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Young Black Scholar Launches a Brand Focused on Inspiring Millennials to Live a Life on Purpose

Solomon Tention

Nationwide — Scholar, professor, and CEO of SIM EDU Consulting, Dr. Solomon Tention created a unique brand because of a passion to use his life’s story and the stories of […]

Entrepreneur Releases Version 2.0 of Black Foodie Finder App with Better Features

Brax Rich, founder of Black Foodie app

Nationwide — Black Foodie Finder, the leading platform for finding and supporting Black-owned food businesses, has announced the relaunch of its app. The updated app includes a number of new […]

John Girton Named Exec VP and Chief of Staff of Martin University

John Girton

Nationwide — Martin University is pleased to announce that John Girton, Jr. has been named Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff. Previously, he was the University’s Vice President of […]

Meet the Black Woman Behind Six Nursing Schools Across the Chicago Area

Ebony Shene

Nationwide — Nurse Ebony Shene’ is the founder and CEO of Scott School of Careers, a Black-owned allied healthcare school that teaches students the basics of nursing through its Certified […]

Black Siblings Make History as Principals at Different Schools in the Same District

Black sibling principals

Nationwide — Two siblings, Tracy and Greg Pickett from Columbia, South Carolina, are making history in Richland School District One as they take on principal roles, becoming the first pair […]

Black Author Says Her New Novel is “Dreamgirls” Meets “Waiting to Exhale” with a Nostalgic 90s Twist

Phyllis R. Dixon, author of Intermission

Nationwide — Kensington Publishing announces the release of its new novel Intermission by Phyllis R. Dixon. As glittering as their name, The Diamonds were on the brink of 1990s pop […]

Black Woman From Maryland, Born in 1914, Turns 109 Years Old

Sally Washington

Nationwide — Sally Washington, who is from Laurel, Maryland, is now 109 years old. She was born on July 31, 1914 in Danville, Virginia. In the 1930s, she moved to […]

Black Female Entrepreneur and Investor Giving Away Free Land in Ghana and Helping Diasporans Repatriate

Dawn Dickson

Nationwide — Dawn Dickson, a visionary African American female entrepreneur and investor, has made a bold move to Ghana, spearheading a remarkable initiative to help diasporans purchase land and build […]

Black Professor Publishes a Book Refuting the U.S. Supreme Court on Affirmative Action

Rudolph Alexander Jr.

Nationwide — In his recently published book, The Myth of Affirmative Action, published by Ethics International Press, Dr. Rudolph Alexander, Jr says White society has long scapegoated Blacks for social […]

White Mom Suing Airline After Being Accused of Trafficking Her Black Daughter

Mary Maccarthy and her daughter

Nationwide — Mary MacCarthy, a white woman from Los Angeles, California, has filed a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines over what she claims was a case of “blatant racism” after an […]

Children’s Book Available in Five African Languages Wins Prestigious International Award

African children holding Letters From a Plow Nation book

Nationwide — Letter From a Plow Nation, a popular children’s book written by Dr. Worku L. Mulat and illustrated by Daniel Getahun, was honored by Gourmand Awards 2023. It was […]

Burger King Worker Who Never Missed a Day in 27 Years Gifted $400K For Retirement

Kevin Ford

Nationwide — Kevin Ford, a Burger King employee in Las Vegas, Nevada, was surprised with $400,000 from his co-workers and other supporters after working diligently for the fast food chain […]

81-Year-Old Black Scholar Releases New Book, "Go Tell It on The Mountain: True Black History Has Come"

Go Tell It on the Mountain by James C. Rollins

Nationwide — Author James C. Rollins has released his latest installment in his series of books about African American’s place in America. In Go Tell It on the Mountain: True […]

Young Black Entrepreneur Launches Exclusive Wearpacks in Collaboration With Divine Nine Fraternities and Sororities

Chad Justin

Nationwide — 24-year old Chad Justin, founder and CEO of CHVD JUSTIN, has announced the release of a new line of his flagship wearpacks in collaboration with the Divine Nine […]

After Two Failed Businesses, HBCU Grad Turned Fashion Designer Sells Out Her Newest Design in an Hour

Shirah Ray

Nationwide — Shirah Ray, a veteran fashion stylist with over 20 years of experience and the owner of David Lee’s Boutique (named after her late father), has achieved an extraordinary […]

Amber Corbett Makes History, First Black Woman to Represent the US in Miss Intercontinental Pageant

Amber Corbett

Nationwide — Amber Corbett, a native New Yorker from the Bronx, was recently crowned Miss Intercontinental USA, making history as the first Black woman to represent the United States in the […]

Awarded Football Player Turned Coach Pens Motivational Book for Student Athletes

Equipped For LIfe by Ronnie Mason

Nationwide — With a tremendous amount of experience and a die-hard passion for the game, Coach Ronnie Mason is making an impact beyond the football field. In his debut book, […]

Prominent Black Lawyer Releases Book About the Economic Exploitation of African Americans by the Justice System

Negroes For Sale by Zulu Ali

Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali has released a book of his lecture entitled Negroes for Sale: The Business of American Criminal Justice. The lecture, now available in print, analyzes the […]

Former WNBA Player, Now Homeless, Seeks Justice After SWAT Raided Her Home Back in 2020

Cindy Brown

Based on new evidence, Cindy Brown, an Olympic Gold Medalist and retired WNBA player, asks the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Orange County District […]

14-Year-Old Black Girl From Ohio Makes History, Earns 3rd College Degree

Anita Bennett

Nationwide — Anita Bennett, a 14-year-old girl from Northeast Ohio, has caught national attention after making history by earning her third associate degree before even finishing high school.

