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Black Mom From Cleveland Stabbed to Death in Front of Her 5 Children

Sharmaine Magan Forpahl

Nationwide — Sharmaine Magan Forpahl, a 32-year-old African American mother from Cleveland, Ohio, was stabbed to death in front of her five children on Thursday. The kids, ages 7 to […]

Black Woman Makes History as First Full-Time HBCU Female Football Announcer in Alabama

Thai Floyd, the first woman to be an HBCU lead football announcer

Nationwide — Thai Floyd, an African American woman from Huntsville, Alabama, has made history as the first full-time female play-by-play announcer for Alabama A&M University’s football team. She will call […]

Great-Grandma Taking Care of Her Toddler Grandsons Gets New Air Conditioning Unit from Community

Victoria Dickerson and her 2 great-grandsons

Nationwide — Victoria Dickerson, an African American grandmother from Caroline County, Virginia who cares for her 2 great-grandsons, received a free air conditioning system after her story aired on local […]

World War II Six Triple Eight Veteran, Anna Mae Robertson, Dies at 101

Anna Mae Robertson, a WWII Six Triple Eight veteran

Nationwide — Anna Mae Robertson, one of the last surviving members of the all-Black female military unit known as the Six Triple Eight, died recently at the age of 101. […]

Black Nurse of 24 Years Combating Black Maternal Health Crisis, Funds Her Own Platforms to Empower Birth Workers

Aneesha Smith, Black nurse founder of Kindred Connect

Nationwide — According to the World Health Organization, 800 mothers die every day from preventable causes during pregnancy and childbirth. In the U.S., Black mothers are more than 3.5 times […]

Black Mom Still Searching for Her Missing Son 6 Months Later, "I'm Tired"

Shae Gandy and her son John

Nationwide — Shae Gandy, an African American mother from Waynesboro, Mississippi, is still searching for her 19-year-old son, John Gandy, who has been missing since January. It has been six […]

Black Teen Dies in NYPD Custody, Family Denies She Took Her Own Life

Saniyah Cheatham

Nationwide — Saniyah Cheatham, an 18-year-old African American teen from New York City, died while in NYPD custody under unclear circumstances. Police claim she took her own life in a […]

Black Mom of 6 Working at McDonald's Stabbed to Death By Co-Worker in Front of Customers

Jennifer Harris, Black mom killed at McDonald's

Nationwide — Jennifer Harris, a 39-year-old African American mother of six children who was working as a manager at McDonald’s in Eastpointe, Michigan, was fatally stabbed by a co-worker who […]

3-Year-Old Black Girl Killed by Stray Bullet Over July 4 Weekend in Washington, DC

Honesty Cheadle

Nationwide — Honesty Cheadle, a 3-year-old African American girl from Washington D.C., sadly passed away after a stray bullet hit her while she sat in her family’s parked car early […]

Pioneering Black Skincare Specialist of 30+ Years Honored With Prestigious Icon Award Given to Industry Professionals

Pamela R. Spring, Founder of Global Skincare Products

Nationwide — Pamela R. Springer, the Founder and CEO of Global Skincare Products, has been proudly named as the 2025 recipient of the distinguished ASCP Industry Icon Award. ASCP (Associated […]

71-Year-Old Black Woman Moves Her 97-Year-Old Mom From Atlanta to Panama for Better Healthcare

Debbie Boyd, Black woman who moved from Atlanta to Panama with her mother Doris Britto

Nationwide — Debbie Boyd, a 71-year-old African American woman from Atlanta, Georgia, moved to Panama in early 2025 with her 97-year-old mother to access better healthcare and escape rising living […]

HBCU Grad Turned Accomplished Author Releases New Book “Lead With Fire” to Empower Professionals

Dr. Alecia Heffner-Crump, author of Lead With Fire book

Nationwide — Dr. Alecia Heffner-Crump, a proud alumna of Dillard University, Louisiana’s oldest HBCU, is a tenured higher education professional, an advocate for STEM, and a groundbreaking change agent. With […]

Black Author Forges Historic Agreement with the New "Negro Digest"

Frances Presley Rice, author of Black Trailblazers

A groundbreaking promotional relationship between the magazine and author, Frances Presley Rice Nationwide — “Welcome to Black Main Street.” This motto of the new Negro Digest, the online magazine that […]

Rapper MC Lyte Sadly Loses Her Mom to Cancer, Shares Heartfelt Tribute Online

MC Lyte and her mother Constance Moorer

Nationwide — Rapper MC Lyte is grieving the death of her mother, Constance Moorer, who passed away after battling cancer. She shared a heartfelt tribute online, thanking supporters and remembering […]

Elderly Black Woman Physically Dragged Out of Church by Police Officers in Mississippi

