Nationwide — Over the weekend, President Biden surprised the nation by announcing that he would not seek reelection and that he was endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic […]
Women
7-Year-Old Black Girl Gives Back to the Hospital Where She Was Born
Nationwide — Julia Scott, a 7-year-old African American girl from Atlanta, Georgia, spent her summer running a snow cone business. She used the money she earned to give back to […]
Black Mom of 2 Who Unlawfully Lost Her Golden Corral Franchise Says It Has Cost Her $10M in 52 Days
Nationwide — Cornucopia Queen, Inc (CQI) DBA Golden Corral, which is owned by Sherrance Henderson, an African American mother of two autistic children, is moving forward in the pre-trial preparation […]
Black Sisters, HBCU Grads Launch Family Lifestyle Brand That Embraces Diversity and Inclusion
Nationwide — Meet Cara Johnson-Graves and Jenae Johnson-Carr, two African American siblings who are also the Founders of Epic Everyday, a Black-owned lifestyle brand that has proudly announced its inclusive […]
72-Year-Old Black Grandmother From Atlanta Wins Two Medals in Her 1st Bodybuilder Competition
Nationwide — Evelyn Foulkner, a 72-year-old African American grandmother from Atlanta, participated in a bodybuilding competition for the first time, bringing home 2 medals and impressing everyone with her performance.
Black Twin Sisters From Detroit Make History, Turn 100 Years Old
Nationwide — Meet Doris Ward and Loris Pryor, African American twin sisters from Detroit who recently made history as they celebrated turning 100 years old.
Joe Biden Drops Out, Kamala Harris Now Planning to Run For President
Nationwide — Vice President Kamala Harris has officially announced her candidacy for President of the United States, following President Joe Biden’s unexpected withdrawal from the race on Sunday. Biden, in […]
Black Nonprofit Launches Third Annual Teen Mom Prom For Mothers Who Missed Their Prom Due to Early Motherhood
Tyra’s Moore’s inspirational story of triumph over adversity featured on Drew Barrymore’s show. Nationwide — A Girl Like Me Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering young girls […]
Police Arrest Black Mom Desperately Trying to Find Her Missing Daughter
Nationwide — Latricia Hartley, an African American mother from San Francisco, was arrested by local police as she desperately searched for her 14-year-old daughter who went missing. It comes after […]
Shaynuh Sloane's Debut Novel "Jade Choyce" Exposes Systemic Racism and Sexism in Federal Workplace
Sloane Draws from Personal Experience to Shed Light on Rarely Discussed Issue Affecting Black Women Nationwide — In her groundbreaking debut novel Jaded Choyce, author Shaynuh Sloane exposes the systemic […]
Black Grandma From Florida Sells Out Homemade Pies and Cakes After TikTok Video Goes Viral
Nationwide — Meet Inez Hudson, a 73-year-old African American grandmother from Lakeland, Florida, who sells homemade pies and cakes. After a TikTok video sharing her story went viral, she has […]
TrioFest, a Father & Daughter Run Festival Returns to Bring the Flavor of the Caribbean to the DMV
Third Annual TrioFest, Wine, Jerk & Curry Festival Moves To Charles County Promising An Impressive Line-Up, Wine Tasting & Authentic Caribbean Cuisine. Nationwide — TrioFest, the highly anticipated annual celebration […]
Black Woman From Georgia Turns 100, Says She Feels Like She's 40 or 50
Nationwide — Meet Susie Dotson, an African American woman from Columbus, Georgia, who recently turned 100 years old. Despite her age, she exudes vitality, declaring she feels as youthful as […]
Black Author/ Workshop Facilitator Releases 2 New Books For Parents, Educators, and Students
Nationwide — Ellen R. (Graham) Yates, an insightful and engaging keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, author, and educator, brings expertise and enthusiasm to the world of education and personal development. She […]
Three Black Scholars Launch the Black AI Consortium – A Historic Artificial Intelligence Experience
Nationwide — The Black AI Consortium has been launched to encourage dialogue and collaboration among members from diverse backgrounds within the African diaspora. Efforts include curating relevant content, hosting educational […]
Judge Carolyn Thompson Making History as the Highest Ranking Black Female in North Carolina's State Judicial System
