Meet Shania Muhammad, a 14-year-old African American student from Oklahoma who has graduated with two associate degrees from both Oklahoma City Community College and Langston University, making history as the […]
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Meet the Black Artist From New York Working to Bring Fiber Art to the South
Nationwide — Meet Renée Fleuranges-Valdes, founder and CEO of Quilted Artistry by Renee, a Black-owned contemporary fiber art business that is taking Charleston, South Carolina by storm. The first quarter […]
Black Mom Shot and Killed Just Days After Losing Her 5-Year Old Son
Nationwide — Kaylynn Davidson, a 32-year-old mother from South Bend, Indiana, has been fatally shot just five days after the funeral of her 5-year-old son Kyler Nowlin Jackson. Her son […]
Couple Graduate From Med School and Get Married in the Same Week
Meet Dwight Johnson II and Taylor Brooks, a couple who recently graduated together as physicians from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. Six days later, the two got married.
Couple Launches Books, Company to Help Black Families & Educators to Understand Mental Health Disorders
By Arthia Nixon, The Ambassador Agency Nationwide — After working with children with autism, mental health, and behavior-related disorders as a teacher, Arthur Hairston and his wife Shanita have officially […]
Civil Rights Activist Essie Berry Seeks Justice For Black Employees Injured at Tyson Foods
Nationwide — Civil rights activist Essie Berry says that Tyson Foods Inc. in Waterloo, Iowa appears to be allowing people of color to be violated leading to emotional and mental […]
Black Woman Releases Workbook, Card Deck, and More for Childfree and Childless Community
Nationwide — Meet Jerra Latrice Mitchell, a childfree woman and the founder of Unfertilized Eggs™, whose mission is to empower childfree women to live boldly and unapologetically and to empathize […]
Black Teen Prodigy Makes History as the First Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders from Monroe, Louisiana
Nationwide — Valaysia Smith, a 15-year-old from Ouachita Parish in Monroe Louisiana, is making her mark in history as the first from her hometown to receive the Congress of Future […]
Bronx Female Rapper Turned Author Promotes Self Care with a New Twist on Coloring Books for Women of Color
Nationwide — Meet Dejha B., the founder, creator, and author of Dejha B Coloring LLC which produces a series of coloring books for women of color that are designed to […]
Teacher and Her Daughter Create New Holiday to Honor Black and Indigenous Women
Nationwide — In a 1962 lecture in Los Angeles, California, Malcolm X said, “The most disrespected person in America is a Black woman.” Today, a teacher and her daughter are […]
82-Year Old Woman Makes History, Graduates From University of Maryland
Nationwide — Mae Beale, an 82-year-old woman from Maryland, has finally achieved her dream of graduating college as she recently received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from the University […]
HBCU Student Gives Birth on Graduation Day, Receives Degree in Hospital
Nationwide — Jada Sayles, a student from New Orleans, Louisiana, received her degree from Dillard University with a surprise graduation ceremony inside her hospital room just hours after giving birth […]
News Platform Launches to Celebrate the Success of Black Women and Moms
Nationwide — As Black women continue to make history and pave the way in business, sports, entertainment, and community service, BlackWoman.com has been launched to pay tribute to one of […]
Founder of Black-Owned DC-Based Organization to Empower Women at Awards Luncheon
Nationwide — Karen Maria Alston, founder and CEO of The Spectrum Circle of Washington, D.C., will honor eight influential women at The Spectrum Circle Awards Luncheon on May 20, 2022. […]
Meet the Founder of a Black-Owned Online Course Platform That Empowers Experts to Teach Online
Goalmentum is a Black-owned online course platform that fuses engagement and accountability into every course. This online course platform is a simple system that high-performing business coaches and experts can […]
Black Woman-Owned Book Publisher Releases Third Children's Book Highlighting Diversity and Representation
‘The Turtle With An Afro’ Shows Diversity Matters in All Types of Kids Characters Columbus, OH — “Despite an increase in the diversity of children’s books published over the past […]
Formerly Incarcerated Mom Earns Master's Degree, Her 3rd Degree in 5 Years
Nationwide — Margaret Hall, a 47-year-old mother from Tempe, Arizona, who previously spent time in prison, has graduated summa cum laude with a master’s degree from Arizona State University. It […]
Founder of Black-Owned SEO Company to Host the 2nd Annual Reach More Clients Power Conference
Nationwide — Zhe Scott, founder and CEO of The SEO Queen, is excited to host the 2nd Annual Reach More Clients Power Conference to empower Black-owned and women-owned businesses to […]
Speakers Magazine May 2022 Cover Story Focuses on Moving Black Entrepreneurs to Millions
