Nationwide — Meet Paris Epps, a 7-year-old African American girl from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who made history by becoming the first Black girl to win the national title of Tiny Miss […]
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1,000's of Black Women Invited to Rediscover Joy at Transformative 3-Day Retreat in Maryland
Nationwide — EMERGE Live!, a groundbreaking 3-day immersive retreat, will bring together visionary Black women from April 19 – 21, 2024 at the luxurious Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center […]
Can One Mother’s Journey Spark a Revolution in Diabetes Advocacy?
Nationwide — In a world where diabetes disproportionately impacts communities of color, one woman’s journey is poised to change the game. Constantine Alleyne, a visionary leader with a diverse background […]
Renowned Environmental Attorney Raya Salter, aka the "Climate Auntie," Launches Empowering Podcast for Climate Justice
Nationwide — Environmental attorney and acclaimed advocate Raya Salter, widely known as the Climate Auntie, has officially launched her groundbreaking podcast, Tea with Climate Auntie. The podcast educates and empowers […]
This Black Woman With a PhD in Nursing is Helping Other Nurses to Build a Career as Freelance Writers
Nationwide — Alexandria Jones-Patten, an African American registered nurse has authored The Write Remedy: Revitalizing Nursing Careers Through Health Content Writing where she uses her experience in nursing to explore the […]
Black Siblings, Raised in the Projects, Release Their 8th Book About Thriving in Predominately White Industries
Nationwide — Meet Dr. Nicole B. Simpson and Sonji K. Grandy, two African American siblings who are the authors of a new book entitled Out of the Woods, a riveting duet […]
27-Year-Old Makes History as First Black Female Pilot to Fly a Boeing 777 for Air Canada
Nationwide — Meet Zoey Williams, a 27-year-old from Ontario, Canada with four college degrees who has recently made history as Air Canada’s first Black female pilot to fly a Boeing […]
VH1 Reality Star Chrissy Monroe’s Dental Emergency Highlights Dangers of Seeking Cheaper Dental Work Abroad
Nationwide — Former reality television personality Chrissy Monroe has come forward with a cautionary tale about the perils of seeking dental treatment overseas. Her recent dental emergency has ignited a […]
1,000’s of HBCU Students to Benefit From Black Couple's Accredited AI Ed-Tech Company
Nationwide — DeMario and Dawn Nicole McIlwain, the founders of Skilldora, a Black-owned AI Ed-Tech company, have partnered with African American billionaire Dr. Michael V. Roberts, the founder and CEO […]
Black Couple Open 3 Child Development Centers in Kansas That Now Employ Over 60 Educators
Nationwide — Meet Alicia and Abdul Yahaya, the owners of Open Minds Child Development Center, a Kansas-based Black-owned enterprise that is making waves in early childhood education with its latest […]
Meet the Black Couple Who Have Traveled to 61 Cities in 32 States to Teach Mental Health Awareness
Nationwide — Lorenzo Lewis and his wife, Jordon, have traveled across the country teaching frontline workers how to care for the mental health of African Americans who are often in […]
Speakers Magazine Unveils Special Black History Month Issue Featuring Nkechi Taifa, Esq. and Celebrates Great Speakers and Authors
Nationwide –– The esteemed publication for empowering speakers and communicators, Speakers Magazine, proudly announces the release of its special Black History Month issue. This edition places the spotlight on the […]
Black Entrepreneur, Once Paralyzed With 5 Days to Live, Creates Afro Puff Doll For Boys and Girls
Nationwide — Meet Eve Lynne Robinson, an African American entrepreneur from Oakland, California, who has created a gender-neutral Black doll named Ella B. Jenkins with afro puffs and an accompanying […]
Black Mom, Owner of Grocery Store Chain Faces Setback After City of Chicago Denies Her Small Business Funding
Nationwide — Meet Ena Jones, an African American mom who is also the CEO and Owner of Roots & Vine Produce and Cafe, an innovative and community-oriented grocery chain that […]
The Sistah Shop Presents the 2024 #ShopWithSistahs Black History Month Market at Atlantic Station
Nationwide — The Sistah Shop, a dynamic retail store by the Sistahs in Business Expo, is excited to announce the 2024 #ShopWithSistahs Black History Month Market, set to take place […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Discover an Element on the Periodic Table
Nationwide — Meet Clarice Phelps, an HBCU graduate of Tennessee State University who, in 2022, made history as the first African American woman to contribute to the discovery of an […]
Group of Black Investors Who Bought a $3.8M Hotel Last Year Set to Acquire Second Hotel
Nationwide — Just over a year after acquiring a hotel in Memphis, Tennessee, making them the only Black hotel owners in Memphis, power couple Norland and Dr. Amina James are […]
Black Couple, Owners of Million-Dollar Burger Brand, Now Helping Chefs, Home Cooks, Caterers, and Bakers
QVC Food Award Winners are helping anyone with a tasty dish or drink achieve financial freedom by getting their recipes ready to sell in grocery stores, online, and on TV. […]
Black Woman From Mississippi, Last of 16 Siblings, Turns 100 Years Old
Nationwide — Arleaner Washington, an African American woman from Biloxi, Mississippi, has turned 100 years old. Born on February 6, 1924, she marked this significant milestone with a heartfelt proclamation […]
Meet the First Black Supply Chain Executive to Successfully Execute International Expansion of a Restaurant Chain into the U.S.
