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Military Base Welcomes First Ever Black-Owned Natural Haircare Vending Machine

Diva By Cindy vending machine

Nationwide — Cindy Tawiah, CEO and founder of Diva By Cindy, has expanded her natural hair vending machine brand to the heights of the Armed Forces. Yes, the opportunity has […]

Black Social Worker Releases New Guide For Caregivers and Patients on Navigating the Healthcare System

Kenshara Cravens, author 'Navigating the Healthcare System'

Nationwide — Kenshara Cravens, having a heart to alleviate the stress and pressure on patients and their loved ones, has written an easy-to-read handbook on how to approach healthcare. She […]

Black Non-Profit Founder Launches Unique Campaign to Help Relieve Tension and Stress

Rosalind Tompkins, founder of Mothers in Crisis

Nationwide — Rosalind Tompkins, President and Founder of the nonprofit organization, Mothers In Crisis, Inc., has launched the 10,000 Balls for Hope Campaign and Essay Contest because too many people […]

Actress Janet Hubert Slams Phylicia Rashad for Supporting Bill Cosby

Actresses Janet Hubert and Phylicia Rashad

Nationwide — Phylicia Rashad, who starred alongside Bill Cosby for many years, is receiving backlash following her celebratory tweet on Bill Cosby’s release from prison after his rape conviction was […]

Black Nurse Releases Best-Selling New Book, Tells Her Personal Story of Dealing With COVID-19 Patients

Nurse Sheltee Felton

Nationwide — There is something divinely special about people who choose to risk [and sometimes] sacrifice their lives for the sake of others. Sheltee [Debose] Felton is one of them! […]

Siblings in Atlanta Team Up to Pay Off Their Mom's Mortgage

June Hassan with her children and grandchildren

Nationwide — June Hassan, a mother from Atlanta, Georgia, says she was pleasantly surprised when her children decided to help her pay off her house. It started out as a […]

Black Female Entrepreneur on the Rise With Her All-Natural Skincare Brand, Anna Grace Beauty

Shanara Armstrong, founder of Anna Grace Beauty

Nationwide — Meet Shanara Armstrong, founder and CEO of Anna Grace Beauty, a Black-owned, all-natural skincare brand that embodies the beauty and fragility of a woman’s skin. The company has […]

Couple Opens Online Store With Over 170 Black-Owned Products From Over 58 Businesses

Troy and Aurora Nkrumah Dixon, founder The Necessities Company

Nationwide — Meet Troy and Aurora Nkrumah Dixon, the owners of The Necessities Company, a Charlotte, North Carolina-based storefront and online platform that sells more than 170 products from Black-owned […]

Entrepreneur Who Sold 25,000+ Coloring Books Launches New Line of Skin Tone Coloring Pencils

Latoya Nicole, founder of Entrepreneurs Color Too

Raleigh, NC — Latoya Nicole, founder and CEO of Entrepreneurs Color Too, the #1 bestselling Black-owned coloring books and supplies company, announces a milestone of selling 25,000 books and launching […]

Author Addresses Social Justice and Black Trauma in New Book

Roberta Roberts, author of Black Chess

Los Angeles, CA — The murders of Black Americans at the hands of law enforcement officials have compelled author Roberta ‘Robbie’ Roberts, pseudonym, to pen 280+ pages of fiery prose, […]

Black Psychologist Releases First Ever Therapy Card Deck For Black Men

Dr. Ebony, creator of therapy cards for Black men

Nationwide — Dr. Ebony, the creator of My Therapy Cards, the first card deck and self-help tool for Black women, has finally created the first therapy card deck for Black […]

Founders of Black Women-Led Organization Launch Event Series to Teach Educators How to Be More Innovative

Lisa Dunningan and Tosha Wright, founders of Teach Your Heart Out

Nationwide — Teach Your Heart Out (TYHO), a Black-women-led organization, founded by Lisa Dunnigan and Tosha Wright, is committed to creating high-impact programs and events for educators. They have recently […]

