1 Million Fans and Followers:      
Search Jobs | Submit News

Women

Woman From Mississippi Arrested for Illegally Getting $25K in SNAP Benefits

Victoria Reese

Nationwide — Victoria Reese, a woman from Mississippi, was arrested after investigators said she collected more than $25,000 in SNAP benefits by giving incorrect information about her household and income. […]

Owner of Black-Owned Dessert Food Truck Launches 2026 Scholarship Program

Andrea Lacey, Founder and CEO of Luvs Brownies

Celebrating Five Years of Empowering Students Through Perseverance and Purpose Nationwide — As Andrea Lacy, the Founder and CEO of Luv’s Brownies approaches its 30th anniversary, the beloved Bay Area […]

Trump Mocks Somalian Politician Who Said She Could Never Be Deported

Trump mocking Ilhan Omar

Nationwide — President Trump and the White House appeared to mock Rep. Ilhan Omar, a U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 5th congressional district, after a photo was posted of Trump waving […]

TikTok Star Ordered to Pay $1.75M After Having an Affair With Her Married Manager

Brenay Kennard

Nationwide — Brenay Kennard, a TikTok influencer from Durham, North Carolina, was ordered to pay $1.75 million after a jury found her responsible for breaking up her manager’s marriage through […]

Young Founders of Black-Owned School of Nails and Cosmetology to Host Community Event

Aaliyah, Aniah, and Anijah Thompson

Nationwide — Aaliyah Alicia Thompson, owner of the Aaliyah Alicia Thompson School of Nails and Cosmetology, along with sisters Aniah and Anijah Byrd, invites the community to a special event […]

Vivica A. Fox Tells Women Not to Date 50 Cent and Other Rappers, He Responds

Vivica A. Fox, 50 Cent

Nationwide — African American actress and entrepreneur Vivica A. Fox is warning women against dating rappers, including 50 Cent, saying relationships with them can bring drama and heartbreak, based on […]

Wendy Williams' Neurologist Says She Doesn't Have Frontotemporal Dementia

Wendy Williams

Nationwide — Television personality and former talk show host Wendy Williams is fighting to regain control of her life and finances after more than three years under a court-ordered guardianship. […]

Man Arrested Twice Within 24 Hours for Attacking the Same Woman Twice

James Bowman III

Nationwide — James Bowman III, a 40-year-old African American man from Waldorf, Maryland, was arrested twice in less than 24 hours after attacking the same woman. Police say he assaulted […]

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Overturn Verdict That He Sexually Abused and Defamed Magazine Columnist E. Jean Carroll

E. Jean Carroll, Trump

Nationwide — President Trump has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a $5 million verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll, arguing that key […]

Black Celebrity Red Carpet Correspondent Selected to Cover Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards

Shadonna Mo McPhaul at the Carolina Soul Music Awards

Nationwide — ShaDonna “Mo” McPhaul, widely recognized as The Mo You Know, has been selected to serve as a red carpet correspondent for the Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards, presented […]

Kenny Lattimore and His Wife, Judge Faith, Expose People Spreading False Rumors About Their Marriage

Faith Jenkins-Lattimore and Kenny Lattimore

Nationwide — Attorney Faith Jenkins-Lattimore and singer Kenny Lattimore are fighting back against false stories about their marriage circulating on YouTube. Anonymous channels posted videos claiming cheating, divorce, and personal drama, […]

"Teacher of the Year" Suspended After Allegedly Trying to Run Over Her Baby Daddy

Sade Delesia Nacheyle Nelson

Nationwide — Sade Delesia Nacheyle Nelson, a 37-year-old African American who was named 2025 Teacher of the Year at St. John’s High School in Charleston, South Carolina, has been placed on […]

Black Metro Bus Driver, Mom of 3 Killed in Hit-and-Run While on Break

Tanya Perry

Nationwide — Tanya Perry, an African American mother of three and a Los Angeles Metro bus operator, was killed in a hit-and-run crash while on break in Eagle Rock. Her […]

Two Black Women from the Same City Turn 100 Years Old Together

Lizzie Adkins and Amanda Page

Nationwide — Two African American women from Mississippi, Lizzie Adkins and Amanda Page, turned 100 together and celebrated the occasion at a senior center in Tampa, Florida. Surrounded by family, […]