Allie Thompson, elderly Black woman dragged out of church by police

Nationwide — Allie Thompson, an African American elderly woman from Scott County, Mississippi, was dragged out of her church by sheriff deputies on Father’s Day after she and other members […]

Landlord Arrested For Using Roach Bombs to Smoke Out Her Tenants, Including 4-Year-Old Child

Ervyana Davis

Nationwide — Ervyana Davis, a 23-year-old African American female landlord from Nashville, Tennessee, has been arrested after allegedly using multiple bug foggers to drive out a family, including a 4-year-old […]

15-Year-Old Black Girl Sadly Dies After Drunk Driver Runs Red Light on Fourth of July

Chasity Nelson

Nationwide — Chasity Nelson, a 15-year-old African American girl from Greenville County, South Carolina, died four days after a suspected drunk driver ran a red light and crashed head-on into […]

Megan Thee Stallion's Foundation to Honor Southern Black Girls Founder LaTosha Brown and 13-Year-Old Mental Health Advocate Mila Henry

Latosha Brown, Megan Thee Stallion, and Mila Henry

Trailblazing Leader and Black Girl Joy Grant Recipient to Be Honored at Star-Studded Event Hosted by Taraji P. Henson in New York City Nationwide — In a powerful demonstration of […]

Incarcerated Black Dads Allowed to Host Father-Daughter Prom in Prison

Father from San Quentin Rehabilitation Center with his daughters

Nationwide — Officials at San Quentin State Prison in California held their first-ever father-daughter prom, bringing together inmates and their daughters after a two-month workshop that helped incarcerated fathers rebuild […]

Black Author, Survivor, Coach, Nurse, and Advocate Delivers a Raw, Hopeful Book for Healing After Trauma

Marie McKenzie, author of Who Says You Cant Heal

Nationwide — Award-winning and #1 bestselling author, Marie McKenzie has released her newest book, Who Says You Can’t Heal?, a powerful, no-fluff self-help guide for survivors of sexual violence ready […]

Black Mom Decides to Remove Her Two Kids from Life Support After a Pool Drowning Accident

London-Marie and Wadale McWhite, two Black girls on life support after pool drowning accident

Nationwide — Brittney McWhite, an African American mother from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, made the heartbreaking decision to remove her two children, 11-year-old London Marie and 14-year-old Wadale, from life support after […]

Black Community Leader Launches Legacy Wealth Building Movement to Create Economic Empowerment

Linda Morgan Sam

Nationwide — Linda Morgan Sam, an African American community leader and philanthropist from Los Angeles, California, is using her upcoming 64th birthday celebration to also spark a movement of generational […]

Black Judge in Steve Harvey's 2005 Divorce Case Accused of Corruption, Conspiracy, and Abuse of Power

Steve Harvey and Judge Angela Tucker

Nationwide — After more than a decade forced into silence, civil rights advocate Essie Berry, widow of beloved actor Fred “Rerun” Berry, is stepping forward with grave allegations of judicial […]

Male Escort Sues Cassie, Claiming She Gave Him STD and Secretly Aborted Pregnancy

Cassie

Nationwide — Clayton Howard, a male escort linked to Diddy’s sex trafficking case, is suing both Diddy and Cassie. He claims Cassie gave him an STD, aborted their baby without […]

19-Year-Old Brooklyn Teen Makes History as Youngest Black Female Chess Master

Jessica Hyatt

Nationwide — Meet Jessica Hyatt, the highest-rated African American female chess player ever and the youngest African-American woman to earn the National Master title. At just 19, she’s already rewriting […]

Woman From Ohio Sentenced to Life in Prison for Raping an Infant

Kristina Jacobson

Nationwide — Kristina Jacobson, a 39-year-old woman from Akron, Ohio, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being found guilty of raping an infant and other related […]

This 73-Year-Old Black Educator is Still Shaping Classrooms and Changing Lives

Areulia Davis

Nationwide — At 73 years old, Areulia Davis continues to defy expectations and redefine what it means to be an educator. Far from slowing down, she remains deeply engaged in […]

Nelly Calls Out Kamala Harris for Having a White Husband and Sending Black Men to Prison

Nelly

Nationwide — Rapper Nelly has taken aim at Vice President Kamala Harris in a fiery rant, accusing her of locking up Black men and criticizing her marriage to a white […]

Nelly Criticized for Telling Ashanti He Won’t Help Change Baby Diapers

Nelly and Ashanti

Nationwide — Nelly is under fire after telling Ashanti on their reality show that he doesn’t plan to help with their baby. He openly said he won’t change diapers, sparking […]

Man Charged After Woman Jumps From Moving Car and Dies in Mississippi

Adam Cross

Nationwide — Adam Cross, a 57-year-old man from Jackson County, Mississippi, faces a DUI charge after a woman, believed to be his girlfriend, jumped from his moving car and died. […]

