Nationwide — Dana Bolden, a high school senior at Jim Hill High School in Jackson, Mississippi, has already secured over $1.4 million in scholarships, all in just 3 months into […]
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Black Author Tells Her Late Mother's Story in Powerful First-Person Narrative Book
Powerful first-person narrative chronicles the life and journey of an African American woman and her American Dream Nationwide — Rosalind “Bee” Harris has announced the release of The Story of […]
Black Woman Founder of Nonprofit Launches Magazine to Support Minorities Affected by Breast Cancer
The publication features diverse patient stories and 300+ resources for care and survivorship Nationwide — Jasmine Dionne Souers, President and CEO of The Missing Pink Breast Cancer Alliance and a […]
Black Author Takes Readers on a Journey of Friendship, Love, and Self-Discovery in "No Reservations"
Nationwide — Bestselling author Sheryl Lister is set to release her highly anticipated women’s fiction novel, No Reservations on January 9, 2024. In this emotionally charged narrative, Lister masterfully weaves […]
22-Year-Old Black Woman Awarded $2M in Scholarships Now Teaching Others How She Did It
Nationwide — Meet Gabriella Carter, a 22-year-old woman from New York City who graduated debt-free from Princeton University and now teaches others how to achieve financial success through scholarships and […]
Entrepreneur Raises $1.2M in Funding to Launch New Platform For Black Women Founders
Nationwide — Makisha Boothe, Founder and CEO of Sistahbiz, proudly introduces “The Suite,” a groundbreaking web platform tailored exclusively for Black women entrepreneurs. In a remarkable collaboration, key sponsors and partners, […]
Award-Winning Black Author Releases Gripping Memoir on Surviving the Loss of a Loved One Due to Liver Cancer
Nationwide — Award-winning author Patricia A. Saunders shares her poignant journey in Saying Goodbye, a memoir that prompts critical conversations on cancer awareness. Patricia’s message is intensified by the heart-wrenching […]
Black Entrepreneur Known For Her Trucking Company Sells Out 2023 Conference For Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs
Nationwide — Kristi Jackson-Muhammad, who once went viral for her success as one of the first Black female owners of a trucking company, is also the visionary behind 25th Annual […]
Activist Says That Jay-Z’s Refusal to Take DNA Test for His Unclaimed Son Still Makes Him the Father
Nationwide — Activist Essie Berry is calling for justice on the behalf of 30-year-old Rymir Satterthwatie whom she says is the unclaimed son of billionaire rapper and business mogul Shawn […]
Single Black Mom Creates All-Natural Skin Care Line After Her 6-Week-Old Daughter Developed Eczema
Nationwide — Meet Jocelyne Firmin, the Founder and CEO of Kiyamel, a Black-owned all-natural skincare brand that has quickly become the become the top choice for people battling with eczema, […]
New Book by 24 Black Authors to Revolutionize Financial Literacy and Empower Families and Small Business Owners
Nationwide — A groundbreaking literary collaboration spearheaded by Dr. Constance Craig-Mason, MRFC® is changing the financial landscape for BIPOC families and small business owners across the nation. Money TALK$: Uncut […]
6 Formerly Homeless Black Siblings From NYC Are All Now Becoming Nurses
Nationwide — Six sisters, the Lawrence siblings from New York City, are now on their journey to fulfill their dreams of becoming nurses together after facing nearly a decade of […]
Black Woman Makes History Reuniting 8,400 Fatherless Kids with Their Biological Dads
Nationwide — Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, the Founder & CEO of The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. (TFGF), is celebrating having reunited 8,400 fatherless children with 3,281 biological fathers. She says […]
Founder Creates App to Revolutionize Networking For Black Women Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Creatives
Nationwide — Meet Lashawn Dreher, founder and creator of the BlkWomenHustle® app, a revolutionary networking application for Black women entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives. The app cultivates social capital, strengthens economic […]
Black Woman Software Engineer Releases Coding Book Series for Kids and Beginner Book for Adult Learners
Nationwide — Software Engineer and Coding Instructor Ronesha D. Dennis has released a four-book coding series for children titled Coding with Cornell and a beginner coding book for adult learners […]
Black Woman Who Wanted to Get Pregnant Accidentally Given Abortion Pill
Nationwide — Tamika Thomas, an African American woman from Las Vegas, Nevada undergoing IVF treatment, tragically lost her baby after her local pharmacy mistakenly provided her with abortion medication instead […]
Black Professors Launch New Curriculum Study Guide About Kirk Franklin's Controversial Story
Nationwide — Two Black professors, Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway and Dr. April T. Berry, have developed and released a Curriculum Study Guide to unpack the Kirk Franklin Story about his […]
Pageant That Celebrates Black Excellence and Beauty Across the Globe to Take Center Stage in Arizona
Nationwide — Get ready to witness the dazzling world of Black Globe International Pageants™ where excellence, beauty, and inspiration collide to create an unforgettable experience. The Black Globe International™ Crowning […]
Black Woman From Virginia Turns 104, Possibly the Oldest Person in the State
Nationwide — Nonie Burch Clarke, an African American woman from Halifax County, Virginia, has turned 104 years old, making her possibly the oldest person in the state.
