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Black Author Pens New Memoir on How She Overcame Racism, Sexism, and the Loss of Her Close Family Members
Nationwide — God, I Listened Too, a triumphant memoir by Dr. La-Doris McClaney, chronicles her life as a real estate mogul who, against all odds, grew her family legacy from […]
Black Descendant of 4th U.S. President James Madison Publishes Book About His Black Family
Santa Fe, NM — Dr. Bettye Kearse, retired pediatrician and black descendant of President James Madison, is the author of the award-winning book The Other Madisons: The Lost History of […]
Troy J. Walker's "I'm Not Your Enemy" Explores the Violence Among Black and Brown Communities and Urges For Unity
New Orleans, LA — In the existing sociopolitical climate, Troy J. Walker, an activist, poet, and entrepreneur, has released I’m Not Your Enemy, an impactful narrative that explores the violence […]
Black-Owned TV Network Raising Funds to Buy Building For Training Center
BOP TV needs help from the community to help train and develop African American media, arts & technology creatives! Nationwide — BOP TV is on a mission to create spaces […]
Inspirational Black-Owned Fashion Brand Announces Expansion of Men’s Jewelry Line
Nationwide — Inspirational fashion brand Ignite Speaks has expanded its men’s jewelry line. The African-American and woman-owned brand has already released several men’s pieces with three more men’s bracelet designs […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Luxury Nude Shoe Line Celebrates 3 Years in Business
Dallas, TX — Jeneba Barri, founder of Jeneba Barrie Nude Footwear, a Black woman-owned diverse and inclusive luxury skin-tone (nude) shoe line, is celebrating 3 years of business this August.
Black-Owned Clothing Company Launches Line of Pro-Black Coffee Mugs to Start Mornings Off With Positivity and Blessing
Lex Pyerse’s stylish mugs use eye-catching and thought-provoking words and word clusters that capture the essence of Black excellence and promote individuality. Los Angeles, CA -– Lex Pyerse Clothing has […]
Black Nurse of 30 Years Releases New Book For Aspiring Caregivers
Missouri City, TX — The author of From the Lens of Daughter, Nurse, and Caregiver: A Journey of Duty and Honor launches her 2nd book entitled The Black Book of […]
Mom and Daughter Team Up to Launch Newest Black Woman-Owned Record Label
Their company, Hathor Entertainment, brings long overdue women’s empowerment to the music industry. Nationwide — For months, Selena B. Hunter had been agonizing over what to call her new record […]
Black Woman Succeeds in Getting 94% of Alabama Town Vaccinated
Nationwide — Dorothy Oliver, a Black woman from Panola, Alabama, is getting national attention and receiving high praises for her dedication to helping almost everyone in her small town to […]
Black Girl Magic: She Owns the Wireless Carrier and the Smartphone
Nationwide — It’s not every day you see people of color entering the consumer electronics and telecom space. It’s certainly not every day that it’s a Black woman.
Black Mom & Daughter Duo Make History, Open Apparel Store in One of LA's Most Luxurious Malls
Nationwide — Meet Lakeisha Jackson and her daughter, Katelyn, who are making history as the first African American mom-daughter duo to open a Black-owned lifestyle athletic leisure apparel store for […]
Man Gets Only 4 to 10 Years in Prison for Attacking Black Family's Home
Nationwide — Michael Frederick Jr., a man from Warren, Michigan, who attacked and shot at the home of a Black family last year because of a Black Lives Matter sign […]
HBCU Makes Offer to Recruit Teen Basketball Player With One Arm
Nationwide — Hansel Emmanuel Donato Dominguez, a 17-year old from Florida who is a star basketball player with just one arm, has been offered a full scholarship to play for […]
The Earthquake in Haiti Was Worse Than What You See on TV — How You Can Help!
Nationwide — A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck the country of Haiti on August 14, 2021, killing nearly 2,000 people and leaving tens of thousands homeless. The catastrophe was followed by […]
Founder of TRiBL Messaging App For Pan-African Commerce Has a Plan for a New Black Wall Street
Atlanta, GA — Ikechi Nwabuisi, founder & CEO of TRiBL, today calls for a “New Black Wall Street,” offering a bold vision on how Blacks around the world can create […]
Meet the Mom and Daughter Who Are Working Together on the Same U.S. Navy Ship
Nationwide — Meet 25-year old Racquel McCray and her mother, Tonya McCray, who are currently serving on the same U.S. Navy ship together.
