Nationwide — Danielle Nicole, the Founder and CEO of Danielle Nicole Consulting, is a real estate professional headed into her 16th consecutive year as a full-time entrepreneur. On Wednesday, May […]
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Tech Executive Traci S. Campbell Grows Streaming Network BeSpire TV with Original Programs
Free Ad-Supported Television Service Available on ROKU and Amazon TV Partners with Content Producers Nationwide — Traci S. Campbell, founder and CEO of BeSpire TV, a Free Ad-Supported Television network, […]
Black Founder's Academy Helps Unexperienced Entrepreneurs to Launch Successful Staffing Agencies
Nationwide — Meet Quera Lee, the Founder and CEO of Opulent Life Academy, a Black-owned entrepreneurial education platform that has a new program aimed at guiding individuals with no prior […]
Black Doctor Launches His Own Brand of Vitamin D3 Supplements to Address Deficiency in the Black Community
Nationwide — Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner, an African American physician who earned his doctorate in medicine from Harvard University, is also the founder and CEO of Shield Vitamins, a Black-owned […]
Black Police Officer From Louisiana Delivers Baby on the Side of the Road
Nationwide — Officer Jason Lee, a police officer from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is being hailed as a local hero after delivering a baby on the side of the road during […]
Black Student Accuses Liberty University of Purposely Allowing Her to Flunk Out of School
Nationwide — Civil Rights Activist Essie Berry is asking for a state and federal investigation against Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, for allegedly allowing Alexis Reason, an African American student, […]
Author Aims to Empower 10,000 Black Women to Embrace and Embody Self Love
Nationwide — With a vision to inspire 10,000 women to embody self-love, Avalaura Gaither, MSW, is proud to unveil the Girl Live Your … Life Guided Self Love Journal. In […]
Black Family-Owned Production Studio Launches Historic Partnership With Ebony Magazine to Produce Video Segments
Nationwide — Chris and McKenzy Bowers, the founders of Tivid TV Studios, a Black-owned all-inclusive production enterprise, have embarked on a pivotal partnership with EBONY Magazine, a leading voice in […]
Black-Owned Product Line For Men With ED Celebrates Another Year of Success
Nationwide — JR Scroggins, the founder of Live Natural, a popular Black-owned line of products including an all-natural herbal formula to defeat Erectile Dysfunction (ED), is celebrating another year’s success. […]
Black Family Makes History, Creates Innovative Coloring Book About Financial Literacy
Nationwide — Financial expert Chris “Fish” Fisher, along with his wife and three children, have proudly unveiled their latest endeavor to empower the next generation with financial literacy Coloring the […]
17-Year-Old Black Teen Earns Masters Degree, Her Third Degree in 2 Years
Nationwide — At only 17 years old, LeAnna Roberts, who is from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has earned her Master’s degree from the University of Alabama. She received her first college degree […]
Black Woman From NYC, Previously Incarcerated, Passes Bar Exam on First Try
Nationwide — Afrika Owes, an African American woman from New York City who was previously incarcerated, has turned her life around and even recently passed the New York Bar Exam […]
Black Motivational Speaker Uses Martial Arts Principles to Redefine Success in Business and Life
Nationwide — Willie “The Bam” Johnson, a respected African American figure in the martial arts, business, and motivational realms, proudly introduces his high energy and groundbreaking Warrior Mindset motivational speaking […]
Two Brothers Launch New App Allowing Users to Experience Historic Black Chicago From 1920 to 1940
Nationwide — Meet Donald and Philip Jones, the developers of Time Machine Bronzeville, a desktop application that gives users an immersive journey through the rich history of this South Side […]
Meet the Career Coach Helping Black and Brown People Navigate to Employment and Entrepreneurship
Nationwide — Katherine Castro is the owner of Castro Career n’ Cafécito, the fastest-growing career coaching service for Blacks and Latinos. Over the past 11 years, this highly energetic mom […]
Black Teen From Atlanta Accepted to 17 Colleges and Awarded Over $1M in Scholarships
