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First Black Student to Attend the University of Alabama Finally Receives Doctorate Degree at 89-Years Old

Autherine Lucy Foster, first Black woman to attend University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL — Autherine Lucy Foster, the first Black student at the University of Alabama, has finally been awarded an honorary doctorate degree from the university. Now 89-years old, Foster was […]

Baltimore Mayor Resigns Over Book Deal Scandal

Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh

Nationwide — Catherine Pugh, the mayor of Baltimore has finally resigned after a recent controversy about her questionable book deals was discovered. The Baltimore Board of Ethics claims the former […]

This Music Trio -- Ages 9, 11 and 12 -- Are Making History as the Youngest Hip-Hop/Pop Group in the Country

The Royal Mix

Philly-Based Group, The Royal Mix, Have Dropped Their New Hit Single “What You Know” Philadelphia, PA — The Royal Mix, a Philadelphia based Hip-Pop performance group, consists of three talented […]

All Black Women Win Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss America Titles For the First Time Ever

Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA; Kaliegh Garris, Miss Teen USA; and Nia Franklin, Miss America

Nationwide — For the first time in history, three of the most prestigious beauty pageants in the United States were dominated by Black women who reign in the same year. Cheslie […]

This Super Mom Ran a 800-Meter Race While She Was 8 Months Pregnant

Alysia Montano running while pregnant

Sacramento, CA — In 2014, Alysia Montano was 8 months pregnant with her first child when she decided to compete in an 800-meter race. Remarkably, she victoriously finished the race […]

HR Expert Launches Nationwide Tour to Help Address America’s High Black Unemployment Rate

Lisa Holmes, author of Job Hunting, Now What?

Lisa A. Holmes’ new book “Job Hunting. Now What? Keeping It Real In The Modern Career Search” is quickly becoming the “must-have” practical guide for seasoned professionals and those new […]

Aromatherapist Launches Online Course on Natural Anxiety Relief Using Essential Oils

Renee Hughes teaching about natural anxiety relief

West Palm Beach, FL — Certified Holistic Practitioner and Aromatherapist Renee Hughes has launched an online course on Natural Anxiety Relief using essential oils and specialized techniques.

Curlkit Launches First Natural Hair and Wellness Summit April 29th to May 2nd, 2019

Heather Cummings, founder of CurlKit

New York, NY — CurlKit Natural Hair and Wellness Virtual Summit is the first ever of its kind, launched by a leading subscription box in the natural hair arena; this […]

Alika Hope Becomes the First Black Woman to Be Crowned Ms. New England America

Alika Hope

Entrepreneur, educator, TV personality and singer to compete in national competition to be held in August 2019. Nationwide — Alika Hope, a resident of Connecticut, has been named Ms. New […]

Rodney King’s Daughter Launches Scholarship Fund to Help Black Fathers on 27th Anniversary of LA Riots

Rodney King

Los Angeles, CA — Lora King, the daughter of Rodney King, is paying tribute to her father’s life and legacy through the “I am a King” scholarship, which she launched […]

Winner of Miss Teen USA 2019 Competition Makes Black Women With Natural Hair Proud

Kaleigh Garris, Miss Teen USA

Nationwide — Kaleigh Garris, an 18-year old Black woman, recently won the Miss Teen USA 2019 competition wherein she represented the state of Connecticut. The beauty queen was crowned while […]

Texas School Implements Dress Code For Parents -- No Hair Rollers, Bonnets, and Shower Caps Allowed!

Black woman wearing hair rollers

Houston, TX — Carlotta Outley Brown, a high school principal in Texas, has implemented a new dress code — not for students or school staff but for parents who come into […]

Mother of 4 Children Launches New Blog About Women Making Moves in Business and at Home From the DC Area

Shaunese Alexander, founder of She's Making Moves Blog

Nationwide — Shaunese Alexander, a wife and mother of 4, is also the founder of a new blog called ShesMakingMoves.com. She created the blog for mothers who have a desire […]

Ugandan Single Mom Struggles to Provide for Her 38 Kids

Mariam Nabatanzi, Ugandan mother with 38 children

Kampala, Uganda — Mariam Nabatanzi, a 39-year old woman from Uganda who was married off at the age of 12, has given birth to 44 children from 15 pregnancies. Since […]

Black Teen Accepted into 115 Colleges and Awarded $3.7 Million in Scholarships

Antoinette Love

New Orleans, LA — Antoinette Love, a senior student attending International High School of New Orleans, has been accepted into all 115 of the colleges that she applied to. Aside […]

Music Legend Melvin Williams Launches Photo Contest to Celebrate Black Moms

Black mother with son

Open Photo Submissions to Celebrate Moms for Mother’s Day Nationwide — Music legend Melvin Williams and his entertainment company MWE have launched an open submission for photo images for a […]

13-Year Old Girl Dies After School Fight With Three Other Students

Kashala Francis

Houston, TX — Kashala Francis, a 13-year old girl in Texas, suffered from severe head injuries and later died less than a week after being brutally attacked by three girls outside […]

Black Organization Raises $65K For NYC Students Participating in the SBI College and Career Prep Institute

SBI Annual Benefit Gala Alumni and Supporters

Harlem, NYC — Sound Business, Inc. (SBI) hosted its 5th annual Benefit Gala on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019 at the Harlem Stage Gate House in NYC to celebrate their valued […]

Ohio Mother Says Her Kids Were Kicked Out of School For Being Born Out of Wedlock

