Nationwide — At a moment when American democracy is divided and the nation seeks moral clarity and strategic direction, a groundbreaking documentary opportunity emerges. Conscience of the Congress will chronicle […]
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Trump Orders the Removal of Slavery Images and Exhibits from All U.S. National Parks
Nationwide — President Trump has ordered the removal of various images and exhibits about slavery from U.S. national parks, including the famous Civil War photo “The Scourged Back.” The move […]
68-Year-Old Judge Arrested for Purchasing Child Sexual Abuse Material
Nationwide — James B. Gosnell, Jr., a 68-year-old judge in South Carolina, was arrested for allegedly purchasing child sexual abuse material from the UK and possessing explicit files, uncovered through […]
3 Family Members, Including 8-Year-Old Girl, Killed in Apartment Shooting
Nationwide — Three members of an African American family from Georgetown, Texas, near Austin were found shot to death inside their apartment. The victims include 34-year-old Alonzo Hawkins, 39-year-old Doneisha […]
Black Entrepreneur Celebrates 10 Years Helping People Increase Their Body’s Mitochondria Using Natural Nutrition
Nationwide — Rodger Hill, the CEO and Co-Founder of More Mito LLC, a high-tech nutritional company, has developed a pioneering approach to address a critical but often overlooked factor, mitochondrial […]
Broadway Across America and Black Theatre Coalition Announce 5th Annual Regional Apprenticeship
Applications are due by October 1st, 2025, at 11:59pm ET Nationwide — Broadway Across America (BAA) and Black Theatre Coalition (BTC) announce the launch of applications for their fifth annual […]
Founder of Black-Owned Gift Wrapping Paper Says Chinese Companies Are Stealing Her Designs
Mah Melanin, the first African American–owned stationery brand in Sam’s Club, Lowe’s, and Hallmark in the gift wrap category, faces knockoffs after viral TikTok success. Nationwide — Ardean Miller-Marbley, Founder […]
Female Prison Employee Arrested For Allegedly Smuggling Grillz to Male Inmates
Nationwide — Sharon Elizabeth Smith, a 36-year-old former prison employee, has been arrested in Bishopville, South Carolina, after investigators said she allegedly attempted to smuggle $2,500 worth of grillz, also […]
NYC Black Police Officer Fired for Making Jokes About Charlie Kirk’s Murder
Nationwide — Tanisha Blanche, a police officer at an elementary school in Westchester County, New York, has been fired after posting Instagram stories that mocked and appeared to celebrate the […]
Black Student Found Dead Hanging in a Tree at Delta State University in Mississippi
Nationwide — Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old African American student at Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, was found hanging from a tree on campus Monday morning. An investigation is […]
82-Year-Old Woman Shot and Killed Her Husband at Assisted Living Facility
Nationwide — Harriet Kay Recker, an 82-year-old woman from Hilton Head, South Carolina, was arrested after she allegedly shot and killed her husband inside an assisted living facility. She is […]
Siblings Launch First Black-Owned Telehealth Service for Black Women, Closing the Gap Mainstream Healthcare Has Ignored
Nationwide — Two sisters, Dr. Jacqueline Philips and Lorraine Phillips, have come together to launch Melanin Doctor, the first Black-owned telehealth service dedicated exclusively to Black women. Built from both […]
Former Educator Launches Black Parenting Academy with Proven Strategies for Nurturing Talented Kids
In a world where social media, entertainment, and sports can make or break young Black talent, the Black Parenting Academy provides parents with actionable strategies to protect and empower their […]
The Truth About White-on-White Violence vs. Black-on-Black Violence
Nationwide — The phrase “Black-on-Black crime” has long been used in U.S. media and politics as a way to stigmatize African Americans, often implying that violence within Black communities is […]
Black Police Officer Tragically Killed While on a Bike Ride With His Wife
Nationwide — Gabriel Stainback, an African American police officer from Cornelius, North Carolina, was killed after being struck by a vehicle while biking with his wife in the city of […]
Memphis Mayor "Not Happy" With Trump's Plans to Deploy National Guard to His City
Nationwide — Memphis Mayor Paul Young said he was “not happy” to learn from a TV interview that President Donald Trump planned to send the National Guard to his city. […]
Black Mom Gives Birth to 14-Pound Baby, Shocking the Nurses and Doctors