Nationwide — Last year, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper recognized and understood the 27 years of judicial experience and commitment to fairness and equitable justice that Judge Carolyn Thompson exudes. […]
More Black Women Are Choosing to Be Single Moms By Choice With Assisted Reproductive Technology
Nationwide — More African American women are reportedly making the empowering decision to become single moms by choice. Ashley Hunt, for example, is a Black woman from Chicago who is […]
Black Mom Fired For Hiring Her Son and His Friends at Burger King
Nationwide — Shakayla Dixon, an African American manager at a local Burger King restaurant in Clinton, Mississippi, has been fired along with her son and his friends after hiring them […]
Emmy Winners Sheryl Lee Ralph and Tabitha Brown Helping to Destigmatize Menstruation in the Groundbreaking Film, “Me Period”
New documentary bridges generational gaps, fosters vital conversations about Black women’s bodies Nationwide — Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) announces Me Period, a documentary highlighting critical intergenerational discussions on puberty, […]
Black Woman With Sickle Cell Disease Defies Odds, Turns 80 Years Old
Nationwide — Meet Patricia McGill, an African American woman from Houston, Texas, who recently celebrated her 80th birthday despite living with sickle cell disease. She is one of the oldest people […]
Ebony Alert Issued For 12-Year-Old Girl Last Seen With Her Mom's Boyfriend
Nationwide — Teriana Mahomes, a 12-year-old African American girl from Long Beach, California, who was reportedly abducted by her mother’s boyfriend, has been found safe after an Ebony Alert and […]
Former Black School Teacher Launches Her Own Academy and YouTube Channel, Already Has 1.5M Views
Nationwide — Dr. Taylor Dee is an innovative educator, song-singing children’s author, and dynamic entrepreneur. As a former school teacher, she has now launched her own academy and has also […]
Black School Principal From NJ Killed in Crash With Her Son While Visiting South Africa
Nationwide — A tragic car accident in South Africa claimed the lives of an elementary school principal from Bergen County, New Jersey and her adult son, along with a police […]
40-Year-Old Alexis Williams Makes History, Crowned Ms. Black Mississippi USA 2024
Nationwide — In a groundbreaking moment for Mississippi and the nation, Alexis Williams has been crowned Ms. Black Mississippi USA 2024, marking a significant milestone in the pageant’s history and […]
Two Black Women Superintendents Now Leading Oklahoma's Largest School Districts
Nationwide — Jamie Polk and Ebony Johnson are making history in Oklahoma as the first Black women to lead the state’s two largest school districts. Polk is the Superitendent of […]
Beloved Black Teacher of the Year From Mississippi Killed in Wrong Way Crash
Nationwide — Tyra Small-Jackson, a 48-year-old teacher from Canton, Mississippi, who was named Teacher of the Year at the middle school where she taught, has tragically died in a wrong-way […]
Philly Woman Stole $184K Check From Her City to Pay for a Butt Lift and Vacations
Nationwide — Ashley Stibbins-Parker, a 30-year-old woman from Philadelphia, is accused of stealing a $184,000 pandemic relief check meant for the city of Weston. She reportedly used the stolen funds […]
14-Year-Old Black Entrepreneur Who Designs Custom Jewelry Honored with a Prestigious Community Leadership Award
Nationwide — Jasmine Bledsoe, a 14-year-old African American entrepreneur who is also a scholar athlete from Fort Worth, Texas, has been honored with a prestigious leadership award in recognition of […]
Black Attorney, Zulu Ali, Renames Youth Mentoring Program in Memory of His Mother
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali, founder and principal of the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, the largest Black-owned law firm in California’s Inland Empire, honors his mother […]
Restaurant Manager Harrasses Black Woman Who Left Her Waiter a $150 Tip
Nationwide — Dawn Montgomery, an African American woman from Laurel, Mississippi, says that a restaurant manager questioned her about a $150 tip that she left for a waiter at a […]
Florida Karen Gets Instant Karma After She Punched a Man in a Parking Lot
Nationwide — A Florida woman’s attempt at violence backfired spectacularly when she punched a YouTuber and found herself flat on the ground — all captured on camera.