HBCU Vice President, Black Mom of 3 Wins National Mother of the Year Award

Dr. Mautra Staley Jones

Dr. Mautra Staley Jones recognized for positively impacting communities around her; excellence in educational & organizational experience. Nationwide — Known as one of Oklahoma’s youngest thought leaders, Dr. Mautra Staley […]

Black Certified Travel Advisor Encourages Travelers to Book COVID-19 Safe Trips With Her Professional Agency

Nadia Sparkle, founder of Travel With Sparkle

Mount Vernon, NY — During this global pandemic, everyone is adjusting to a new normal. Domestic and international travel has become a different process. 80% of international destinations have prohibited […]

First National Telethon for Black Maternal Health to Capture Black Birth Experiences

Black celebrities and influencers promoting the Irth app

Black Parents Invited to Call 855-450-IRTH to Leave a Doctor or Hospital Review for New Yelp-like App to Address Racism and Bias in Maternity Care Nationwide — On Friday, June […]

Former Foster Care Student Expelled From High School Graduates From Howard Law School

Alexis Hawkins, graduate of Howard Law School

Nationwide — Alexis Hawkins, an African American woman from Washington, DC who was expelled from high school, has turned her life around and has earned her law degree from Howard […]

Sha’Carri Richardson Makes History as One of the Fastest Women in the World

Sha'Carri Richardson, the world's fastest woman

Nationwide — 21-year old Sha’Carri Richardson has officially made the 2021 U.S. Olympic team after an amazing performance in Eugene, Oregon where she won first place in the women’s 100-meter […]

Black Nurse Practitioner Launches Platform to Assist Students Transitioning into Practice

Latrina Walden

Nationwide — Meet Latrina Walden, a Family Nurse Practitioner and nursing professor in Atlanta who has launched Latrina Walden Exam Solutions (LWES) – the premier destination for today’s workforce to […]

How Kim Kardashian Helps Innocent Black Prisoners is a Problem

Kim Kardashian helping inmates

By C. Beasley, founder of the Prison Reform Project Nationwide — Kim Kardashian has no doubt been a major asset in bringing national attention to prison reform and wrongful convictions […]

Two Black Entrepreneurs Launch Free Webinar on How to Get Started in the Stock Market

Jr. Fenwick and Tanya Mackey

Nationwide — Two successful financial entrepreneurs specializing in overlooked investors will present a virtual webinar called “20 Things You Need to Know to Get Started in the Stock Market” to […]

Award-Winning Black Author Reveals How She Went From Being Unselected to Respected in the Literary World

Charron Monaye

Nationwide — After being denied by multiple traditional publishing companies and media outlets, author Charron Monaye dared to step out on faith and birth her literary legacy. Born and raised […]

NYC Mother Throws Newborn and Toddler Out of Apartment Window

Dejhanay Jarrell

Nationwide — Dejhanay Jarrell, a 24-year old mother from Brooklyn, is facing multiple charges after allegedly throwing her two children — a newborn and a toddler — out of their […]

Black Teen Accepted into 140 Colleges, Makes History With $5M in Scholarship Awards

Jada Jerrelle Brown

Nationwide — Jada Jerrelle Brown, an African American college-bound student from New Orleans, has been accepted into 141 colleges and universities and awarded $5 million in scholarships.