Black Woman Entrepreneur Launches Organic Tea Products Inspired By Her Great-Grandmother

Michelle Watson

Nationwide — Meet Michelle Watson, the founder and CEO of IngenuiTea, a Black-owned line of organic tea products. When her phone kept ringing, she was sure there was a problem. […]

Documentary Reveals Story About Black Automotive Executive Making History Exporting Electric Vehicles to Cuba

John Felder

Nationwide — In April 2023, filmmakers Peter and Pamela McNeil began producing a documentary called Driving Towards Change that tells the story of John Felder, the African American CEO of […]

HBCU Grad Turned Psychologist Releases New Book to Improve Emotional Intelligence in Black Boys

Dr. Delarious Stewart

Nationwide — Dr. Delarious O. Stewart, a Black scholar and practitioner in child psychology and counseling, has just released Cool, Calm, Collected: Jamal’s Journey to Managing His Anger, a captivating […]

DC Man Who Lived in a Tent Under a Bridge Graduates Valedictorian, Now Off to College

Michael Jeffery

Nationwide — Michael Jeffery, a Washington, D.C. resident who lost two jobs and his home during the pandemic, has overcome life’s challenges and has graduated as the valedictorian of his […]

Meet the Young Black Female Writer, Creator Behind Netflix's First Ever Original African Animation Series

Melanga Mulendema, creator of Supa Team 4

Nationwide — Netflix has finally premiered its first original African animation series titled “Supa Team 4.” The show, created by Zambian writer Malenga Mulendema, is part of the streaming giant’s […]

Filmmaker Makes History as First Black Woman to Produce a Cinematic Hip-Hop Musical, Debuts Film at Red Carpet Gala

Deborah Jane

Nationwide — Deborah Jane, the screenwriter and Executive Producer of Strange Fruit: The Hip-Hopera, is the first Black woman filmmaker to ever produce a cinematic Hip-Hop-musical. Her groundbreaking film recently […]

Author Reveals the Story of a Black Man Who Became a Slave at 10 Years Old, But Cleverly Found His Way to Freedom

Patti Flinn, author of The Greatest Thing

Nationwide — Patti Flinn, an African American author from Central Ohio, has released a fictional biography entitled The Greatest Thing, which tells the story of Louis-Benoit Zamor, who was purchased […]

Struggles and Triumphs of a Black Soldier During World War II Revealed in New Book, "Foreign Son"

Foreign Son by Lewis Kelley

Nationwide — Author Lewis Kelley has announced the re-release of Foreign Son, a riveting, historical page-turner with a message of grit and resilience for today. The story follows the son […]

Black Woman From Florida Turns 103 Years Old, Says She Rarely Eats Out

Thedora Walters

Nationwide — Theodora Walters, a resident of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, recently turned 103 years old. She celebrated with her family, friends, and loved ones.

Black Women For Wellness Presents 24th Annual Reproductive Justice Conference in Los Angeles

Attendees at Black Women For Wellness

Nationwide — Black Women for Wellness presents The 24th Annual Reproductive Justice Conference on August 10, 2023. It will take place at The California Endowment in Los Angeles from 8am […]

14th Annual Original Collard Greens Festival to Celebrate Culture, History & Traditional African-American Food

Original Collard Greens Festival

The event is free to attend, and will be held just 30 minutes outside of Atlanta. Natiownide — The organizers of the 14th annual Original Collard Greens Cultural Festival have […]

Black Woman, Formally a Teen Mom at 14 Launches Non-Profit to Help At-Risk Girls

Tyra Moore

Nationwide — After becoming pregnant at the young age of 14, Tyra Moore has started a 501(c)3 non-profit organization called A Girl Like Me Inc. to help others in similar […]

Black Woman Sent to Prison For 25 Years for Killing Abusive Husband Now Fights for Domestic Violence Awareness

Latoya Dickens

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

Family photo viral after boy was left out of the matching pajamas

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

Latavion Lewis

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

Ashley Hogan

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

Geoffrey Owens

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

Steven Weatherford Jr.

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

Tyeisha Colley

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

Richard Parsons

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

Wendy Williams on her scooter

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

Sekya Smith

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

Jahnay Bryan

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

Semira

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

Angel Rich, founder of CreditRich

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

Michael Babalola

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

Denzel Washington's baptism

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

Eddie Levert and his daughter Ryan

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

Attorney Tony Buzbee and Jay-Z

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

Peter Thomas

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

Lorenzo Lewis and Bill Clinton

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

Jocelyne Firmin

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

Beyond the Gates

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

Cassandra Hill

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

Angelique Angarni-Filopon

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

Project Still I Rise partnership with Charles Schwab

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

Principal Baruti K. Kafele

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

Michelle Sadio

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

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King

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

Chance The Rapper and his wife, Kirsten Coley

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

Michael MJ Walker

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

Giselle Smith and Semaj Morris

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”

ODB 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

Mujiba Salaam Parker

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 […]