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 […]
Women
Cassandra Hill Honored with Prestigious Black Woman-Owned Brand of the Year Award
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 […]
Jay-Z Responds After Being Accused of Raping a 13-Year-Old Girl in the Year 2000 Along With Diddy
Nationwide — Shawn Carter, widely known as rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z, has been accused in a refiled lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000. The suit, initially filed against […]
Anna Kane, Ex-Wife of NHL Player, Reveals Her Identity to Accuse Diddy of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit
Nationwide — Anna Kane, former wife of NHL player Evander Kane, is one of the women accusing music mogul Diddy of sexual assault in a lawsuit. The case, which dates […]
Meet the First Black Trans Woman Elected to Chicago's Cook County Office
Nationwide — Precious Brady-Davis was recently sworn in as commissioner of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD). She is making history as the first Black transgender woman […]
First Black Director of U.S. Mint Makes History with Limited-Edition Harriet Tubman Commemorative Silver and Gold Coins Available Until December 31st
The event is part of the Young Women’s Financial Wellness Forum before the coin program ends on Dec. 31, 2024 Nationwide — The Young Women’s Financial Wellness Forum event in […]
Black Mom, Teen Son From Georgia Killed in Murder-Suicide by Her Ex-Boyfriend
Nationwide — 36-year-old Shendora Adams and her 19-year-old son, Tyiun, from Bainbridge, Georgia, were tragically killed in a murder-suicide on Thanksgiving day. Shendora’s ex-boyfriend, Jamar Calloway, reportedly shot them at […]
7-Year-Old Black Girl From Houston Killed by Alleged Drunk Driver, Mom Still Recovering
Nationwide — Ivory Giselle Smith, a 7-year-old African American girl from Houston, Texas, was tragically killed by an alleged drunk driver who ran a red light and crashed into her […]
Father and Daughter From Alabama Die in House Fire, Trying to Save Pets
Nationwide — Jimmy Walton, who is 72 years old, and his daughter, Tanya, who is 28 years old, tragically died in a house fire early Sunday morning in Georgiana, Alabama. […]
Former Kansas City Detective Accused of Abusing Black Women Found Dead Before Trial
Nationwide — After decades of waiting, at least ten African American women in Kansas City who were allegedly sexually assaulted by former detective Robert Golubski will never see justice in […]
Black Relationship Expert to Host 2-Day Event Teaching Women "How to Attract Quality Men"
Nationwide — High-achieving women searching for clarity and confidence in their dating lives now have a one-of-a-kind opportunity. Dr. Casandra “Coach Cass” Henriquez, America’s Go-To Love Coach, is hosting the […]
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Is Expected to Run for Senate, Setting Up One of Texas’ Most Closely Watched Races
Nationwide — Jasmine Crockett, a 44-year-old civil rights attorney and rising Democratic star from Texas, is weighing a defining choice that could shift the political landscape for African Americans and […]
Black Scientist Transforms Personal Hair Trauma into Natural Hair Care Innovation
Nationwide — A severe relaxer burn that once left Shawna Moses in pain has now become the catalyst for a thriving natural hair care brand. As a medical laboratory scientist […]
16-Year-Old Black Teen Gives Birth Alone, Initially Claims Baby Was Left on Porch
Nationwide — Peyton Peoples, a 16-year-old African American teen from Detroit, Michigan, gave birth at home on Thanksgiving without realizing she was pregnant. She initially told her mom the baby […]
Meet the Black Couple Turning Trials into Triumphs Through Faith and Love
A faith-driven couple shares their inspiring journey of resilience, purpose, and God-centered relationships. Nationwide — ST and Tonya Sirleaf are proof that love guided by faith can weather any storm. […]
Platform Helps Black, Haitian and Other Immigrant Salon Owners Earn Revenue Helping Their Customers Learn English
Nationwide — The owners of a minority-owned company called TutorABC Global Talent, has launched a new initiative to help Black, Haitian, and other immigrant hair and nail salon owners to […]
Men Found Not Guilty After Shooting Black Mom of 2 in the Head, Part of Her Brain Was Removed
Nationwide — Four men who were accused of shooting Sasha Johnson, an African American mother and Black Lives Matter activist, have been found not guilty after the prosecution dropped all […]
82-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Shooting Her Boyfriend at Home
Nationwide — Mattie Crockett, an 82-year-old African American woman from Sledge, Mississippi, has been charged with murder after authorities say she shot her 75-year-old boyfriend at their home. He later […]
"So You Think You Can Dance" Star Donyelle Jones Dies at 46 After Long Battle with Cancer
Nationwide — Donyelle Jones, who was known for competing on So You Think You Can Dance, has died at 46 after a long fight with breast cancer. She inspired fans with […]
Young Pregnant Black Mom Almost Died from a Stroke After Giving Birth
Nationwide — Shannel Pearmen, an African American mother from Baltimore, Maryland, almost died from a stroke just a week after giving birth. She now shares her story to raise awareness […]
Trailblazing College President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones Inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame
Nationwide — Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones has been inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, the state of Oklahoma’s highest honor. She was recognized […]
13-Year-Old Black Girl Collapses, Dies During Middle School Basketball Game
Nationwide — Jemimah Audu, a 13-year-old African American girl from Fargo, North Dakota, collapsed during a school basketball game and later died at a local hospital. Her community now mourns […]
8-Year-Old Black Girl One of Four Killed in Birthday Party Shooting in Stockton, California
