrating […]
Ice Cube's New "War of the Worlds" Movie Harshly Criticized, Seen as a Major Disappointment
Nationwide — Ice Cube’s new sci-fi movie War of the Worlds is now streaming on Amazon Prime, but it quickly faced harsh criticism. Critics and viewers slammed the film for […]
Florida Black Mom Sent to Jail for 7 Days Because Her Lawn Had Brown Grass
Nationwide — Irena Green, an African American woman from Tampa, Florida, ended up in jail after a long fight with her homeowners’ association over small issues like brown grass and […]
Black Woman Survivor of Boating Accident in Bahamas Released From Florida Hospital
Nationwide — Hannah Smith, a 22-year-old African American woman from Tennessee who survived a devastating accident in the Bahamas, has said an emotional goodbye to the South Florida hospital where […]
Black Mom's 3-Year-Old Son Beaten to Death By Her Boyfriend While She Was at a Job Interview
Nationwide — A St. Louis man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after admitting to fatally beating his girlfriend’s 3-year-old son in 2021. Timothy Robinson, 37, pleaded guilty […]
Ray J Speaks on Rumors About Him and Whitney Houston's Death
Nationwide — Singer Ray J is clearing his name, denying long-running rumors that he was involved in Whitney Houston’s 2012 death. He says the claims are false, disrespectful, and painful […]
Meet the Black American Woman Renovating a House in Italy That She Purchased for $1 Dollar
Nationwide — Celina Sengendo, a 31-year-old African American woman from Houston, Texas, bought a home in Italy for $1.16 through a one-euro housing program. She shared her journey online after many […]
Two Black Woman-Led Organizations Recognized With Prestigious Honors in South Carolina
Nationwide — Excellence in business and service has been recognized once again across two organizations founded by Dr. Tina J. Ramsay, a former behavior specialist and award-winning educator with more than […]
Black Parents Whose Son Was Called the N-Word Say School Officials Called the Cops and Expelled Him
Nationwide — Karis Stoudamire-Phillips and her husband, Mike, two African American parents from Portland, Oregon, raised concerns after their son was called a racial slur at The Madeleine School. However, the […]
Two Black Women Who Live 50 Miles Apart Reach Rare Milestone Ages of 110 and 107
Nationwide — Willie Mae Jackson, who is from Jacksonville, Florida, and Sallie Chatman, who is from Folkston, Georgia, recently turned 110 and 107. Both women are among the oldest Black […]
Family Mourns Black Teen Killed After Truck Crashes into Bakery Where She Worked
Nationwide — Zion Branch, a 19-year-old African American teen from Humble, Texas, sadly passed away after a pickup truck crashed into the bakery where she worked. She had recently finished […]
Black Woman Freed After 11 Years in Prison as Appeals Court Reviews Hidden Evidence in Murder Case
Nationwide — Tameshia Shelton, an African American woman who served 11 years in prison after a 2009 murder conviction, has been released after a court ordered a new trial. The […]
White School Counselor Faces Charges Over Alleged Indecent Liberties With Several Students
Nationwide — Lesli Bryant, a 37-year-old school counselor in Orange County, North Carolina, who is married with three children, was arrested after allegations involving inappropriate conduct with students. She now […]
Female Founders Awarded $2.4M Contract to Boost Tourism and Hospitality in College Park, Georgia
Nationwide — Carolyn E. Howell and Amber Batchelor, founders of Destination Must Visit® Tourism Alliance, Inc., have reached a major milestone after their Black woman-led 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization was awarded […]
Mom of 1-Year-Old Boy Shot by Police Controversially Flashes Cash at Her Son's Funeral
Nationwide — Vellesiya Wiley, the 20-year-old mom of Kohen, a one-year-old boy who was shot dead by police in a Walmart parking lot over alleged stolen diapers, is under fire […]
Innocent Black Woman Arrested for Killing White Man in Parking Lot Dispute, Claims Self-Defense
Nationwide — An unidentified Black woman from North Lauderdale, Florida, has been arrested after fatally shooting Bart Diguglielmo, a 62-year-old white man, during an argument over a parking space at […]
16-Year-Old Black Teen Makes History as the Youngest Chartered Accountant in Her Country
Nationwide — Osasere Okundaye, a 16-year-old girl from Nigeria, has set a new national record after becoming the youngest chartered accountant in the country. She achieved the milestone by passing […]
Pregnant Black Woman Attacked by Dogs, Forced Her Into Emergency Delivery
Nationwide — Renee Wilson, an African American woman from Tacoma, Washington, suffered serious injuries after being attacked by two loose dogs while pregnant. Doctors later induced labor, and her baby […]
NFL Star Calais Campbell's Mom Found Dead in Atlanta Home, His Brother Charged with Murder
Nationwide — Nateal Campbell, the 71-year-old mother of NFL star Calais Campbell, was found dead inside her Buckhead, Atlanta home after police responded to a welfare check. Authorities later arrested […]
Black Teen Girl Who Went Missing at Age 15 Has Been Found Alive 4 Years Later
Nationwide — Joniah Walker, an African American teen from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who disappeared when she was 15 years old, was found safe four years later after going missing from her […]