Nationwide — Daniella Hines, a 40-year-old African American mother from Riverview, Florida, was surprised when she delivered her newborn son weighing nearly 14 pounds, making him the heaviest baby ever […]
1-Year-Old Black Girl Dies from Head Injuries After Her Mom's Boyfriend Beat Her
Nationwide — Imani Mitchell, a 1-year-old African American girl from NYC, died after her mother’s boyfriend allegedly beat her so severely that doctors removed part of her skull. She was […]
Black Couple Celebrates 78th Wedding Anniversary. Their Family Now Spans 5 Generations
Nationwide — Thomas and Ernestine Price, an African American couple from Columbus, Ohio, recently celebrated their 78th wedding anniversary. From childhood sweethearts to raising a family that now spans five […]
Documents Show Trump Lied About Fed Reserve’s Black Governor Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Nationwide — Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is being vindicated by newly revealed documents that undercut allegations of mortgage fraud leveled by the Trump administration. Financial forms obtained by NBC […]
Black NYC Subway Conductor Hailed a Hero For Saving Teen Who Fell on Tracks
Nationwide — Ray McKie, a 37-year-old African American subway conductor in New York City, saved a 14-year-old boy who fainted and fell onto the tracks during a rainstorm. By chance, […]
9-Year-Old Black Boy Becomes the Youngest Student at His College
Nationwide — Aiden Wilkins, a 9-year-old African American boy from Collegeville, Pennsylvania, has made history as the youngest student ever to attend Ursinus College. While many children his age are […]
Body of Black Mom of 6 Children Finally Found a Year After She Was Last Seen
Nationwide — Tameika Watley, an African American mother of six from Lake Charles, Louisiana, has been found dead more than a year after she disappeared. Authorities confirmed her remains were […]
Black Author Creates Fun Toy Marching Band For Kids Inspired by Her Children's Book
Nationwide — It’s a kid’s marching band (with real toy instruments) started by Stephanie Singleton, the author of The Adventures of Ryan & Riley and Mr. Teddy Bear, and the […]
A New Chapter in Black History Unfolds: Historical Drama Audiobook Premieres on YouTube
Nationwide — Prepare to be transported to the lavish world of the Black elite during America’s Gilded Age with the premiere of a brand-new historical drama audiobook, Hunters Point. The […]
Baltimore Nonprofit Highlights Movement Lawyering and the Fight for Black Lives
Nationwide — Cause Engagement Associates (CEA) and Baltimore Action Legal Team (BALT) will co-host an educational webinar, Movement Lawyering and the Fight for Black Lives, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, […]
Charlie Kirk Did Not Like Black People. He Called MLK "Awful" and George Floyd a "Scumbag"
Nationwide — Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder who was shot and killed Wednesday during an appearance at Utah Valley University, repeatedly made remarks that […]
Black United States® Pageants Crown 2025 National Titleholders
Nationwide — The Black United States® Pageants proudly announced its newly crowned 2025 national winners following four days of competition and community engagement in Waldorf, Maryland. The highly anticipated event, […]
Black Teacher Known as "Teacher Bae" Sparks Outrage for Her Outfits at School
Nationwide — Ms. Williams, also known online as “Teacher Bae,” is under fire after sharing TikTok videos of herself in revealing outfits filmed inside classrooms and hallways. Her clips, which […]
Black Entrepreneur With 40+ Years of Experience in Government Contracting Reveals Her Proven Strategies
Acu-Elligent Launches Advanced “GovCon Growth Suite” for Scaling Beyond the First Contract. Nationwide — Lori Smith, CEO and Founder of Acu-Elligent, has more than 40 years of experience in government […]
Black Woman Makes History, Wins Prestigious Award for $377M in Real Estate Sales in One Year
Nationwide — Claudienne Hibbert-Smith, the Founder and CEO of TRU Real Estate Exchange Elite, and an African American real estate mogul from Miami, Florida, has been recognized by the National […]
Black Couple to Welcome First Baby Girl Born into Their Family Since 1917
Nationwide — Michael Sherman, an African American husband from Montgomery County, Texas, and his wife Joacquia are expecting a baby girl, breaking a 108-year family streak of sons. Their daughter […]
Black Woman CEO of Million Dollar Brand Celebrates 20 Years of Community Service and Leadership