Nationwide — Yves-Ann Comeau, an 18-year-old Haitian American student from Atlanta, Georgia, has achieved what many would consider a dream come true. Accepted into 17 colleges and awarded over $1 […]
Black Author Unveils "The Illmatic Investor" to Commemorate Nas' 30th Anniversary of Illmatic
Nationwide — Renowned financial educator and author Ash Cash is proud to announce the release of his latest book, The Illmatic Investor: From Hip-Hop to High Returns – The Art […]
Single Mom Shines Light on the Incredible Power of Singler Mothers Raising Black (Gentle) Men
Nationwide — With data showing that 70% of African American children are raised by single mothers, and a significant portion of them being male, author and single mom advocate Sanya […]
Black Social Worker and Originator of "Microlocs" Turns Her Passion into Business Funding and Opportunities for Empowerment
Nationwide — Jessyca Marshall, a dedicated mompreneur, licensed social worker, and the innovative mind behind Naturally Beautiful Hair Care and Microloc Mastery, is making waves in the hair and beauty […]
Mom of 3, Author Releases 2nd Book Series That Celebrates Black Love and Sisterhood
Nationwide — Author Lauren Lacey releases her vacation romance series Black Summer Island, a heartfelt celebration of Black love and sisterhood amongst black women. With a backdrop as fascinating as […]
Fathers Matter! The 26th Annual International Fatherhood Conference, June 4-6, Washington, DC
Nationwide — The National Partnership for Community Leadership and conference sponsors Maximus Corporation, the National Institute for Children’s Healthy Quality, and Powerhouse Ministries are pleased to announce the convening of […]
Black Social Worker: "I Was Wrongfully Arrested by White Airport Police Officers"
By Makeda Charles Nationwide — I was traveling while black and chasing the next cheap ticket when I landed in Breonna Taylor’s Kentucky. Prior to my travels, I had posted […]
Siblings Make History With First Black Woman-Owned Manufacturer of Art Supplies in the US
Nationwide — LM Flowers and her sister, Skie Harris have made history as the founders of Sis Art, the first woman-owned and artist-owned manufacturer of art supplies in the United […]
Owner of Only Black-Owned Motorcycle Drag Racing Series Makes History Again With Trophy Design
Nationwide — Broderick “Hollywood” Jackson, the Founder and CEO of Hollywood Drag Racing Productions, a prominent entity in the motorsport industry, has made history by creating the first-ever motorsports trophy […]
Award-Winning Black Author Exposes Corporate Corruption in America in New Fictional Novel
Nationwide — Author Greg Stallworth’s new book Guilty Is Not Enough, Life of a Whistleblower is a very suspenseful and dramatic story related to corporate corruption in America. He says […]
Black Author Releases New Book, "The Mortgage Manual: Guide to Homebuying to Fix America's Housing Crisis"
Nationwide — Author Otis Gatlin has partnered with Publishing Advantage Group to launch a groundbreaking book titled The Mortgage Manual: Guide to Homebuying to Fix America’s Housing Crisi. This insightful […]
3 Black Siblings Make History as Possibly the Youngest CEOs Ever in the State of Maryland
Meet the Smith sisters — 5-year-old Tatiyana, 8-year-old Danyelle, and 10-year-old Jyniah — three African American siblings who are the youngest rising stars in Maryland, bringing a new energy of […]
"The Morning Roast" With Cast of Professional Black Men Launches Season 2 in Major TV Markets
Nationwide — Live from the Cave: The Morning Roast is back for its highly anticipated second season, premiering on WGN TV Chicago on April 6th. Created by the dynamic production […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Streaming Service Launches Platform to Fund Stories Told by Black Creators
Nationwide — kweliTV, the premier streaming service celebrating Black culture from around the globe, announces the launch of kweliFUND, a groundbreaking crowdfunding platform designed exclusively for its nearly 500 creators. […]
Newly Released Book “Would Jesus Date A Woman Like Me?” Offers Black Women a New Perspective
Brian Bolden’s new book answers numerous questions with which Black women continue to struggle regarding their relationships with Black men. Nationwide — According to author Brian Bolden, there are two […]
Black Couple Expands Their Beauty and Wellness Brand into a 5,000 Sq Ft Space in Downtown Hollywood, Florida
Nationwide — Stacey and Martin Clarke, the founders of Asili Beauty and Wellness, a trailblazer in the Beauty and Wellness space since its inaugural launch in 2020, are thrilled to […]
