Founders Call for Nationwide Recognition of Black Women’s Strength, Heritage, and Self-Care Nationwide — As the 2024 presidential election highlights the historic candidacy of a Black woman for the highest […]
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Mom Left 3 Kids Home Alone For Days While She Traveled Out of State for a Liposuction Surgery
Nationwide — Domonique Knowles, a 32-year-old mother from Westlake, Ohio, is facing potential jail time after leaving her children home alone for nearly three days while she traveled to Florida. […]
Black Groom, Father of 4 Shot and Killed in Front of His New Bride on Their Wedding Day
Nationwide — Tyrek Burton, a 37-year-old father of four from Greensboro, North Carolina, was tragically killed just hours after his wedding, leaving his family devastated and seeking justice. Burton had […]
Meet the Black Woman Who Has Helped 3,000+ Seniors Receive Expert Medicare Guidance
By Kendra Jones Nationwide — Melissa D. Hall, the visionary founder of Hall Insurance Group, has made significant strides in the field of senior care by guiding over 3,000 seniors […]
New York Bound: "Bronzeville The Musical" Set to Make Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater
A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Faith, Legacy, and Courage Highlighting the Rich History of Bronzeville, Chicago Nationwide — In a groundbreaking move, the Mahdi Theatre Company is set to unveil “Bronzeville […]
Founder of First Black Woman-Owned Forensic Investigation Nonprofit Offers Healing Through Art
Nationwide — Regina Romain, the founder of the first African-American and woman-owned investigative organization, FPI Justice for Victims Families, a groundbreaking 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to addressing the trauma of unsolved […]
From Foster Care and Welfare, Black Mom of 2 Makes History as a Nurse With Her Own Apparel Line For Other Nurses
Nationwide — Meet Natasha Clements, the Founder and CEO of Nurse Couture, a Black-owned line of fashionable scrubs designed to empower healthcare professionals worldwide. Although she grew up in foster […]
Meet the Black Celebrity Dentist Helping People Who Are Victims of Unlicensed Veneer Techs
Nationwide — Celebrity dentist Dr. Catrise Austin has issued a powerful statement in response to a recent NBC Today Show investigation uncovering the alarming rise of unlicensed ‘veneer techs’ performing […]
24-Year-Old Black Woman Found Dead By Family Members in Town For Her Graduation
Nationwide — Monet Newton, a 24-year-old African American woman from Glendale, Arizona, was tragically killed in what police have described as a murder-suicide. Newton, who had just completed her master’s […]
19-Year-Old Black Mom, 3-Month-Old Daughter From Michigan Killed in Crash
Nationwide — Journee Padgett, a 19-year-old mother from Monroe County, Michigan, and her 3-month-old daughter, Alanee, tragically lost their lives in a devastating car crash on a Tuesday morning, authorities […]
Meet the 3 Sisters Working at the Same Hospital, Following in Their Mom's Footsteps
Nationwide — Three African American sisters — Nicole Gibbs, 30, and her twin sisters Caitlin and Courtney, 22 — all work at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Maryland, continuing […]
Black Woman With Doctorate Degree and $250K in Student Loans, "I've Been Looking For a Job For 4 Years"
Nationwide — A. Rasberry, a 38-year-old African American woman from Virginia who has long valued higher education, now regrets the path she took. Despite earning a bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate […]
4-Year-Old Black Girl Falls From Apartment Building While Jumping on Bed
Nationwide — A tragic accident claimed the life of a 4-year-old African American girl from Shoreline, Washington, when she fell from an apartment window last weekend. The medical examiner confirmed […]
Black Woman From Maryland Launches Much-Needed Adopt-a-Mom Program
Nationwide — Jalisa Matthews, a mother of two from Baltimore, Maryland, is launching a new “Adopt-a-Mom” program called Helping Her Inc to support expectant mothers as they prepare for the arrival […]
Family and Friends Mourn Black High School Senior From Maryland Killed in Crash
Nationwide — Family, friends, and teammates gathered on Saturday to say their final goodbyes to 17-year-old Sanaa Vil, an African American high school senior from Brookeville, Maryland who tragically lost […]
13th Annual "Chicago Day of the Girl” Attended by More Than 350 Girls Celebrating the Empowerment of Sisterhood at South Shore Cultural Center