Nationwide — Nicole Linton, CEO of Nicobi Cares and Co-Founder of Nicobi Foods, is celebrating 20 years of committed community service, mentorship, and steady leadership. Her Black family-owned brand sells […]
Black-Owned Brand Makes History With Its Signature Hibiscus Mead
Nationwide — Zydeco Meadery, is shining a spotlight this winter season on Carnival Rose, its signature hibiscus mead inspired by the beloved Caribbean and Latin American Christmas drink known as […]
Black Couple Who Own a Wellness Clinic Launch Initiative Donating Funds to Families in Need
Nationwide — La Lueur Health & Wellness, a nurse practitioner–led and veteran-owned wellness clinic in Dallas, Texas, has launched The Glow by Grace Project, an initiative donating 10 percent of […]
Black-Owned Designer Jewelry Brand, Balacia, is Now Available at Nordstrom
Nationwide — Jasmine Carter, Founder and CEO of Balacia, the Black-owned, designer jewelry brand best known for its signature engagement rings and unisex fine jewelry, has officially launched online at […]
Black Entrepreneur Engineers First-Ever Conversational AI System That Transforms Mortgage Lending
Nationwide — Troy Smith, Founder and CEO of The G1 Group, has engineered Carol iE3, the first and only artificial intelligence system in the NonQM mortgage industry that handles complete […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Limited-Edition Luxury Fragrance to Honor Her Late Mom
Nationwide — Nellie Lee Perfume is proud to introduce “SHE,” a limited-edition luxury fragrance created by Rev. Dr. Debra A. Davis to honor the powerful legacy of her late mother, […]
"Not Every Woman" — A Bold, Intimate, and Timely Story of Sisterhood — Now Streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV
Nationwide — Not Every Woman, a gripping new character-driven drama exploring the inner lives of four Black women, is now available to audiences worldwide on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. […]
Founder of Black On Demand TV Unveils Fall Premiere Lineup Featuring Season 2 Favorites and Eight New Creator-Led Shows
Nationwide — Swan Simpson, Founder and CEO of Black On Demand TV, a fast-growing, independently Black-owned streaming network, proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Fall Premiere Lineup, including the […]
Meet the Black Author Whose Book Tells a Timely Story About Police Brutality and the Road to Street Justice
Nationwide — In a nation still grappling with the trauma of racial injustice and police brutality, author Latiera Nicole delivers a timely, soul-stirring debut novel, The Hand of Just-Us, that […]
Meet the Owners Behind the Largest Black-Owned Tour Company in Ghana
Nationwide — As global interest in Africa reaches historic heights, one company has become a beacon for the diaspora’s journey home. Landtours Ghana, co-led by African American entrepreneur Mona Boyd […]
Black Author Releases New Book About Dismantling White Supremacy During the Post-Civil War Reconstruction Era
Nationwide — J. Darnell Johnson, the 2025 Black Authors Matter Award winner in the Young Adult category, has released a new book titled Dark Country, a powerful story about dismantling […]
Black Entrepreneur Expands into Smart Fragrance Technology, Launches Fragrance Spray Stations
Nationwide — Patrick Whitney, the Founder and CEO of American Luxury Unlimited (ALU), a Black-owned luxury fragrance house known for crafting bold, confidence-raising scents, announces a major new chapter in […]
Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. Unveils Groundbreaking New Show: Say Yes When Life Says No
A Transformative Series Spotlighting Resilience, Reinvention, and Radical Yes Nationwide — Nationally respected leader, author, and visionary Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. announces the launch of his groundbreaking and timely […]
State of Minnesota is Defending Somali Immigrants That Trump Called “Garbage”
Nationwide — Minnesota is standing up for its Somali community after President Trump called Somali residents “garbage” and federal agents arrested a few undocumented immigrants. State leaders, residents, and advocacy […]
Indie Book Publisher Announces Extension of The Writers Cypher Poetry and Short Story Contest, Deadline Extended to December 30th
Nationwide — Writers’ Row Publishing House, a growing indie-book publisher, is excited to announce the launch of its first-ever creative writing competition, The Writers Cypher. The contest offers a dynamic […]
Gospel Singer Jekalyn Carr Launches Limited-Edition Doll, Sells Out Within an Hour