Black Founder Launches AI-Powered Financial Literacy Platform to Empower Families, Schools & Nonprofits
Nationwide — Joseph Green, Founder and CEO of MyFiLi.com, a revolutionary ed-tech platform, is proud to announce its official launch today. This innovative platform leverages the power of AI to […]
Black Woman Faces Federal Charges After Threatening Austin Metcalf’s Family During Karmelo Anthony Trial
Nationwide — Sharifa Nicole Henderson, a 34-year-old woman from Kansas City, is facing federal charges after reportedly sending repeated online death threats to the family of Austin Metcalf during the […]
Meet the Black Man Who Was the Only Juror Who Disagreed with 11 Other Jurors in Lindsay Clancy's Murder Case
Nationwide — Michael P. Desronvil, an African American juror from Bridgewater, Massachusetts, was the only juror who disagreed with the other 11 members of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial jury. His […]
18-Year-Old Football Player Stabbed to Death Just Weeks After Starting College
Nationwide — Marvins Antoine, an African American football player at UMass Dartmouth, was stabbed to death at 18 after a fight broke out in a Providence, Rhode Island, parking lot […]
20-Year-Old Mom Charged After Her Newborn Baby Found Dead in Trash Bag Where She Worked
Nationwide — Stephanie Ubaldo, a 20-year-old woman from Perry, Iowa, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police found a newborn girl dead inside a trash container at […]
4-Year-Old Black Girl May Never Walk Again After Being Shot While Sleeping Inside Her Home
Nationwide — Diahmonii Hope, a 4-year-old African American girl from Cincinnati, Ohio, is still recovering in the hospital after she was shot twice in the back while sleeping inside her […]
That's So Raven Actor Bobb'e J. Thompson Sentenced After Loaded Gun Found During Traffic Stop
Nationwide — Actor Bobb’e J. Thompson, who was known for his role as Stanley on That’s So Raven, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to […]
Judge Rejects Self-Defense Claim From White Police Officer Who Killed Black Airman
Nationwide — Eddie Duran, a former sheriff’s deputy from Fort Walton Beach, Florida, who shot and killed U.S. Airman Roger Fortson, a 23-year-old African American, is still headed for trial […]
2 Black HBCU Students Receive Up To $15,000 Through 2026 Astronaut Scholarship
Nationwide — Victoria Little and Avery C. Love, two African American HBCU students from Greensboro, North Carolina, have been named 2026 Astronaut Scholars for their work in STEM. Both of […]
7-Year-Old Black Girl With Special Needs Dies After Being Found Unresponsive on School Bus
Nationwide — Ngone Talla, a 7-year-old African American girl from Cincinnati, Ohio, died after she was found unresponsive in her wheelchair on a school bus Wednesday, prompting a police investigation […]
Daycare Bus Driver Charged in 6-Year-Old Girl’s Death Admits She Skipped Bus Check Because She Was Hot
Nationwide — Tametria Norry, one of three daycare workers charged in the death of 6-year-old Winter Jones, reportedly said she skipped a required bus check because “she was hot.” The […]
Former NBA Star Mike Sweetney Who Played for the New York Knicks Dies at 43
Nationwide — Former Georgetown basketball star Mike Sweetney, who became a first-round NBA draft pick after an impressive college career, has died at 43. His wife, India, announced his death […]
11-Year-Old Black Girl From Georgia Dies After Collapsing Following Basketball Practice
Nationwide — Emanuela Datsa, an African American sixth-grade student from Dunwoody, Georgia, sadly passed away last week after collapsing following a school basketball practice. The 11-year-old Peachtree Middle School student […]
Veteran Broadcaster and Ghanaian Chief Paul Allen Billings Launches Global Documentary Channel
The Unfiltered World with P.A. Explores Black History, Culture, and the African Diaspora Across the Globe Nationwide — Veteran broadcaster, journalist, world traveler, and Ghanaian Developmental Chief Paul Allen Billings […]
Black Life Coach Mapped His Life into 9 Stages of Worth and Now Helps Others to Reconstruct Theirs
Nationwide — Coach Michael calls it TIMELINE9. It is a personal framework that maps his life across nine stages, beginning at age 13 in Inglewood, California, and continuing to today […]
Founder of Black-Led Education Organization Reframes the Connection Between Home and Urban Schools
