Nationwide — Dr. Prenik James, a certified Trichologist and Doctor of Naturopathy with over 25 years of experience, will host the “Taking You Back to Your Roots”: Natural Hair, Barber […]
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Host of 'Hot Mess Millionaire' Podcast Launches 2-Day Summit to Address Black Men and Mental Wellness
Dr. Venus Opal Reese to host a groundbreaking two-day virtual summit focusing on empathy and compassion on the mental wellness of Black men. Los Angeles, CA — Dr. Venus Opal […]
"Boss Impact Fund” Launches to Raise Capital For 500 Black Women Business Owners Over the Next 3 Years
The Launch Kicks Off With The Boss Network Partnering With Sage For Its $1.5 Million “Invest in Progress” Grant Program to Benefit Black Women Entrepreneurs The deadline to apply is […]
Black Doctor Creates "My First Period Kit" and Leak-Proof Panties to Inspire Confidence During Menstrual Cycles
Nationwide — Meet Dr. Amber Robins, a medical doctor turned entrepreneur who is now the founder of Sanxtuary MD, a Black-owned brand committed to helping women learn about their bodies […]
Black Entrepreneurs Who Turned $2K into $2M Launch Masterclass on How to Start a Hair Business
Nationwide — Ashley Williams and Khat Brim, the two founders who successfully built a multi-million dollar brand called Hair Are Us, have now launched a virtual masterclass to help aspiring […]
Once Homeless, This Single Black Mom of 2 Now Owns a Successful Plant-Based Skincare Brand
Nationwide — Meet Angela Y. Ervin, who was once dealing with being homeless, divorced, and a single mom all at the same time. However, now she is a successful entrepreneur […]
17-Year Old From Georgia Accepted into 48 Colleges, Earns $600K in Scholarships
Nationwide — Kenyari Sawyer, a 17-year old high school student from Albany, Georgia, has been accepted into 48 colleges and offered more than $600,000 in scholarships. All in all, she […]
Meet the Founder of a $500K Scholarship Fund That Supports Black Women Entrepreneurs
The fastest-growing entrepreneurship accelerator program helps women-owned businesses get to the next level. Atlanta, GA — Award-winning entrepreneur Dr. Velma Trayham has launched a $500,000 scholarship fund to support Black […]
Sharifah Hardie, CEO of IT TV Network, Launches "Black Guest List" - A New Platform Connecting Authority Black Voices with Media Opportunities
Black Guest List connects Black luminaries with radio hosts, television productions, live shows, digital outlets, print publications, and trendy podcasts to gain media opportunities they historically would not have access […]
Black Author Provides Eight Audacious Actions to Empower Women in Business
Washington, DC — Markiesha Wilson announces the release of her book, In the Climb: Eight Audacious Actions to Overcome Life and Climb the Corporate Ladder with Joy, available here. In […]
2022 Princeton University Summer Program for Black Teen Girls Now Available Online
The program celebrates over 10 years of empowering minority youth to be global leaders Nationwide — Black excellence and effective leadership are essential for a thriving African-American community to survive […]
16-Year Old Black Teen Launches 2022 "I Matter" Poetry and Art Competition With NBA and NFL Players as Judges
Nationwide — Isabella Hanson, a 16-year old student from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, launched the “I Matter” poetry and art competition in 2020 to provide a platform for youth to express their […]
13-Year Old Granddaughter of MLK, Yolanda Renee King, Speaks Out
Nationwide — At the young age of 13, Yolanda Renee King is already following the footsteps of her late grandfather, Martin Luther King Jr., as an activist and speaker. She made […]
Black Author Launches Book Series to Help Kids Deal With Pandemic Grief
Nationwide — Meet Jenny Delacruz, the author and publisher of Momma, Can I Sleep with You Tonight?, a therapeutic support book that helps children ages 3-7 to deal with change […]
Louisiana Judge Apologizes, Resigns After Caught Using N-Word in Video
Nationwide — Judge Michelle Odinet from Lafeyette, Louisiana, was caught on video using a racial slur at her home. She has since apologized and resigned from her seat on the […]
Black Entrepreneur's Recent Visit to Africa Inspires New Holistic Hair Growth Product
Nationwide — When Meekah Royale discovered her Black heritage to be of West Africa with her ancestry connecting her to Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Mali Empire, this motivated her to […]
Black Designer Launches Luxury Handbag and Accessories Line
Nationwide — Meet Ndidi Obi, founder and CEO of a refreshing new Black-owned, luxury brand called Ndidi Obi USA Inc. that poised to take us to the next level in […]
