Zandra, an award-winning plant-based artisan skincare product range for teens, launches its new ’Zandra 18’ brand product line at the CEO’s graduation, grand opening and community award’s night Nationwide — […]
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Black Psychologist Reveals the Real Motivation Behind Female Rivalries -- and How to Start the Healing Process!
Nationwide — What motivates females of multiple ethnicities to bully, trash-talk, sabotage, and humiliate one another? How can so many women form close relationships while at the same time secretly […]
National Association of Black Social Workers Travels to Australia to Explore Colonialism, Resistance, and Reconciliation
Diaspora Travel Experiences selected to organize 2019 Conference across three Australian cities. Washington, DC — The social work profession requires discipline and compassion in equal measure. Social workers are called […]
Black Woman Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Accidentally Voting Illegally Loses Bid For New Trial
Tarrant County, TX — Crystal Mason, a woman who unintentionally voted while on probation, was sentenced to a five-year imprisonment… and now she has been turned down for a new […]
Police Called on Black Family That Were Eating at Subway Because They Looked "Suspicious"
Newnan, GA — The Dobsons, an African American family, who stoppped to eat at a local Subway in Newnan, Georgia were unpleasantly surprised when police showed up and told them […]
America’s Top Magazine Dedicated to Promoting Black Speakers Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
Speakers Magazine Publisher Pam Perry Launches Podcast and Partners with FraserNet’s Annual Power Networking Conference Nationwide — In a world where everything is digital and social networking is the norm, […]
Black Valedictorian Gets Her College Scholarship Revoked After Giving Controversial Graduation Speech
DeSoto, TX — Destiny Brannon, a high school student from Texas who delivered a controversial valedictory speech during her graduation ceremony, has been stripped of her valedictorian status and will […]
12-Year Old Accidently Mowed the Wrong Lawn and a White Neighbor Called the Police
Maple Heights, OH — Reginald Fields, a 12-year old entrepreneur from Ohio who owns Mr. Reggie’s Lawn Cutting Service, has been cutting lawns and cleaning up yards with the help […]
Family of 3-Year Old Girl Who Had Gun Pointed at Her by Chicago Police is Awarded $2.5 Million Settlement
Chicago, IL — The Chicago City Council has awarded a $2.5 million settlement to the family of Davianna Simmons after concluding that the Chicago Police Department violated the family’s civil rights when […]
New Black History Card Game Helps Parents Teach Their Children About Their Heritage
Nationwide — African American parents who want to teach their children about their heritage can now easily do so thanks to a new Black History card game now available at […]
Dr. Edward Mulraine Authors “The Ten Step M.A.N.” on How Black Men Can Live Triumphantly in a “World Of Women, Wine, War and Wickedness”
New Male Empowerment Book Works to Stop Dysfunction and Build Up Character in Men of Color New York, NY — E.A. Raine Publishing recently released this month a new male […]
Father and 2 Daughters, Founders of a Black-Owned Potato Chip Brand, Celebrate 50,000 Bags Sold in Less Than One Year!
To celebrate their recent milestone as entrepreneurs, Dondre Anderson and his two daughters will be making an appearance at the upcoming Essence Music Festival to share their story. Atlanta, GA […]
Black-Owned Law Firm Expands Its Practice Overseas to the Netherlands
The Law Office of Zulu Ali, based in Southern California, has expanded its practice to represent defendants, victims, and persons seeking reparations before the International Criminal Court in The Hague, […]
1,200+ Black Entrepreneurs to Convene at FraserNet's Power Networking Conference In Maryland, July 5-7
George Fraser Assembles Global Black Leaders to Focus on Business Building and Financial Literacy in the Black Community Washington, DC — The FraserNet, Inc. 2018 PowerNetworking Conference (PNC) will be […]
2018 Cincinnati Music Festival to Feature Fantasia, Jill Scott, Keith Sweat, Boyz II Men, and More
Other artists to perform include Charlie Wilson, Xscap3, Common, The Roots, The O’Jays, After 7, Bootsy Collins, DJ Jazzy Jeff and MC Lyte. Prime seating and hotel accommodations are available […]
Meet the Only Black Woman in the U.S. Who Owns Her Own Bank
48-year old Kiko Davis is the majority stockholder of Detroit-based First Independence Bank, one of the top 10 largest Black-owned banks in the United States. This makes her the only […]
Books Aim to Strengthen the Business of Black-Owned Barber Shops and Hair Salons
Louisville, KY — Alan D. Benson, president of MHB Publishing and community advocate, has released two books that will position and strengthen barbershop and beauty shop operations. The barbershop book, […]
Black Couple From Ohio Finds Sweet Success With Their "Shrimp Lips" Food Truck Business
Columbus, OH — Doe and Johnny Carter are the founders of one of the most popular and critically acclaimed food trucks in the country. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Shrimp Lips […]
White Police Officer Fired After Detaining His Daughter’s Black Boyfriend in Bogus Traffic Stop
