In her new book, author Claire ‘Lethal’ Vilain turns social anxiety into an introspective poetry book. Columbia, MD — A new book from seasoned Haitian spoken word artist and educator, […]
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13-Year Old Girl From Chicago Shot and Killed While Making TikTok Videos Outside Her Home
Chicago, IL — Amaria Jones, a 13-year old from Chicago, has reportedly died after being shot in the neck with a stray bullet while doing a popular TikTok dance right […]
Former Foster Child and Teen Parent Defies Odds, Earns Master's Degree and Writes New Book to Empower Others
According to the National Foster Youth Institute, only 50% of foster youth finish high school and only 3% graduate from a 4-year college. Nationwide — Meet Deanna Jones, a former […]
Mom of Black Teen Millionaire to Host Free Online Family Business Summit
The Raising A Mogul Family Business Summit is set to take place online to teach parent managers how to build million-dollar brands. Nationwide — Raising A Mogul Brand Management & […]
Founder of Black Girls Invest Virtual Summit to Help Close the Wealth Gap for African American Girls
This year’s event is set for July 21, 2020. Nationwide — Expanding her wealth portfolio through the art of trading stocks is no new task for Cassandra Cummings, founder of […]
Mocha Moms, Nation's Oldest Support Group For Mothers of Color, Takes Practical Steps To End Police Violence
Upper Marlboro, MD — As the life was being choked out of George Floyd, he called out, “Mama!” Our sons and daughters are calling for us and Mocha Moms, Inc. […]
Denver-Area Women Launch Digital Green Book Campaign to Highlight Safe, Welcoming Business and Travel Opportunities For Black Americans
Crystal Egli and Parker McMullen-Bushman bring passion, experiences as Black women to a fundraising effort to provide a collective voice and online resource for marginalized communities Denver, CO — Birdwatching. […]
Black Women Founders Bring COVID-19 Screening Stations to Schools, Offices, Prisons and More
Two entrepreneurs — Lynda M. Dorman, CEO and Carolyn E. Howell, President of Orange Wall Enterprises — have made history as the first Black women to sign a distribution and […]
Black-Owned Natural Hair Care Brand Offers Franchise Opportunities to Women
Nationwide — In 2017, Diva By Cindy hair care products opened the first natural hair care kiosk in the Baltimore/Washington International airport. In 2019, they revolutionized the industry by launching […]
Best-Selling Author, Noreen Henry, to Host Virtual Conference Featuring African American Experts
Nationwide — Noreen Henry, founder and CEO of Victorious Living Culture, will present “Unleash Your Greatest Potential & Live Your Best Life Now!” taking place virtually on June 27th featuring […]
African American Breast Cancer Survivor Says "Mammograms Are Not Enough," Launches Workshops For Women
Nationwide — Katrina Shaw gained the respect of being an unapologetic leader in her community for the development of the urban garden where she and other volunteers plant and grow […]
Redefining What Disney’s Black Princesses Should Really Look Like
Atlanta, GA — Stunning photos of young Black girls dressed as Disney princesses have gone viral after being shared on social media. CreativeSoul, a Black-owned Atlanta-based photography studio, has teamed […]
19-Year Old Black Lives Matter Activist Found Dead, Police Investigating as Homicide
Nationwide — Oluwatoyin “Toyin” Salau, a 19-year old Black Lives Matter activist from Tallahassee, Florida has been found dead. She had been missing for one week, and police are investigating […]
Black Non-Profit Founder Launches Appeal to Fund Affordable Housing Project in Denver
Nationwide — Meet LaRhonda Majied, founder of a Denver-based non-profit organization called Philmon Majied Dynasty, Inc. (PMD), who has launched an appeal for donors to help fund their mission to […]
Twin Sisters Graduate With Highest Honors, Pay Tribute to Their Mom Who Died Last Year
Philadelphia, PA — Khaliyah and Aaliyah White, twin sisters from Philadelphia, have graduated as the number 1 and 2 students of their class at GAMP High School.
