Santa Ana, CA — A woman in California allegedly posed as a social worker and tried to kidnap a newborn baby from the mother. She reportedly surrendered to police after […]
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Twin Sisters to Graduate as Co-Valedictorians with Matching 4.0 GPAs
West Englewood, IL — Twin sisters Tia and Tyra Smith recently shared the honor of being the valedictorians at Lindblom Math and Science Academy right outside of Chicago after they […]
Jazz Vocalist Ellen Cooper Releases Beautiful Romantic Ballad, "So Much Joy"
Los Angeles, CA — There is nothing sweeter than an artist and a debut song that’s time has come. Now, after years of building fervent followings in the U.S., Asia, […]
Meet the Founder of the First Black-Owned Beauty School to Open in Horry County
Conway, SC — The SHB International Hair Academy School of Cosmetology is open and accepting students who are interested in getting the training required to embark on a lucrative career in […]
80-Year Old Grandmother From Houston Earns College Degree
Houston, TX — Mrs. Beatrice Lillie, an 80-year old grandmother, has graduated college with an Associate’s degree in business management from Houston Community College’s Business Center of Excellence. She has […]
Teaching Black Women How to Turn Their Purpose into Their Paycheck
Nicole Roberts Jones, CEO of the Fierce Factor Lab, is the Cover Story of Speakers Magazine Nationwide — The June issue of Speakers Magazine is online and extra printed copies […]
Corporate Counsel Men of Color Returns For 2nd Men of Color Life, Strategies and Power Networking Conference
The gathering, held on June 6th and June 7th at the Marriott Marquis Convention Center in Washington, DC, brought together men of color from multiple industries, including STEM, Law, Finance, […]
Largest Black-Owned Hair Company Launches New All-Inclusive Service That Changes the Way You Buy and Install Hair
Mayvenn Install pays for your next hair appointment by offering customers the hair of their choice and a service for the price of one (hair, shampoo, condition, braid down, sew-in […]
Best-Selling African American Author, K.C. Mills, to Launch Seminar on How to Be a Successful Writer
Atlanta, GA — On Saturday, June 15th, 2019 international bestselling author KC Mills will present “The Journey To Number Ones” Seminar. The event will be held at Courtyard Atlanta Cumberland/Galleria, […]
Astonishing Theft of $10 Million from Black Businesswoman Anne Kihagi – Here’s Her Plight
Nationwide — Anne Kihagi, an African American businesswoman and real estate investor, has been the victim of judicial injustice in San Francisco. Judge Angela Bradstreet has perpetrated many injustices against […]
First the Sister Graduated as Valedictorian, Then Two Years Later, Her Brother Did the Same!
Conyers, GA — Two siblings in Georgia have once again proven Black excellence. Anthony Mays II just recently graduated as the valedictorian with a 4.93 GPA at Rockdale Magnet School […]
Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation Elects First Female Board President and Relocates to Philly from NYC
Taneshia Nash Laird is the first woman to be board president for Rush Arts since it was founded 24 years ago Philadelphia, PA — Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation (Rush Arts) […]
Son Launches GoFundMe For Mother Who Had Been Living the American Dream Despite Having a Debilitating Mental Illness
Family hangs on to hope and long-term medical care as the best medical option Dayton, OH — There was no more highly esteemed than the Moore family matriarch Blanche J. […]
3 People Arrested After Foster Child Beaten For Not Finishing Homework
Fort Lauderdale, FL — Three people have been arrested in Florida for reportedly brutally beating a child with several things such as jump rope, belt, clothes hanger, and even a […]
Woman Who Called Michelle Obama an Ape is Going to Prison for FEMA Fraud
Charleston, VA — Pamela Taylor, the 57-year old white woman who made a racist comment about former first lady Michelle Obama on Facebook two years ago, is now going to […]
The Wellness Coach Who Beat Lupus is Now on a Mission to Help Other Women
Nationwide — Certified Wellness Coach and Aging Expert, Cassandra Hill, recently discussed reversing your health on The Studio with Damon Davis.
Black Teen Commits Suicide After Being Bullied -- Now the Parents are Suing the School!
