Alliance, OH — Kertisha Brabson, a 31-year old woman from Ohio, would not be alive today if it wasn’t for her mother who never lost hope that she would wake […]
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Retraining As a Nurse: The Benefits of Working in Healthcare
Nationwide — Healthcare is an institution that lends itself to those who enjoy caring for others and giving their personal time to those who are in need. If you are […]
19-Year Old Woman Facing Life in Prison For Killing Man Who She Says Abused Her
Kenosha, WI — Chrystul Kizer, a young African American woman from Wisconsin, was only 17-years old when she shot and killed Randall Volar in self-defense. She says he was abusing […]
Restaurant Waitress “Blessed” With $1,200 Tip From Happy Customers
Dublin, GA — Janet Ballard, a 53-year old mother of two who works as a restaurant waitress in Georgia, says she was recently “blessed” by a group of 12 generous […]
14-Year Old College Student at Spelman Makes the Dean's List During 1st Semester
Atlanta, GA — Sydney Wilson, the youngest student admitted to Spelman College, has recently achieved another milestone as she ended the first semester as a college student with a 3.76 […]
95-Year Old Actress Cicely Tyson Says She Refuses to Retire
Nationwide — Cicely Tyson, one of the most iconic actresses of our time, has just turned 95-years old. But despite her age, she says she will never ever retire from […]
80-Year Old Woman Makes History, Graduates from College with a 3.69 GPA
Normal, AL — Donzella Washington, an 80-year old woman from Alabama, is celebrating being the oldest person to ever graduate from Alabama A&M University. Even more, she graduated Magna Cum […]
New York City to Pay $625K Settlement to Black Woman After Cops Ripped Her Baby Away
New York, NY — Jazmine Headley, a Black mother whose 1-year old son was forcibly pulled from her arms by NYPD police officers during an arrest, will be awarded $625,000 […]
Black Entrepreneur Releases First Ever Shoppable and 100% Customizable Cookbook
LVNGbook helps you cook, eat, and build lasting habits to manage your health Atlanta, GA — When doctors tell patients to change the way they eat for health, 7 times […]
Miss Jamaica Crowned 2019 Miss World, Becomes the 5th Black Woman This Year to Win a Major Pageant
Nationwide — Yet another Black woman has won a prestigious international beauty pageant. Miss Jamaica Toni-Ann Singh was recently crowned Miss World 2019 becoming the fifth Black woman this year […]
R&B Duo DM Visits Chicago and Interviews With Power 92
Nationwide — Los Angeles R&B recording artist DM veered to the Windy City of Chicago for a live on air interview with Power 92. The station premiered their new single […]
Why More Women are Needed in Engineering
Nationwide — Despite the fact that we’ve made considerably more significant strides towards gender equality in the past few years than ever before, there are still a number of industries […]
Miss USA, Miss America, Miss Teen USA and Miss Universe Are All Black Women For the First Time Ever
Nationwide — The year 2019 has definitely been one for the books for Black women in beauty pageants. With South Africa’s Zozibini Tunzi being crowned Miss Universe 2019, now all […]
Black-Owned Hair Care Enterprise Releases Revolutionary New Edge Control Device
Nationwide — Hairocracy is a Black-owned venture founded by entrepreneur Toja Cawley that offers a collection of high-quality hair and facial products. The company sells hair extensions, male wigs and […]
Meet the Founder of One of the Fastest Growing Black Woman-Owned Travel Agencies in the Country
Dallas, TX — Four Corners Travel and Cruises is a Black woman-owned premier travel agency that trains, equips, and teaches people how to travel while making an extra stream of […]
Entrepreneur Launches Online Fashion Marketplace to Connect Black Designers with Consumers — Promises "No Blackface" Designs
Nationwide — Digital marketing expert and serial entrepreneur, Nia Noceta, has launched BlackHaute.com… “The Black fashion marketplace.” The site is dedicated to making it easier than ever to support Black […]
Entrepreneur Creates Interactive Calendar Empowering Black Girls to Explore Different Career Fields
Nationwide — If you are like the millions of individuals who go to work on Monday and say, “I can’t wait until Friday,” then you can definitely relate to Martinique […]
Black Woman Creates First Interactive Computer Science Education Doll
And She’s Giving Away $500 to Celebrate! Phoenix, AZ — Bukola Somide, creator of 14-inch Somi, the first ever Computer Science Interactive Doll, is on a mission to make playtime […]
Introducing the Litty Board, a Black-Owned Invention That Helps You ‘Level Up Your Vision Board’
Alyse Howard’s new product combines the science of visualization, power of action and art of design. Nationwide — The average do-it-yourself vision board only has pictures of things you want; […]
Genius 18-Year Old Who Graduated From College is Now Enrolled in Law School
