Nationwide — Mujiba Salaam Parker, “The Empowerment QueenTM” is very grateful that she has paid off her mortgage 27 years earlier than planned. She has written a new report, How […]
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Black Employee From Georgia Retires After 65 Years Working at the Same Restaurant
Nationwide — Jimmie Scott, at the age of 85, officially retires after an impressive 65 years of dedicated service at S&S Cafeteria in Macon, Georgia, starting from a dishwasher to […]
7-Year-Old Makes History, First Black Girl to Win Tiny Miss Princess of America Pageant
Nationwide — Meet Paris Epps, a 7-year-old African American girl from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who made history by becoming the first Black girl to win the national title of Tiny Miss […]
1,000's of Black Women Invited to Rediscover Joy at Transformative 3-Day Retreat in Maryland
Nationwide — EMERGE Live!, a groundbreaking 3-day immersive retreat, will bring together visionary Black women from April 19 – 21, 2024 at the luxurious Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center […]
Black Teen With Size 23 Feet Thanks Shaq for Super-Sized Shoe Donation
Nationwide — Jor’el Bolden, a 16-year-old teen from Kansas City, Missouri who struggled to find shoes that fit his size 23 feet, recently found unexpected relief and support from his […]
21-Year-Old Black Pilot From Georgia to Earn His Third College Degree
Nationwide — Meet Kegan Martindale-Hernandez, a 21-year-old African American pilot who got his first college degree right before graduating high school and is now set to earn his third college […]
Founder Launches Line of Afrocentric Trophies and Recognition Awards for Colleges, Corporate, and Organizations of Color
Nationwide — Meet Julius K. Aboagye, the Founder and Creative Director of African Heritage Collection, which produces stunning pieces of artwork that are also designed to celebrate and honor the […]
Can One Mother’s Journey Spark a Revolution in Diabetes Advocacy?
Nationwide — In a world where diabetes disproportionately impacts communities of color, one woman’s journey is poised to change the game. Constantine Alleyne, a visionary leader with a diverse background […]
Renowned Environmental Attorney Raya Salter, aka the "Climate Auntie," Launches Empowering Podcast for Climate Justice
Nationwide — Environmental attorney and acclaimed advocate Raya Salter, widely known as the Climate Auntie, has officially launched her groundbreaking podcast, Tea with Climate Auntie. The podcast educates and empowers […]
Black Chambers Across Florida Gather in Tallahassee For 3rd Annual Black Chamber Day
Nationwide — On February 5th, 2024, the Florida Association of Black Chambers of Commerce kicked off its third annual Black Chamber Day at the Capitol in Tallahassee. The attendees were […]
Beauty Industry Bids Farewell to a Legend: Dudley Hair Care Empire Co-Founder Dr. Joe L. Dudley, Sr. Dies At 86
Nationwide — Tributes from across the world continue to come in for the patriarch of the Dudley Hair Care empire, icon, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Dr. Joe L. Dudley, Sr. who […]
This Black Woman With a PhD in Nursing is Helping Other Nurses to Build a Career as Freelance Writers
Nationwide — Alexandria Jones-Patten, an African American registered nurse has authored The Write Remedy: Revitalizing Nursing Careers Through Health Content Writing where she uses her experience in nursing to explore the […]
Black Siblings, Raised in the Projects, Release Their 8th Book About Thriving in Predominately White Industries
Nationwide — Meet Dr. Nicole B. Simpson and Sonji K. Grandy, two African American siblings who are the authors of a new book entitled Out of the Woods, a riveting duet […]
27-Year-Old Makes History as First Black Female Pilot to Fly a Boeing 777 for Air Canada
Nationwide — Meet Zoey Williams, a 27-year-old from Ontario, Canada with four college degrees who has recently made history as Air Canada’s first Black female pilot to fly a Boeing […]
VH1 Reality Star Chrissy Monroe’s Dental Emergency Highlights Dangers of Seeking Cheaper Dental Work Abroad
Nationwide — Former reality television personality Chrissy Monroe has come forward with a cautionary tale about the perils of seeking dental treatment overseas. Her recent dental emergency has ignited a […]
1,000’s of HBCU Students to Benefit From Black Couple's Accredited AI Ed-Tech Company