Nationwide — Gospel singer Jekalyn Carr launched her first-ever signature doll, and it sold out in just 1 hour. The instant success highlights her influence expanding beyond music into lifestyle and […]
Black Deputy Sheriff Passes Away After Battle With Breast Cancer. She Was Only 45
Nationwide — Terra McKinnon, a 45-year-old African American deputy sheriff in Polk County, Florida, sadly died after fighting breast cancer for years. Her death left the sheriff’s office and the Dundee […]
Woman Sentenced for Setting Ex-Boyfriend on Fire During an Argument
Nationwide — Kalena Stubbs, a 51-year-old woman from Mississippi, received a 20-year prison sentence for setting her ex-boyfriend on fire during an argument, leaving him with life-altering burns. Investigators learned […]
Everything to Know About Diddy's Daddy, the Late Melvin Combs
Nationwide — Everyone is talking about 50 Cent’s new documentary about Sean “Diddy” Combs on Netflix, and this has sparked new interest in an exclusive story published by Vibe years […]
Black Founder Launches Career Reset Summit to Support Black Professionals Impacted by Layoffs and Furloughs
Nationwide — With Black professionals disproportionately impacted by recent corporate layoffs, federal furloughs, and the looming possibility of another government shutdown, Adriane Simpson, CEO of The LinkedIn Pros is launching […]
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Is Expected to Run for Senate, Setting Up One of Texas’ Most Closely Watched Races
Nationwide — Jasmine Crockett, a 44-year-old civil rights attorney and rising Democratic star from Texas, is weighing a defining choice that could shift the political landscape for African Americans and […]
Black Scientist Transforms Personal Hair Trauma into Natural Hair Care Innovation
Nationwide — A severe relaxer burn that once left Shawna Moses in pain has now become the catalyst for a thriving natural hair care brand. As a medical laboratory scientist […]
The "Buck Breaking" of Cleveland Browns' Shedeur Sanders By the NFL
By Tolson Banner “When the white enslaver fails to buck break the Lion King black male slave he goes after his cubs not realizing one day, they too become Lion […]
Stephen A. Smith Tells "The View" He Doesn't Agree With Democrats Focusing on Protecting Black Women
Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith pushed back on The View and questioned why Democrats highlight cultural issues like protecting Black women. He said the party should focus on winning voters with […]
Black Man in Wheelchair Thrown to Ground by Police For Being "Loud"
Nationwide — Tyler Laday, an African American man from Lake Charles, Louisiana who uses a wheelchair, was forcibly removed from his chair and thrown to the ground by police after […]
7-Year-Old Boy Loses Both Legs After Surviving Life-Threatening Flu
Nationwide — Kaden Stevenson, an African American boy from Michigan, was 7 years old when he caught the flu and developed life-threatening complications that led to the loss of both […]
16-Year-Old Black Teen Gives Birth Alone, Initially Claims Baby Was Left on Porch
Nationwide — Peyton Peoples, a 16-year-old African American teen from Detroit, Michigan, gave birth at home on Thanksgiving without realizing she was pregnant. She initially told her mom the baby […]
5-Year-Old Black Boy Saves Family From Fire That Destroyed Their Home
Nationwide — Ranajai Hill, a 5-year-old African American boy from Vicksburg, Mississippi, alerted his family to a fire that destroyed their home two days after Thanksgiving. His quick thinking helped […]
Most Americans Don't Agree With Trump's Boat Strikes That Have Killed More Than 80 People
Nationwide — President Trump faces growing backlash over his boat strikes, as more Americans question the evidence behind the attacks and the legality of killing suspected drug traffickers at sea. […]
Meet the Black Couple Turning Trials into Triumphs Through Faith and Love
A faith-driven couple shares their inspiring journey of resilience, purpose, and God-centered relationships. Nationwide — ST and Tonya Sirleaf are proof that love guided by faith can weather any storm. […]
Black Financial Advisor Warns 'Beware the Merchants of Debt!'
Jayson Thornton, CFP is an award-winning Financial Advisor and host of Pocket Watching with JT, a financial Q&A podcast and YouTube channel. Nationwide — Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Enrolled […]
Platform Helps Black, Haitian and Other Immigrant Salon Owners Earn Revenue Helping Their Customers Learn English
Nationwide — The owners of a minority-owned company called TutorABC Global Talent, has launched a new initiative to help Black, Haitian, and other immigrant hair and nail salon owners to […]