— “Ebony,” “FINE Success” and “AMPS” Magazines are Taken with Author Paul Lamar Hunter’s Story in “No Love, No Charity: the Success of the 19th Child” — Nationwide — Late […]
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Ladies, What Name Do You Wear on Your Back? (No, Not Your Clothes Silly!) -- What's Your Woman Brand?
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — In the business world, a brand is a promise to consistently deliver a product, service, quality or experience. Ask any woman about her preferred clothing […]
"I Bet You Had No Idea That These 12 Black Celebrities Are Turning 50 Years Old In 2014"
Nationwide — It happens to everyone as time goes by, and there is nothing any of us can do about it! It’s called aging, and some of our favorite African […]
BET.com Adds LGBT Writer to this Summer’s “You Gotta Have It” List
Nationwide — BET, via their web site at BET.com, has chosen writer Terry E. Hill’s Sunday Morning Trilogy as three of this summer’s must-read novels. Often compared to the late E. […]
Meet the NYPD Police Officer Who Used a Fatal (and Illegal) Headlock on Eric Garner -- He's Been Given Desk Duty WITH PAY
New York, NY — NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo has had his gun and badge stripped, after he was seen on video apparently putting Eric Garner, a 400-pound African American man, […]
400-Pound Man Dies After NYC Police Officer Put Him in A Chokehold -- Investigation Launched; Rallies Planned
New York, NY — The recent death of 43-year old Eric Garner, who died after a New York City police officer put him in a chokehold, is now being investigated by […]
This Guy Says Essence Magazine Has No, Well... Essence -- It's Kind of Harsh, But Is He Right?
Nationwide — NNPA columnist Raynard Jackson recently wrote a column entitled Nothing Essential About Essence where he attacks Essence Communications (the producers of Essence Magazine and Essence Music Festival) for […]
Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Installed as International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Charlotte, NC — Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a business executive, was installed as the 2014-2018 International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), an international service organization […]
"The Supreme Human Being" -- This Story Contains the Hidden Truth of the Real Life Mayweather Murder Case
Detroit, MI — Available now on Amazon.com and iTunes is as a new science fiction/suspense book that is filled with turns, flips and twisted outcomes. The Supreme Human Being by […]
Black Businesses Are Booming in... Brazil (Yes, the country!)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — Nearly 80 percent of Brazil’s new members of the middle class are Black, according to a recent report from TheRoot.com. Apparently, these Afro-Brazilians are benefiting […]
About 75% of African Americans are Lactose Intolerant -- and Black Women Are Especially at Risk For Osteoporosis
Nationwide — Osteoporosis is a bone disease that leaves bones more porous and fragile, leaving them at greater risk for fractures. There is often a misconception that African American women […]
Whites, Not Blacks Represent The Largest Group of People Moving to Low Income Areas -- and Other Little Known Facts
Nationwide — One in four Americans now live in poverty areas, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The number of people who have been forced to move to poverty areas […]
"The Last Virgin Alive" -- A New Bittersweet Tale About the Travails of a Virgin Girl’s First Year in College
— Debutante author Stephanie Crosby pens a gripping romantic suspense novel about a girl called Symphony who is feeling isolated and rejected from her social circle at college owing to […]
This Teen Has Just Been Sentenced to 23 Years in Jail For Killing a Dog -- A Police Dog!
Palm Beach, FL — A Florida judge has just sentenced 18-year old Ivins Rosier to 23 years in jail for shooting and killing a retired police dog back in 2012. […]