Founders of Black-Owned Platform Make History, Celebrate 7 Years of Teaching Minorities How to Invest
Nationwide — Meet Ernest Curry and Latoya Smith, the founders of The Profit Room, an online learning platform that teaches people of color how to invest in stocks, cryptocurrency, foreign […]
Meet the Founder of an App That Simplifies the College Admissions Process for Black Students
The College Thriver app is poised to disrupt the status quo for higher education among students of color. Nationwide — Shawntia Lee, a former Admissions and Enrollment Counseling professional, has […]
Author of Ten Best-Selling Children’s Books Makes History, Sells Over 100K Copies Worldwide
Nationwide — Ayesha Rodriguez has grown to become one of the leading authors in the children’s books category, with the author and entrepreneur selling more than 100,000 copies of her […]
Black Woman-Owned Brand Makes History, Hits Almost $1M in Sales With First Ever 4-Step Lace Wig System
Nationwide — Shemika Jackson, the founder and CEO of Kafune Amor Hair, is quickly becoming one of the leading names in the premium quality lace wig and haircare market. Based […]
Advocate For Human Trafficking Awareness Pleads For More Support to End Modern Day Slavery
Nationwide — In 2010, by presidential proclamation, January was declared National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Since then, twelve presidential proclamations have followed. These proclamations not only raise the […]
Meet the 10-Year Old Author Who Just Published Her 2nd Children's Book
Nationwide — Rhea G. Madison James from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, is on her way to becoming a young successful author. She has already sold over 700 books, and now […]
English Teacher Launches Magazine to Celebrate Black Virginians
Nationwide — “We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us.” — Mr. Samuel Cornish and Mr. John B. Russwurm, Freedom’s Journal. It is with […]
Keechant Sewell Makes History as 1st Black Woman to Lead NYPD as Commissioner
Nationwide — Keechant Sewell has made history as the first African American woman to be sworn in as NYPD’s police commissioner. This is also the first time a woman of […]
34-Year-Old Black Real Estate Investor Just Bought Two More Hotels and Wants to Help Others Do The Same
Nationwide — Davonne Reaves could have stopped at making history. After all, becoming one of the youngest African American women hotel owners in America is no small feat. But the […]
10-Year Old Black Girl Dies From Online TikTok Challenge, Family Warns Others
Nationwide — Nyla Anderson, a 10-year old girl from Chester, Pennsylvania, has sadly died after reportedly trying the “blackout challenge” that tells participants to hold their breath until they faint. […]
Baltimore Police Officer, Mom of 4, Shot and Killed While Sitting in Patrol Car
Baltimore, MD — Keona Holley, a 39-year old Baltimore Police Officer who was shot while sitting in a patrol car has reportedly died in the hospital a week after the […]
Patricia Kingori Becomes Youngest Black Woman to Receive Tenure at Oxford University
Nationwide— 28-year old Patricia Kingori, who is originally from Kenya, has been awarded a full professorship at the University of Oxford, making her the youngest Black woman to receive tenure […]
Kristen Hayden Becomes 1st Black Woman to Ever Win a National Diving Title
Nationwide — Kristen Hayden, who hails from Hillsborough, New Jersey, makes history as the first Black woman to win a national diving title after recently securing her victory at the […]
Black Family With Newborn Baby to Sue Airline After Being Kicked Off Flight
Nationwide — A family from Philadelphia that was forced to deboard their American Airlines flight with their 7-month old baby says they are planning to pursue legal actions against the […]
Serena and Venus Williams' Estranged Sister to Release Tell-All About Their Dad's Abandonment
Nationwide — Sabrina Williams, who is a half-sister of tennis icon Serena Williams, said she is aiming to release a tell-all book about how their father Richard Williams, whose life […]
LaToya Jackson Finally Reveals Why Her Sister, Janet Jackson, is Not in the 'Michael' Biopic
Nationwide — LaToya Jackson shared why Janet Jackson does not appear in the Michael biopic, saying her sister simply chose not to take part. The film still features several Jackson […]
Florida Black Congresswoman Resigns to Avoid Facing Fraud and Ethics Allegations
Nationwide — Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has resigned from Congress ahead of a House Ethics Committee hearing after ethics violations and a federal indictment tied to FEMA funds. The resignation […]
D4vd Was Promoting His Music on TikTok Around the Time of Celeste Rivas' Murder
