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New Documentary About the Late Ol’ Dirty Bastard Nominated for NAACP Award

Four Screens, the production company behind the ODB film

This is the first nomination for Four Screens, the production and management company behind the film. Nationwide — The NAACP nominations are out and Four Screens’ documentary Ol’ Dirty Bastard: […]

New Book Reveals How Black People in LA Have Always Been Technologically Behind

Anatomy of a Hustle bookcover

Nationwide — A decade after its initial release, author Clinton Galloway reintroduces Anatomy of a Hustle: Cable Comes to South Central L.A. to today’s more discerning audiences. This 354-page tome […]

Black Entrepreneurs in Alaska Host Historic 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo

10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo

Nationwide — This year’s 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo was the largest gathering of Black-owned businesses and supporters in the state of Alaska. It was attended by thousands and […]

Celebrity Dentist Dr. Catrise Austin and Boxing Legend Claressa Shields Reflect on Global Success on "Let’s Talk Smiles" Podcast

Dr. Catrise Austin and Claressa Shields

Nationwide — Two of Flint, Michigan’s most inspiring figures — celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Catrise Austin and two-time Olympic gold medalist and undisputed world boxing champion Claressa Shields—come together for […]

7-Year-Old Black Girl, Junior Drag Racer Dies After Crashing in Florida

Elienisse Diaz Rodriguez

Nationwide — Elienisse Diaz Rodriguez, a 7-year-old African American girl from Orlando, Florida, died after crashing during a junior drag race tournament at Orlando Speed World Dragway. She was critically […]

Super Bowl LIX MVP Jalen Hurts Lives in a Rental Apartment Despite Signing a $255M Deal

Jalen Hurts

Nationwide — Jalen Hurts, who was named Super Bowl LIX MVP, reportedly continues to live in a rented apartment just outside Philadelphia. Despite securing a $255 million contract in 2023, […]

Serena Williams' Super Bowl Halftime Show Cameo Stirs Controversy, Her Husband Speaks Out

Serena Williams in the Super Bowl

Nationwide — Serena Williams sparked controversy after her appearance in Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show, where he performed ‘Not Like Us,’ a track widely seen as a diss […]

Black Teen Awarded $1.3M in Scholarships and Accepted into 21 Colleges Launches New Platform For Caregivers

Omarion Calloway, Founder of WeRiseLoud

Nationwide — What happens when a child becomes the caregiver? For Omarion Calloway, it meant a childhood redefined by sacrifice and strength. It meant carrying burdens heavy enough to break […]

Meet the Black Mental Health Therapist Helping Women With Divorce Recovery

Angel Shaw

Nationwide — Divorce is a breaking point for many. For Angel Shaw, M.Ed., LPC-S, NCC, it was the turning point that redefined her purpose. As a Black female mental health […]

Black Woman Entrepreneur Ensures No One Forgets: "February is Still Black History Month"

Jen Jasper, Founder of God Ain't Petty

Nationwide — While some institutions and government entities continue to debate how Black history should be recognized, entrepreneur Jen Jasper is making it clear: February is STILL Black History Month.

Meet the Black Woman Whose Non-Profit Organization Empowers Thousands of Grieving Widows

Darlyn Turner, founder of the National Widows Association

Nationwide — Every minute you take to read this, two women will have become widows. That’s nearly 3,000 women in the United States every single day. Globally, widows face staggering […]

The African American Challenge to Using AI and Social Media to Close the Digital Divide

Stafford Battle

By Stafford L. Battle Nationwide — On February 1, 1995, thirty years ago, two middle-aged African-American entrepreneurs bumped against a Digital Divide that segregated Black people from modern technology. They […]

Police Arrest Son Who Shot His Mom's Boyfriend After She Told Him to Do It

Denise Woody and Prentis Lee

Nationwide — Prentis Lee has been arrested for allegedly shooting his mother’s boyfriend in Memphis. Police said his mother, Denise Woody, ordered him to shoot the victim during an argument […]

17-Year-Old Black Teen Student from Arkansas Dies From Flu Complications

Ca'myiah Simmons

Nationwide — Ca’myiah Simmons, a 17-year-old African American student at Sylvan Hills High School in Sherwood, Arkansas, died on January 31st due to complications from the flu. Her death comes […]

The Black Girl Town Hall Unites Nearly 200 Black Women Nationwide in a Virtual Safe Space to Resist Anti-Black Policies

Black Girl Town Hall

Nationwide — On Tuesday night, nearly 200 Black women from across the country gathered for The Black Girl Town Hall, a powerful and strategic virtual convening designed to address anxieties […]

Saquon Barkley's Fiance, Anna Congdon, Under Fire For Using the N-Word, Making Racist Remarks

Saquan Barkley with wife, Anna Congdon

Nationwide — Super Bowl weekend has taken an unexpected turn just days before the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs face off at the Superdome in New Orleans. Resurfaced tweets […]

