91% of funding supports BIPOC-founded or led organizations Atlanta, GA — The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta announces funding through the Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund (Arts Fund). A total of […]
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Michelle Obama Speech Inspires 13-Year Old Director and Producer of Animated Film
Nationwide — Kalia Love Jones is an ambitious 13-year old animated filmmaker who wants to empower others. Her first animated short film, The Power of Hope, inspired by a Michelle […]
Black Siblings From DC Create Travel Book and Animation Series For Kids During Homeschooling
Washington, DC — Jennaye Fennell, a single Black mother and educator, and her 3 entrepreneurial children are the creators of Fennell Adventures, a collection of unique travel books for kids. […]
City of San Francisco to Give $1K a Month to Pregnant Black Women
San Francisco, CA — The city of San Francisco has launched the Abundant Birth Project, which aims to curb the high rates of Black women deaths related to pregnancy and […]
Therapist Dr. Ajita Robinson Releases New Book, "The Gift of Grief: A Practical Guide on Grief and Loss"
Bethesda, MD — Dr. Ajita Robinson has launched her latest book, The Gift of Grief: A Practical Guide on Grief and Loss, on Amazon and at AjitaRobinson.com/book to address the […]
How Valerie A. Campbell Regained Her Power After Sexual Abuse and Now Helps Other Women Heal
Nationwide — Valerie A. Campbell empowers readers of her book, The Difference, with a methodology and framework to learn how to stop self-sabotaging; grow professionally; and grow spiritually in these […]
105-Year Old Black Woman is Suing Tulsa for the Black Wall Street Massacre
Nationwide — Lessie Benningfield Randle, a 105-year old Black woman from Tulsa, Oklahoma, one of two known survivors of the tragic Tulsa massacre that is still alive, has filed a […]
Founder of Black-Owned SEO Company Announces Partnership with Los Angeles South Chamber of Commerce
The SEO Queen has partnered with the Los Angeles South Chamber to launch a menu of services for companies making less than $250,000 per year. Nationwide — Zhe Scott, founder […]
Meet the Black Student Loan Strategist Who Has Helped Borrowers Repay More Than $50 Million
In her book “Borrowing While Black,” Dr. Tisa Silver Canady shares insider tips on how to graduate with less debt Nationwide — Dr. Tisa Silver Canady knows what it costs […]
New Film, “Chocolate Kiss,” Now Streaming on Amazon Prime and Tubi
Detroit, MI — The Shoe Lady Productions’ latest film Chocolate Kiss, which is co-produced by Chosen One Productions and Scattered Envisions, is now streaming nationally on Amazon Prime Video. The […]
A Guide to Changing Your Career in Your 30s
Nationwide — If your current role is no longer fulfilling, or you have dedicated many years to an industry and enjoyed little success, you might dream of switching occupations. Once […]
Florida Pastor Reportedly Killed His Wife Because She Was Cheating With the Choir Director
Nationwide — Sylvester Ofori, a Ghanaian pastor from Orlando, Florida, shot and killed his wife, Barbara Tommey, after reportedly discovering that she was having an affair with another man who […]
Black-Owned Coffee Brand Gets Certified By the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
Houston, TX — Golden Made Kafe Intl, LLC, a business specializing in providing exclusive coffee blends inspired by American, French, and African recipes, is proud to announce national certification as […]
Third Grade Teacher Dies Days After Testing Positive For COVID-19
Columbia, SC — Demetria Bannister, a 28-year old elementary school teacher from South Carolina, has sadly died just two days after being informed that she tested positive for COVID-19. Richland […]
Introducing "Black Fatigue: How Racism Erodes the Mind, Body, and Spirit" by Mary-Frances Winters
The forthcoming book explores the effects of racism on the Black psyche Oakland, CA — The Black Lives Matter movement is an international symbol of racial solidarity in the face […]
Entrepreneur Explores the Joys and Struggles of Being a Black Woman in Her Hit Podcast "Women Of Candor"
Podcast Evokes the Spirit of Powerful Black Women Such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Nina Simone, and Moms Mabley Dallas, TX — Everyone says they love listening to the truth and […]
New Designer Debuts Afro-Futurist Short Film with Corresponding Women's Underwear Line