Nationwide — DeMario and Dawn Nicole McIlwain, the founders of Skilldora, a Black-owned AI Ed-Tech company, have partnered with African American billionaire Dr. Michael V. Roberts, the founder and CEO […]
Grammy-Nominated Afrobeats Star, Ayra Starr, to Headline the Inaugural Midwest Cultural Fest
Nationwide — Ayra Starr, the Afrobeats diva nominated for a Grammy Award, will lead a star studded lineup of international and Haitian artists in celebration of the Midwest’s rich cultural […]
Black Couple Open 3 Child Development Centers in Kansas That Now Employ Over 60 Educators
Nationwide — Meet Alicia and Abdul Yahaya, the owners of Open Minds Child Development Center, a Kansas-based Black-owned enterprise that is making waves in early childhood education with its latest […]
Meet the Black Couple Who Have Traveled to 61 Cities in 32 States to Teach Mental Health Awareness
Nationwide — Lorenzo Lewis and his wife, Jordon, have traveled across the country teaching frontline workers how to care for the mental health of African Americans who are often in […]
Speakers Magazine Unveils Special Black History Month Issue Featuring Nkechi Taifa, Esq. and Celebrates Great Speakers and Authors
Nationwide –– The esteemed publication for empowering speakers and communicators, Speakers Magazine, proudly announces the release of its special Black History Month issue. This edition places the spotlight on the […]
Bus Driver Saves the Day When Student Doesn't Have PJs For Pajama Day
Nationwide — Larry Farrish Jr., an African American school bus driver, became the hero of the day for first-grader Levi who didn’t have pajamas for the school’s pajama day. Farrish […]
Author's 24th Book Reveals Plan on Why and How Black People Should Unite
Nationwide — RJ Publications is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of A Time For Revenge 2: The Black Revolution by national bestselling author Richard Jeanty. Renowned for his compelling […]
Black Entrepreneur, Once Paralyzed With 5 Days to Live, Creates Afro Puff Doll For Boys and Girls
Nationwide — Meet Eve Lynne Robinson, an African American entrepreneur from Oakland, California, who has created a gender-neutral Black doll named Ella B. Jenkins with afro puffs and an accompanying […]
Publisher of Popular Ethiopian Children’s Books Continues to Garner International Recognition
Nationwide — Open Hearts Big Dreams (OHBD) and the Ethiopian Section of the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY Ethiopia) are elated to announce that two of the […]
Black Mom, Owner of Grocery Store Chain Faces Setback After City of Chicago Denies Her Small Business Funding
Nationwide — Meet Ena Jones, an African American mom who is also the CEO and Owner of Roots & Vine Produce and Cafe, an innovative and community-oriented grocery chain that […]
12-Year-Old Black Author Gets 4th Book Published in the Library of Congress
Nationwide — At 12 years old, Nicholas Buamah is a young African American author, producer and philanthropist who continues to defy expectations in the literary world with the release of […]
The Sistah Shop Presents the 2024 #ShopWithSistahs Black History Month Market at Atlantic Station
Nationwide — The Sistah Shop, a dynamic retail store by the Sistahs in Business Expo, is excited to announce the 2024 #ShopWithSistahs Black History Month Market, set to take place […]
Black Children’s Books Are Being Banned, But This Black Author Launched a Global Movement to Celebrate Them
Nationwide — Black children’s book bans are rising, but no ban can stop the power of the people. The third annual celebration of Black Children’s Book Week starts on February […]
Black Author Writes New Book About His Late Mom Whom He Says Was His Superhero
Nationwide — An amateur writer writes an inspiring and passionate book. To his mother, family, the Black community and the world to enjoy. Waldo Theus, is seen in this photo […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Discover an Element on the Periodic Table
Nationwide — Meet Clarice Phelps, an HBCU graduate of Tennessee State University who, in 2022, made history as the first African American woman to contribute to the discovery of an […]
Black Stock Trading Experts to Teach 300 Beginners How to Trade Options Through Their Game and Mentorship Program
Nationwide — Last year, J.R. Fenwick, founder and CEO of FLip That Stock, a stock market education and technology company and Eric V. Johnson, an options trading expert joined forces […]
Group of Black Investors Who Bought a $3.8M Hotel Last Year Set to Acquire Second Hotel