Summer Grant, Ohio mother of two children expelled

Akron, OH — Summer Grant, a 30-year old single mother of two, was shocked to learn that a pastor expelled her daughters from the Christian school they were attending because they […]

Biggest Fertility Expo of the Year Will Address Black Women's Top Health Issues

Black woman suffering from infertility

The 2nd Annual South Florida Fertility Expo will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2019 in Miami Lakes, Florida. Doors open at 10am. Miami, FL — Did you know that […]

St. James Infirmary to Celebrate 20th Year Anniversary Gala on June 2nd

St James Infirmary 20th Anniversary Gala

Nationwide — St. James Infirmary has provided a truly outstanding level of service in their fight to improve public health by ensuring that the sex workers in San Francisco have […]

National Author Pens Fourth Book of Awakening Methods of Forgiveness

Creating Masterpiece From a Master Mess by Stephanie Wilson-Coleman

Chicago, IL — Stephanie Wilson-Coleman, PhD, didn’t always depict the picture of coolness and calm that she exudes on the cover of her newest book, Creating A Masterpiece from a […]

Black Mom of 5 Children Wins $110 Million Lawsuit Against NYC Hospital For Malpractice

St. Barnabas Hospital in NYC

Bronx, NY — Keimoneia Redish, a Black grandmother from New York who was left crippled for life due to medical malpractice, has recently won a massive $110.6 million in damages […]

Celebrity Interior Designer, Nikki Chu, Creates Curriculum For Design Mecca – An Online Learning Platform For Students

Nikki Chu, interior designer

Nationwide — Celebrities including Nikki Chu, Serena Williams, Shonda Rhimes, Spike Lee, Annie Leibovitz and others are helping students fuel their passion through online learning platforms.

Black Woman Media Commentator Creates The Master the Media Summit

Dr. Avis Jones-Deweever on the cover of Speakers Magazine

Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever cover story for the SPEAKERS magazine Detroit, MI — The April issue of Speakers Magazine is online and hard copies will be distributed at the Master the Media […]

Umpqua Bank Rejects $2 Million from Black Owner Seeking to Pay Off Mortgage -- But Takes Offer From White Male Buyer!

Anne Kihagi

Nationwide — After more than 10 years of reliable mortgage payments, Anne Kihagi, an African American landlord in San Francisco, says she is under attack by Umpqua Bank for allegedly […]

High School Student With 4.71 GPA Earns $1 Million in Scholarships

Raylynn Thompson

Muskogee, OK — Raylynn Thompson, a graduating high school student, has proven the haters and doubters wrong when she recently became the valedictorian at Muskogee High School in Oklahoma. With […]

National Month of Hope Founders Announce the H.O.P.E.E. Awards

National Month of Hope Founders

Coinciding with the National Month of Hope, Mothers in Crisis Inc. will recognize inspiring individuals through the debut of the H.O.P.E.E. Awards (Helping Others Practice Enduring Empowerment) Tallahassee, FL — […]

Mom Ticketed While Breastfeeding in Backseat of Parked SUV

Mother ticketed for breastfeeding her baby in parked SUV

Manhattan, NY — Guillermina Rodriguez, a mother of four from New York City, was hit with a parking ticket and almost got her car towed after she pulled over to […]

The Shocking Truth About Easter -- What the Easter Bunny and Eggs Really Mean, and Why Many Choose Not To Celebrate

Truth About Easter

Nationwide — Easter is a very popular annual holiday celebrated by millions around the world every March or April. It is generally celebrated on a Sunday to commemorate the resurrection […]

NYC Bus Driver Says Urine Was Thrown in Her Face

Trellis Robinson, NYC MTA bus driver who had urine thrown in her face

New York, NY — Trellis Robinson, a 43-year old MTA bus driver, suffered from injuries after a man attacked her and threw urine in her face while she was at […]

Black Author Who Lost 100 Pounds and Beat Depression Launches New Book and Mobile App to Help Others

Dakota Jack, author and creator of the My 4 For 40 plan

Dakota Jack, also known as a ‘goal-digger’ is a contemporary author that inspires us to achieve our little goals first through her new book – and soon, through her mobile […]

Naomi Osaka and Her Boyfriend, Cordae, Break Up After 6 Years Together

Naomi Osaka and Cordae

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

Dr. Linda JM Holloway

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

Zoe Saldaña wins Golden Globe

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

Shay Jackson

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

Teaversation Honorees

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

Whitney Houston and her bodyguard David Roberts

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

Rickey Smiley

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

Alexis Scott Windham

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

Shawna Moses

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

Marcinda Hankins

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

Vanessa Williams and her mother, Helen

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

Brianna Cry surprising her grandparents

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

Shakea Miller

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

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

Nikyra Cheyenne Dedeaux and Reggie Hunter

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

Ashanti Downey

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

Ty’Keria Rogers

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

Latoya Dickens

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

Family photo viral after boy was left out of the matching pajamas

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

Ashley Hogan

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

Tyeisha Colley

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

Gabourey Sidibe with her husband Brandon and twin babies

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

Wendy Williams on her scooter

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

Sekya Smith

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

Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany

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

Brandie Falice

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

Jahnay Bryan

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

Semira

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

Angel Rich, founder of CreditRich

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

Travis Hunter and his fiancee, 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

Eddie Levert and his daughter Ryan

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

Attorney Tony Buzbee and Jay-Z

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 […]