Jonesboro, GA — The first Black-owned and operated Contemporary Creative House announces ‘Thirty’ — its first art production that includes both a short film and limited release of luxury women’s […]
Delta Airlines Defends Black Woman After She Was Racially Harassed By a White Passenger
Minneapolis, MN — Demetria Poe, an African American woman from Minneapolis, says that she is beyond satisfied with Delta Airlines after they took a stand against the racism she experienced […]
Meet the All-Black Female Fishing Team From North Carolina Who Are Making History
Nationwide — The Ebony Anglers, an all-Black female fishing team from Morehead, North Carolina, have recently made history after winning in the King Mackerel division of the Spanish Mackerel & […]
Black Nurse Launches Line of Natural Tea Blends, Handcrafted With Wellness in Mind
Birmingham, AL — Miracle J. Reese is the founder of one of very few Black-owned tea companies based in Birmingham, Alabama. Her company, TasTea Wellness Blends (pronounced “taste tea”), is […]
Journalist and Entrepreneur Franny Crooks Creates Black-Owned Business Directory Called ‘Black Rich Listings’
Black Rich Listings will provide a categorized listing of Black-owned businesses while also providing businesses with grants, business classes, vendor lists, and tutorials. New York, NY — During a time […]
JJ Smith Helps Women Accelerate Their Weight Loss Coming Out of the Pandemic
Nationwide — Not only have many women gained a few pounds during the pandemic, but they were already struggling with slow weight loss and stubborn body fat prior to being […]
Black Woman Astronaut Will Be the First to Visit International Space Station
Nationwide — Jeanette Epps, a NASA astronaut, will soon make history as the first-ever Black woman to fly to the International Space Station on a mission into orbit. It will […]
Black Mom Solves Fungal Skin Infection Problem Called Tinea Versicolor
Nationwide — Mizell Mais is an African American mother of three and an entrepreneur from Apopka, Florida. In her early thirties, she developed a spotty rash that covered more than […]
Girl Knocked Unconscious in Racist Attack After Telling Boy "My Black is Beautiful"
Nationwide — Nevaeh Thomas, an 11-year old girl from Kansas City, says that she was racially harassed and assaulted by a 12-year old boy while playing outside. The boy allegedly […]
Black Woman Develops Networking App That Pays You to Connect With People Just Like You
Nationwide — Three years ago, Atlanta-based startup Pluhg, a tech company founded by entrepreneur Aleeta Bell, announced its pre-launch. Today, Pluhg continues to thrive as an innovative mobile app that […]
Millennial Property Developers to Open Black-Owned COVID-Safe Office Suites
Majesty and Elize have opened their EVOPIA headquarters in Atlanta for COVID-safe coworking Atlanta, GA — Tired of working from home? Business owners, self-employed freelancers, and creative artists are welcome […]
Author and Image Activist Works to Dismantle Racist Biases Against Black Children One Book at a Time
Patrice McLaurin is a Microsoft Acclaimed, Amazon Best Selling and Award-Winning Author Nationwide — At a time when the state of the world is extremely uncertain and fragile, Patrice McLaurin […]
Award-Winning Black Couple Still Thriving in Business Despite Being Victims of Racial and Lynching Threats
Nationwide — Rufus and Jenny Triplett, an award-winning entrepreneurial couple and best-selling authors, have had to deal with racism, cyberbullying and even a lynching threat from Trump supporters via social […]
Steve Harvey Served With a Restraining Order Filed By Civil Rights Activist, Essie Berry
After three years of alleged stalking, cyberbullying, harassment, and threats, a judge has finally granted civil rights activist, Essie Berry, a restraining order against the popular comedian/ TV show host. […]
Black Woman-Owned Company Creates the First Pajamas Line Featuring Children of Color
Atlanta, GA — Building self-esteem through positive representation is an important part of raising healthy children. Simone Edmonson established Dreams and Jammies LLC, an Atlanta-based company, to play a key […]
Black Historian to Release New Book of African American Monuments and Statues
Nationwide — Tammy Gibson is an entrepreneur, historian, traveler, and educational speaker. Her mission is to raise awareness, impact the youth, and preserve pride in African American culture through her […]
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 […]