Nationwide — Just over a year after acquiring a hotel in Memphis, Tennessee, making them the only Black hotel owners in Memphis, power couple Norland and Dr. Amina James are […]
Black Woman Sent to Prison For 25 Years for Killing Abusive Husband Now Fights for Domestic Violence Awareness
Nationwide — Latoya Dickens, an African American mother from Gwinnett County, Georgia who spent 25 years in prison for killing her abusive husband, now advocates for domestic violence survivors. After […]
Black Mom Responds About Viral Family Photos of Her Son in Different Pajamas from His Half-Siblings
Nationwide — An African American family’s Christmas photo has gone viral after a 5-year-old boy, Trü, was left out of the matching pajamas that the rest of his family wore […]
FedEx Worker Arrested for Dumping Packages in the Woods Because He Wanted to Go Home
Nationwide — Latavion Lewis, a FedEx contract worker from Alabama, was arrested in Florida after dumping several packages during the busy holiday season. The investigation began when missing packages were […]
Single Black Mom of 5 From St. Louis Killed in Christmas Eve Train Accident
Nationwide — Ashley Hogan, a 35-year-old African American mom of five children, died on Christmas Eve when her car was struck by a train in north St. Louis County, Missouri. […]
Actor Geoffrey Owens Says Despite Tyler Perry's Help, He Still Struggles as a Working Actor
Nationwide — Actor Geoffrey Owens, known for The Cosby Show, recently opened up about the ongoing challenges he faces as a working actor, despite receiving support and landing new roles. […]
37-Year-Old Man From California Dies in a House Fire While Searching for Engagement Ring
Nationwide — Steven Weatherford Jr., a 37-year-old from Oakland, California, tragically died in a house fire on Christmas Day while searching for an engagement ring. He had planned to propose […]
Black Mom, Teacher From Georgia Shot and Killed by Her Nephew
Nationwide — Tyeisha Colley, a 35-year-old teacher and mother of four, was tragically shot and killed by her nephew on Christmas Day in Monroe, Georgia. Her 21-year-old nephew, Devin Sullivan, […]
Richard Parsons, First Black CEO of Time Warner, Has Sadly Passed Away at Age 76
Nationwide — Richard Parsons, the former CEO of Time Warner and Chairman of Citigroup, has died at the age of 76 at his Manhattan home, following a long battle with […]
Wendy Williams Slams Caretakers After Leaving Her Mobility Scooter, Demands Better Care
Nationwide — Wendy Williams criticized her caretakers for abandoning her mobility scooter in the street after her son’s graduation dinner in Miami, Florida. Wendy, who was diagnosed with aphasia and […]
18-Year-Old Black Teen, Aspiring Basketball Player Killed in Atlanta Drive-By Shooting
Nationwide — Sekya Smith, an 18-year-old African American teen from Atlanta, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on Christmas Eve while outside at a friend’s house. Her mother, Brittany, […]
23-Year-Old Black Woman Who Feared Disappearing Has Been Missing for Two Months
Nationwide — Jahnay Bryan, a 23-year-old African American graduate of Cornell University, has been missing for more than two months, and her family fears that she may be in danger. […]
Black Mom from California Banned from School After Complaining About Bullying of Her Daughter
Nationwide — Kavon Ward, an African American mother from Culver City, California, plans to take legal action after her 7-year-old daughter, Semira, endured two years of bullying at her local […]
Black Woman-Owned CreditRich Opens Historic $100M Investment Round at $1B Valuation and Welcomes New Board Member Rudy Terrazas
Nationwide — CreditRich, the first Black woman-owned neo-bank, that allows users to round up their spare change to pay their bills intelligently and optimize their credit scores as fast as […]
24-Year-Old Man Sentenced After Posting Selfies Online Linking Him to Drug Crimes
Nationwide — Michael Babalola, a 24-year-old man from London, has been sentenced to 2 years and 8 months for drug-related offenses after a police raid on his brother’s home. Although […]
Denzel Washington Gets Baptized at 70 Years Old, Receives Minister's License
Nationwide — Denzel Washington was recently baptized in a ceremony at a New York church a few days before he turns 70 years old. He was also granted a minister’s […]
Singer Eddie Levert's Daughter, Ryan, Dies at the Age of 22
Nationwide — Eddie Levert’s daughter, Ryan Levert, has died at the age of 22 after battling lupus. Eddie has been mourning the death of his children for years, as Ryan […]