Nationwide — D4vd promoted his debut album Withered on social media around the same time that prosecutors allege Celeste Rivas was last seen at his Hollywood Hills rental. He has multiple […]
Black Attorney/ Professor Releases New Book to Honor Protesters Who Died for Justice
Nationwide — Author, professor, and legal historian Gloria J. Browne-Marshall announced the creation of Martyrs Day, a national day of remembrance, honoring protesters who died in the struggle for justice […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Says He Doesn't Date Women Over 40 Because They're "Unromantic"
Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy once again faced online debate after saying he prefers not to date women over 40, pointing to compatibility and lifestyle differences. His comments spread quickly […]
Rapper Akon Defends His Views About Polygamy Again, Says Men and Women Are Not Equal
Nationwide — Akon sparked debate again after defending polygamy and saying men and women are not equal, linking his views to nature and how he believes relationships are structured. His remarks […]
Founder of Black-Owned Dermatology Center Expands Services, Launches Hair Loss Center
Nationwide — Dina D. Strachan, MD, a Harvard-educated, board-certified dermatologist, is the Founder and CEO of Aglow Dermatology, a leading Black-owned dermatology practice in Manhattan, NYC. Recently, she announced the […]
Woman Who Accused Justin Fairfax of Raping Her, "There Were Decades of Signs"
Nationwide — The attorney for Meredith Watson, the woman who had accused Justin Fairfax of rape, said there were decades of warning signs before hr killed his wife and himself. […]
Black Mom Speaks Out After Her 23-Year-Old Son Was Killed in County Jail
Nationwide — Tabitha Tatum, an African American mother of 23-year-old Jaylien Kimble, who died while in custody at Dyer County Jail, is calling for answers after officials opened a homicide […]
First Black Woman to Register a Drone Academy in Texas is Now Featured on Daymond John's Next Level CEO
Nationwide — Steffanie Rivers is making history. As the founder and CEO of TCB Drones, she became the first Black woman in Texas to register a drone academy. That barrier-breaking […]
Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism
Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]
Dr. Erica Schwartz Makes History as the First Black Woman to Lead the CDC
Nationwide — Dr. Erica Schwartz is President Trump’s pick to lead the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention. The nomination comes as vaccine policy debates intensify following recent […]
White Woman Files Discrimination Case After Being Denied Entry to Black Infant Health Program
Nationwide — Erica Jimenez, a white Hispanic woman from Pasadena, California, has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit after being denied entry into the state’s Black Infant Health program. She argues […]
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and Wife Die in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Their Home
Nationwide — Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax had reportedly maxed out a $30K credit card and was not paying child support when he fatally shot his wife, Dr. Cerina […]
19-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Found Dead After Shooting, Neighbors Heard a Scream
Nationwide — Kiriyanah Harris, a 19-year-old African American nursing student from Huntsville, Alabama, was found dead inside her home on Tuesday evening after a shooting. Neighbors say they heard a disturbing […]
Black Grandma Strikes Back After Being Targeted with Fake Call About Her Grandson
Nationwide — Crysta Willis, an African American grandmother from Cleveland, Ohio, got a fake call from someone claiming to be a deputy. The caller said her grandson had caused a […]
Respected Black Judge in Georgia Sadly Dies After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — Deborah R. Fluker, an African American judge in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit Superior Court in Georgia, has died after a battle with cancer. The Gwinnett legal community is […]
Gospel Singer Tina Campbell’s Husband Files for Divorce After 25 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Gospel singer Trecina “Tina” Campbell is being divorced by her husband, Glendon Campbell, who filed to end their marriage following more than two decades together. He cited irreconcilable […]
Black Mental Health Expert and Educator Shares Powerful Insight on Adolescence, Isolation and Social Media
Nationwide — As concerns grow around adolescent mental health, new insights from Dr. Shantalea Johns, Ed.D, LMSW, highlight a troubling reality. Many young people are navigating social isolation and loneliness […]
Black Entrepreneur Named SBA Small Business Person of the Year, to Represent Mississippi in Washington, D.C.
