Nationwide — Ever sold yourself short in an interview? Chickened out of asking for that raise? Creeped your Instagram friends with envy — the ones who took the plunge and […]
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Meet the Woman Helping Black-Owned Businesses Get Funding, Corporate Contracts, and More
Nationwide — Felicia Jeffries, founder and CEO of Moore Financial Services, is an accomplished paralegal with over ten years of experience dealing with leading business lawyers and companies across the […]
Maternity Photo Contest Highlights the Beauty of Black Motherhood
Los Angeles, CA — Successful Parenting Media/ Successful Black Parenting announces the launch of their first maternity photo contest which started on April 8th and will continue throughout the year […]
"State of the Air" Report Finds People of Color Are 61% More Likely to Live in Areas With Poor Air Quality
Chicago, IL — The 2022 “State of the Air” report, released earlier this month by the American Lung Association, finds that despite progress, an unacceptable number of Americans are still […]
Black Female Filmmaker Tackles Mental Health Stigma in Debut Psychological Thriller
Atlanta, GA — Sigma Square Media, in association with JD Harvill, has announced the release of “Pseudo,” an independent film from writer-producer Briana Cole, directed by Herschel Grangent Jr.
Black Culture Meets Asian Culture in New Book By Cameroonian Wife, Mom of 3
Nationwide — What does Black Asian solidarity mean? Africa Yoon, the Cameroonian American author of a memoir entitled The Korean, says it looks like telling stories of when we get […]
Power Couple to Empower Black-Owned Businesses With Free 3-Day Virtual Summit
Nationwide — Meet Randy and Renee Hughes, the African American entrepreneurial couple that is launching a Business Growth Summit on May 3-5, 2022. The virtual event will be free for […]
75-Year-Old Black Grandma from North Carolina Makes History, Graduates From Shaw University
Nationwide — Rebecca Inge, a 75-year-old woman from Raleigh, North Carolina, has graduated from Shaw University, an HBCU. She began pursuing her college degree there 57-years ago.
Founder of African-Inspired Fashion Accessory and Home Décor Brand Launches New Spring Collection
Nationwide — Zifa Awoudi, the founder and CEO of ZifasBoutique, is gearing up to release her company’s new spring collection titled Couleur En Printemps. This new collection consists of unique […]
Meet the Young Black Female Navigator Who Turned Sailing the World’s Largest Tankers into a Travel Career
Nationwide — Capt. Sandy Campbell has circumnavigated the globe at the helm of the world’s largest gas tankers as a merchant mariner and seafarer. Being a woman in a male-dominated […]
Meet the Woman Introducing Black-Owned Businesses to the Employee Retention Tax Credit Program
Nationwide — Meet Debra Thomas, founder and CEO of Debudd Marketing, which is currently helping thousands of Black-owned businesses to better understand and take advantage of the Employee Retention Tax […]
Black Teen Entrepreneur Utilizes Video Technology on Product Labels to Educate Customers on the Science of Black Hair
Nationwide — After successfully launching her beauty brand named Kakebi in 2020, Sky Bynum, a 15-year-old Black teen from North Brunswick, New Jersey, soon realized something else needed to be done […]
Atlanta Journalist and Daughter Create TV Talk Show to ‘Elevate’ Mental Health
Nationwide — What do you do when you are in the middle of a pandemic, and your 20-year-old daughter asks you to host a talk show with her? “You do […]
Black Non-Profit Founder Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Over 200K Underserved Women
Nationwide — Sharise L. Erby, MHA, founder and CEO of Phenomenal Woman Empowerment Network (PWEN), is honored to celebrate her organization’s 10th anniversary of serving underserved women in the Phoenix […]
Hair Loss, Spiritual Gain: New Film Captures Black Woman’s Alopecia Struggle And Journey of Self-Love
Nationwide — Mere hours after violence erupted on stage at the 2022 Oscars ceremony – veteran actor Will Smith slapping comedian Chris Rock over a joke Rock had made about […]
Kourtney Mason Becomes Travelers’ First Black Regional Director for Claim Account Executives
Nationwide — Meet Kourtney S. Mason, MBA, Claim Manager at Travelers, a Fortune 500 company that provides insurance coverage to protect the things that are important which include houses, cars, […]
Black Entrepreneur Who Almost Died as a Teen Signs Major Grocery Store Distribution Deal for Her Line of Low-Sodium Seasonings
Meet Emily Avonya Jefferson who had a severe reaction to a medication that almost took her life when she was 16. She was hospitalized for several days due to this […]
African American Holistic Physician and Author Launches New Platform to Combat Racism
Nationwide — Elaine R. Ferguson, MD, a noted pioneering holistic physician, author, and the founder of One Health, LLC, has launched Rise & Thrive™: Healing Hate’s Invisible Harm, a groundbreaking […]
Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray was the First Black Person to Earn a Doctorate in Law From Yale University
Nationwide — Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray was the first African American to earn a doctorate in law (JSD) from Yale University. Even more, she conceptualized the arguments that won Brown […]
Both HBCU Grads, These Two Black Doctor Siblings Are Empowering Patients to Be More “Medically Literate”
Nationwide — Drs. Shamolie Wyckoff and Elita Wyckoff Jones, both Spelman College alumna and also fleshly sisters, have collaborated to write With Ease, Navigating the Medical Office Visit to respond […]
Texas News Anchor, Shatanya Clarke, Sadly Dies at 27 After Cancer Diagnosis
Shatanya Clarke, an HBCU graduate and a well-respected news anchor for KFDX in Wichita Falls, Texas, has sadly died from brain cancer. She was only 27-years old and had recently […]
Meet the School Teacher Whose New Children's Book Series Inspires Black Boys to Enjoy Reading
‘I Love a Good Book,’ the first book in the Boys Unboxed series by Dr. Kimberlie Harris, is a diverse children’s book, which shows boys the joy in enjoying books […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Jewelry Brand Creates Jewelry-Inspired Adult Coloring Book
Nationwide — Joi Marjani Hunter, owner and founder of a Black-owned fine jewelry brand called Marjani Jewels, has now created a jewelry-themed adult coloring book. This adult coloring book features […]
Single Black Mom of 3 With Sickle Cell Anemia Launches Line of Holistic Herbal Teas
Nationwide — Meet Regina Rudolph, a single mother with three children from Richmond, Virginia that is also the founder of Magnolia Wellness – a Black-owned brand of herbal tea products […]
Saint Augustine's Univ. Introduces the First Ever HBCU Women's Rowing Team
Nationwide — Saint Augustine’s University, an HBCU in Raleigh, North Carolina, has announced the formation of a women’s rowing team. This is the first-ever HBCU women’s rowing team in the […]
Black Woman Fulfills Her Entrepreneurial Dreams as a Creator, NFT Artist, Author, and More
Nationwide — As someone with an entrepreneurial drive and endless creative passion, Lucenda Starke is the driving power behind numerous innovative businesses. After graduating from University, she began her career […]
Black Entrepreneur Turned Wellness Specialist Launches Program to Help Individuals Reduce Stress
Nationwide — Certified Executive Trainer Denecia Jones is helping entrepreneurs and professionals achieve the ideal work-life balance through her life-changing Balance Within Coaching four-tier coaching program that allows participants to […]
Meet the Black Educator Whose Workbooks Are Being Used in Ghana, Haiti, Mexico and South Korea
Nationwide — Rosa Higgs, an African American educator and the author of Read in 40 Hours or Less workbook series, is celebrating that her books are being used by teachers, […]
Founder of the First Black Woman-Owned Distillery in the U.S. Receives 5 Proclamations From the Government
Nationwide — Vanessa Braxton, the first African American female Master Distiller and Master Blender in the country, has received five proclamations from the New York State government. She received one […]
Female Founder Invests $350K in Funding and Mentorship for 35 Black Women Entrepreneurs
Nationwide — Cameka Smith, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of The Boss Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women, has announced the 35 awardees of the 2022 Sage Invest […]
HBCU Grad Launches 1st Ever Financial Family Reunion Summit, Plans to Give Away $10K
Nationwide — Ruby Taylor, founder and CEO of Financial Joy School, is pleased to announce the 1st Annual Financial Family Reunion Summit to be held on September 17th, 2022. Even […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Partners With Walgreens, Reveals How She Secured $100M Investment
Nationwide — Monique Rodriguez launched Mielle Organics back in 2014 and instantly became a leading brand in the haircare and beauty industries. In 2021, she secured $100 million in funding […]
Black Deputy Sheriff Passes Away After Battle With Breast Cancer. She Was Only 45
Nationwide — Terra McKinnon, a 45-year-old African American deputy sheriff in Polk County, Florida, sadly died after fighting breast cancer for years. Her death left the sheriff’s office and the Dundee […]
Woman Sentenced for Setting Ex-Boyfriend on Fire During an Argument
Nationwide — Kalena Stubbs, a 51-year-old woman from Mississippi, received a 20-year prison sentence for setting her ex-boyfriend on fire during an argument, leaving him with life-altering burns. Investigators learned […]
Black Founder Launches Career Reset Summit to Support Black Professionals Impacted by Layoffs and Furloughs
Nationwide — With Black professionals disproportionately impacted by recent corporate layoffs, federal furloughs, and the looming possibility of another government shutdown, Adriane Simpson, CEO of The LinkedIn Pros is launching […]
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 […]