3 Phenomenal Books (By Black Women) That Every Black Woman Should Read This Summer!
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — What’s on your reading list this summer? I know that summer is a time for relaxation and it’s the time many of us use to […]
30 Day Challenge Brings New Hope To Single Women Looking For Love -- New 5-Part Audio Series Available For Download
— Approximately 65% of all African American women over the age of 25 in the United States are single — but many want to be in a loving and well […]
Former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison For Corruption Both Before and After Katrina
New Orleans, LA — Ray Nagin, the former mayor of New Orleans, has been sentenced to serve 10 years in prison. The 58-year old entrepreneur-turned-politician was found guilty back in […]
This Community Leader and Master Motivator Says "The Chess Board is the Board of Education"
— Orrin Hudson, founder of Be Someone, Inc. in Atlanta, was recently interviewed on BlackAmericaWeb.com’s “Mamas Gone Wild” Show with Nikki Woods and Mary Boyce. — Dallas, TX — Orrin […]
Motivational Speaker Marcus Parker Launches New Android App as a Tool For Daily Motivation
Nationwide — The evening news, the feature story on the front page of the paper, and even the most talked about local issues on local radio stations have one thing […]
African Americans Gaining Ground Developing Real Estate
— F. Todd Ryan Developing His Land into $4,000,000 Development. — Boston, MA — Richard Michel Abraham, founder of the REDI Foundation, introduced his 6-month one-on-one mentoring certification real estate […]
Sherri Shepherd on Her Unborn Child: "I'm Not Paying Child Support... And I Don't Want Custody"
Nationwide — What could possibly possess a mother to say that she does not want custody of her unborn child? Well, for actress/comedienne Sherri Shepherd, it’s because of her estranged […]
Renowned Educator Writes Book for Motivating Black Males to Achieve in School and in Life
Jersey City, NJ — As the achievement gap continues to pose one of the greatest challenges to educators at all levels, the plight of the Black male learner poses an […]
“Girl, Just Move On!” – 7 Warning Signs That It May Be Time to Let It Go
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — Not everyone or everything is a permanent fixture in our lives. Things change and people change. People, positions, and possessions can serve us well for […]
Comedian/Actress Cocoa Brown Joins Author Angela Clay to Co-Host the Fifth Annual "Loving The Me I See" Girls’ Self-Esteem Workshop
Dallas, TX — Get ready for an empowering day at the Fifth Annual “Loving The Me I See” Girls’ Self-Esteem Workshop on Saturday, July 26, 2014, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 […]
University Shows Support For Black Female Professor Who Was Body-Slammed By Police For "Jaywalking"
Phoenix, AZ — A recent police confrontation where Arizona State University Professor Dr. Ersula Ore was body slammed to the ground for jaywalking has gained national attention and now more […]
Award-Winning Director, Writer Alton Glass Makes History at the 18th Annual American Black Film Festival, ‘CRU’
— ‘CRU’ sweeps festival, nabs all awards in nominated categories — Los Angeles, CA — Celebrated director, writer, producer Alton Glass is no stranger to the American Black Film Festival […]
“Is That a Misquote on the Memorial Tomb of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?” -- That Is Not What He Said
— Explosive Allegations Contained In Newly Published Website. — New York, NY — “The inscription on the memorial tomb of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is not what he said […]
Unbeweavable! New Program Empowers African American Women (and Men) Financially in the $10 Billion Hair Weave Industry
— Start your own hair business today, selling high-end hair at an affordable price — Nationwide — There is a new, unique and very profitable black owned company named, The […]
Singer/Songwriter Dominique Toney Debuts with Eclectic & Confessional Alternative Soul-Pop Song Cycle A Love Like Ours
— 11-song CD Features Special Guests Ray Parker Jr. and Dominique’s Father Kevin Toney (founding keyboardist of The Blackbyrds) — Nationwide — Prepare to see and hear a lot of […]
Actor Michael Ealy Speaks on "Barbershop 3," "Think Like A Man 3," and Why He Has Blue Eyes
Nationwide — Michael Ealy, the blue-eyed hunk was named one of People magazines’ “On the Verge” actors in the magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” 2002 and 2013 issues. Furthermore, he was […]
New DVD Fitness Program Helps African Americans Battle Diabetes and High Blood Pressure with Simple Exercises For a Longer Happier Life
Nationwide — Alive! with Damue is a dynamic new health and fitness program by Damue Bagwell designed to help maintain and lower blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes. The fact is […]
"You Got This Right?" -- Why Do Men Always Have to Pay When on a Date?
By Tamara Hartley Nationwide — Let’s face it; the world of dating has changed! Thanks to virtual chatrooms, online dating, and reality TV matchmakers, a person’s potential dating pool has […]
NFL Player Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty of Assaulting Personal Chef, Sheds Tears
Nationwide — NFL player Stefon Diggs was found not guilty of attacking his former personal chef during a 2025 dispute. A jury cleared him of felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault. While […]
Woman Gives Birth to Quadruplets After Doctors Initially Told Her She Was Having Triplets
Nationwide — Rachael Simba, a woman from Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, gave birth to quadruplets after doctors initially told her she was expecting triplets. She delivered four premature babies at Kilimanjaro Christian […]
4-Year-Old Black Boy Dies After Being Hit By Amazon Delivery Truck
Nationwide — Tadens Joseph, a 4-year-old African American boy from Kansas City, Missouri, was tragically struck and killed by an Amazon delivery van while playing near a park sidewalk. Police […]
Comedian Sinbad Returns To Stand-Up Stage After 2020 Stroke
Nationwide — Comedian Sinbad returns to the stand-up stage more than five years after a 2020 stroke affected his mobility, announcing new shows in Pasadena. He shares recovery updates and […]