Fayetteville, NC — At just 18-years old, Brittany Reaves graduated not from high school, but from college! She received her Bachelor’s degree in History at Fayetteville State University and graduated […]
The Only Black Woman-Owned Beef Jerky Brand Continues to Make History
Nationwide — Michelle Timberlake, founder of Marjorie’s Beef Jerky, continues to make history as founder of the only Black woman-owned company in the country that manufactures, distributes and sells it’s […]
Struggling Single Mom Transforms From Convicted Felon to Successful Entrepreneur
Nationwide — Sharon Steele was once a struggling single mom who suffered from abuse, depression, and she even went to prison. But now she is a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker, […]
Wellness Expert Teaching Black Women How to Re-Energize, RePurpose and ReTool in 10 Days
Chief Transformation Officer, Tonya Kinlow, shares methodology for personal transformation. Nationwide — Feeling overwhelmed about entering a new decade? Not sure where and how to shift your energy to ensure […]
Meet Angela Dean, Celebrity Designer & Creator of the Revolutionary Shapewear ‘Shaped By An Angel’
Nationwide — Celebrity designer Angela Dean is synonymous to fashion design and creativity on its highest level. She is iconic and one of the most respected designers in the industry. […]
Founder of Non-Profit Academy Lived Homeless For Two Years to Keep Performing Arts in the Community
San Diego, CA — Heartbeat Music & Performing Arts Academy is not just a non-profit organization to Founder & Executive Director, Tyra Hawthorne; it is a way of life to […]
Serena Williams is Building Schools in Jamaica and Various African Nations
Nationwide — More than just a tennis champion, Serena Williams has always been a champion for a cause. Through the Serena Williams Fund, new schools are being built in Jamaica […]
Project Launches to Create High School Curriculum for Youth Gun Violence Prevention Leadership
Chicago, IL — Dr. Janice Tisha Samuels, Founding Executive Director of the National Youth Art Movement Against Gun Violence, along with her partners, the Great Books Foundation, and Robert Fritz, […]
2nd Annual Skin of Color Conference for Estheticians to be Held in Atlanta
Hampton, VA — Nuekie, a leading provider of innovative skincare products specially formulated and designed for skin of color, will host the 2nd Annual Nuekie Skin of Color Conference to […]
International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute Activates Boots on the Ground-Bahamas Hurricane Dorian Response
Atlanta, GA — In response to the Bahamas’ continued need after Hurricane Dorian, The International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute (IBWPPI) has activated its “IBWPPI Boots on the Ground-Bahamas Hurricane […]
Inspirational Teen Who Had Her Arm Amputated Returns to Competitive Swimming
Atlanta, GA — Tyler Brown, a high school swimmer from Georgia who had her arm amputated due to a tumor, did not let her circumstances stop her from doing what […]
Meet the 101-Year Old Woman Who is Still Working as a Hair Stylist
Memphis, TN — At the age of 101, Callie Terrell is still far from retiring from her work as a hair stylist, making her the oldest working beautician in Tennessee […]
Black Entrepreneur Becomes One of the First to Launch Cruelty-Free Skin and Hair Care Products
Nationwide — Ayanna Henderson, CEO and founder of Mademoiselle Ayanna and Ayanna Beauty, (www.ayannabeauty.com) is one of the first African American entrepreneurs to launch a line of cruelty-free beauty products. The […]
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 Woman Says She Survived the Bourbon Street Attack Thanks to Her Mom's Advice Over the Phone
Nationwide — Alexis Scott-Windham, a 23-year-old African American woman from Mobile, Alabama, says that she is thankful that she survived the horrific New Orleans attack. Her mother, Tryphena, helped save […]
Black Scientist Creates Breakthrough Haircare Product For Lasting Hydration in 4C Curly Hair
Nationwide — Meet Shawna Moses, a laboratory scientist turned entrepreneur who is the Founder and CEO of Kinky Tresses, a thriving natural hair care brand that is transforming the industry […]
Single Black Mom Went From a $300-a-Week Waitress Job to Launching a Multi-Million Dollar Beard Care Brand
Nationwide — A prayer for change and a moment of inspiration transformed Marcinda Hankins’ life, taking her from earning $300 a week as a waitress to building X’clusive Looks Beard […]
Actress Vanessa Williams' Mom, Helen Louise Williams, Sadly Dies at 85
Nationwide — Vanessa Williams’ mother, Helen Louise Williams, sadly passed away on December 28th at the age of 85. She died peacefully in London from complications of acute liver failure […]
Woman Adopted as a Kid By Her Grandparents Surprises Them With a Trip to Paris
Nationwide — Brianna Cry recently surprised her grandparents with a trip to Paris. A video capturing their emotional reaction has since gone viral, touching thousands online.