Black Founder of Women CEO Project Reveals All-Star Lineup For Nearly Sold-Out Global Power Tour in Houston
Nationwide — On November 8-12th, Black women leaders and CEOs will come together for the ultimate business and luxe weekend at the Global Power Tour in Houston, Texas. With just […]
New Book Explores Black Women’s Pathways to Academic Leadership Amidst Challenges in Higher Education
Nationwide — In the face of ongoing challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education, a groundbreaking new book titled Black Women’s Pathways to Executive Academic Leadership has been […]
A Black Woman is the President of Harvard University For the First Time in 400 Years
Nationwide — Claudine Gay has made history as Harvard University’s first Black president, a milestone in the prestigious institution’s nearly 400-year history.
Black Entrepreneur Introduces First Ever Skin Tone Nail Polish for All Shades of Melanin
Nationwide — Jeneba Barrie, the founder and CEO of Jeneba Barrie Nude Footwear, a Black woman-owned luxury nude shoe line, has now launched a nude nail polish brand.
Black Female CEO, Krystal Hardy Allen, Takes DEI Message on Nationwide Book Tour
Allen’s tour for her debut book “What Goes Unspoken: How School Leaders Address DEI Beyond Race” will include fireside chats with special guests, discussing DEI in theory and action. Nationwide […]
Black Woman Veteran, Confidence Coach Unveils "Inner Strength Journal" to Help Women Uncover Their Inner Warriors
Blending Military Resilience with Confidence Coaching, this Revolutionary Journaling Approach is Designed to Empower Women of All Ages and Backgrounds Nationwide — Moniek “Mo” James, a Black woman veteran and […]
The President of Boston University is a Black Woman For the First Time Ever
Nationwide — Melissa L. Gilliam, a distinguished educator, scholar, and physician, has been appointed as the 11th president of Boston University, making history as the first Black woman to hold […]
White Student Becomes First Ever Female HBCU Football Player
Nationwide — Leilani Armenta has become the first female football player for an HBCU team after she recently kicked off the game for Jackson State against Bethune-Cookman. Her historic feat […]
Black Couple Married For 84 Years, Possibly Longest Married Couple in America
Nationwide — Cleovis and Arwilda Whiteside, a remarkable couple from Arkansas, have been married for a whopping 84 years. They have just been recognized by the Family Council as possibly […]
Black Students Shocked When White Substitute Teacher Wears AKA Jacket in Class
Nationwide — A white substitute teacher who was seen wearing an Alpha Kappa Alpha jacket in class, despite the students telling her not to, has sparked widespread attention on social […]
Meet the Black Teen From California Helping the Homeless Community
Nationwide — Cameron Davis is a 17-year-old high school senior from Los Angeles, California. She is an honor student at Brentwood School and has committed her time to helping the […]
Female Computer Scientist Inspiring Black Kids, Creates Interactive Coding Toy Robot and Book Series
Encouraging the Next Generation to Embrace Coding Through Fun and Creativity Nationwide — Terysa Ridgeway, a pioneering African-American computer scientist and celebrated children’s book author, is on a mission to […]
HBCU Grad Turned “Tax Docta” Makes History, Launches Franchise Opportunity for Black Entrepreneurs
Nationwide — Dr. Shawanda Moore, an HBCU grad of Southern University now known as The Tax Docta, a Black-owned tax and financial services firm, is now offering Royal Tax Box […]
Mama Tina’s Gumbo Reopens at Houston Rodeo After Brief Shutdown by Health Dept
Nationwide — Mama Tina’s Gumbo was temporarily shut down at the Houston Rodeo, but it quickly reopened after passing a health inspection. Fans quickly returned, eager to try the Creole […]
Woman Will Not Be Charged for Car Accident That Killed a 6-Year-Old Boy
Nationwide — Kenyunte Goss, an African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, who was arrested after a six-year-old boy was killed in a car accident, has had all charges against her […]