Two Bestselling Authors, Industry Moguls to Host a 6-Day Virtual Live Writers' Retreat
The retreat, hosted by industry experts Dawn James and Tenita Johnson, will take place online from August 17-22, 2020. Only 12 participants will be accepted. Nationwide — While many may […]
In New Video, Mothers Call For Action to Save Black Sons’ Lives
Newspaper debuts “I Have a Black Son” video that shines light on fear about police brutality toward African American men Denver, CO — The murder of George Floyd by police […]
Black Entrepreneur Creates Unique Journal to Help Loved Ones Manage Finances in the Event of an Emergency
Nationwide — Meet Brandee Harrington, a real estate broker and entrepreneur from Jackson, Mississippi, who has released a 100-page, spiral-bound book called the COINZ Journal that is designed to help […]
Original Play About Dark Skin, Colorism & Darkism Comes to Pay-Per-View
Nationwide — Rashida Strober is the first dark skin woman to put colorism and dark skin on the map through a concept and brand she created in 1998. The brand […]
Meet the College Coach Who Has Helped Students Earn Over $40M in Scholarships
Atlanta, GA — Tameka Williamson, founder of College for Free, an award-winning Atlanta-based organization committed to helping students avoid the student loan debt crisis and attend college for free, has […]
America Urgently Needs Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation to Bring Unity, Equity and...
Statement by Dr. Gail C. Christopher, Executive Director, National Collaborative for Health Equity Nationwide — “Today, the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE) enthusiastically applauds the House Resolution urging that […]
Couple Gets Married During Black Lives Matter Protest in Philadelphia
Nationwide — Kerry Anne and Michael Gordon, an African American couple from Philadelphia, got married on June 6th and celebrated their wedding day with thousands of protesters as they joined them […]
Introducing a New Black-Owned Hair and Beauty Supply Store in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH — Regal Beauty is Central Ohio’s newest Black-owned hair and beauty supply store. Formally located at 973 E Main Street in Columbus, the store opened in February 2019 […]
Black Psychologist Helps Men and Women to Discover 5 Inner Secret Weapons to Transform Their Lives
Nationwide — Nationally recognized clinical psychologist, speaker, author, and playwright, Dr. Gloria Morrow, affectionately called “Dr. Gloria,” is helping people to identify the inner secret weapons they possess. Dr. Gloria […]
Speakers Magazine Challenges Black CEOs to Speak Up About Racial Injustices
Honoring the Legacy of George Floyd Detroit, MI — The June issue of Speakers Magazine is online and features Dr. Velma Trayham who grew up in Houston and knew George […]
Woman Makes History, Graduates From High School at 98-Years Old
Monrovia, CA — Vivian Fisher from California has finally achieved her dream after she recently earned her high school diploma at the age of 98. She was one of the […]
School Principal Tells Black Teen She Can't Graduate Because of Her Braids
Gladewater, TX — Kienjanae “KJ” Hooper, an 18-year old high school senior from Texas, says she was heartbroken when the principal at her school told her she was not allowed to […]
George Floyd's 6-Year Old Daughter, Gianna, Speaks Out: "Dad Changed the World!"
Nationwide — Gianna Floyd, the 6-year old beautiful daughter of George Floyd, has spoken out after his brutal murder by a Minneapolis police officer. During an appearance on Good Morning […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches HBCU Bingo to Honor 2020 Grads With Over $1 Million in Game Prizes and Cash
Celebrity Surprise Guests, Trash-Talking, and Competitive Bingo make for an Epic HBCU experience to honor the 2020 graduating class of Historically Black Colleges and Universities; Live Pop-Ins & Recorded Messages […]
Ferguson, Missouri Elects First-Ever African American and Woman Mayor
Nationwide — Meet Ella M. Jones, who has been elected as the first African American mayor of the city of Ferguson, Missouri. She is also the city’s first female mayor. […]
100 Black Women Lawyers Go Live, Making History With Zoom Video Conference Call About Injustice
Attorney and entrepreneur LeTonya F. Moore says she created the Order in the Court Forum understanding that perceptions of Black female lawyers have resulted in negative stereotypes and economic disenfranchisement. […]
Program Seeking to Create More Black Travel Entrepreneurs is Now Open to Women (and Men!)
Nationwide — Launched just two weeks ago, a program that began as a movement for African American women entrepreneurs who enjoy working from home in the travel and lifestyle industry […]
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 […]