4-Year-Old Girl Dies After Her Grandma Forced Her to Drink Whiskey as Punishment
Nationwide — China Record, a 4-year-old African American girl from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, tragically died after her grandmother allegedly forced her to drink whiskey as punishment. Authorities say the child […]
Black Mom-Daughter Duo Celebrate 9 Years in Business, Expand Their Beauty Supply Store into Larger Retail Space
Nationwide — Founded by a Black mother-and-daughter duo, KT Beauty Boom has grown from a deeply personal healing journey into a highly recognized Black-owned plant-based beauty supply store in Houston, […]
Black Entrepreneur Launches Initiative to Close the “Marketing Capital Gap” for Black-Owned Startups and Small Businesses
New program equips entrepreneurs with access to funding, AI-powered systems, automations, and scalable strategies to compete in today’s digital economy Nationwide — As Black entrepreneurship continues to rise at record […]
Black-Led Education Foundation Enters New Era With Leadership Transition and Expanded Board
Nationwide — The Dorothy I. Height Education Foundation (DIHEF) has named Constance Berry Newman as its new president, succeeding Alexis M. Herman, the Foundation’s former president and a beloved confidante […]
Black Woman Shares Evidence, Confirming Her Allegations That Her White Neighbors Are Stalking Her
Nationwide — Sheila Lynch, a 67-year-old retired African American woman from Collierville, Tennessee, is sharing evidence that she says confirms her accusations that a group of vigilante neighbors has been […]
14-Year-Old Black Girl Suffers Brain Injury After School Police Body-Slammed Her, Officer Not Fired
Nationwide — Ke’Nadie Cathey, a 14-year-old African American girl from North Carolina, suffered a brain injury after a school resource officer body-slammed her during a fight outside West Charlotte High School. […]
Black Teen Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash Days After Being Named High School Prom Queen
Nationwide — Jordyn “Lunar” William, an 18-year-old African American teen from St. Louis, Missouri, tragically died in a multi-vehicle crash days after being named prom queen. Two others were also […]
Judge Apologizes to Suspect Who Tried to Assassinate Trump Over Harsh Jail Conditions
Nationwide — Cole Allen, who is from Torrance, California, is facing federal charges over an alleged assassination attempt linked to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. However, a judge has apologized […]
NFL Star Shedeur Sanders Balances Football Career, Earns a College Degree With a 3.9 GPA
Nationwide — NFL star Shedeur Sanders has graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder while continuing his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns. He earned a sociology degree with a […]
Black Founder Launches Advisory Firm to Bring Senior AI Leadership to Real Estate, Education, Healthcare, Nonprofit, and Professional Services Organizations
Nationwide — Cory Holmes, the Founder and CEO of Fractional AI Advisors, has announced its launch as an advisory firm focused on helping organizations across real estate, education, healthcare, marketing, […]
California Black Health Network to Host Behavioral & Mental Health Conference That Will Address Black Mental Health
Nationwide — Rhonda Smith, Executive Director of the California Black Health Network (CBHN), has announced a Virtual Behavioral and Mental Health Conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 8:00 AM […]
From Houston's Third Ward to #1 Amazon Bestseller: Black Author's “Unfireable” Tops Three Categories, Surpasses 1,000 Pre-Orders
Born to a 14-year-old mother and raised in poverty, the award-winning CEO of multiple national enterprises delivers a powerful blueprint for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating mass layoffs, AI displacement, […]
Meet the Black Twins Who Were Born at the Same Time But Have Different Fathers
Nationwide — Michelle and Lavinia Osbourne, 49-year-old twins from the UK, grew up sharing a close bond despite a difficult childhood marked by instability and separation. A DNA test later […]
Park Supervisor Files Lawsuit After Being Fired for Allegedly Sleeping on the Job
Nationwide — Gregory Holder, a 60-year-old African American man from New York City who worked as a Central Park maintenance supervisor, says he was fired for allegedly sleeping on the […]
Pastor Who Wrote Marriage Guide Book Arrested for Allegedly Having Several Wives
Nationwide — Leslie Williams, a 62-year-old African American man from Florida, has been arrested after authorities in Georgia issued a warrant accusing him of bigamy tied to an alleged second […]
Black Woman Stabbed to Death After Telling Her Husband She Wanted to Leave Him
Nationwide — Monica Morris, a 51-year-old African American woman from New Jersey, was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband shortly after she told him she planned to leave the marriage. […]
Black Teen Saves His Family from House Fire, But Suffers Severe Third-Degree Burns
Nationwide — Je’raevion King, a 15-year-old African American teen from Topeka, Kansas, is being praised for saving his family from a kitchen fire after oil ignited while they slept. However, […]
Five Black Teens Earn Associate Degrees Before High School Graduation
Nationwide — Five Black high school seniors from West Philadelphia, Jeremiah Roach, Dylan Adkins, Aidan Marion, Khalif Barakat-Cooper, and Marquise Floyd-Reid, completed associate degrees before finishing high school through a […]
70-Year-Old Black Woman Returns to School, Finally Earns High School Diploma
Nationwide — Blannie Ward, a 70-year-old African American woman from Ahoskie, North Carolina, finally earned her high school diploma after years of interruptions and persistence. She completed the milestone through […]
Black Mom Speaks Out After Being Forced to Attend Court Hearing While in Labor Over C-Section Dispute
Nationwide — Cherise Doyley, an African American woman from Florida, was forced to connect to a virtual courtroom and speak with a judge from her hospital bed while in active […]
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 […]