Bronx, NY — Mya Vizcarrondo-Rios, a 16-year old high school student at Harry S. Truman High School in New York, committed suicide by jumping off a roof after allegedly being […]
Missing High School Teacher Found Dead in Miami, Florida
Miami, FL — Kameela Russell, a 41-year old high school teacher who was reported missing on May 15, has been found dead 10 days later. Her death was ruled a […]
Employee Fired For Pointing a Gun at a Black Couple Over Picnic Reservations
Starkville, MS — A white female campground employee has been fired after she reportedly threatened and pointed a gun at a Black couple who were just looking for a nice […]
Meet 24-Year Old Dr. Ashley Roxanne, the Youngest Black Osteopathic Doctor Ever
Atlanta, GA — Yes you read that right, Dr. Ashley Roxanne Peterson is just 24-years old and a medical doctor after starting medical school at 19-years old. She is one […]
Women of Color Are Ready to Lead More Organizations
Nationwide — Women of color in leadership roles often ask for support on how to be successful in the work environment and haven’t always found the answer. Della Mack is […]
Teen Mom Graduates High School as Valedictorian With More Than $1M in Scholarships
Memphis, TN — Lamyrical Harris, a teenage mother and a high school senior student in Tennessee, has recently graduated as the valedictorian of her class. She was also offered over […]
Mom of a Teen Millionaire to Host Summit Teaching Other Parent Managers How to Do the Same
The Raising a Mogul Family Business Summit is all set to take place in Atlanta this June, welcoming parent managers nationwide. Atlanta, GA — Raising a Mogul Brand Management & […]
Abortion Clinic Uses Deceptive "Black Lives Matter" Tactics to Target African American Mothers in New Jersey
By Rev. Clenard H. Childress, Jr. Nationwide — The seductive tactics of evil institutions are often cynical and certainly deplorable. The psychopathic gestures or practice subliminally mocks its intended victims […]
African-American Mom and Banker Creates Financial Literacy Flash Cards and Activity Book to Help Parents Teach Their Children About Finances
Nationwide — Understanding how to manage finances has become one of the most critical skills today. Very few Americans save for emergencies, and many live from paycheck to paycheck. If […]
Founder of Alabama Kids Code Announces Black Tech Alabama Conference
Birmingham, AL — Award-winning STEM education program, Alabama Kids Code, is conducting the State of Alabama’s inaugural Black Tech Alabama™ conference. The technology conference will focus on diversity and inclusion […]
14-Year Old Becomes the Youngest Student Admitted into Spelman College
Atlanta, GA — At just 14-years old, Sydney Wilson is about to start her freshman year at the prestigious Spelman College this fall, making her the youngest student ever admitted […]
Florida Mom Grieving After Daycare Worker Left Her 4-Month Old Baby in Hot Van
Jacksonville, FL — Lancia Isaac, a grieving mother from Florida, is asking for support after her 4-month old baby named Brooklyn tragically died after being left in a hot van […]
Top 10 Executive Job Openings For Black Women That Pay $65K/ Year or More
Nationwide — Women have long been paid less than men, and Black women have especially suffered the most from gender equality. Fortunately, a new web site called BlackJobs.com lists more […]
3 Siblings Launch African American Animated Series Based on the Characters in Their Books
Jiyah, Jace and Merl Fennell are not your typical siblings. Not only are they all published authors, but they have also just launched their very own African American animated series […]
5 Inspiring Young Adult Books with Black Main Characters
Nationwide — Representation in media is very important for teens and young adults. If you’re searching for an entrancing story, look no further than these five young adult books with […]
Married Couple From Arkansas Graduate College Together With Doctorate Degrees
Little Rock, AR — Sherman and Sonya Whitfield, a married couple from Arkansas, not only share their love for each other but they also now share the same level of […]
Young Black Doctor From California Sadly Passes Away After Electric Scooter Crash
Nationwide — Dr. Geohaira Sosa, a 32-year-old first-year psychiatry resident at UC Davis, tragically lost her life in Sacramento, California, after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric […]
Entrepreneur Makes History After Helping 6,000 Black Authors Get on Podcasts, Stages, and TV