During a time where corporate diversity is being threatened daily, April Williams remains business centered while dismantling obstacles. Nationwide — More than 20 years ago, before DEI was a term, […]
Entrepreneur Hosts Leadership Development Conference and Retreat to Address the Unique Needs of Black Women in Corporate America
Nationwide — Laura Knights, Founder and CEO of Knights Consulting LLC, will host the 2nd Annual Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference + Retreat, May 13-16, 2024 in Virginia Beach, VA […]
The Boss Network to Award $250K in Funding to Benefit Divine Nine Sororities and the Chicago Urban League
The BOSS Network’s Investment Will Provide Each Organization With $50,000 to Benefit Efforts to Impact African American Women Nationwide — The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial […]
CEO of Black-Owned Beauty Brand Now in 460 Stores Announces Campaign to Attract Investors
Nationwide — CurlMix, the pioneering Black-owned beauty brand renowned for its premium natural hair care products, proudly announces the launch of a groundbreaking crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder.com. This strategic move […]
Black Father-Daughter Legal Duo Listed as Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) in Law & Justice
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali and his daughter, Attorney Whitney Ali, have been listed as two of the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), Law and Justice Edition. MIPAD […]
Alabama State University Professor Writes "B.A.D. Girls of Montgomery" Children's Book
Nationwide — Often when people think of the Montgomery Bus Boycott Movement names such as Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Ralph Abernathy, and Rosa Parks come to mind, […]
Black Founder Launches Platform to Showcase and Promote Up to 200,000 Black Women-Owned Businesses
Nationwide — Dr. Jacqueline King, Founder and CEO of Black Women Empowered, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Black Women Empowered Business Directory, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at […]
Black Women Founders of Eyewear Company Make History, Major Distribution Deal in 900+ Retail Stores
Nationwide — National Vision, Inc. the nation’s second-largest optical retailer and provider of quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, has announced its collaboration with women and Black-owned eyewear company, Vontélle […]
Fashion Designer Therez Fleetwood Pays Tribute to Artists of the Harlem Renaissance With Museum-Inspired Fashion-Art Collection
Nationwide — Black fashion phenomenon Therez Fleetwood who gained great notoriety with her world couture bridal and ready-to-wear collections, designing custom fashions for celebrities such as Queen Latifah, Angela Bassett […]
Founder of Black-Owned Travel Company Celebrates 10 Years of Creating Over 600 Travel Experiences to 108 Countries
Nationwide — As Jelani Travel marks its 10th year of operation, the company has curated over 600 travel experiences, visited 108 countries, explored 6 continents, and ventured into 35 states. […]
Meet the Black Author Who is Introducing Financial Literacy to Kids in a Fun and Engaging Way
Nationwide — A groundbreaking new book, The ABCs of Wealth Building by Tanisha Adjokatcher, a coach, MWBE-certified entrepreneur, and DOE vendor/contractor, is shaping tomorrow’s financially savvy generation.
11-Year-Old Black Entrepreneur Launches STEM Toy Line in Whole Foods Market Stores
Nationwide — Team Genius Squad, a toy brand created by 11-year-old entrepreneur and author Ava. N. Simmons, specializes in creating American-made toys centered on S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). […]
Local Chapter of Black Sorority Celebrates 93 Years of Supporting Black Entrepreneurs and Professionals in the DC Area
Nationwide — Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated’s mission is “to unite in a sisterhood qualified business and professional women who are encouraging, inspiring, nurturing, and assisting persons engaged in business […]
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 […]