Black Author Celebrates the Launch of His Inspiring Children’s Book, “I Like Cool Kids”

Tyrone Short, author of I Like Cool Kids book

A Heartwarming Story That Encourages Positive Habits and Fun Learning for Young Readers Nationwide — Independent author Tyrone Short proudly announces the release of his delightful new children’s book, I […]

Award-Winning Black Author and Educator Releases New Poetry Collection, “The Lost Songs of Nina Simone”

Shonda Buchanan, author of Lost Songs of Nina Simone

Nationwide — Award-winning author, educator, and poet Shonda Buchanan’s new poetry collection, The Lost Songs of Nina Simone (RIZE Press, May 2025), explores the life of the incomprehensible Nina Simone, […]

Black Author Reveals True Story of How He Overcame His Schizophrenic Mom and Abusive Aunt

Harold Phifer, author of My Bully, My Aunt, and Her Final Gift

Nationwide — For over a decade, Harold Phifer served in a war zone as a contract air traffic controller in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Guantanamo Bay. He even survived a suicide […]

Black Dad From Philly Surprised With Super Bowl Tickets From His Kids

Matthew Simmonds

Nationwide — Matthew Simmonds, a lifelong fan of the Philadelphia Eagles since the 1980s, has been gifted with tickets to attend Super Bowl LIX by his children. The heartwarming moment, […]

Black Dad Killed, Son's Body 80% Burned When Their Car Was Hit By Airplane Crash in Philly

Stephen Dreuitt and his son

Nationwide — Steven Dreuitt, 37, was found dead inside a vehicle after a medical jet crashed in Philadelphia on January 31st. His son also sustained severe burns and is reportedly […]

Black Mom Charged With Murder for Killing and Burying Her 9-Year-Old Son in Backyard

Brandee Katrice Pierce

Nationwide — Brandee Katrice Pierce, a 41-year-old woman from Detroit, has been charged with first-degree murder after her 9-year-old son’s body was found buried in her backyard last month. Investigators […]

From Nostalgia to Pride: "A Black Thang" Captures the Multifaceted Black Experience Through Stunning Illustrations

Donald Powell, illustrator of a Black Thang book

The Good, Bad, Ugly, Pride and Flava of the Black Experience” – A Visual Journey that Explores the Black Story and Culture Through the Artistic Lens of Donald Powell” Nationwide […]

Irv Gotti, Former Def Jam Exec Who Discovered DMX and Later Ja Rule and Ashanti, Dies at 54

Irv Gotti

Nationwide — Irv Gotti, the influential music producer, record executive, and television show creator, has passed away at the age of 54. His death was confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, […]

Youth Leadership Trainer Introduces African Leaders to Inspire the Next Generation

Lucie S. Matsouaka

Nationwide — Lucie S. Matsouaka, an internationally recognized youth leadership trainer, author, and human rights consultant, is proud to announce the launch of her latest book, The Phenomenal Leader In […]

Black Author Makes History as Her “Lost Seeds” Historical Fiction Series Receives Fifth Book Award

Teresa Mosley Sebastian, author of the Lost Seeds series

Nationwide — In celebration of Black History Month and Women’s History Month, Dominion Asset Publishing is thrilled to announce that Teresa Mosley Sebastian’s debut novel, Lost Seeds – The Beginning, […]

Website Reveals the Life and Times of the Black 20th Century Medical Pioneer, Vivien Thomas

Vivien Thomas

Nationwide — Just in time for Black History Month, a new website appears (VivienThomasBook.com) with fresh findings about Mr. Vivien Thomas, the lab technician best known for his Blue Baby […]

10-Year-Old Hero Protected His Sister From Falling Debris When Plane Crashed in Philly

Andre and Ayura

Nationwide — Andre “Trey” Howard III, a 10-year-old African American boy from Philadelphia, was struck in the head by metal debris while shielding his sister, Ayura, when a plane crashed […]

Founder of More Life Magazine Unveils Its First Black Breast Health Issue

Jasmine Dionne Souers, Founder and Editor of More Life Magazine

Nationwide — Jasmine Dionne Souers, Editor of More Life Magazine and President and CEO of The Missing Pink Breast Cancer Alliance, is proud to announce the release of its 2025 […]

Michael Jordan's Son, Marcus, Arrested For DUI and Cocaine Possession

Marcus Jordan

Nationwide — Marcus Jordan, the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, was arrested in Orlando, Florida, on February 4 for DUI, possession of cocaine, and resisting arrest. The 34-year-old was […]

Music Icon Babyface Disrespected in an Interview at the Grammys

Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds

Nationwide — Legendary musician Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds was rudely interrupted during a Grammy red carpet interview when a reporter ignored him to yell over to pop star Chappell Roan. The […]