Meet the Siblings Who Are Teaching Other Kids How to Speak up to 8 Different Languages
Cleveland, OH — Meet 4-year old Emilio, 6-year old Amora, 8-year old Rosie, 10-year old LaLa, 12-year old Anita, 16-year old Malachi, 18-year old Kimoni, 20-year old Mina, and baby […]
The Credit Bros, Who Helped 250 Families Become Homeowners, Are Back With a Free New Tool
Nationwide — Christopher Watson and Aaron Steede, known as the Credit Bros, have surpassed industry expectations by launching a new service called Dispute It 4 Free that helps individuals and […]
Woman Who Once Saw Her Dad Point a Gun at Her Mom is Now Helping Others to Overcome Childhood Trauma
Patrice Brantley, a community licensed mental health therapist, says she watched her father tried to kill her mother when she was just 6-years old. Nationwide — Patrice Brantley is an […]
Founder of Black-Owned Sneaker Company Seeks to Empower Athletes About New NCAA Ruling
Atlanta, GA — Under a recent Supreme Court ruling, the National Collegiate Athletic Association can no longer place restrictions on education-related benefits for student-athletes. NCAA athletes can now profit from […]
Meet the 1st Black Author to Create Phonics Workbooks That Drastically Improve Reading Skills in 30 Days or Less
In California alone, an estimated 75% of young African American males are reading far below their grade level. Nationwide — Meet Rosa Higgs, a teacher from Berkeley, California, who has […]
Black Chef Nominated For Prestigious Award for Her Mouthwatering French Pastries and Desserts
Nationwide — Meet Robin Rogers, an African American chef and the founder of Macaron Cafe Ohio which represents everything foodies adore about French pastries. In fact, her pastries are so […]
New Memoir From Black Army Chaplain Shares a Message of Hope, Faith and More
James Darren Key reflects on growing up in Los Angeles and serving in the Army in ‘A Long Way from Crenshaw’ Nationwide — Author and U.S. Army chaplain James Darren […]
Founder of Black Family-Owned Non-Profit to Give Away $50K Twice a Month for 100 Years
Oakland, CA — Niamke Muhammad wants to see more Black entrepreneurs become successful, so he formed The B Network Group. The company is family-owned and yearns to help Black people […]
Black Founders Launch the Ultimate Music Podcast to Revolutionize the Contemporary Music Industry
@Musicleaderz By Fangage Nation is a Podcast Being Launched as a Musical Movement to Change the Existing Narrative for the Next Generation of Musical Icons Nationwide — Earlier this summer, […]
Entrepreneur Launches New Magazine to Help Black Men in Need and to Redefine the Image of Black Men in Media
The Black Manosphere™ Magazine 2021 Core Glossary and Report Card Becomes a No. 1 Bestseller on Amazon Nationwide — The Black Manosphere Magazine 2021 Core Glossary and Report Card, Special […]
Black-Owned Moving Company Continues Rapid Expansion into Raleigh, NC
Nationwide — College Dudes Help U Move, Inc., a Charlotte-based Black-owned moving company, has announced that they have opened a new location in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Healing Black Birth: Fundraising Campaign Launches to Pair Victims of Birth Trauma with Black Mental Health Therapists
Restoration!: The Healing Black Birth Fund seeks to repair historical and present-day harm done to Black women within the medical system Nationwide — A new national campaign launched today to […]
Black & Latinx Homeowners Marketplace Brings Equality to the Table for Homebuyers and Sellers
New online platform aims to help Black and Latinx real estate buyers and sellers connect with trusted local professionals New York, NY — Inequity in the racial divide can be […]
Entrepreneur Launches New Crowdfunding Site, Blaqseed, to Help Black Business Owners Raise Funds
Michael Koger-Smith is the founder of Blaqseed, an innovative crowdfunding platform that helps Black and minority communities raise funds for their causes. Nationwide — Blaqseed is set to disrupt the […]
Teacher Charged With Beating and Choking a 12-Year-Old Student in Her Classroom
Nationwide — Alayne Pierce-Collins, a 37-year-old African American teacher from Chicago, Illinois, faces charges after allegedly beating and choking a 12-year-old student inside a South Side classroom. The case marks […]
Black Postal Worker Sady Dies After Her USPS Truck Overturned in Two-Vehicle Crash
Nationwide — Tinisha Cade, a 40-year-old African American postal worker from DeKalb County, Georgia, tragically died after her USPS truck overturned during a two-vehicle crash in Decatur. The truck flipped […]
Single Black Dad Raising 2 Sons After His Wife Died in Childbirth Continues to Push for Maternal Health Reform
Nationwide — Charles Johnson, an African American father from Georgia, became a maternal health advocate after his wife Kira died from childbirth complications in 2016. He now raises their two sons […]
Substitute Teacher Arrested for Threatening Students, "I Would Shoot You If I Could"
Nationwide — Dejuan Antoinette Fludd, a substitute teacher from Calhoun County, South Carolina, faces multiple charges after allegedly threatening second-grade students during class. Authorities say she also made students stand for […]
Meet the Black Financial Strategist Who is Breaking the Cycle of Poverty
Nationwide — Wacinque Amistad Kaizen BeMende, a respected African American financial strategist, entrepreneur, educator, and poverty reduction advocate, is helping to break the cycle of poverty by educating unbanked, underbanked, […]
Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Alleges City of Baltimore Unlawfully Removed Police Oversight Official
Nationwide — Jesmond O. Riggins, a member of the Baltimore City Police Accountability Board (PAB), has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore […]
Young Black Scholar Publishes 500+ Pages of Groundbreaking Research Proving "Black People Are Not Lazy, We've Just Been Set Up"
His findings examine the financial structures shaping American cities and their impact on Black communities Nationwide — B. Libre Kafele (Baruti Libre Kafele), a young African American scholar, lecturer, political […]
Kim Kardashian is Now Suing Ray J for $6M for Breach of Contract
Nationwide — Kim Kardashian is suing Ray J over a $6 million dispute tied to a 2023 settlement from their long-running sex tape case. She and Kris Jenner allege he broke […]
Family of Black Man Beaten to Death by Police Removes 5 Officers from $550M Lawsuit
Nationwide — The family of Tyre Nichols, an African American man from Memphis, Tennessee, who died after a police beating, has removed five former officers from a $550 million civil […]
Missing Black Woman Who Was 8 Months Pregnant Found Dead, Her Baby's Daddy is a Suspect
Nationwide — Ashanti Allen, a 23-year-old African American woman from Houston, Texas, was found dead after going missing while eight months pregnant. Kevin Faux, who is identified as the father […]
Road Rage Fight Goes Viral as Man Caught Putting a Black Woman in a Chokehold
Nationwide — A video shows a road rage incident in Las Vegas, Nevada, that escalated into a violent fight after a crash near the Strip. The clip shows a white […]
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 […]
Black-Led Media Platform and International Film Festival Launch Nationwide Competition to Discover Emerging Culture Voices
Nationwide — JaroGO, a next-generation streaming and media platform, has announced the launch of the “Host The Culture. Own the Moment.” Nationwide Host Competition in partnership with the Peachtree Village […]
Landmark Federal Ruling by Black Attorney Continues to Protect Millions from Torture
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali, founder and principal of the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, continues to make a national impact through a landmark federal appellate victory […]
Two White Brothers Face Charges After Alleged Racist Attack on Black Fishermen
Nationwide — Two brothers, Jesse and Jordan Kollman, who are from Edgar County, Illinois, face attempted murder and hate crime charges after an alleged attack on three Black men while […]
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 […]
NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton's Response About His White Fiance, "I Grew Up Around All White People"
Nationwide — NBA star Tyrese Haliburton has addressed viral speculation about his dating life after online clips sparked debate about the people he is seen with in public. He explained […]
Ghanaians Leave as Historic Diaspora Returns Home; International Survey Explores Identity, Transition, and Life in Ghana
Endorsed by Ghana’s Office of the President, the initiative captures public feedback and delivers data-driven insights to strengthen systems for Ghanaians and the Historic Diaspora Nationwide — As more Ghanaians […]
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 […]
From a 1.5 GPA to a Ph.D., Meet the Black Educator of Nearly 50 Years Inspiring Young Black Males
Nationwide — Dr. Jeffery M. Johnson was once a struggling student himself with a 1.5 GPA, but now he’s a respected scholar with almost 50 years of experience as an […]
Upscale Jazz Venue in Boston Set to Open at the Historic Bolling Building This Spring
Boston’s Nubian Square gains a landmark arts destination as celebrated musicians and community leaders prepare to open across a three-day event series. Nationwide — Jazz Urbane Cafe™, a new jazz […]
Former Pastor Says "God Doesn't Need Your Money," Exposes Prosperity Gospel Culture
Nationwide — Reuben Armstrong, a former minister turned best-selling author and activist, is stepping into one of the most controversial religious debates in America with his bold new book, God […]
Rapper Tory Lanez Sues Prison for $100M for Failing to Protect Him from Being Stabbed 16 Times
Nationwide — Tory Lanez has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the California prison system after a violent stabbing inside Tehachapi prison. He claims officials failed to protect him and housed […]
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. […]
90-Year-Old Black Custodian Says He Has No Plans to Retire After 50 Years of Service
Nationwide — Clemmie Adams, a 90-year-old African American man from Jackson, Georgia, continues working as a city custodian after more than 50 years of service. He still reports to his […]
Black Dad of 4 Who Agreed to Adopt His Wife’s Kids Killed in Random Shootings
Nationwide — Tony Matthews, a 48-year-old African American father from DeKalb County, Georgia, died six days after being shot outside a Kroger in Brookhaven along Peachtree Road. Police say he […]
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 […]
Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly, Tyrese, and More to Headline 2026 Cincinnati Music Festival
Nationwide — Berrywise Enterprise, a leading ticket and hotel reseller, is excited to offer ticket and hotel packages for the 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival. This highly anticipated event will take […]