Black Mom Successfully Stops Thief from Stealing Packages from Her Neighbor's Porch
Nationwide — Bernadette Williams, an African American mom from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, stopped a porch pirate with $7 and a gesture of kindness, turning a tense moment into compassion. Her quick […]
Woman Celebrates Buying "Affordable" $40,000 Tesla, But the Fine Print Shows She Owes $94K
Nationwide — A woman has gone viral after celebrating her new Tesla Model Y, which she called “affordable,” with a $40,000 deal. The full cost, though, is a staggering $94,000 […]
Whoopi Goldberg's New Documentary to Explore Her Life and Legacy
Nationwide — Whoopi Goldberg is set to star in a new documentary that offers an intimate look at her life, career, and family. The film will weave together archival footage, […]
"Showtime at the Apollo" Co-Host Kiki Shepard Sadly Passes Away at 74
Nationwide — Kiki Shepard, best known as the co-host of Showtime at the Apollo, has died at 74 after a heart attack. She built a lasting legacy on television, the stage, […]
Black Mom of 2 Missing in Detroit Found Murdered a Year Later
Nationwide — Kayla Swanigan, a 24-year-old African American woman, went missing in Detroit, Michigan, after a planned meeting with a friend never happened. A year later, her family learned she […]
Two Black Sisters Still Missing from Their Adoptive Home Nearly Three Years Later
Nationwide — Tamara Perez, 15, and her sister Iris Perez, 14, have been missing from their adoptive home in Prudenville, Michigan, since June 28, 2023. Authorities, including the FBI, continue […]
Black Woman-Owned Network Awards $25K to Pitch Competition Winner from Sage Foundation
Nationwide — The BOSS Network, in partnership with Sage, has announced that Kaylenne Brown, founder of Plant-Based Eatz LLC, has been named the winner of the Pathways to Success Pitch […]
White Mom of Three Convicted of Killing Husband with Fentanyl for Insurance Money
Nationwide — Kouri Richins, a mother of three from Utah, has been found guilty of murdering her husband with fentanyl and committing insurance fraud, crimes prosecutors said she planned to […]
Elderly White Woman Not Charged After Shooting at Black Man's Car for No Reason
Nationwide — Diane Durgin, a 67-year-old white woman from New Hampshire, is facing a civil rights lawsuit for shooting at a Black man’s car after he drove onto her property […]
Black Teen Sisters Who Went Missing Six Months Ago Have Been Found Safe
Nationwide — Two sisters, Tyra Lively and Tatianna Lively, who are from Jacksonville, Florida, went missing six months ago but were found safe ten days after their disappearance. Authorities confirmed […]
5-Year-Old Black Girl Finally Receives Life-Saving Heart Transplant After Months in Hospital
Nationwide — Malia Croley, a 5-year-old African American girl from Lexington, Kentucky, received a life-saving heart transplant this week after months of battling a serious heart condition. The surgery gives […]
Meet the Black Baby Who Weighed 25 Pounds When He Was Only 7 Months Old
Nationwide — Jaxson, an African American baby from New York City, is capturing hearts online after a video shows him weighing 25 pounds at just 7 months old. His aunt’s […]
Notorious B.I.G.’s Daughter Launches Big Poppa's Steakhouse in Her Dad's Honor
Nationwide — T’yanna Wallace, the daughter of The Notorious B.I.G., is turning her father’s dream into reality with Big Poppa’s Steakhouse. She recently hosted a private tasting in Manhattan, celebrating […]
Entrepreneur Launches Free Hotline for Black Women Experiencing Hair Loss or Scalp Issues
Nationwide — Angela H. Brown, an African American hairstylist, entrepreneur, and veteran hair loss specialist with over 40 years of experience, has launched a free hotline for women struggling with […]
Master Midwife Shafia Monroe Releases Landmark Book Restoring the Legacy of Black Postpartum Care
Nationwide — Master midwife, maternal health elder, and national doula training pioneer Shafia M. Monroe, MPH, announces the publication of her new book, Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions, […]