High School Grad Graciously Turns Down $40K Scholarship

Verda Tetteh

Nationwide — 17-year old Verda Tetteh, a college-bound student from Massachusetts, is set to attend Harvard University in the fall on a full-ride scholarship. However, she also won another $40,000 […]

Meet the Black Woman Helping Incarcerated Youth and Men 16-24 to Become Entrepreneurs and Inventors

Dr. Shanna Carter, founder of Krumpin 4 Success

Nationwide — Dr. Shanna Carter, known as “The Purpose Resuscitator,” has overcome many obstacles in her life but the reward of empowering and encouraging people, especially youth and incarcerated males, […]

Meet the 94th Black Woman to Have Raised $1M in Venture Capital For Her Startup

Janice Omadeke, founder of The Mentor Method

Nationwide — Janice Omadeke, founder and CEO of an Austin, Texas-based tech startup called The Mentor Method, has raised $1.4 million in seed funding to galvanize workplace inclusion and equity […]

Woman Entrepreneur Expands Baltimore's Only Black-Owned Commercial Kitchen and Cafe

Natasha Wainwright, founder of Natasha's Brittle

Natasha Wainwright of Just Natasha’s Brittle Continues to Be More for the city of Baltimore Announcing the Expansion of B’More with Pride Commercial Kitchen and Cafe Collaborative Venture with Food […]

Black Counselor of 27 Years Launches Online Camp to Train Athletes How to be Mentally Tough

Kim Chisholm, founder of Mental Essentials Unlimited

Nationwide — Kim Chisolm, an experienced counselor with a degree in psychology and a love for sports, will be presenting an online mental toughness summer camp called Mental Fortitude: A […]

Twin Sisters Graduate Together From College, Pay Tribute to Mom Who Was Killed

Iman and Imari Anderson

Nationwide — 22-year old twin sisters, Iman and Imari Anderson from Birmingham, Alabama, have recently graduated from Troy University. Sadly, they weren’t able to celebrate that moment with their mother, […]

Nurse Creates Subscription Service to Help Black Moms Prepare For Lactation

Shamiesha Ebhotemen founder of NurseMilk

Nationwide — Shamiesha Ebhotemen, Founder and CEO of NURSEMilk, LLC in Anaheim, California, has created a safe space for families to begin their breastfeeding journey with the tools needed for […]

Sister of Ahmaud Arbery Graduates, Dedicates Master’s Degree to Her Late Brother

Jasmine Arbery, sister of Ahmaud Arbery

Albany, GA — More than a year after Ahmaud Arbery was gunned down while jogging in Glynn County, Georgia, his big sister Jasmine Arbery has earned her Master’s degree and […]

10-Year Old Black Pageant Queen Releases New Book, ‘The Road to the Crown'

Trinity Bush

Nationwide — Trinity Bush, Pageant queen, affirmation writer, and kid CEO of Beyond What You Can See, has launched her new book The Road to the Crown. Leading a powerful […]


Black Teen Fatally Shot by Ex-Boyfriend Who Later Died by Suicide as His Family's Violent Past Emerges

Jada Sellers, Christian Hursey

Nationwide — Jada Sellers, a 17-year-old African American teen from Baltimore, Maryland, was fatally shot by her former boyfriend, 18-year-old Christian Hursey, on July 31. She remained hospitalized for nearly […]

Black Mom Who Had Just Graduated College With Her Daughter Dies in Wrong-Way Crash

Terri Pollock with her daughter

Nationwide — Terri Pollock, an African American mother from Florida, sadly passed away in a wrong-way crash after helping her daughter move into her dorm at Florida A&M University. Her […]

Actress Viola Davis Says She Does Not Accept Target's Apology Over Racist Halloween Costume

Viola Davis

Nationwide — Viola Davis has rejected Target’s apology after the retailer pulled a Halloween costume that sparked accusations of racist and blackface imagery. She said the company’s response failed to […]

Black Columnist Ordered to Be Reinstated by Washington Post After Charlie Kirk Comments

Karen Attiah

Nationwide — Karen Attiah, an African American columnist who formerly worked at The Washington Post, has won her legal challenge over her termination following social media posts about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. […]

NBA Star Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14K a Month in Child Support for His Son That He's Never Met

Anthony Edwards, Alexandria Desroches

Nationwide — NBA star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 a month in child support to Alexandria Desroches for their son, Amir. The ruling comes after he acknowledged […]