18-Year-Old Black Teen Crochets Her Own Prom Dress With Matching Handbag
Nationwide — Meet Sarah Akinbuwa, an 18-year-old African American teenager from Somerville, Massachusetts who took the spotlight with her handmade prom dress. A video of herself on social media crocheting […]
D4vd Was Promoting His Music on TikTok Around the Time of Celeste Rivas' Murder
Nationwide — D4vd promoted his debut album Withered on social media around the same time that prosecutors allege Celeste Rivas was last seen at his Hollywood Hills rental. He has multiple […]
Black Attorney/ Professor Releases New Book to Honor Protesters Who Died for Justice
Nationwide — Author, professor, and legal historian Gloria J. Browne-Marshall announced the creation of Martyrs Day, a national day of remembrance, honoring protesters who died in the struggle for justice […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Says He Doesn't Date Women Over 40 Because They're "Unromantic"
Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy once again faced online debate after saying he prefers not to date women over 40, pointing to compatibility and lifestyle differences. His comments spread quickly […]
Rapper Akon Defends His Views About Polygamy Again, Says Men and Women Are Not Equal
Nationwide — Akon sparked debate again after defending polygamy and saying men and women are not equal, linking his views to nature and how he believes relationships are structured. His remarks […]
Founder of Black-Owned Dermatology Center Expands Services, Launches Hair Loss Center
Nationwide — Dina D. Strachan, MD, a Harvard-educated, board-certified dermatologist, is the Founder and CEO of Aglow Dermatology, a leading Black-owned dermatology practice in Manhattan, NYC. Recently, she announced the […]
Woman Who Accused Justin Fairfax of Raping Her, "There Were Decades of Signs"
Nationwide — The attorney for Meredith Watson, the woman who had accused Justin Fairfax of rape, said there were decades of warning signs before hr killed his wife and himself. […]
Black Mom Speaks Out After Her 23-Year-Old Son Was Killed in County Jail
Nationwide — Tabitha Tatum, an African American mother of 23-year-old Jaylien Kimble, who died while in custody at Dyer County Jail, is calling for answers after officials opened a homicide […]
First Black Woman to Register a Drone Academy in Texas is Now Featured on Daymond John's Next Level CEO
Nationwide — Steffanie Rivers is making history. As the founder and CEO of TCB Drones, she became the first Black woman in Texas to register a drone academy. That barrier-breaking […]
Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism
Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]
Dr. Erica Schwartz Makes History as the First Black Woman to Lead the CDC
Nationwide — Dr. Erica Schwartz is President Trump’s pick to lead the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention. The nomination comes as vaccine policy debates intensify following recent […]
White Woman Files Discrimination Case After Being Denied Entry to Black Infant Health Program
Nationwide — Erica Jimenez, a white Hispanic woman from Pasadena, California, has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit after being denied entry into the state’s Black Infant Health program. She argues […]
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and Wife Die in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Their Home
Nationwide — Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax had reportedly maxed out a $30K credit card and was not paying child support when he fatally shot his wife, Dr. Cerina […]
19-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Found Dead After Shooting, Neighbors Heard a Scream
Nationwide — Kiriyanah Harris, a 19-year-old African American nursing student from Huntsville, Alabama, was found dead inside her home on Tuesday evening after a shooting. Neighbors say they heard a disturbing […]
Black Grandma Strikes Back After Being Targeted with Fake Call About Her Grandson
Nationwide — Crysta Willis, an African American grandmother from Cleveland, Ohio, got a fake call from someone claiming to be a deputy. The caller said her grandson had caused a […]
Respected Black Judge in Georgia Sadly Dies After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — Deborah R. Fluker, an African American judge in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit Superior Court in Georgia, has died after a battle with cancer. The Gwinnett legal community is […]
Gospel Singer Tina Campbell’s Husband Files for Divorce After 25 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Gospel singer Trecina “Tina” Campbell is being divorced by her husband, Glendon Campbell, who filed to end their marriage following more than two decades together. He cited irreconcilable […]
Black Mental Health Expert and Educator Shares Powerful Insight on Adolescence, Isolation and Social Media
Nationwide — As concerns grow around adolescent mental health, new insights from Dr. Shantalea Johns, Ed.D, LMSW, highlight a troubling reality. Many young people are navigating social isolation and loneliness […]
Black Entrepreneur Named SBA Small Business Person of the Year, to Represent Mississippi in Washington, D.C.