Nationwide — Maya Lupian, an 8-year-old African American girl from Stockton, California, was among four people killed in a mass shooting at a birthday party. She was just two weeks […]
Black Psychologist Releases Two Transformational Books to Heal, Empower, and Uplift Our Community
Nationwide — Celebrated clinical psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Gloria Morrow has released two powerful books that are already sparking conversations, healing hearts, and igniting personal transformation: Becoming A Brand […]
Poet Amanda Gorman Named UNICEF New Ambassador, Continues Fight for Children’s Rights
Nationwide — Amanda Gorman, a 27-year-old poet and activist, has been named UNICEF’s newest ambassador, continuing her work for children’s rights. She will perform an original poem at the upcoming […]
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion Wins $75K Defamation Case Against Blogger
Nationwide — Rapper Megan Thee Stallion won a federal jury verdict against blogger Milagro Gramz, who spread false claims and harassed the rapper online. A federal jury ruled in Megan’s […]
Black Mom Says Her Pregnant Daughter Was Ignored While in Active Labor Because of Paperwork
Nationwide — Kashena Manuel says her daughter, Kiara, faced dangerous delays at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, while in active labor. Videos she recorded show staff prioritizing paperwork […]
Two Black Siblings Died Trying to Save Their Disabled Dad in House Fire During Thanksgiving
Nationwide — Two sisters, Frantzia and Pojanee Fleury, sadly passed away while trying to save their father, who has a disability, during a Thanksgiving house fire in Orange, New Jersey. […]
Hollywood Star Tamala Jones Joins Forces With Raquel Riley Thomas to Launch National Self-Defense Movement for Women and Girls
Nationwide — DefendRILEY, the self-defense and personal safety initiative founded by decorated U.S. Army Captain (Veteran) Raquel Riley Thomas, proudly announces acclaimed actress Tamala Jones as its official Ambassador. Jones, […]
HBCU Grad and AKA Member Tangela Q. Parker Joins Planned Parenthood Southeast as Senior Vice President of External Affairs
Nationwide — Planned Parenthood Southeast (PPSE) has appointed Tangela Q. Parker as Senior Vice President of External Affairs, bringing a powerful blend of healthcare leadership, brand strategy, and community advocacy […]
Pregnant 19-Year-Old Black Teen Dies in Thanksgiving Car Crash, Her Mom Critically Hurt
Nationwide — Jaylah Donald, a 19-year-old African American pregnant woman from Newton County, Georgia, died in a late-night crash that also left her mother in critical condition. Troopers said an […]
Man Arrested for Shooting His 8-Month-Pregnant Girlfriend in Bed
Nationwide — Eric Patterson, a 44-year-old Florida man, was arrested after deputies said he shot his pregnant girlfriend while she slept next to her two children. The bullet struck both the […]
Bifties Presents the Inaugural Black Joy Gift Fest 2025 at The Gathering Spot DC
An in-person gift exchange celebrating Black-owned brands, creativity, and community Nationwide — This winter season just got brighter with Black Joy Gift Fest 2025, the inaugural in-person gift exchange celebrating […]
23-Year-Old Black Woman Mauled to Death By 3 Dogs While Pet Sitting
Nationwide — A family is grieving an unimaginable loss after Jennifer Hubbell, a 23-year-old college student, from Tyler, Texas, was mauled to death by three dogs while pet sitting — […]
Employee Accused of Stealing $610K from the Dental Office Where She Worked
Nationwide — Police in South Carolina have arrested a Myrtle Beach dental office employee accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from her workplace, adding her case to […]
Nadula Hair Announces Its Black Friday Best Wigs and Bundles Mega Deals for 2025
Nationwide — The annual Black Friday shopping spree is just around the corner, and Nadula Hair is rolling out its biggest discounts of the entire year for Black Friday 2025. […]
Meet the Woman Helping Black Families Break the GoFundMe Funeral Cycle
Nationwide — For far too many Black families, GoFundMe has become the new “life insurance” — and the burden shows up at the worst possible time: during grief, loss, and […]
Black District Attorney's Election Fraud Charges Against Trump Have Been Dismissed
Nationwide — The high-profile election interference case that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, an African American prosecutor who originally brought against President Trump and several co-defendants has now been […]
Black Hairstylists, Salon Owner Arrested and Charged for "Kidnapping" Client Who Refused to Pay
Nationwide — A salon appointment turned into a criminal investigation after Jessica Odom, a woman who simply wanted her hair braided, accused the owner of Mama Gifted Hands based in […]
Family Mourns Black Dad and His 8-Year-Old Daughter Killed in Shooting in Arizona
Nationwide — A tragic shooting in South Phoenix, Arizona, has left a family mourning the deaths of 8-year-old Envy Cardenas and her father, Quincy Polk, after their car was sprayed […]
Local Visionary Makes History as First Black Woman to Produce and Premiere Original Business Series in Her Hometown Theater
Nationwide — Princess Atkins, an entrepreneur, creative producer, and community advocate from Thomson, Georgia, proudly announces the upcoming premiere of her groundbreaking new series, EntrepreneuHER Boss Tour — a dynamic […]
70-Year-Old Black Cancer Survivor Reveals How She Reclaimed Her Hair and Her Life With Plant-Based Products
Nationwide — At 70 years young, Annie Harrison, a vibrant African American woman, has faced double-negative Breast Cancer not once, but twice. Her journey through diagnosis, surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy […]
Black Mom's Ex-Boyfriend Shot Her 10 Times As She Drove Around for Hours Begging for Help
Nationwide — Shamay Pitt, a 23-year-old African American mom from Dekalb County, Georgia, who miraculously survived being shot 10 times, is now speaking out publicly, hoping her story will help […]