No Limit Rapper Mia X Says She Refuses to Perform at Essence Fest With Master P

Mia X and Master P

Nationwide — Rapper Mia X, the first female artist signed to Master P’s No Limit Records in the 1990s, has announced she will not perform during Master P’s final show […]

Black Relationship Expert Releases New Book, "Marriage and Maturity: The Truth About Holy Matrimony"

Jason L. Moore, author of Marriage and Maturity

Nationwide — Why is marriage so challenging for many couples? The answer to this loaded question is not merely emotional in nature; it is developmental. Most marriage improvement books focus […]


Black Teen Fatally Shot by Ex-Boyfriend Who Later Died by Suicide as His Family's Violent Past Emerges

Jada Sellers, Christian Hursey

Nationwide — Jada Sellers, a 17-year-old African American teen from Baltimore, Maryland, was fatally shot by her former boyfriend, 18-year-old Christian Hursey, on July 31. She remained hospitalized for nearly […]

Black Mom Who Had Just Graduated College With Her Daughter Dies in Wrong-Way Crash

Terri Pollock with her daughter

Nationwide — Terri Pollock, an African American mother from Florida, sadly passed away in a wrong-way crash after helping her daughter move into her dorm at Florida A&M University. Her […]

Actress Viola Davis Says She Does Not Accept Target's Apology Over Racist Halloween Costume

Viola Davis

Nationwide — Viola Davis has rejected Target’s apology after the retailer pulled a Halloween costume that sparked accusations of racist and blackface imagery. She said the company’s response failed to […]

Black Columnist Ordered to Be Reinstated by Washington Post After Charlie Kirk Comments

Karen Attiah

Nationwide — Karen Attiah, an African American columnist who formerly worked at The Washington Post, has won her legal challenge over her termination following social media posts about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. […]

NBA Star Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14K a Month in Child Support for His Son That He's Never Met

Anthony Edwards, Alexandria Desroches

Nationwide — NBA star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 a month in child support to Alexandria Desroches for their son, Amir. The ruling comes after he acknowledged […]

Man Gets 50-Year Prison Sentence for Assaulting an 11-Year-Old Girl

Decruis Tatum

Nationwide — Decruis Tatum, a 27-year-old African American man from Biloxi, Mississippi, will spend 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually battering an 11-year-old girl. He must serve […]

Family Mourns Black Mom and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed After Lightning Strike

Kenya Glasgow and her daughter Kennedi

Nationwide — Kenya Glasgow, a 31-year-old African American mother, and her 2-year-old daughter died after lightning struck them in Margate, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. First responders found the mother and child […]

Black Mom Creates Eczema Brand for Her Son, Earns National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance

Taylor C. Liddell, Founder of P2 and You Skincare

Nationwide — Nearly nine years ago, Michigan mom Taylor C. Liddell stood in the kitchen of a two-bedroom, 800-square-foot apartment and mixed a skin cream for her newborn son, who […]

Aretha Franklin's Sons Continue to Fight Over Her Estate 8 Years After Her Death

Aretha Franklin

Nationwide — Eight years after Aretha Franklin’s death, her estate remains tied up in probate court as her sons continue to dispute assets, music rights, and personal belongings. The case […]

Black Mom Demands Answers After Special Needs Daughter Left on School Bus For 2 Hours

Michelle Lemon and her daughter Bryne

Nationwide — Michelle Lemon, an African American mother from Fort Bend County, Texas, is seeking answers after her daughter, Bryne, a non-verbal ninth grader who has special needs, arrived home from […]

Patti LaBelle's Nephew Says She Cut Ties With Him Because He Supported President Trump

Patti LaBelle and her nephew Byl Holte

Nationwide — Byl Holte, Patti LaBelle’s nephew who openly supports Trump, says their relationship fell apart after he questioned his family’s criticism of the president. He claims his political views […]

Missing 63-Year-Old Black Grandmother Found Dead Near Las Vegas Airport

Alisa Goods

Nationwide — Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother from Brooklyn, New York, was visiting Las Vegas when she disappeared earlier this month. Police later found her dead near Harry Reid International […]

32-Year-Old Black Mom Diagnosed With Breast Cancer While Pregnant Says She is Now in Remission

Talicia Durham

Nationwide — Talicia Durham, a 32-year-old African American mother from Columbia, South Carolina, was diagnosed with breast cancer while five months pregnant with her fourth child. She underwent chemotherapy during […]

NYC Black Nurse Sadly Killed by Her Husband After Returning From Family Reunion

Gabrielle Forman

Nationwide — Gabrielle Forman, a 30-year-old African American nurse from New York, was shot and killed by her husband in their apartment just hours after returning from a family reunion […]

Black Female Student Praised For Developing an App That Helps Students With ADHD

Malia Wakesho-Ajwang

Nationwide — Malia Wakesho-Ajwang, a young African American student from Atlanta, Georgia, has created an AI-powered app after struggling to manage schoolwork following her ADHD diagnosis. Her platform helps students […]