The Pearl, Mississippi-based founder of Strands of Faith, will travel to Washington, D.C. during National Small Business Week to represent the state on a national stage. Nationwide — Ameka Coleman, […]
Fired Black Teacher Moves Forward With Her Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against California School District
Nationwide — An ongoing federal civil rights lawsuit against Hemet Unified School District is drawing increasing national attention as serious allegations emerge involving racial hostility in classrooms, failure to enforce […]
Case of 8-Year-Old Black Girl Who Went Missing 12 Years Ago in DC Has Still Not Been Solved
Nationwide — Relisha Rudd, an African American girl from Washington, D.C., was 8 years old when she disappeared in 2014 from a homeless shelter in the city. Twelve years later, authorities […]
9-Year-Old Black Girl Who Disappeared 26 Years Ago Is Still Missing, Family Ups the Reward to $100K
Nationwide — Asha Degree, an African American girl from Cleveland County, North Carolina, has been missing for more than 26 years after she disappeared at age 10 on Valentine’s Day […]
Black Woman Who Suffered 33 Years in a Narcissistic Relationship is Now Helping Others to Recognize the Pattern
Nationwide — After spending 33 years in a marriage with a narcissist, Dr. Tijuani Phelps Jackson is now helping others recognize that pattern and reclaim their peace through her book, […]
Woman Mistakenly Paid $1,650 an Hour Instead of $16.50 Arrested After Refusing to Return Money to Employer
Nationwide — Rene Nichole Coleman, a 50-year-old woman from Arkansas, was arrested after authorities said she kept more than $19,000 that was accidentally overpaid to her due to a payroll error. […]
Tennis Star Coco Gauff Responds to Criticism Over Her Natural Hair in Luxury Fashion Ad
Nationwide — Tennis star Coco Gauff responded to criticism over her natural hair in a Miu Miu handbag campaign. She addressed comments on TikTok, defending her 4C hair and saying it […]
Nigerian Pastor Criticized for Paying an Older Church Member to Marry His Non-Verbal, Autistic Son
Nationwide — Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, a Nigerian pastor, is facing global backlash after arranging a marriage for his non-verbal, autistic adopted son. He later officiated the wedding, triggering debate over […]
School Employee Accused of Hiring a Student to Kill Her Husband for $2K
Nationwide — Stephanie Demetrius, an African American staff member at a high school in Columbus, Ohio, is accused of asking a student to kill her husband in exchange for $2,000. […]
Black Couple Debuts New Gullah Geechee Seasoning Line and Barbecue Sauces
Nationwide — Latanya and Michael Allen are the Founders of Tastee Treats, a Black family-owned business that was founded on the principles of maintaining Gullah Geechee foods and cultural traditions, […]
Meet the Black Mom Redefining Herbal Wellness Nationally While Raising a Child on the Spectrum
Dallas, Texas-based RN Cherie Sanders turns personal adversity into a thriving wellness movement rooted in education, culture, and community healing. Nationwide — In an era where many are seeking natural […]
88-Year-Old Missing Black Mom Found Dead in Home, Her Son Charged With Murder
Nationwide — Daniest Graves, an 88-year-old African American woman from Chicago, Illinois, has been found dead in her home after being reported missing for nearly two weeks. Her son, 66-year-old […]
Young Black Mom Loses Housing Assistance After Starting New Job, Says She Feels "Punished"
Nationwide — Jaela Jackson, a 22-year-old African American mother from Jacksonville, Florida, is now facing eviction after her rental assistance approval was reversed when she started a new job. She […]