Kim Kardashian Fails the Bar Exam as She Seeks to Become a Lawyer

Kim Kardashian fails bar exam

Nationwide — Kim Kardashian revealed that she did not pass the California bar exam but remains committed to becoming a licensed attorney. The 45-year-old reality TV star and entrepreneur, who […]

Meet Two Young Black MAGA Fans Who Want to Grow Trump's Movement

CJ Pearson and Janiyah Thomas

Nationwide — CJ Pearson and Janiyah Thomas are among a new generation of young Black conservatives gaining national attention for their outspoken support of President Trump and their efforts to […]

Black Woman Dies in Crash That Caused Her Vehicle to Flip Twice, But Her Baby Survived

Morgan Ray and her daughter

Nationwide — The family and community of Morgan Ray, a 37-year-old African American assistant middle school principal from Aurora, Colorado, are mourning her tragic death following a car crash on […]

Order for Trump to Fund SNAP Benefits Halted by Only Black Female Judge on U.S. Supreme Court

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

Nationwide — Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the only African American female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, stepped in to temporarily block a lower court’s order that would have required […]

Babysitter Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing 22-Month-Old Boy in Michigan

Kimora Hodges, Kyrie

Nationwide — Kimora Hodges, a 24-year-old African American woman from Roseville, Michigan, will spend the rest of her life in prison for killing a toddler she was hired to care […]

Black Dad Killed for Reporting His Teen Daughter's Rape and Refusing $12K Bribe

Kcoree Warren

Nationwide — Kcoree Warren, an African American father from Ferguson, Missouri, was shot and killed after reporting the rape of his 15-year-old daughter and rejecting a $12,000 bribe to stay […]

Woman Arrested for Threatening to Blow Up Jail If Inmates Aren't Released By Midnight

Kelvionia Townsend

Nationwide — Kelvionia Townsend, a 23-year-old African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, was arrested after police said she threatened to blow up Jail East if inmates were not released by […]

White Teacher Shot By 6-Year-Old Student Awarded $10M After Suing Black School Principal

Abby Zwerner and Ebony Parker

Nationwide — Abby Zwerner, a former teacher from Newport News, Virginia, won $10 million in a lawsuit against her school’s assistant principal, Ebony Parker, who is Black, after being shot […]

B.E. Academy for Girls Named Contender for Prestigious $1 Million Yass Prize

Staff and student and BE Academy for GIrls

Nashville’s first new all-girls school in over 70 years recognized among the nation’s most innovative education providers. Nationwide — B.E. Academy for Girls, an independent, culturally responsive STEAM school in […]

Black Woman Wrongfully Arrested for Charges Meant for White Woman With the Same Name

Nickie Sledge

Nationwide — Nickie Sledge, a 49-year-old African American woman from Canton, Georgia, says she was wrongfully arrested and jailed after police mistook her for a White woman from Kentucky who has […]

2-Year-Old Black Boy from St. Louis Assaulted and Strangled By His Babysitter

Breyon Wells, 2-year-old boy strangled by his babysitter

Nationwide — Bre’Yon Wells, a two-year-old African American boy from St. Louis, Missouri, was sexually assaulted and strangled to death by his babysitter, a man his mother trusted while she […]

White Teacher Who Had Inappropriate Relationship with Student Won't Have to Register As Sex Offender

Kayla Nicole O’Dell

Nationwide — Kayla Nicole O’Dell, a 34-year-old teacher from Kilgore, Texas, who is White, will not be required to register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to having an […]

Two Black Women Make History as the First Black Mayors of Albany and Syracuse, New York

Sharon Owens and Dorcey Applyrs

Nationwide — Sharon Owens and Dorcey Applyrs made history in New York’s Nov. 4 election, becoming the first Black mayors of Syracuse and Albany. Both women won their Democratic races and […]

Black Author Receives Reader’s House Magazine Editor’s Choice Award of Literary Excellence

Judy Jackson Winston

Nationwide — Judy Jackson Winston, a Behavioral Health Fiction Author and Licensed Independent Social Worker and Attorney, has been honored by Reader’s House Magazine (London, UK) with its Editor’s Choice […]

Meet the HBCU Grad Turned Nurse Empowering Frontline Healthcare Professionals to Thrive in Leadership