Meet the Mom of 3 Making History as the Winner of the Mrs. Black Globe International Pageants

Joi Rodrigue, winner of Mrs Black Globe International

Nationwide — Joi Rodrigue, a military veteran, wife, mother of three, entrepreneur, and community advocate, is proudly wearing the crown as the reigning Mrs. Black Globe International™. Born in the […]

Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles

Megan Thee Stallion

Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]

Black Woman Now Missing for More Than a Month After Leaving Late-Night Hotel Shift

Chantel Brooks

Nationwide — Chantel Brooks, an African American woman from San Francisco, California, has been missing since July 17 after working a late-night shift at a hotel. Her family is searching for […]

91-Year-Old Black Woman Earns GED, Making History as Georgia's Oldest Graduate in a Decade

Helen Woodyard

Nationwide — Helen Woodyard, an African American grandmother from LaGrange, Georgia, earned her GED at 91 after returning to school at age 88. Her achievement made her the oldest person […]

Meet the Black Family That Developed 5 Different Apps and Is Now Inviting Other Creators to Join Their Ecosystem

Temne Hardaway with her family

From a 96-year-old grandmother and an “Esthi Bestie” to three wild Chihuahuas, Temne Hardaway is turning everyday family experiences into AI-powered products and creating new ways for creators to earn […]

Two Black Women Mental Health Leaders Launch New Marketplace Featuring 70+ Resources From Licensed Clinicians of Color

Lisa Savage and Kim Knight, Founders of Coc Marketplace

Founded by Lisa Savage, LCSW, and Kim L. Knight, LMHC, COC Marketplace provides mental health professionals and the public with access to books, clinical tools, workbooks, and training created by […]

Reward Increased to $250K in Search for Pregnant Black Postal Worker Missing Since 2018

Kierra Coles

Nationwide — Kierra Coles, an African American postal worker from Chicago, Illinois, disappeared nearly eight years ago while three months pregnant. Authorities have now increased the reward for information leading to […]

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Mom Reaches Settlement, Agrees to Give His Daughter Most of the Estate

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, his mother Pamela Warner

Nationwide — Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s mom, Pamela Warner, has reached a settlement with the guardians of her late son’s daughter over the child’s inheritance. The agreement would give his daughter most […]

Abducted Siblings Found Alive and Safe After Being Kidnapped By Their Babysitter

Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper

Nationwide — Two sisters, Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper, ages 11 months and 4 years, were found safe after their babysitter reportedly abducted them. Officers arrested the woman Monday after […]

Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”

Vivica A. Fox in The Wrong Housemaid

HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]

The Decision That Changed Everything: How One College Student Chose Taco Bell Over Law School-and Became President of Carrabba's Italian Grill

Kelia R. Bazile

Nationwide — In the summer of 1986, Kelia R. Bazile stood at one of the biggest crossroads of her life. After graduating from high school, what began as a summer […]

Black Wife Becomes Her Husband's Kidney Donor After His Unexpected Health Crisis

Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall

Nationwide — Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall, an African American married couple from North Carolina, faced a sudden health crisis when Monte learned that his kidneys were failing. She later […]

Black Woman Has Not Eaten in More Than 2 Weeks to Protest Trump's Food Stamp Cuts

Liz Wills-O'Gilvie

Nationwide — Liz Wills-O’Gilvie, a 63-year-old African American woman from Springfield, Massachusetts, has gone 15 days without food to protest cuts to food assistance. She is urging Governor Maura Healey […]

Innocent Black Nurse Jailed for 4 Days After Police Mistake Her for Woman Who Stole Her Identity

Elaine McAlister

Nationwide — Elaine McAlister, an African American nurse, spent four days in jail after police mistakenly arrested her over a marijuana warrant issued for another woman. The arrest happened at […]

Black Woman Who Had Recently Earned Her Doctorate Sadly Killed in Mass Shooting at a Party

Dr. Shandrika Hayslett

Nationwide — Dr. Shandrika Hayslett, a 34-year-old African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, was killed during a shooting at a family celebration, just months after earning her doctoral degree. Four […]

Black Grandmother Launches Patented Interactive Plush Koala Inspired By Her Grandkids

Annette Bentley-Smith, Founder of Kobes Storytime Plus Tales

Her innovative educational comfort system combines a patented voice-recordable pillow plush, children’s books, and interactive learning products designed to support literacy, emotional wellness, and family connection. Nationwide — After hearing […]

6-Year-Old Autistic Black Girl Sadly Dies After Being Left Inside Hot Daycare Bus

Winter Jones with her father Bryan Jones

Nationwide — Winter Jones, a 6-year-old African American girl from Memphis, died after she was left inside a daycare bus on a hot summer day. The child, who was nonverbal and […]