Nationwide — Meet Taurea Vision Avant, the woman on a mission to uplift Black voices and make sure our stories are heard loud and clear. As the founder and CEO […]
Two Black Authors From Detroit Reveal the Powerful Connection Between Black Women and Women of the Bible
Nationwide — Rev. Dr. Georgia A. Hill and Diane Proctor Reeder, two African American authors from Detroit, Michigans are on a mission: to combine their faith, their Black-ness and their […]
Judge Joe Brown Attacks Kamala Harris, Says She Has a Lazy Reputation
Nationwide — Former TV Judge Joe Brown has recently stirred controversy with his harsh criticism of Vice President Kamala Harris, referring to her as an “old hoe” in a candid […]
Black Mom of 4 Finally Passed the Bar Exam After Studying For 9 Years
Nationwide — Meet Evelyn Uba, a woman from California who moved from Nigeria in 1983 who has achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a lawyer. After nearly a decade of […]
Judge Mathis Vows to Win Back His Wife, Says He Does Not Want Divorce
Nationwide — Judge Greg Mathis is facing a challenging period in his life as his wife, Linda, has taken steps to end their 39-year marriage. The well-known TV judge recently […]
4-Year-Old Autistic Black Girl Left on School Bus For 7 Hours in Extreme Heat
Nationwide — An African American family from Dallas, Texas is demanding answers after their 4-year-old daughter, Araiya Pruitt, who has autism and is nonverbal, was left alone on her school […]
Black Pro Female Football Player Launches First Online Marketplace Exclusively for Women Athletes
Nationwide — Santia Deck, the first African American female athlete to sign a multi-million dollar deal to play football, is making history again. This time, she has launched, HerLocker, the […]
These 4 Former HBCU College Dorm Roommates All Went on to Become Judges
Nationwide — Four former roommates from North Carolina Central University’s Law School, an HBCU, have all achieved impressive careers as judges. Starting as classmates in a dorm room 26 years […]
Black Woman Not Hired For Wearing Shorts to a Job Interview Sparks Online Debate
Nationwide — A woman from San Antonio, Texas, named Tyreshia Morgan, has ignited a heated online debate after sharing her experience of being sent home from a job interview due […]
Black Pregnant School Bus Driver Saves Students Moments Before Bus Catches Fire
Nationwide — In 2023, Imunek Williams, an African American school bus driver who was pregnant at the time, became a local hero after an extraordinary act of bravery. On a […]
Gyrls in the H.O.O.D. Foundation to Host Let It Flow Festival in Chicago to Combat Period Poverty
Nationwide — Gyrls in the H.O.O.D Foundation is excited to announce the adolescent Let It Flow Fest, an innovative and impactful event designed to raise awareness about period poverty, normalize […]
Founder of the Largest Network of Black Women Event Planners to Host a 3-Day Online Summit
Nationwide — Kimberly Perrymond, the renowned celebrity event curator and founder of EZPZ Party Planning, is also the founder of the largest organized group of Black women event planners with […]
California Woman is Suing Hospital She Claims Lost Her Daughter's Body For a Year
Nationwide — Ginger Congi, a resident of Sacramento, California, is grieving the tragic loss of her daughter, Jessie Peterson. Peterson, known for her bubbly and energetic personality, was a beloved […]
Mother Accused of Leaving Baby Unattended in Hot Vehicle While She Rode a Horse
Nationwide — Cara Dugan, a 40-year-old mother from Merrick County, Nebraska, is facing serious charges after allegedly leaving her infant alone in a hot vehicle while she participated in a […]
Black Dad and Daughter Making History, Helping 1,000 Families Become Homeowners
Nationwide — Dante Lee and his daughter, Kiyah, are making history as the first-ever Black father and daughter duo on a mission to help at least 1,000 African American families […]
This Black Educator of 17 Years is Teaching School Districts How to Help Millions of Students Who Can't Read
Nationwide — Erica Battle, an African American education thought leader with more than 17 years of experience, is proud to introduce two groundbreaking programs in response to the growing concerns […]
Mariah Carey Confirms Her Mom and Sister Have Tragically Died on the Same Day
Nationwide — Over the weekend, singer Mariah Carey faced a heartbreaking double tragedy, losing both her mother, Patricia, and her sister, Alison, on the same day.