Houston's Only Black Woman-Owned Hotel Celebrates 3 Years By Giving Away Free Night Stays
Nationwide — Three years after opening the doors to Wanderstay Boutique Hotel, entrepreneur Deidre Mathis continues to break barriers in an industry where Black women remain dramatically underrepresented. As the […]
White Man Gets 73 Years in Prison for Killing Three Black Girls as Grieving Mother Refuses to Forgive
Nationwide — Sean Greer, a white man from Wilton Manors, Florida, who was convicted in a deadly 2021 hit-and-run, has been sentenced to 73 years in prison. The case left […]
Black Mom of 3 Launches Free New Scholarship Program to Help 25,000 Black Families Send Their Kids to College
Nationwide — After relocating from Washington, D.C. to Atlanta, entrepreneur, insurance professional, and legacy advocate India Brown has launched the Legacy Leaders Scholarship Program, a free initiative designed to help […]
Black Woman Arrested For Charging $1K to Take the Teacher Certification Exam for Aspiring Educators
Nationwide — Kashaundra Knowles, an African American woman from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was arrested for allegedly taking teacher certification exams for other people in exchange for money. Officials said she […]
Doctors Say 13-Year-Old Black Teen Fighting Rare Leukemia Will Need Treatment for At Least Two Years
Nationwide — Jacola Youngblood, a 13-year-old African American girl from Lumberton, Mississippi, was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer after months of fatigue and weakness. Her family is […]
14-Year-Old Black Teen Girl Drowns After Jumping into a River to Rescue Her Cousin
Nationwide — Aamina Bradley, a 14-year-old African American girl from Detroit, died after jumping into the Detroit River to save her 9-year-old cousin during a family gathering at Maheras-Gentry Park. The […]
Kirk Franklin Nearly Lost His Temper After a Street Pastor Insulted His Wife
Nationwide — Singer Kirk Franklin nearly lost his temper after a man confronted him following a canceled performance in Philadelphia. The tense exchange ended with security stepping in after the […]
Singer Alicia Keys Reveals Why She Told Her Dad to Stay Out of Her Life
Nationwide — Alicia Keys says she cut ties with her father when she was 13 years old after years of absence and repeated broken promises. A new documentary revisits the […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Company Receives Prestigious Award for Excellence in Neurodivergent Support
Nationwide — Alana Simpson, an African American Board-Certified Autism Technician and the Founder of Spectrum Protection, is proud to announce that her California-based company has been recognized by the Evergreen […]
Entrepreneur Makes History, Opens the Newest Black-Owned Medical Staffing Agency in Maryland
Nationwide — Dr. Maxine Bennett-Marsh, a clinician, CEO, community advocate, and visionary leader, is also now the Founder of Orion Medical Network LLC, the newest Black-owned medical staffing agency in […]
Black Mom Found Not Guilty Despite Killing Her 15-Month-Old Baby and Stabbing Her Husband
Nationwide — Precious Bland, a 43-year-old African American mother from Miami, Florida, was found not guilty by reason of insanity after a deadly 2021 attack that left her toddler daughter […]
Family Mourns 12-Year-Old Black Girl Killed After Her Motorized Scooter Crashed into a School Bus
Nationwide — A 12-year-old African American girl from Haverhill, Massachusetts, sadly passed away after a motorized scooter she was riding with another child crashed into a school bus. Both children […]
Black Mom Still Searching for Her Missing Daughter After 43 Years, Believes She's Still Alive
Nationwide — Kathy Teague, an African American mother from Chicago, Illinois, has been searching for her daughter for 43 years after she disappeared from a housing complex in 1983. She […]
Black Woman Who Looks White Reveals What White People Often Secretly Say to Her
Nationwide — Miriam Zinter, an African American woman from New York who is often mistaken for white, says her daily life is shaped by how people react to her appearance. She […]
7 Employees Plead Guilty in $25M Tax Credit Fraud Scheme in North Carolina
Nationwide — Eight African American tax preparers in North Carolina have pleaded guilty to their roles in a multimillion-dollar tax credit fraud scheme during the pandemic that cost the IRS […]
18-Year-Old Black Student Allegedly Left to Die After Hazing Ritual, Family Files Lawsuit
Nationwide — Savanna Jones, an 18-year-old African American freshman at Wilberforce University in Ohio, allegedly died after taking part in a hazing ritual on campus. Her family has filed a […]
Missing Pregnant Black Teen Found in River in 1975 Finally Identified After 50 Years
Nationwide — More than five decades after her body was pulled from the Mississippi River, authorities have identified a teenage homicide victim who had long been known only as “Jane […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Turns Personal Hair Struggle into Luxury Botanical Brand Redefining Scalp Care
Nationwide — For years, Aurora Dixon wore her locs and ponytails pulled tight. It wasn’t the locs themselves that caused the damage — locs, when properly maintained, can be a […]