Black Woman Finally Earns Degree After Dropping Out Twice, Opens Her Very Own College
Nationwide — Shakea Miller, who dropped out of college twice, is now celebrating having finally earned a degree in Business from the University of Phoenix in November 2024. Since then, […]
The State of Black Family Health Launches MLK Weekend in Tampa by Black Nurses
Nationwide — This MLK Weekend in January 2025, The Color of Wellness is proud to launch The State of Black Family Health, a powerful event series designed to advocate for […]
Black Teen, Father Among 15 Victims Killed in New Orleans Terror Attack
Nationwide — A deadly New Year’s Eve attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans left 15 people dead, including two African Americans, 18-year-old Nikyra Cheyenne Dedeaux, and 37-year-old Reggie Hunter. […]
Young Black Woman Set on Fire While Walking to Store in North Carolina, Suspect Held on $1M Bond
Nationwide — Ashanti Downey, a 21-year-old African American woman from Sanford, North Carolina who graduated high school in 2022, was attacked and set on fire, leaving her with severe burns […]
18-Year-Old Black Teen From Mississippi Dies During Tornado, Tree Falls on Her Home
Nationwide — Ty’Keria Rogers, an 18-year-old African American teen from Natchez, Mississippi, tragically died when a tree fell on her home’s porch during a severe tornado on December 28. Despite […]
Black Woman Sent to Prison For 25 Years for Killing Abusive Husband Now Fights for Domestic Violence Awareness
Nationwide — Latoya Dickens, an African American mother from Gwinnett County, Georgia who spent 25 years in prison for killing her abusive husband, now advocates for domestic violence survivors. After […]
Black Mom Responds About Viral Family Photos of Her Son in Different Pajamas from His Half-Siblings
Nationwide — An African American family’s Christmas photo has gone viral after a 5-year-old boy, Trü, was left out of the matching pajamas that the rest of his family wore […]
Single Black Mom of 5 From St. Louis Killed in Christmas Eve Train Accident
Nationwide — Ashley Hogan, a 35-year-old African American mom of five children, died on Christmas Eve when her car was struck by a train in north St. Louis County, Missouri. […]
Black Mom, Teacher From Georgia Shot and Killed by Her Nephew
Nationwide — Tyeisha Colley, a 35-year-old teacher and mother of four, was tragically shot and killed by her nephew on Christmas Day in Monroe, Georgia. Her 21-year-old nephew, Devin Sullivan, […]
Actress Gabourey Sidibe and Her Husband Celebrate the Holidays With Their 8-Month-Old Twins
Nationwide — Academy Award-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe and her husband, Brandon Frankel, marked their first Christmas as parents with a heartwarming video shared on social media. The couple, along with […]
Wendy Williams Slams Caretakers After Leaving Her Mobility Scooter, Demands Better Care
Nationwide — Wendy Williams criticized her caretakers for abandoning her mobility scooter in the street after her son’s graduation dinner in Miami, Florida. Wendy, who was diagnosed with aphasia and […]
18-Year-Old Black Teen, Aspiring Basketball Player Killed in Atlanta Drive-By Shooting
Nationwide — Sekya Smith, an 18-year-old African American teen from Atlanta, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on Christmas Eve while outside at a friend’s house. Her mother, Brittany, […]
Patrick Mahomes and Wife Brittany Prepare to Welcome Third Baby Amid NFL Season
Nationwide — Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany are excited to welcome their third child soon. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback revealed that preparing for the baby’s arrival while balancing […]
Single Black Mom Denied a Promotion, Sues PNC Bank Over Alleged Discrimination
Nationwide — Brandie Falice, who is from Atlanta, Georgia, filed a lawsuit against PNC Bank, alleging she was denied a promotion because she is a single African American mother despite […]
23-Year-Old Black Woman Who Feared Disappearing Has Been Missing for Two Months
Nationwide — Jahnay Bryan, a 23-year-old African American graduate of Cornell University, has been missing for more than two months, and her family fears that she may be in danger. […]
Black Mom from California Banned from School After Complaining About Bullying of Her Daughter
Nationwide — Kavon Ward, an African American mother from Culver City, California, plans to take legal action after her 7-year-old daughter, Semira, endured two years of bullying at her local […]
Black Woman-Owned CreditRich Opens Historic $100M Investment Round at $1B Valuation and Welcomes New Board Member Rudy Terrazas
Nationwide — CreditRich, the first Black woman-owned neo-bank, that allows users to round up their spare change to pay their bills intelligently and optimize their credit scores as fast as […]
Travis Hunter Deactivates Instagram Account After Criticism About His Fiancée Leanna Lenee
Nationwide — Travis Hunter, the Heisman Trophy winner and college football star, has deactivated his Instagram amid persistent online criticism of his fiancée, Leanna Lenee.
Singer Eddie Levert's Daughter, Ryan, Dies at the Age of 22
Nationwide — Eddie Levert’s daughter, Ryan Levert, has died at the age of 22 after battling lupus. Eddie has been mourning the death of his children for years, as Ryan […]
Attorney Tony Buzbee Fires Back at Jay-Z Despite His Client Having "Mistakes" in Her Story
Nationwide — Attorney Tony Buzbee who is representing multiple accusers of Diddy is countering Jay-Z and his team’s misconduct allegations by describing their request for sanctions as “frivolous.” He asserts […]