Black Mom of Six Mourns Her 4-Year-Old Son Died in Hit-and-Run Incident
Nationwide — Harmonie Wright, an African American mother from Brooklyn, New York, lost her 4-year-old son, Zachariah, in a hit-and-run near Brookdale Hospital Thursday morning. She recounted the terrifying moment […]
White Mom Gets 60 Years for Letting Her Boyfriend Abuse Her 5-Year-Old Son
Nationwide — Taylor Schaefer, a mother from DeLand, Florida, who let her boyfriend repeatedly abuse her 5-year-old son, was sentenced to 60 years in prison. The boy suffered a fractured […]
Man Accused of Beating His Mom to Death With a Baseball Bat After Heated Argument
Nationwide — Hayward Jenkins, a 38-year-old African American man from Wisconsin, has been accused of killing his 66-year-old mother with a baseball bat after a heated argument. Police say he […]
Financial Advisor Breaks Down the Bankruptcy of Pinky Cole, Founder of Slutty Vegan
Nationwide — Jayson Thornton, CFP®, an award-winning Financial Advisor specializing in Tax & Wealth Planning, is also the host of the popular podcast and YouTube channel “Pocket Watching with JT,” […]
A Man Killed His Girlfriend and Then Asked ChatGPT for Advice Before Calling 911
Nationwide — Darron Lee, a former New York Jets first-round pick, allegedly killed his girlfriend and later asked ChatGPT how to cover it up. Police found her dead at their […]
Beloved Black Assistant Principal at School in Georgia Dies Unexpectedly
Nationwide — Dr. Taylar Williams, an assistant principal at an elementary school in Albany, Georgia, died unexpectedly, leaving students, staff, and the local community in deep mourning. She was known […]
Woman Made 1,700 Fraudulent Home Depot Returns, Racked Up $266K in Store Credits
Nationwide — Tracy A. James, a woman from Medina County, Ohio, carried out more than 1,700 fraudulent merchandise returns at Home Depot stores across several states. Authorities say the scheme […]
Black Owner of Dessert Food Truck Celebrates Women’s History Month and 30 Years in Business
Nationwide — Andrea Lacy, Founder and CEO of Luv’s Brownies®, the iconic Bay Area bakery behind the Original Heart-Shaped Brownie®, is celebrating Women’s History Month with major milestones that highlight […]
12-Year-Old Black Girl Dies After Fight With Another Teen at a School Bus Stop
Nationwide — Jada West, a 12-year-old African American girl from Winston, Georgia, died after getting into a fight with another student near her home. The middle schooler suffered a serious […]
White Pastor and His Wife Allegedly Forced Their Adopted Children to Eat Trash
Nationwide — Myron Chorbajian, a former pastor from Greenville, South Carolina, faces dozens of charges for abusing his adopted children. He and his wife allegedly forced kids to eat trash […]
Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Impregnating 12-Year-Old Girl
Nationwide — Isaiah Monroe, a man from Toledo, Ohio, has been sentenced to decades in prison for raping a 12-year-old girl, which resulted in her pregnancy. He will also remain […]
Mom Names Her Baby After Police Officer Who Helped During Her Delivery
Nationwide — Kashanna Legette, an African American mother from New York City, went into labor before she could reach the hospital. Nearby police officers helped deliver her baby, and she […]
Celebrity Blogger Tasha K Starts GoFundMe to Pay $3.5M Legal Debt to Cardi B
Nationwide — Celebrity blogger Tasha K, who has been in a long-running legal battle with Cardi B, has launched a GoFundMe page to help pay off her $3.5 million judgment. She’s […]
How a Black Female Podcast Host Broke into the Top 1% Globally — No Ads, No PR, Just Real Conversations
The show’s rapid rise reflects a shift toward realness in an era driven by optics and algorithms. Nationwide — In a digital world driven by optics and algorithms, authenticity is […]
Black Tech Founder Launches AI Platform to Help Entrepreneurs Build Sustainable, Scalable Businesses
Nationwide — As Black entrepreneurship continues to rise across the United States, many founders are building successful businesses without the systems needed to sustain long-term growth. Black tech founder Lakeisha […]