Man Gets 50-Year Prison Sentence for Assaulting an 11-Year-Old Girl

Decruis Tatum

Nationwide — Decruis Tatum, a 27-year-old African American man from Biloxi, Mississippi, will spend 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually battering an 11-year-old girl. He must serve […]

Family Mourns Black Mom and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed After Lightning Strike

Kenya Glasgow and her daughter Kennedi

Nationwide — Kenya Glasgow, a 31-year-old African American mother, and her 2-year-old daughter died after lightning struck them in Margate, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. First responders found the mother and child […]

Black Mom Creates Eczema Brand for Her Son, Earns National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance

Taylor C. Liddell, Founder of P2 and You Skincare

Nationwide — Nearly nine years ago, Michigan mom Taylor C. Liddell stood in the kitchen of a two-bedroom, 800-square-foot apartment and mixed a skin cream for her newborn son, who […]

Aretha Franklin's Sons Continue to Fight Over Her Estate 8 Years After Her Death

Aretha Franklin

Nationwide — Eight years after Aretha Franklin’s death, her estate remains tied up in probate court as her sons continue to dispute assets, music rights, and personal belongings. The case […]

Black Mom Demands Answers After Special Needs Daughter Left on School Bus For 2 Hours

Michelle Lemon and her daughter Bryne

Nationwide — Michelle Lemon, an African American mother from Fort Bend County, Texas, is seeking answers after her daughter, Bryne, a non-verbal ninth grader who has special needs, arrived home from […]

Patti LaBelle's Nephew Says She Cut Ties With Him Because He Supported President Trump

Patti LaBelle and her nephew Byl Holte

Nationwide — Byl Holte, Patti LaBelle’s nephew who openly supports Trump, says their relationship fell apart after he questioned his family’s criticism of the president. He claims his political views […]

Missing 63-Year-Old Black Grandmother Found Dead Near Las Vegas Airport

Alisa Goods

Nationwide — Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother from Brooklyn, New York, was visiting Las Vegas when she disappeared earlier this month. Police later found her dead near Harry Reid International […]

32-Year-Old Black Mom Diagnosed With Breast Cancer While Pregnant Says She is Now in Remission

Talicia Durham

Nationwide — Talicia Durham, a 32-year-old African American mother from Columbia, South Carolina, was diagnosed with breast cancer while five months pregnant with her fourth child. She underwent chemotherapy during […]

NYC Black Nurse Sadly Killed by Her Husband After Returning From Family Reunion

Gabrielle Forman

Nationwide — Gabrielle Forman, a 30-year-old African American nurse from New York, was shot and killed by her husband in their apartment just hours after returning from a family reunion […]

Black Female Student Praised For Developing an App That Helps Students With ADHD

Malia Wakesho-Ajwang

Nationwide — Malia Wakesho-Ajwang, a young African American student from Atlanta, Georgia, has created an AI-powered app after struggling to manage schoolwork following her ADHD diagnosis. Her platform helps students […]

Meet the Mom of 3 Making History as the Winner of the Mrs. Black Globe International Pageants

Joi Rodrigue, winner of Mrs Black Globe International

Nationwide — Joi Rodrigue, a military veteran, wife, mother of three, entrepreneur, and community advocate, is proudly wearing the crown as the reigning Mrs. Black Globe International™. Born in the […]

Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles

Megan Thee Stallion

Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]

Black Woman Now Missing for More Than a Month After Leaving Late-Night Hotel Shift

Chantel Brooks

Nationwide — Chantel Brooks, an African American woman from San Francisco, California, has been missing since July 17 after working a late-night shift at a hotel. Her family is searching for […]

91-Year-Old Black Woman Earns GED, Making History as Georgia's Oldest Graduate in a Decade

Helen Woodyard

Nationwide — Helen Woodyard, an African American grandmother from LaGrange, Georgia, earned her GED at 91 after returning to school at age 88. Her achievement made her the oldest person […]