Nationwide — The 13th Annual Chicago Day of the Girl was celebrated on Friday, October 11, 2024, in Chicago. The event brought together more than 350 girls to celebrate sisterhood […]
Virgin Island and Dominican Beauty Stephany Andujar Aims for the Miss Universe Crown
Nationwide — Stephany Andujar is a beauty queen, licensed esthetician and model who will be representing the U.S. Virgin Islands at the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico this November. She […]
32-Year-Old Son Saves Up for 9 Months to Pay Off His Mom's Mortgage
Nationwide — André Williams, a 32-year-old from Houston, Texas, recently paid off the mortgage for his mother, Tracy, as a way to express his deep gratitude for her unwavering support […]
NYC Bus Driver is a Hero After Saving 5-Year-Old Girl Who Was Walking Alone in the Street
Nationwide — Luis Jimenez, a 60-year-old veteran African American MTA bus driver is being hailed as a hero for his swift and decisive actions in Manhattan. Luis, who has been […]
Judge Greg Mathis is Feeling Confident About a Possible Reconciliation with His Wife
Nationwide — Judge Greg Mathis is optimistic about reconciling with his wife, Linda, after she filed for divorce in August. Despite their marital struggles, hr is hopeful, sharing that recent […]
R. Kelly's Daughter Claims Her Dad Sexually Abused Her as a Kid, She's Glad He's Locked Up
Nationwide — Buku Abi, the daughter of R. Kelly, is speaking publicly for the first time about the alleged abuse she experienced as a child at the hands of her […]
Black Twin Sisters Who Grew Up in Foster Care Launch Nonprofit to Help Other Foster Kids
Nationwide — Cherry and Sherry Wilmore, African American twins from Houma, Louisiana, who grew up in foster care, are now giving back to their community in a big way. Determined […]
Miss Black America Visits Frederick Douglass Academy in Harlem, Partners With Nonprofit to Inspire Students
Nationwide — Frederick Douglass Academy (FDA I) located in Harlem, New York was buzzing with excitement as students gathered for a remarkable event—an inspiring visit from the Reigning Miss Black […]
Singer Toni Braxton Turns 57, Still Looks Young and Beautiful as Ever
Nationwide — Toni Braxton, the Grammy-winning singer known for her timeless beauty and sultry voice, recently turned 57 years old, and fans are still in awe of how youthful she […]
Georgia's Largest Black-Owned Adult Daycare Owners Gift 3 of Its Employees With Their Very Own Franchise
Nationwide — On September 11th, during the 12th Annual Innovative Senior Solutions Senior Festival, Eshonda Blue and Jessica Wright, the co-founders of Innovative Senior Solutions, gifted three of their senior-level […]
Houston Entrepreneur Unites Black Women in Business to Amplify Their Leadership Skills and Unlock Opportunities
Nationwide — Global Power Tour, a collective of business strategy workshops and entrepreneurial networking events to uplift Black women in business, will take place at The Museum of Fine Arts […]
Black Mom Who Lost Her 24-Year-Old Son is Now Helping Other Families Prepare for the Worst
Nationwide — Family is everything. This sentiment resonates deeply with Roberta Moore, an African American mom from PG County, Maryland who found herself grappling with the devastating loss of her […]
Whitney Houston's Grammy-Winning Mom, Cissy Houston, Dies at 91
Nationwide — Cissy Houston, a two-time Grammy-winning soul and gospel artist who sang alongside legends like Aretha Franklin and Elvis Presley, has passed away at the age of 91. She […]
Black Inventor Creates Germ Shield Product That Stops Commonly Found Germs from Spreading to ATM and Kiosk Touchscreens
Nationwide — Meet Michelle Wilson, the African American inventor behind The Shellicone Finger Protector, which has a built-in LED light that helps shield people from spreading germs on multiple surfaces […]
Black Mom, 1-Month-Old Twin Babies Confirmed as the Youngest Victims Killed by Hurricane Helene
Nationwide — Kobe Williams, a 27-year-old African American mom and her newborn twin sons, Khyzier and Khazmir, have been named as the youngest victims of Hurricane Helene, as questions emerge […]
8-Year-Old Girl From Ohio Drove Herself For 25 Minutes to a Target Store
Nationwide — Zoe Wilson, an 8-year-old African American girl from Bedford, Ohio is safely back home after taking her mother Tangie’s car and driving to a Target store located 25 […]
Diddy's Mom, Janice Combs, Speaks Out on Behalf of Her Son, "He is Not a Monster"
