Nationwide — Wendy Williams, 60, is speaking out in her first live interview since the release of a Lifetime documentary that offered a glimpse into her life following a diagnosis […]
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Young Black Mom of Two and Her Unborn Baby Killed in Crash in South Carolina
Nationwide — Marie Jabbie, a 24-year-old pregnant African American mother from Greenville, South Carolina, tragically died along with her unborn child in a car accident. According to authorities, Jabbie veered […]
Brandy to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star in February 2025
Nationwide — Brandy Norwood, the Grammy-winning R&B artist and actress, is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on February 11, 2025, honoring her impressive career […]
Black Woman's Body Mistakenly Cremated by Detroit Funeral Home, Her Family is Now Suing
Nationwide — The family of Rhonda Hollis is taking legal action after a Detroit-area funeral home mistakenly cremated her body weeks before the scheduled service. The family says they weren’t […]
Black Woman from Maryland Turns 109, Possibly the Oldest Person in the Entire State
Nationwide — Daisy Rhem, an African American woman from Prince George’s County, Maryland, is celebrating having turned 109 years old. Born in 1916 in Amelia, South Carolina, she credits her […]
Over 125 Authors to Be Featured at 2025 Black Romance Book Fest with 1,800+ Readers and Enthusiasts Expected to Attend
Nationwide — The 2025 Black Romance Book Fest is set to take place from May 30 to June 1, 2025, in Atlanta, GA, bringing together over 1,800 readers, literary enthusiasts, […]
Legendary Black Actress Found Dead After L.A. Wildfire Destroyed Her Home
Nationwide — Retired actress Dalyce Curry, who was 95 years old, tragically died after a devastating wildfire destroyed her home in Altadena, California. Her family initially hoped she had escaped, […]
Michelle Obama to Skip Trump's Inauguration, She Also Did Not Attend Jimmy Carter's Funeral
Nationwide — Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, marking another major public event she has missed in recent weeks. This follows […]
2-Year-Old Girl From Texas Dies, Her Dad Strangled Her While FaceTiming Her Mom
Nationwide — Zevaya Flanagan, a 2-year-old African American girl from Houston, Texas, tragically died when her father, Deontray, strangled and beat her during a police chase. The tragedy unfolded while […]
Meghan Markle Delays Netflix Show Premiere Amid California Wildfires, Focuses on Relief Efforts
Nationwide — Meghan Markle has delayed the January 15 premiere of her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, to March 4, citing the ongoing California wildfires. The Duchess of Sussex, originally […]
How One Black Author is Transforming Financial Literacy in Disadvantaged Communities
Nationwide — Regina Lilly, a dynamic author, financial strategist, and community advocate based in Little Rock, Arkansas, is challenging the systemic barriers to economic success. Her book Credit vs. Credentials […]
Black Therapist’s Amazon #1 Bestseller Inspires Readers to Heal Trauma Through Creativity
Nationwide — Haitian-American author and expressive arts therapist Helen Joseph, LMHC is excited to announce that her newly released book, Healing What Words Won’t Reach: A Guide to Using Creativity […]
Hoda Kotb Officially Leaves NBC's 'Today' After Nearly 20 Years
Nationwide — Hoda Kotb, the co-host of NBC’s Today, said goodbye on Friday, ending her nearly 20-year run with the morning show. During her farewell, Kotb expressed gratitude, recalling memories […]
Man Arrested For Body-Slamming Woman During Violent Road Rage Attack in Massachusetts
Nationwide — Gladior Kwesiah, a 26-year-old man from Rhode Island, is facing serious charges after allegedly assaulting a woman in a violent road rage incident in Massachusetts. The attack left […]
Simone Biles Named Sports Illustrated's 2024 Sportsperson of the Year, Most Decorated Gymnast in History
Nationwide — Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, has been named Sports Illustrated’s 2024 Sportsperson of the Year. The 7-time Olympic gold medalist shared that she never expected […]
Black Woman Makes History as the First Artist to Create Super Bowl Logo and Theme Art for the NFL
Nationwide — Tahj Williams, a 26-year-old African American woman from New Orleans, is making history as the first artist to design both the Super Bowl logo and its theme art. […]
Twitch's Mom Speaks Out, Says His Wife's Drug Abuse Claims Are "Misleading" and "Hurtful"
Nationwide — Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ mother, Connie Boss Alexander, is publicly criticizing Allison Holker, the late dancer’s widow, for claims made in her new memoir alleging that he struggled with […]