Attorney Tony Buzbee Fires Back at Jay-Z Despite His Client Having "Mistakes" in Her Story
Nationwide — Attorney Tony Buzbee who is representing multiple accusers of Diddy is countering Jay-Z and his team’s misconduct allegations by describing their request for sanctions as “frivolous.” He asserts […]
Former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" Star Sentenced to 18 Months, Owes $2.5M in Taxes
Nationwide — Peter Thomas, former star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison on Thursday for failing to pay over $2.5 million in […]
Meet the Black Entrepreneur Who Made History Last Year as a Speaker at Bill Clinton’s Largest Annual Event
The Confess Project of America Founder Lorenzo Lewis Shared a Message of Hope and Perseverance Nationwide — This week, Lorenzo Lewis, Founder & Advisor of The Confess Project of America […]
Haitian Immigrant Finds Success With All-Natural Skincare Line Helping 31 Million Americans Suffering From Eczema
Nationwide — Jocelyne Firmin, a Haitian-born entrepreneur and devoted mother, has turned her personal journey into a powerful mission to provide relief for millions of Americans suffering from eczema. Her […]
New CBS Series Makes History as the First Black Soap Opera in 35 Years
Nationwide — Beyond the Gates is making history as the first Black soap opera in 35 years, set to debut on CBS on February 24. The show marks a major […]
Cassandra Hill Honored with Prestigious Black Woman-Owned Brand of the Year Award
Nationwide — Cassandra Hill, a trailblazer in the entrepreneurial world, has been recognized with the esteemed “Black Woman Owned Brand of the Year” award by the I’m Loving Me Project. […]
34-Year-Old Black Woman Makes History as the Oldest Winner of Miss France Pageant
Nationwide — Angelique Angarni-Filopon, 34, has made history as the oldest woman to win the Miss France crown. Hailing from Martinique, she won the Miss France 2024 pageant, which recently […]
Black-Owned Nonprofit Partners with Charles Schwab, Launches Financial Education Initiatives for Underserved Students
Nationwide — Beginning in December 2023, Charles Schwab Bank and Project Still I Rise (PSIR) launched a landmark financial education initiative to assist students in initiating investment strategies. Through the […]
Renowned Black Educator of 35 Years, Former Principal Releases His 14th Book for School Leaders
Nationwide — Baruti K. Kafele, a bestselling author and award-winning educator of more than 35 years who was also a former Principal of inner-city schools in New Jersey for almost […]
Black Woman Sadly Killed While Attending a Wake at a Church in London
Nationwide — Michelle Sadio, a 46-year-old Black woman, was tragically killed in a triple shooting outside a church in London, England on Saturday night. Two men, both in their 30s, […]
Gayle King Celebrates 70th Birthday with Surprise Party from Oprah Winfrey
Nationwide — Gayle King celebrated turning 70 with a surprise party thrown by her longtime best friend, Oprah Winfrey. King, who thought she was just attending a holiday party, was […]
Chance The Rapper's Wife Files for Divorce After 5 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Chance the Rapper and his wife, Kirsten Corley, are officially ending their marriage after just five years. Kirsten reportedly was the one who filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable […]
12-Year-Old Black Boy From Texas Beats Leukemia After Three-Year Battle
Nationwide — Michael “MJ” Dixon, a 12-year-old African American boy from Killeen, Texas, is now cancer-free after a three-year battle with leukemia. In 2023, he celebrated his health victory by […]
Two Black Teens From New Orleans Killed in Car Crash Involving Shoplifting Suspect
Nationwide — Giselle Smith and Semaj Morris, two African American 17-year-old teens from New Orleans, Louisiana, were killed in a crash on December 11. The crash happened when their car […]
New Black Superheroes Stand Out in ODB Themed Graphic Novel, “A Lyrical Ruckus in the City”
Nationwide — An ode to two of the biggest characters in hip-hop – New York City and Wu Tang’s Ol’ Dirty Bastard, the graphic novel ODB: A Lyrical Ruckus in […]
Mortgage-Free Black Author to Host Free Masterclass on How to Pay Off a 30-Year Mortgage Fast
Nationwide — Mujiba Salaam Parker, who was formerly homeless, bankrupt, and on welfare, but still managed to pay off her 30-year mortgage in less than three years, is excited to […]