The Pearl, Mississippi-based founder of Strands of Faith, will travel to Washington, D.C. during National Small Business Week to represent the state on a national stage. Nationwide — Ameka Coleman, […]
Fired Black Teacher Moves Forward With Her Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against California School District
Nationwide — An ongoing federal civil rights lawsuit against Hemet Unified School District is drawing increasing national attention as serious allegations emerge involving racial hostility in classrooms, failure to enforce […]
Case of 8-Year-Old Black Girl Who Went Missing 12 Years Ago in DC Has Still Not Been Solved
Nationwide — Relisha Rudd, an African American girl from Washington, D.C., was 8 years old when she disappeared in 2014 from a homeless shelter in the city. Twelve years later, authorities […]
9-Year-Old Black Girl Who Disappeared 26 Years Ago Is Still Missing, Family Ups the Reward to $100K
Nationwide — Asha Degree, an African American girl from Cleveland County, North Carolina, has been missing for more than 26 years after she disappeared at age 10 on Valentine’s Day […]
Black Woman Who Suffered 33 Years in a Narcissistic Relationship is Now Helping Others to Recognize the Pattern
Nationwide — After spending 33 years in a marriage with a narcissist, Dr. Tijuani Phelps Jackson is now helping others recognize that pattern and reclaim their peace through her book, […]
Woman Mistakenly Paid $1,650 an Hour Instead of $16.50 Arrested After Refusing to Return Money to Employer
Nationwide — Rene Nichole Coleman, a 50-year-old woman from Arkansas, was arrested after authorities said she kept more than $19,000 that was accidentally overpaid to her due to a payroll error. […]
Tennis Star Coco Gauff Responds to Criticism Over Her Natural Hair in Luxury Fashion Ad
Nationwide — Tennis star Coco Gauff responded to criticism over her natural hair in a Miu Miu handbag campaign. She addressed comments on TikTok, defending her 4C hair and saying it […]
Nigerian Pastor Criticized for Paying an Older Church Member to Marry His Non-Verbal, Autistic Son
Nationwide — Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, a Nigerian pastor, is facing global backlash after arranging a marriage for his non-verbal, autistic adopted son. He later officiated the wedding, triggering debate over […]
School Employee Accused of Hiring a Student to Kill Her Husband for $2K
Nationwide — Stephanie Demetrius, an African American staff member at a high school in Columbus, Ohio, is accused of asking a student to kill her husband in exchange for $2,000. […]
Black Couple Debuts New Gullah Geechee Seasoning Line and Barbecue Sauces
Nationwide — Latanya and Michael Allen are the Founders of Tastee Treats, a Black family-owned business that was founded on the principles of maintaining Gullah Geechee foods and cultural traditions, […]
Meet the Black Mom Redefining Herbal Wellness Nationally While Raising a Child on the Spectrum
Dallas, Texas-based RN Cherie Sanders turns personal adversity into a thriving wellness movement rooted in education, culture, and community healing. Nationwide — In an era where many are seeking natural […]
88-Year-Old Missing Black Mom Found Dead in Home, Her Son Charged With Murder
Nationwide — Daniest Graves, an 88-year-old African American woman from Chicago, Illinois, has been found dead in her home after being reported missing for nearly two weeks. Her son, 66-year-old […]
Young Black Mom Loses Housing Assistance After Starting New Job, Says She Feels "Punished"
Nationwide — Jaela Jackson, a 22-year-old African American mother from Jacksonville, Florida, is now facing eviction after her rental assistance approval was reversed when she started a new job. She […]
31-Year-Old Black Influencer Dies Suspiciously, Her Family Questions Her White Boyfriend’s Story
Nationwide — Ashlee Jenae, an African American woman from Miami, Florida, was found dead while on a luxury trip in Tanzania after celebrating her 31st birthday and engagement. Her family […]
Pregnant Rapper ‘Siditty’ Killed in Atlanta, Shot 4 Times in the Face
Nationwide — Qualeisha Barnes, an African American rapper from Detroit, Michigan, who was pregnant, died in Atlanta, Georgia, after a shooting inside a car. Police say she was shot four […]