Nelly and Ashanti to Star in New Docuseries on Peacock Following Their Life as a Couple and New Parents
Nationwide — Hip hop couple Nelly and Ashanti are currently filming a new docuseries that will follow their personal and professional lives. The show will also highlight their journey as […]
Black Woman Makes History as a Professor and Global Leader, Receives Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
Nationwide — Dr. Candice Lucas-Bledsoe, an accomplished professor, researcher, and Global CEO of the Action Research Center, has been honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. This distinguished recognition celebrates […]
Kobe Bryant's Daughter Capri is Now 5 Years Old, Resembles Her Late Father
Nationwide — Kobe Bryant’s youngest daughter Capri is now 5 years old, and fans can’t help but notice how much she resembles her late father. Vanessa Bryant often shares moments […]
Black Couple Says Faith is Not Enough, Professional Help Too is Needed For Emotional Healing
Nationwide — Donnie and Pat Moore, an African American couple who are certified master mindset coaches, are on a mission to help families and individuals navigate the intersection of faith […]
Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell's $15 Million Bankruptcy Case Finally Closes After Nearly a Decade
Nationwide — Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell’s bankruptcy case has finally been closed, nearly 10 years after they first filed. The ex-couple had over $16 million in debts discharged, while […]
Black Woman, Veteran-Owned Aeroponic Farm Thriving in Southern Virginia
Nationwide — Full Circle Bloom, a pioneering aeroponic farm in Kenbridge, Virginia, is breaking barriers and transforming the agricultural landscape. Founded by Ashley Richardson, the innovative farm demonstrates the power […]
Twitch's Wife Says That Her Late Husband Was a Drug Addict, Fails to Protect His Legacy
Nationwide — Allison Holker, the widow of beloved entertainer Stephen “tWitch” Boss, is facing backlash for revelations she made about her late husband, with critics accusing her of tarnishing his […]
‘Real Housewives’ Star Eboni K. Williams is Now a Single Mom at 40 by Choice Thanks to IVF
Nationwide — Eboni K. Williams, who is a lawyer and former Real Housewives of New York City star, recently shared her journey to becoming a single mother via IVF. In […]
Naomi Osaka and Her Boyfriend, Cordae, Break Up After 6 Years Together
Nationwide — Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka and rapper Cordae have ended their 6-year relationship. Osaka shared the news on Instagram, stating they will continue to co-parent their daughter, Shai.
Black Professor to Give Away 1,000 Books in Support of an Anti-Hair Bullying Campaign
Nationwide — Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway is no stranger to attacking issues head-on. When she discovered 1 out of 3 children were not able to read on their grade level, […]
Zoe Saldaña Wins Her First Ever Golden Globe Award, the Only Black Winner of the Night
Nationwide — Zoe Saldaña won her first-ever Golden Globe on Sunday, January 5th, at the 82nd annual ceremony in Los Angeles. She made history as the only Black actor to […]
Black Mompreneur Launches the Newest Line of Fashionable Scrubs for Doctors, Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals
Nationwide — Meet Shay Jackson, an African American mom and the proud founder of TLCscrubbs, a contemporary scrub brand dedicated to transforming the way medical professionals experience their work attire. […]
Black Non-Profit Scholarship Fund to Host Annual Event Highlighting the Cosmetology and Haircare Industry
Nationwide — The Juanita A. Portlock Memorial Scholarship Fund, the only 501(c)3 non-profit organization that acknowledges African Americans excelling in cosmetology, culinary arts, event management, fashion design, interior design, and […]
Whitney Houston's Former Bodyguard Opens Up About His Time Protecting the Icon
Nationwide — Whitney Houston’s former bodyguard, David Roberts, recently revealed a moment when he was tempted to “give up everything” for his feelings with the singer. In an interview with […]
Rickey Smiley Discovers He Has 5-Year-Old Twin Daughters He Never Knew About
Nationwide — Atlanta-based radio host and comedian Rickey Smiley has discovered that he has 5-year-old identical twin daughters with his ex-girlfriend. He learned the shocking news shortly after marking the […]
Black Firefighter-in-Training Surprises His Girlfriend With Rescue-Themed Marriage Proposal
Nationwide — Jayson Ralph, a Black firefighter-in-training with the New York City Fire Department, turned a routine event into a surprise proposal for his girlfriend, Dasia Moore. His fellow firefighters […]
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 […]