TLC Concerts Canceled After T-Boz Hospitalized For Alarming Health Scare
Nationwide — TLC had to pause their performances this weekend due to a health scare involving Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins, who was hospitalized after experiencing alarming symptoms.
Single Moms Become Homeowners Thanks to Gift From Warren Dunn
Nationwide — Two single moms from metro Atlanta, Georgia had their dreams come true when NFL legend Warrick Dunn helped them become homeowners. Dunn teamed up with Habitat for Humanity […]
Famous TV Judge Mathis' Wife Files For Divorce After 39 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Linda Mathis, the wife of TV judge Greg Mathis, has filed for divorce after 39 years of marriage. The couple, who separated on July 17, cited irreconcilable differences […]
12th Annual National Black Breastfeeding Week Honors Importance of “First Foods” in Improving Black Maternal and Infant Health
Annual campaign kicks off with a nationwide online storytelling festival and with Open Mic Nights for Black Birth & Breastfeeding in Oakland, NYC, & virtual Nationwide — Black Breastfeeding Week, […]
Oakland's Dedra Tufon Crowned Ms. Black USA 2024 in Washington, DC
Nationwide — The Miss Black USA Scholarship Pageant Organization is proud to announce that Dedra Tufon, the reigning 2024 Ms. Black California USA, has been crowned the 2024 Ms. Black […]
Black School Principal Attacked By a Student in Texas Had to Be Airlifted to a Hospital
Nationwide — In a distressing incident in Corsicana, Texas, Candra Rogers, an African American assistant principal, was airlifted to a hospital after being severely injured by a student in a […]
Woman Arrested For Allegedly Killing and Eating a Cat in Front of Her Neighbors
Nationwide — A troubling incident occurred in Canton, Ohio where a 27-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly killing and eating a cat, raising significant concerns about mental health and its […]
5-Time Suicide Attempt Survivor Hosts 5th Annual Conference That Promotes Mental Wellness Among Black Women
Nationwide — Regina Renaye, an award-winning mental health advocate and the host of the Strong Black Woman Support Group podcast, is proud to announce the 5th Annual Strong Black Woman […]
Black Author Makes History with Special Edition of "Gumbo for the Black Woman's Soul" Anthology That Benefits HBCU Students
Nationwide — Aviella Aloha, renowned author, speaker, and financial educator, announces the preorder launch of her custom cover edition of the anthology Gumbo for the Black Woman’s Soul. This powerful […]
71-Year-Old Black Health Educator Launches Harriet Tubman-Inspired TV Show to Empower Girls
Nationwide — Celebrated author and health educator Karol V. Brown proudly announces her latest book, The Harriet Tubman Way: An Inspirational Guide to Self-Love, Empowerment, and Legendary Leadership for Girls. […]
77-Year-Old Black Woman From Arizona Becomes First-Time Homeowner
Nationwide — At the age of 77, Sherry Yates from Coolidge, Arizona, finally achieved what many consider the cornerstone of the American Dream—homeownership. Despite the challenges and setbacks that came […]
15-Year-Old Black Teen Who Wants to Be Adopted Says She Loves to Accessorize
Nationwide — Meet Gabby, a 15-year-old high school sophomore from the Texas foster care system who is looking for her forever family. Despite facing some tough times, she remains upbeat […]
Florida Jury Convicts Woman Who Fatally Shot Her Black Neighbor During Ongoing Dispute
Nationwide — 60-year-old Susan Lorincz, who is white, has been convicted of manslaughter after fatally shooting her Black neighbor, Ajike “A.J.” Owens. Lorincz claimed she acted in self-defense, firing her […]
Texas Teen, Parents Die in Car Crash While on Their Way to College Move-In Day
Nationwide — 17-year-old Andril Arvind and her parents, tragically lost their lives in a crash while on their way to her college move-in day at the University of Texas at […]