Meet the Black Family That Developed 5 Different Apps and Is Now Inviting Other Creators to Join Their Ecosystem

Temne Hardaway with her family

From a 96-year-old grandmother and an “Esthi Bestie” to three wild Chihuahuas, Temne Hardaway is turning everyday family experiences into AI-powered products and creating new ways for creators to earn […]

Two Black Women Mental Health Leaders Launch New Marketplace Featuring 70+ Resources From Licensed Clinicians of Color

Lisa Savage and Kim Knight, Founders of Coc Marketplace

Founded by Lisa Savage, LCSW, and Kim L. Knight, LMHC, COC Marketplace provides mental health professionals and the public with access to books, clinical tools, workbooks, and training created by […]

Reward Increased to $250K in Search for Pregnant Black Postal Worker Missing Since 2018

Kierra Coles

Nationwide — Kierra Coles, an African American postal worker from Chicago, Illinois, disappeared nearly eight years ago while three months pregnant. Authorities have now increased the reward for information leading to […]

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Mom Reaches Settlement, Agrees to Give His Daughter Most of the Estate

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, his mother Pamela Warner

Nationwide — Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s mom, Pamela Warner, has reached a settlement with the guardians of her late son’s daughter over the child’s inheritance. The agreement would give his daughter most […]

Abducted Siblings Found Alive and Safe After Being Kidnapped By Their Babysitter

Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper

Nationwide — Two sisters, Norah Cooper and Zola Cooper, ages 11 months and 4 years, were found safe after their babysitter reportedly abducted them. Officers arrested the woman Monday after […]

Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”

Vivica A. Fox in The Wrong Housemaid

HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]

The Decision That Changed Everything: How One College Student Chose Taco Bell Over Law School-and Became President of Carrabba's Italian Grill

Kelia R. Bazile

Nationwide — In the summer of 1986, Kelia R. Bazile stood at one of the biggest crossroads of her life. After graduating from high school, what began as a summer […]

Black Wife Becomes Her Husband's Kidney Donor After His Unexpected Health Crisis

Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall

Nationwide — Shaunne Hall and Monte Hall, an African American married couple from North Carolina, faced a sudden health crisis when Monte learned that his kidneys were failing. She later […]

Black Woman Has Not Eaten in More Than 2 Weeks to Protest Trump's Food Stamp Cuts

Liz Wills-O'Gilvie

Nationwide — Liz Wills-O’Gilvie, a 63-year-old African American woman from Springfield, Massachusetts, has gone 15 days without food to protest cuts to food assistance. She is urging Governor Maura Healey […]

Innocent Black Nurse Jailed for 4 Days After Police Mistake Her for Woman Who Stole Her Identity

Elaine McAlister

Nationwide — Elaine McAlister, an African American nurse, spent four days in jail after police mistakenly arrested her over a marijuana warrant issued for another woman. The arrest happened at […]

Black Woman Who Had Recently Earned Her Doctorate Sadly Killed in Mass Shooting at a Party

Dr. Shandrika Hayslett

Nationwide — Dr. Shandrika Hayslett, a 34-year-old African American woman from Memphis, Tennessee, was killed during a shooting at a family celebration, just months after earning her doctoral degree. Four […]

Black Grandmother Launches Patented Interactive Plush Koala Inspired By Her Grandkids

Annette Bentley-Smith, Founder of Kobes Storytime Plus Tales

Her innovative educational comfort system combines a patented voice-recordable pillow plush, children’s books, and interactive learning products designed to support literacy, emotional wellness, and family connection. Nationwide — After hearing […]

6-Year-Old Autistic Black Girl Sadly Dies After Being Left Inside Hot Daycare Bus

Winter Jones with her father Bryan Jones

Nationwide — Winter Jones, a 6-year-old African American girl from Memphis, died after she was left inside a daycare bus on a hot summer day. The child, who was nonverbal and […]