Black Author Says Her Divorced Parents Co-Parented So Well, She Didn’t Even Know They Were Divorced

Kylar Williams, author of Two Homes, One Heart

Nationwide — What does it mean to grow up in two homes but with one heart? Kylar Williams, a 22-year-old African American female author, tackles this profound question in her […]

Second Keynote Announced for Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit

Kely Nascimiento

Nationwide — The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced Kely Nascimento as the second keynote speaker for the Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit, […]

Kanye West and His Wife, Bianca, Rumored to Have Been Kicked Out of the Grammys

Kanye West and Bianca Censori

Nationwide — Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori made a quick appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards. After walking the red carpet, the couple was suddenly gone, sparking rumors […]

Trump Administration Tells Justice Department to Freeze All Civil Rights Cases

President Donald Trump

Nationwide — President Donald Trump’s new Justice Department leadership has paused civil rights litigation and is reviewing police reform agreements made under the Biden administration. The move signals a major […]

At 28 Years Old, She Became Nigeria's First Female Boeing 787 Pilot

Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo

Nationwide — Captain Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo made history in 2018 as the first Nigerian woman to pilot a Boeing 787 Dreamliner for Qatar Airways. At just 28 years old, she […]

Beyonce Makes History, Becomes First Black Woman to Win a Grammy For Best Country Album

Beyonce

Nationwide — Beyoncé has once again made history, becoming the first Black woman ever to win a Grammy for Best Country Album. Her groundbreaking achievement shatters barriers in a genre […]

Public Enemy's Chuck D and Flavor Flav Performed for Families Affected by L.A. Wildfires

Chuck D and Flavor Flav

Nationwide — Rappers Chuck D and Flavor Flav teamed up to help the Altadena community after the L.A. wildfires. They performed at a charity event and provided financial aid to […]

Raquel Riley Thomas Crowned Elite Mrs. Nigeria, Queen of the World 2025

Raquel Riley Thomas as Mrs. Nigeria

Library of Congress Honoree, Decorated Veteran, and Entrepreneur Advocates for Empowerment and Safety Nationwide — Global media and entertainment powerhouse, An Officer and Gentlewoman, LLC proudly announces that its Founder […]

Kiah Duggins, Beloved HBCU Law Professor Among 67 Killed in DC Plane Crash

Kiah Duggins

Nationwide — 30-year-old Kiah Duggins, an African American law professor at Howard University and a Harvard Law graduate, was among the victims of a devastating midair collision between an American […]

Danasia Elder, Black Flight Attendant Killed on American Airlines Flight That Crashed in the Potomac River

Danasia Elder

Nationwide — Danasia Elder is the name of the African American flight attendant on the American Airlines flight that was landing at Reagan National Airport when it tragically crashed into […]

Hip-Hop Icon Rakim Enters Fintech Space as a Founder of Notes Technology

Rakim

Nationwide — Rakim, widely regarded as one of the greatest emcees of all time, is breaking new ground with Notes. This innovative financial technology and AI-powered platform merges ‘music, money, […]

Interactive Black History Course Opens Winter Enrollment Ahead of February Reflections

Students of the 3E Program for Social Justice Change

Nationwide — The 3E Program for Social Justice and Change is thrilled to announce that enrollment for its Winter 2025 semester is now open. This self-paced online U.S. History course […]

Family Files Lawsuit After Black Woman's Body Found Frozen to Death on Hospital Roof

Chelsea Adolphus

Nationwide — The family of Chelsea Adolphus, 28, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan, Illinois after she was found dead on the hospital’s […]

19-Year-Old Healthcare Worker Arrested For Posting Videos of Herself Twerking on a Disabled Man's Head

Lucrecia Kormassa Koiyan

Nationwide — Lucrecia Kormassa Koiyan, a 19-year-old healthcare worker who works at a facility in Loganville, Georgia, has been arrested for posting disturbing videos online of herself dancing on a […]

Black Mom Seeks Kidney Donor to Save Her 5-Year-Old Daughter’s Life

A'Rihanna Ames

Nationwide — Shannon Randleston, a 38-year-old African American mom from Vicksburg, Mississippi, is desperately searching for a kidney donor to save her five-year-old daughter, A’Rihanna Ames. The young girl’s kidney […]

Black Woman Files Lawsuit After Lyft Driver Refuses Her a Ride Because of Her Weight

Dajua Blanding

Nationwide — Dajua Blanding, a Detroit rapper known as Dank Demoss, is suing a Lyft driver for refusing her a ride because of her size. The driver, who arrived in […]

DJ Akademiks Sparks Backlash for "Grooming" a Minor on Livestream Podcast

DJ Akademiks

Nationwide — Hip-hop influencer and podcaster DJ Akademiks faces backlash after a live-stream podcast caught him making disturbing comments to a 15-year-old moderator. The Breakfast Club later aired the audio, […]

