Nationwide — Reuben Waithaka, a 73-year-old man from Kenya, disappeared just one day after arriving in Calera, Alabama to attend his grandson’s high school graduation. Weeks later, his family is […]
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Introducing the Fastest-Growing Free Black-Owned Streaming Network
Nationwide — African American entrepreneur Anthony Washington is making history as the Founder and CEO of AEN (Anything Entertainment Network), the fastest-growing Black-owned streaming platform with free access to more […]
Black Postal Worker Collapses, Dies From Heat Stroke While Delivering Mail in Texas
Nationwide — Jacob Taylor, a 51-year-old African American USPS mail carrier from Dallas, Texas, recently collapsed on the job while delivering mail and later died at a hospital. His sudden […]
HBCU Grad Turned Accomplished Author Releases New Book “Lead With Fire” to Empower Professionals
Nationwide — Dr. Alecia Heffner-Crump, a proud alumna of Dillard University, Louisiana’s oldest HBCU, is a tenured higher education professional, an advocate for STEM, and a groundbreaking change agent. With […]
Black Author Forges Historic Agreement with the New "Negro Digest"
A groundbreaking promotional relationship between the magazine and author, Frances Presley Rice Nationwide — “Welcome to Black Main Street.” This motto of the new Negro Digest, the online magazine that […]
VIP Tickets to See Barack Obama in London Cost Twice as Much as Beyoncé’s Show
Nationwide — Former President Barack Obama is charging more than twice the price of Beyoncé’s top VIP tickets for his upcoming London show, with the priciest package hitting more than […]
Rapper MC Lyte Sadly Loses Her Mom to Cancer, Shares Heartfelt Tribute Online
Nationwide — Rapper MC Lyte is grieving the death of her mother, Constance Moorer, who passed away after battling cancer. She shared a heartfelt tribute online, thanking supporters and remembering […]
Black Dad, Army Veteran Swept Away by Texas Floods While Delivering Medicine
Nationwide — William Govaniavic Venus, an African American Army veteran from Burnet County, Texas, sadly passed away when floodwaters swept away his car while he was out delivering medicine. Authorities […]
Elderly Black Woman Physically Dragged Out of Church by Police Officers in Mississippi
Nationwide — Allie Thompson, an African American elderly woman from Scott County, Mississippi, was dragged out of her church by sheriff deputies on Father’s Day after she and other members […]
Landlord Arrested For Using Roach Bombs to Smoke Out Her Tenants, Including 4-Year-Old Child
Nationwide — Ervyana Davis, a 23-year-old African American female landlord from Nashville, Tennessee, has been arrested after allegedly using multiple bug foggers to drive out a family, including a 4-year-old […]
15-Year-Old Black Girl Sadly Dies After Drunk Driver Runs Red Light on Fourth of July
Nationwide — Chasity Nelson, a 15-year-old African American girl from Greenville County, South Carolina, died four days after a suspected drunk driver ran a red light and crashed head-on into […]
Megan Thee Stallion's Foundation to Honor Southern Black Girls Founder LaTosha Brown and 13-Year-Old Mental Health Advocate Mila Henry
Trailblazing Leader and Black Girl Joy Grant Recipient to Be Honored at Star-Studded Event Hosted by Taraji P. Henson in New York City Nationwide — In a powerful demonstration of […]
Meet the Black Male Therapist Using Play to Teach Emotional Intelligence to Children of Color
Nationwide — Lamarr E. Lewis, LAPC, CPRP, is an African American nationally recognized mental health therapist, speaker, and the founder of Lewis Family Consulting. At this year’s When I See […]
HBCU Grad Turned Award-Winning Black Educator Recognized for More Than 30 Years of Serving His Community
Nationwide — Dr. Michael T. Williams, CEO of DocWmsOne Educational Consulting Services and Education Consultant for the North Carolina Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, has been recognized as […]
Florida Police Handcuff Black Man on His Own Property, Accuse Him of Trespassing
Nationwide — Freddie and Navongela Jackson, an African American couple from Marion County, Florida, were both handcuffed on their own property after a sheriff’s deputy accused them of trespassing. The […]
Black Author, Survivor, Coach, Nurse, and Advocate Delivers a Raw, Hopeful Book for Healing After Trauma
Nationwide — Award-winning and #1 bestselling author, Marie McKenzie has released her newest book, Who Says You Can’t Heal?, a powerful, no-fluff self-help guide for survivors of sexual violence ready […]