Nationwide — Janice Smalls Combs, the mother of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, recently spoke to the media regarding the challenges her son is facing. In her statement, she acknowledged […]
Black Teen from Texas Shot Dead While Riding in a Car on New Year's Day
Nationwide — Brynnlee Hampton, a 15-year-old African American girl from Amarillo, Texas, was shot and killed on New Year’s Day while riding in a car. Police said the shooting happened […]
Black Mom Vanishes After Calling Family, Found Dead Inside Her Car One Week Later
Nationwide — Frezja Matisse Baker, a 31-year-old African American mom from Charlotte, North Carolina, disappeared after calling her family to say she was about an hour away. One week later, […]
Woman Arrested for Punching Planet Fitness Employee After He Complained She Was Loud
Nationwide — Kiara Bryant, a 35-year-old woman from Miami, was arrested after punching a Planet Fitness employee in the face when he asked her to lower her voice. The confrontation sparked […]
Rapper Nicki Minaj, Once a Trump Critic, Now Declares Her 'Love' for the President
Nationwide — Nicki Minaj has gone from criticizing President Trump to openly praising him, calling him “handsome” and showing admiration for Vice President JD Vance. Her surprising shift has drawn […]
8-Year-Old Black Girl Spending the Holidays in Hospital After Being Hit by Car
Nationwide — Kayla Frazier, an African American girl from Atlanta, is spending Christmas in the hospital after a car hit her while she crossed a neighborhood street. The crash left the […]
This Black Woman-Owned Olive Oil Brand Now Has 4 Locations in Atlanta and Continues to Defy the Odds
Nationwide — At a time when small retailers across the country are fighting to stay afloat, two Atlanta women are quietly building a culinary brand that’s capturing national attention. Malatrice […]
Man Shot and Killed Ex-Girlfriend After Chasing Her While She Called 911
Nationwide — Daniel Harmon, an African American man from Aiken County, Georgia, ran over his ex-girlfriend while she was on a 911 call and later shot her in the head […]
Black Woman Who Lost Both Arms and Legs is Now Walking Again
Nationwide — Natalya Manhertz, a 20-year-old African American woman from Atlanta, Georgia, lost both her arms and legs to a severe strep infection at 17. After years of treatment and rehabilitation, […]
Young Black Female Firefighter Dies From Cancer, Officials Say Her Illness Was Job-Related
Nationwide — Brandy Allinience, an African American firefighter from Houston, Texas, has sadly passed away from cancer tied to her work, marking the fourth cancer-related death among Houston-area first responders within […]
Black Mom Sues Landlord in Atlanta After Feces Found in Heater
Nationwide — Tiarra Logan, an African American mother from Atlanta, Georgia, discovered her heater was blowing fecal matter into her home after a year of unresolved sewage issues. She has […]
Black Driver Held Against Her Will By White Man Who Claimed He Owns the Road
Nationwide — Jakara Wilson, an African American woman from Florida making a grocery delivery, was held against her will after getting stuck in mud on a rural road. A 70-year-old man, […]
Young Mom Arrested After Infant Thrown From Stoller During Fight
Nationwide — Oriel Dykes, a young African American mother from Lower Allen, Pennsylvania, was arrested after a fight at a mall parking lot ended with her infant thrown from a […]
Young Black Author's "Beautiful Dreams" Becoming a Reality as Books Earn International Awards
Nationwide — Open Hearts Big Dreams (OHBD) – Open Hearts Big Dreams (OHBD) started because a little girl named Leyla Angelidis dreamed of a world where kids from her birth […]
Black Leadership Coach Launches Nonprofit Financial Literacy Movement in Underserved Communities Nationwide
Nationwide — Tonya Fairley, Founder and CEO of MoneyUnmuted Inc., proudly announces its official approval as a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, marking a transformational step toward its mission to empower […]
Woman to Buy Back Her Mom’s Wedding Dress That She Accidentally Donated
Nationwide — Symone Gilbert, an African American woman from Cranston, Rhode Island, is hoping to recover a family wedding dress that was accidentally donated to a thrift store. The handmade gown […]
Statue of Black Teen Activist Replaces Robert E. Lee in U.S. Capitol
Nationwide — The statue of Barbara Rose Johns, an African American civil rights leader who led a student strike at her segregated Virginia high school in 1951, now stands in […]