12-Year-Old Black Girl Dies After Drinking Milkshake at a Cafe

Mia St Hilaire

Nationwide — Mia St Hilaire, a 12-year-old Black girl from London, tragically died after consuming a milkshake at a local cafe that was prepared in an unclean blender, triggering a […]

Retired Black Federal Cop Starts Financial Coaching Business

Kurt Alexander

Nationwide — Meet Kurt Alexander, a retired African American federal police officer, who is now the Founder and CEO of Financial Revelation, LLC, a Metro Washington, DC-based financial coaching startup […]

Vision Films to Release Relationship Expert Aaron Jordan Jr.’s “Dating My Past” Movie in Time for Valentine’s Day

Dating My Past movie

Nationwide — Vision Films (“Vision”) announces the North American Transactional VOD release of TV personality and relationship expert Aaron Jordan Jr.’s full-length feature Dating My Past on February 11, 2025. […]

Snoop Dogg Defends His Performance at Trump's Event Amid Backlash, "I'm Still a Black Man"

Snoop Dogg defending his performance at Trump's event

Nationwide — Snoop Dogg addressed the backlash from fans who criticized him for performing at one of Donald Trump’s pre-inauguration events. In a recent Instagram Live session, the rapper fired […]

Black Senator From Oklahoma Handcuffed During Traffic Violation Stop

Oklahoma State Senator Regina Goodwin

Nationwide — Oklahoma State Senator Regina Goodwin had a heated confrontation with a Tulsa County sheriff’s deputy during a traffic stop on January 11th. She was handcuffed after repeatedly refusing […]

Black Relationship Expert Launches New Podcast, Aims to Connect One Million People

Tamika Carlton

Nationwide — In today’s fast-paced world, where relationships often feel transactional, Tamika Carlton is on a mission to inspire deeper, more meaningful connections. She has launched The Real Connect Podcast […]

Former Black Educator of 20 Years Launches Luxury Wellness Retreat For Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals

Toni Estell, Founder of Macaron High

Nationwide — Toni Estell is the Founder and CEO of Macaron High, a Black-owned wellness brand that empowers high-achieving women to reclaim their energy, align with their purpose, and redefine […]

Black Man Arrested for Making Violent Threats Against President Trump

Shannon Deparraro Atkins

Nationwide — Shannon Depararro Atkins, a 46-year-old African American man from Florida, was arrested for allegedly posting violent threats against President Trump on social media. The FBI launched an investigation […]

Cruise Line in Australia Apologizes For Crew Costumes That Resemble KKK Hoods

P&O Cruises Australia Crew

Nationwide — P&O Cruises Australia has issued an apology after crew costumes were supposedly “mistakenly” interpreted as resembling Ku Klux Klan hoods during a family Christmas event. The company clarified […]

Atlanta Rapper DJ Unk Dies at 43, Wife Confirms Cause of Death

DJ Unk

Nationwide — The wife of rapper DJ Unk, who sadly passed away at the young age of 43 on January 24th, has confirmed that he suffered a heart attack in […]

Trump's DEI Ban Removes Black History About Tuskegee Airmen from Air Force Training

Tuskegee Airmen

Nationwide — The U.S. Air Force has removed lessons on the Tuskegee Airmen and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) from its training programs following President Donald Trump’s order to end […]

Mississippi Wants to Pay Bounty Hunters a $1K Reward to Hunt Down Illegal Immigrants

Illegal immigrants in Mississippi

Nationwide — DeSoto County in Mississippi has introduced a controversial plan to reward individuals $1,000 for reporting undocumented immigrants. The proposed “bounty hunter” program, House Bill 1484, aims to assist […]

A$AP Rocky Faces Jury with No Black Members in Felony Assault Trial

ASAP Rocky and Rihanna

Nationwide — A$AP Rocky will be judged by a jury of 12 in his felony assault trial, but none of the jurors are Black. The jury, selected in downtown L.A., […]

Stephen A. Smith Defends Snoop and Nelly's Performances at Trump's Inauguration

Stephen A. Smith, Nelly and Snoop Dogg

Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith is speaking out in defense of rappers like Snoop Dogg, Nelly, and Soulja Boy who performed at events surrounding Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration. Smith said […]

Black Passenger Says Airline Accused Him of Trafficking a White Woman, His Wife

Anthony Williams, Katsiaryna Shasholka

Nationwide — Anthony Williams, a retired police officer who is Black, claims he was wrongly accused of human trafficking his own wife, who is white, while on their honeymoon flight. […]

Black Mom Speaks Out After Her Son's Dead Body Was Found in a Pond

Mom of Laequan Little

Nationwide — Laequan Little, 26, was found dead in a pond at an apartment complex in Greensboro, North Carolina after being reported missing on New Year’s Eve. His mother, Tamika […]