Nationwide — Donald Trump recently called for Beyoncé to be prosecuted, claiming she was illegally paid $11 million to endorse Kamala Harris during the 2024 campaign. But public records and […]
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Bubba Wallace Becomes First Black NASCAR Driver to Win Major Race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Nationwide — Bubba Wallace made history as he became the first Black driver to win a major race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s 2.5-mile oval. He won the Brickyard 400 after […]
Black NYC Baseball Coach Protected His Young Players When ICE Tried to Question Them
Nationwide — Youman Wilder, an African American youth baseball coach from New York, says he had to protect his young players when ICE officers approached them during practice. He claims […]
Local Hero Holds Crash Victim's Hand Until Help Arrived. He Was Unable to Rescue Her
Nationwide — Nathaniel Bunn, an African American man from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, held a crash victim’s hand after a rollover accident, staying with her until first responders arrived. He couldn’t free […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy Miraculously Survives 15-Story Fall from Apartment Balcony
Nationwide — After falling 15 stories from an apartment balcony, an African American toddler named TJ Thompson from Silver Spring, Maryland, is now defying the odds with an incredible recovery. […]
Black Grandma of 7, Former U.S. Army Soldier Stops Passenger from Entering Airplane Cockpit
Nationwide — Nicole Pruitt, an African American woman with seven grandchildren and an Army veteran, stopped another woman from trying to enter the cockpit on a recent Delta Airlines flight […]
7-Year-Old Black Girl, Beginning to Wake Up from Coma After Being Hit by Driver
Nationwide — Sa’Moryia Farley, a 7-year-old girl from Saint Paul, Minnesota, is slowly waking up from a coma after being hit by a driver. Her family says the signs of […]
Trump Administration Releases FBI Records on MLK Jr. Despite Family Opposition
Nationwide — The Trump administration has released over 240,000 pages of FBI surveillance records related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., despite opposition from his family and the civil rights […]
Florida Black Man Punched in Face, Dragged By Police Says He Was "Scared and Confused"
Nationwide — William McNeil Jr., a 22-year-old African American college student from North Carolina, is recovering from serious injuries after being violently pulled from his vehicle and beaten by Florida […]
3-Year-Old Black Boy Died. He Was Left in Hot Car By Social Worker Who Took Him From His Dad
Nationwide — Ke’Torrius Starks Jr., a 3-year-old African American boy from Birmingham, Alabama, died after being left alone in a hot car for hours by a social worker assigned to […]
43-Year-Old Meagan Good, "I'm Now Ready to Have Kids with Jonathan Majors"
Nationwide — At the age of 43, actress Meagan Good says she’s ready to have children with her husband, actor Jonathan Majors. She credits the timing, their strong bond, and […]
Man Sentenced to Decades in Prison for Killing Somebody Over Five Dollars
Nationwide — Jaquantis McGee, who is from Jackson, Mississippi, will spend over two decades in prison after pleading guilty to fatally shooting a man during a fight over $5. The […]
Missing 9-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing By Her Dad Had Drowned, Dad Arrested
Nationwide — Melina Frattolin, a 9-year-old girl who was found dead in upstate New York, died from drowning, authorities said. Her father now faces murder charges, accused of killing her […]
Founder of Whites-Only Community Group Plans to Expand to Springfield, Missouri Area
Nationwide — A whites-only group called Return to the Land (RTTL), which began in northern Arkansas, is considering building a new community near Springfield, Missouri. The group aims to create […]
1-Year-Old Black Girl Shot in Washington, DC, Now in Critical Condition
Nationwide — A’Zouri, a 1-year-old African American girl, is in critical condition after being shot outside her Southeast, Washington D.C. home. She was hit by stray bullets and now needs […]
Black Women Veterans' Home That Was Featured on "Extreme Makeover" Has Allegedly Been Stolen
They Allege Property Seizure and Unfair Treatment Nationwide — The famed Extreme Makeover: Home Edition project known as the “Jubilee House,” completed in July 2011 in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is […]
45-Year-Old Venus Williams Becomes Oldest Woman to Win a Singles Match