Lorain, OH — John Kovach Jr., a white police officer from Ohio who detained his daughter’s 18-year old Black boyfriend for no reason at all, was fired after an internal […]
Black Teen Girl Assaulted By White Cop at Texas Pool Party Wins $148K Settlement
McKinney, TX — In 2015, a video of 15-year old Dajerria Becton being assaulted and violently arrested by a white police officer at a pool party in McKinney, Texas went […]
White Woman Who Lied About Being Raped by Black Man Gets 45 Days in Prison
Bay City, MI — Mary Zolkowski, a white woman from Michigan who claimed that she was raped by a Black man, has turned out to be a liar. But her […]
Waitress Shocked When Arkansas Man Tries to Pay For His Meal With Her Stolen Credit Card
Pine Bluff, AR — Shamon West, a 21-year old man from Arkansas, reportedly tried to pay at a restaurant using a credit card he had stolen two days prior, but […]
Virginia Non-Profit Hosts Financial Mega Conference
Nationwide — Virginia Housing and Community Development Corporation (VHCDC) announced today the launch of CapCon (Capital Conference) – an annual event that challenges, engages and encourages attendees to develop and […]
Motivate Moms, LLC Empowers and Uplifts Parents to Increase Family Participation in Schools
— Englewood native uses her “PhD in parenting” to increase family participation in schools — Chicago, IL — Motivate Moms LLC is helping schools increase family engagement, one parent at […]
Children's Author Stephanie Singleton Turns Reading into a Dance Party for Both Parents and Children
New African American children’s storybook and its upbeat theme song “Hey Mr. Teddy Bear” have parents reading and dancing too! Nationwide — The Adventures of Ryan & Riley and Mr. […]
Moms, Help is on the Way -- Black Doula Pens Essential Guide to Postpartum Support
Navigating Body, Baby, Breastfeeding & Support New York, NY — Four years ago, Naima Beckles and Michele Arrieta, joined forces and started, For Your Birth, a doula agency based in […]
The First 6 African Americans Who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires
Immediately following Emancipation, there were 4,047 millionaires in the United States — and six of them were African American. Between 1830 and 1927, as the last generation of blacks born […]
Cultural Obstacles That Spike Failure For Black Entrepreneurs Revealed By Economics Professor
Nationwide — One of the biggest reactions to our nation’s current administration has been a rise in entrepreneurship attempts particularly among African Americans. A 2016 study in Babson College’s Global […]
JeTi FILMS Premieres New Original Anthology Detective Series "Tales From the Murder Room" -- Now Streaming on Amazon Prime
New Orleans, LA — Proven independent production company, JeTi Films, premieres their new original anthology detective series, Tales from the Murder Room, available today for streaming on Amazon Prime.
Minnesota Man Tortured and Raped His Twin Daughters For More Than 10 Years
Minneapolis, MN — 21-year old twin sisters that are both intellectually disabled were raped, beaten, starved, and tortured while being chained for ten years by their own father, Jerry Lee Curry. […]
The Man, the Comedian, the Legend -- George Wallace Returns to Las Vegas with a New Residency at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Renowned comedian to perform at the Westgate Cabaret – Show Opens Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Tickets start at $65 Las Vegas, NV — The “New Mr. Vegas” is back. Renowned […]
American Medical Association (AMA) to Appoint It's First Ever Black Woman President
Chicago, IL — Patrice A. Harris, M.D., a psychiatrist from Atlanta, Ga., has been elected as the new president-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA) by physicians gathered at the […]
Black Woman Has 27-Pound Fibroid Removed While 17 Weeks Pregnant
Nationwide — Brionna Johnson, an African American woman from Chicago, was 17 weeks pregnant when doctors removed a 27-pound fibroid. She experienced disparities in treatment after being advised to consider […]
Black Entrepreneur Invents World's First Heated Cake Stand to Keep Cakes and Other Baked Goods Warm While on Display
Nationwide — At just 25 years old, Cortrell Winkfield is redefining how desserts are served and experienced with the launch of Velvera, the world’s first heated cake stand designed to […]
Meet the Trailblazing Black Author Bringing Her Children’s Book into School Classrooms Nationwide
Nationwide — Marcia Paige, the author of ABC Explorers: The Journey Begins with Letters and Pride, published by Line Queen Publishing, is celebrating that her new book for children of […]
Black Man Files $100M Lawsuit After NYPD Assaulted Him in Mistaken Identity Arrest
Nationwide — Timothy Brown, a 46-year-old African American man from Brooklyn, New York, plans to sue the city of New York for $100 million after NYPD officers mistakenly identified him […]
Black Family of 7 Takes in Elderly Neighbor After His Wife Passes Away
Nationwide — Back in 2023, Sharaine Caraballo and her husband, Wilson, from Pawtucket, Rhode Island, opened their home and daily life to their elderly neighbor, Paul Callahan, after he lost […]
Black Mom Survives Shooting That Tragically Killed Her Two Teen Children
Nationwide — Tiffany Terry, an African American mother from Richmond, Virginia, survived a triple shooting that killed her two children, Zion, 18, and Sadie, 14. Police say her boyfriend opened fire […]
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 […]