Kristen Pennamon

Nationwide — Kristen Pennamon, a proud Florida A&M University graduate, nurse, entrepreneur, and visionary, is leading a movement to help nurses, physical therapists, and varied healthcare professionals thrive beyond burnout. […]

Rapper Nicki Minaj Praises Trump For Threatening Military Action in Nigeria

Nicki Minaj, President Donald Trump

Nationwide — Nicki Minaj praised President Trump for threatening military action against Nigeria over what he described as the “slaughter” of Christians. She said his message made her thankful to […]

Brandy and Ray J Reunite on Stage After Months of Family Tension

Brandy and Ray J

Nationwide — Brandy and Ray J reunited on stage during her Atlanta concert, marking their first public appearance together after months of family tension. The siblings hugged in front of cheering […]

Black Female MAGA Supporter Who Trump Ignored Loses Election for Governor of Virginia

Winsome Earle-Sears

Nationwide — Abigail Spanberger, a 46-year-old former CIA operative and three-term congresswoman, is Virginia’s next governor — defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, a vocal MAGA supporter who sought to […]

Man Shot and Killed Ex-Girlfriend After Chasing Her While She Called 911

Daniel Harmon, Jamilla Shanae' Smith

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

Natalya Manhertz

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

Brandy Allinience

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

Tiarra Logan

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

Jakara Wilson

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

Oriel Dykes

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

Leyla Angelidis, author of Beautiful Dreams

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

Tonya Fairley, Founder of MoneyUnmuted

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

Symone Gilbert

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

Statue of Barbara Rose Johns

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

Camille Benson

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

Elizabeth Fleurisma

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

Reginald English, Lorena Royster

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

Kristi Muhammad and attendees at the Global Power Tour

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

Drs. Sheka Houston and Tammy Taylor, authors of Amir's Awakening

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

Karen Sanders

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

Amirah Milice, Queen of Crowns

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

Letitia James, Trump

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

Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Gabrielle Henry

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”

Diddy's mother Janice Combs

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

Dr. Chanell Dingle-Sermon

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

Vie Lorie, Black-owned luxury handbag brand in Nordstrom

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

Dr. Shawanda S. Moore AKA Tax Docta

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

Nicole Linton, Founder of Nicobi Cares

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

Tammy and Kelvin Marshall, owners of La Lueur Wellness Center

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

Jasmine Carter, Founder and CEO of Balacia

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 […]

Black Entrepreneur Launches Limited-Edition Luxury Fragrance to Honor Her Late Mom

Debra A. Davis, Founder of SHE Fragrance

Nationwide — Nellie Lee Perfume is proud to introduce “SHE,” a limited-edition luxury fragrance created by Rev. Dr. Debra A. Davis to honor the powerful legacy of her late mother, […]

"Not Every Woman" — A Bold, Intimate, and Timely Story of Sisterhood — Now Streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV

Not Every Woman film

Nationwide — Not Every Woman, a gripping new character-driven drama exploring the inner lives of four Black women, is now available to audiences worldwide on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. […]

Founder of Black On Demand TV Unveils Fall Premiere Lineup Featuring Season 2 Favorites and Eight New Creator-Led Shows

Swan Simpson, Founder and CEO of Black on Demand Channel

Nationwide — Swan Simpson, Founder and CEO of Black On Demand TV, a fast-growing, independently Black-owned streaming network, proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Fall Premiere Lineup, including the […]

Meet the Black Author Whose Book Tells a Timely Story About Police Brutality and the Road to Street Justice

Latiera Nicole, author of The Hand of Just-Us

Nationwide — In a nation still grappling with the trauma of racial injustice and police brutality, author Latiera Nicole delivers a timely, soul-stirring debut novel, The Hand of Just-Us, that […]

Meet the Owners Behind the Largest Black-Owned Tour Company in Ghana

Mona Boyd and Mawuli Dzebu, owners of Landtours Ghana

Nationwide — As global interest in Africa reaches historic heights, one company has become a beacon for the diaspora’s journey home. Landtours Ghana, co-led by African American entrepreneur Mona Boyd […]

Gospel Singer Jekalyn Carr Launches Limited-Edition Doll, Sells Out Within an Hour

Jekalyn Carr doll

Nationwide — Gospel singer Jekalyn Carr launched her first-ever signature doll, and it sold out in just 1 hour. The instant success highlights her influence expanding beyond music into lifestyle and […]