Nationwide — Venus Williams made history at 45 years old by winning a singles match at the DC Open, becoming the oldest woman since Martina Navratilova to do so. She […]
Man Charged After Exposing Pregnant Woman to HIV Says "I Don't Want Her to Know"
Nationwide — Christopher O’Neil Miller, who is from Mauldin, South Carolina, has been charged after admitting he knowingly exposed a pregnant woman to HIV without telling her. He also gave […]
Police Officer Who Shot and Killed Breonna Taylor Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison
Nationwide — Former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison, who was convicted of violating Breonna Taylor’s civil rights during the raid where she was killed, has been sentenced to 33 months […]
Black Man Who Died After Being Pulled into MRI Machine Was Trapped for an Hour
Nationwide — Keith McAllister, a 61-year-old African American man from New York, died after being pulled into an MRI machine while wearing a heavy metal chain. A technician reportedly forgot […]
Black Couple Launches New Platform as a Digital Home for Black Creators, Entrepreneurs, and Culture
Nationwide — A bold new digital destination has officially soft-launched, setting the stage for a platform that centers Black voices, Black enterprise, and Black culture. blackEX is now live, inviting […]
Thousands of Brilliant Black Minds to Gather for Historic 2025 All Black National Convention in Atlanta
Nationwide — The annual All Black National Convention (ABNC) returns for its landmark 10th anniversary, bringing together thousands of intelligent Black professionals, business owners, and thought leaders from across the […]
Henry Louis Gates Jr. Presents the Pope With Proof of His Black Heritage
Nationwide — Pope Leo XIV has multiracial ancestry, including Black heritage, according to genealogy research by Henry Louis Gates Jr. The Finding Your Roots host traced the pope’s family tree […]
Black Woman Denied Boarding Her Flight Because Her Shorts Were "Too Short"
Nationwide — Tanasia Grayer, an African American woman from Chicago, Illinois, says that Spirit Airlines stopped her from boarding a flight in Miami because her shorts were “too short.” The […]
Genius Black Teen Graduates Valedictorian Earning $8M in Scholarships, Accepted to 80+ Colleges
Nationwide — Aaron Williams, an 18-year-old African American teen from Chicago, Illinois, earned over $8 million in scholarships and received more than 80 college acceptance letters after graduating as valedictorian […]
Black Woman From Atlanta Makes History, Turns 105 Years Old
Nationwide — Valena York Henderson, an African American woman from Atlanta, Georgia, recently turned 105 and celebrated the milestone with family and friends. The gathering honored her life of love, […]
Man Killed His Wife and "Felt Bad," So He Also Killed His Ex-Wife Because He Says She "Deserved It"
Nationwide — Timothy Taylor, a 38-year-old African American man from New York City, admitted to killing both his wife and ex-wife just two weeks apart. He told investigators he “felt […]
2-Year-Old Black Boy Dies After Dental Procedure in North Carolina, Family Seeks Answers
Nationwide — Er’Mias Mitchell, a 2-year-old African American boy from Greensboro, North Carolina, died after a dental procedure early Thursday morning. His family and local police are now investigating what […]
"Cosby Show" Actor Malcolm Jamal-Warner Has Sadly Passed Away After Drowning
Nationwide — Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved actor best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has tragically passed away at the age of 54. He reportedly drowned […]
Detroit Black Teacher and Her Husband Adopt Foster Child So She Can Continue Her Studies
Nationwide — Nicole Brabson, an African American high school teacher from Detroit, Michigan, and her husband adopted a foster child to help her stay in their community and ensure she […]
White Man Who Punched Black Boy in the Face Gets 3 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Paul Jonathan Bittner, a 43-year-old man who punched an African American child in a racially-motivated attack in Washington, has been sentenced to just over 3 years in prison […]
Unborn Baby Survives After 19-Year-Old Pregnant Black Teen Killed By Her Boyfriend
Nationwide — Tanyiah Bell, a 19-year-old African American woman from Philadelphia, was shot and killed by her boyfriend while eight months pregnant. Her baby girl, delivered minutes after the shooting, […]
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 […]