Epic Failure Led to Epic Success for Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon Detroit, MI — Once an established and accomplished corporate vice president drawing a hefty salary, Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon […]
Texas Mom Sentenced For Allowing Teen Daughter to Marry 47-Year Old Man
Nationwide — Cherry Payton, a mother from Richmond, Texas, who let her 13-year old daughter marry and suffer from sexual abuse by a 47-year old man, has been sentenced to […]
HBCU Grad Turned Entrepreneur Launches Museum for Black Children, Global Celebration
Nationwide — Spelman alumna Veronica N. Chapman is a social entrepreneur and children’s book author on a mission to help make the world better for Black children. In an effort […]
Black Nurse Debuts New Children’s Book Called “Nurses Are Superheroes Too”
Nationwide — In celebration of National Nurse Week, author C.P. Mitchell will be highlighting nurses and the instrumental role that nurses play in our healthcare system. She is using her […]
Black Woman Entrepreneur Opens Two Call Centers, Turns Financial Tragedy into Successful Business
Nationwide — Meet Jennifer Lang, founder and CEO of Jennifer Lang Financial Services, LLC, a Black-owned agency based in Houston, Texas that sells life insurance policies nationwide. Her company has […]
Founder of Black Math Genius Program Reveals How Black People Are Broke By Design
Nationwide — The Black Math Genius program was created by Assata Moore in collaboration with Freddie Taylor of Urban Intellectuals. The program is intentional about putting Black children at the […]
Black Designer Debuts Commemorative Coin to Celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day
Nationwide — Meet Beverly David Robinson, the founder and CEO of Juneteenth Unlimited, who has designed a commemorative coin that celebrates Juneteenth, a federal holiday inspired by the African Diaspora, […]
Married Couple, HBCU Grads Celebrate One Year of Supporting Black and Women Entrepreneurs in the Food Retail Industry
The mission to uplift minority-owned businesses continues into 2022. Nationwide — Allen and Subriana Pierce, the founders of the Navigator Lighthouse Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Orange County, […]
Author Releases New Children’s Book Featuring Black Princess From the Caribbean
Every Little Girl Deserves To Feel Like A Princess Nationwide — Entertainment, business and fashion attorney, and entrepreneur, Eldonie Mason has released her first children’s book featuring a Black princess […]
Wrongly Convicted Black Man Wins $10.5M Lawsuit After 24 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Shawn Williams, an African American man from New York City who served 24 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, has finally been awarded a $10.5 […]
Black Woman CEO Honored By President Joe Biden, Receives Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
One of the nation’s highest honors recognizes notable community contributions Nationwide — Honoring her remarkable leadership and service, Dr. Velma Trayham, a native of Houston, Texas, has become one of […]
Florida Woman Charged With Child Abuse After Spanking Someone Else's Child With Her Belt
Nationwide — Kady Ann Sewell, a 33-year old mother from Florida City, Florida, is facing child abuse charges after she allegedly spanked a 13-year-old boy at school who had defended […]
Jacksonville Officer Involved in Black Woman Police Brutality Case Arrested For Sending Nude Photos to Minors
Jacksonville, Florida police officer Alejandro Carmona, charged with 2 child sex crimes, is the same officer that parked in Brittany Chrishawn Williams’ driveway resulting in her broken teeth in 2020. […]
17-Year Old Student With 4.3 GPA Awarded $2M in Scholarships, Accepted into 38 Colleges
Nationwide — Amia Jackson, a student at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park, IL, has been accepted into 38 colleges (and counting) and has received almost $2 million in scholarship […]
Bay Area Founder Launches 24/7 Caregiver Support Line to Address Care Gap for Black Families
Nationwide — In Black families, caregiving is not a choice. It is a calling, a cultural expectation passed down through generations, and one of the most underserved responsibilities in America. […]
Boyfriend Gets 72-Year Sentence for Murder as Black Woman Remains Missing
Nationwide — Robin Hatcher, a 52-year-old African American woman from Travis County, Texas, went missing in August 2019, and her body has never been recovered. Her boyfriend, Paul Ray Adams, […]
4-Year-Old Black Girl Dies of Stabbing During Domestic Dispute, Her Dad Arrested
Nationwide — Zuri Dixon, a 4-year-old African American girl from Atlanta, Georgia, has sadly died after being stabbed during a domestic dispute at an apartment complex. Her father, Rashad Dixon, 34, […]
Angie Stone’s Children Sell Her Atlanta Home Amid Financial Struggles Following Her Death
Nationwide — Angie Stone’s children are putting their mom’s Atlanta home on the market after struggling to cover expenses following her sudden death last year. According to the family, debts […]
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 […]