Diddy's Fellow Inmates Applauded His Verdict, "We've Never Seen Anyone Beat the Government"
Nationwide — Sean “Diddy” Combs received a standing ovation from fellow inmates after he was acquitted of the most serious charges in his trial. Although found guilty on lesser counts, […]
Black Mom Decides to Remove Her Two Kids from Life Support After a Pool Drowning Accident
Nationwide — Brittney McWhite, an African American mother from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, made the heartbreaking decision to remove her two children, 11-year-old London Marie and 14-year-old Wadale, from life support after […]
Unarmed Black Man Killed by His Parole Officer, His Family Demands Justice
Nationwide — The Erie County District Attorney’s Office is urging the public to remain patient as it investigates the fatal shooting of Marchello Woodard, a local resident of Erie, Pennsylvania, […]
Black Community Leader Launches Legacy Wealth Building Movement to Create Economic Empowerment
Nationwide — Linda Morgan Sam, an African American community leader and philanthropist from Los Angeles, California, is using her upcoming 64th birthday celebration to also spark a movement of generational […]
Black Judge in Steve Harvey's 2005 Divorce Case Accused of Corruption, Conspiracy, and Abuse of Power
Nationwide — After more than a decade forced into silence, civil rights advocate Essie Berry, widow of beloved actor Fred “Rerun” Berry, is stepping forward with grave allegations of judicial […]
Elon Musk Has Formed a New Political Party Amid Ongoing Feud With President Trump
Nationwide — Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has officially launched a new political party in the United States, declaring a sharp break from former ally and current President Donald Trump. The […]
5-Year-Old Black Boy is the Only Survivor of a Car Crash That Killed His Family in Georgia
Nationwide — Noah Mason, a 5-year-old boy from Bartow County, Georgia, survived a major crash on Interstate 75 that killed his parents and two older brothers in May 2024. After […]
Male Escort Sues Cassie, Claiming She Gave Him STD and Secretly Aborted Pregnancy
Nationwide — Clayton Howard, a male escort linked to Diddy’s sex trafficking case, is suing both Diddy and Cassie. He claims Cassie gave him an STD, aborted their baby without […]
19-Year-Old Brooklyn Teen Makes History as Youngest Black Female Chess Master
Nationwide — Meet Jessica Hyatt, the highest-rated African American female chess player ever and the youngest African-American woman to earn the National Master title. At just 19, she’s already rewriting […]
3-Month-Old Black Baby Dies After His Dad Drowned Him in Bucket of Laundry Detergent
Nationwide — A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Lafayette, Indiana when a 3-month-old African American baby named Jacob Moneus was found dead after being drowned by his father in a bucket […]
Yes, Diddy's Fans Really Did Celebrate With Baby Oil After the Verdict
Nationwide — Sean “Diddy” Combs’ supporters gathered outside a New York courtroom to celebrate after the rapper was found guilty on two charges but acquitted on others in his sex […]
Maggots Seen on 24-Year-Old's Body at His Wake, Family Sues Funeral Home
Nationwide — The family of Torreon Williams, 24, has filed a $5 million lawsuit against a funeral home in Chesapeake, Virginia, after they discovered maggots in his casket during an […]
300 Black Educators Convene in Alabama at Summit About Making Classrooms More Technologically Advanced
Birmingham Nonprofit’s Partnership Model Unites Three Mayors with National Superintendent of the Year, Creating Scalable Blueprint for America’s Digital Skills Crisis Nationwide — Ed Farm successfully concluded its highly anticipated […]
This 73-Year-Old Black Educator is Still Shaping Classrooms and Changing Lives
Nationwide — At 73 years old, Areulia Davis continues to defy expectations and redefine what it means to be an educator. Far from slowing down, she remains deeply engaged in […]
Man Who Saved 9-Year-Old Girl from a Shark Attack Has Been Arrested by ICE
Nationwide — Luis Alvarez, a 31-year-old man who helped a 9-year-old girl who was bitten by a shark, is now in ICE custody after being arrested for allegedly driving without […]
48-Year-Old Black Deputy Killed by Inmate Who Escaped From Custody While Being Transported
Nationwide — Francisco Paul Flattes, a 56-year-old African American detention officer with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office in Murphy, North Carolina, was shot and killed by an inmate during a […]
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 […]