Woman Arrested for Putting Small Razor Blades in Grocery Store Bread
Nationwide — Camille Benson, a 33-year-old woman from Texas, was arrested in Biloxi, Mississippi, for placing razor blades and a fishing hook in baked goods at Walmart. Authorities say no […]
Black Woman Says Birth Control Shots Gave Her a Brain Tumor
Nationwide — Elizabeth Fleurisma, a 33-year-old African American woman from Long Island, New York, says years of using Depo-Provera led to a life-changing brain tumor. She is now suing Pfizer, alleging […]
Son Gets 72 Years For Stabbing and Killing His 72-Year-Old Mom
Nationwide — Reginald English, a 53-year-old man from Prince George’s County, Maryland, was sentenced to 72 years in prison for killing his 72-year-old mother, Lorena Royster, after an argument over […]
Final Conference to Provide 300,000+ Black Women With Advanced Business Strategy and Skill Development
Nationwide — Global Power Tour, the global business and leadership conference founded by Kristi Muhammad, will reach its 30th and final city in Houston on January 10 to 11. The […]
Two Former Black School Principals Release New Book to Inspire Black Children From Classroom to Consciousness
Nationwide — Dr. Sheka Houston, formerly the principal of a middle school, and Dr. Tammy Taylor, formerly the principal of an elementary school, have partnered to release Amir’s Awakening: His […]
White Judge Arrested for DUI, Already Released from Jail and Will Return to Her Job
Nationwide — Karen Sanders, a Justice Court judge in DeSoto County, Mississippi, was arrested Saturday for DUI and careless driving after a traffic stop in Hernando. She has been released […]
“Queen of Crowns” Debut by Black Artist Stuns Atlanta, Marking a Cultural Breakthrough for the Power and Beauty of Black Women
Nationwide — As Atlanta prepares for a landmark Kwanzaa season celebrating unity, purpose, and collective investment, the city is still vibrating from the explosive debut of Queen of Crowns — […]
Trump Fails Miserably Trying to Prosecute New York Attorney General Letitia James
Nationwide — New York Attorney General Letitia James avoided indictment once again after a federal grand jury chose not to bring charges. This marks the third failed effort by the […]
Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Returns Home for Recovery After Stage Accident
Nationwide — Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Gabrielle Henry has returned home to Jamaica after a serious onstage accident at the Miss Universe competition in Bangkok last month. She will be […]
Diddy’s Mom Responds to Netflix Documentary, “My Son Did Not Slap Me”
Nationwide — Janice Combs, Diddy’s mother, is speaking out against the Netflix documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning. She says the film spreads false claims about her son and their family, and […]
Black Woman with a Doctorate Degree Becomes Supreme Ms. National Elite Beauty USA
Nationwide — Dr. Chanell Dingle-Sermon, an award-winning educator and pastor, is recognized as the Supreme Ms. National Elite Beauty USA for the Elite Beauty USA pageant platform. She is the […]
Black-Owned Luxury Handbag Brand Debuts on Nordstrom Online, Marketing a New Ear of Luxury Access
Nationwide — VIE LORIE, a Black-owned luxury handbag brand defining a new lexicon of modern elegance, has announced its highly anticipated launch on Nordstrom’s online platform. The partnership introduces a […]
Black Entrepreneur Known as “The Tax Docta” Honored for 17 Years of Community Service
Nationwide — Dr. Shawanda S. Moore, known as The Tax Docta, proudly celebrates her 17th year of dedicated community service. Having overcome homelessness and the challenges of living on a […]
Black Woman CEO of Million Dollar Brand Celebrates 20 Years of Community Service and Leadership
Nationwide — Nicole Linton, CEO of Nicobi Cares and Co-Founder of Nicobi Foods, is celebrating 20 years of committed community service, mentorship, and steady leadership. Her Black family-owned brand sells […]
Black Couple Who Own a Wellness Clinic Launch Initiative Donating Funds to Families in Need
Nationwide — La Lueur Health & Wellness, a nurse practitioner–led and veteran-owned wellness clinic in Dallas, Texas, has launched The Glow by Grace Project, an initiative donating 10 percent of […]
Black-Owned Designer Jewelry Brand, Balacia, is Now Available at Nordstrom
Nationwide — Jasmine Carter, Founder and CEO of Balacia, the Black-owned, designer jewelry brand best known for its signature engagement rings and unisex fine jewelry, has officially launched online at […]