Nationwide — Urban schools across the country continue to confront an urgent combination of challenges: too many students are not reading at grade level, teachers need more time and opportunity […]
Woman Arrested for Shoplifting Goes Viral for Looking Like Jennifer Lopez
Nationwide — Cyrena Anne Quast, a 35-year-old woman from Monticello, Minnesota, has attracted widespread attention after her shoplifting arrest made headlines for an unexpected reason. Her mugshot has gone viral because […]
2-Year-Old Black Girl Needed Two Surgeries After Fire Extinguisher Falls on Her Foot at Daycare
Nationwide — Jynesis Daniel, a 2-year-old African American girl from McDonough, Georgia, lost one of her toes after a fire extinguisher reportedly fell from a wall and severely injured her […]
White Man Restrained with Duct Tape on Flight After Alleged Racial Slurs Says He Doesn’t Remember Anything
Nationwide — Arthur “Layne” Lundeen, a white man who was restrained on an American Airlines flight after an alleged outburst involving racial slurs and physical altercations, says he does not remember […]
18-Year-Old Black College Student Dies After Being Dropped Off at Hospital Following Fraternity Event
Nationwide — Anthony Joseph Blas, an 18-year-old African American college student from California, died after he was taken to a hospital in an unresponsive condition. The Cal State Fullerton student had […]
50 Cent Praises Rapper Lil Durk’s ‘Billion Dollar Lawyer’ After His Acquittal
Nationwide — Rapper and film mogul 50 Cent is praising Lil Durk’s attorney, Drew Findling, after the Chicago rapper was acquitted of all five charges in his federal murder-for-hire trial. […]
Diddy's Lawyers Withdraw From His $100M Defamation Lawsuit, Citing Unpaid Bills
Nationwide — Sean “Diddy” Combs could soon have a different legal team in his $100 million defamation lawsuit after one of his law firms asked a federal court to let […]
Meet the Black Teacher Who Makes Her 3rd Graders Earn Salaries and Pay Rent at School
Nationwide — Shelby Lattimore, an African American teacher from Charlotte, North Carolina, charges her third-grade students rent to use their desks, fines them for missed homework, and pays them salaries for […]
Beyoncé’s Cécred Haircare Brand Expands into Almost 100 Stores in the UK
Nationwide — Beyoncé is taking her award-winning haircare brand Cécred to the United Kingdom, marking the company’s first physical retail expansion outside the U.S. The brand will launch at 90 […]
Gladys Knight’s Son Says Her Husband is Pushing Her to Keep Touring "Until She Passes Away"
Nationwide — Gladys Knight continues to perform onstage despite saying she plans to cut back on touring, a decision that has intensified a public dispute between her son, Shanga Hankerson, and […]
Black Reporter Receives $100K Settlement From City of Phoenix After Being Handcuffed While Reporting
Nationwide — Dion Rabouin, an African American journalist with The Wall Street Journal who was handcuffed while reporting outside a bank in Phoenix, Arizona, has reached a $100,000 settlement with […]
Chris Brown Says He Doesn't Want the Award Anymore After Texas State Rep. Apologizes for Honoring Him
Nationwide — Texas State Rep. Venton Jones apologized after facing backlash for recognizing Chris Brown with a Texas state proclamation, but Brown rejected the honor and criticized the lawmaker for addressing […]
23-Year-Old Who Made History as Georgia’s Youngest Mayor Removed From Office for Misconduct
Nationwide — Jayden Williams, who became Georgia’s youngest mayor at 22, has been removed from office in Stockbridge just 10 months after taking the position. The Stockbridge City Council voted […]
NAACP DuPage County Announces its 68th Annual Freedom Fund Gala to Honor Leaders and Changemakers
Nationwide — The NAACP DuPage County Branch will host an evening dedicated to celebrating community leadership, scholarship, service, civil rights, and equal opportunity. The annual fundraiser brings together community advocates, […]
Black Dad Launches Sanitary Napkin Brand With His 3 Daughters After His Wife’s Struggles With Heavy Bleeding
Nationwide — Demond Crump, an African American father and entrepreneur, turned a difficult health experience in his own family into a mission to make menstrual health easier to discuss. After […]
NBA Legend Byron Scott Files for Bankruptcy, Temporarily Stopping Sexual Assault Trial
Nationwide — Former Los Angeles Lakers star and coach Byron Scott has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, putting a civil trial over a sexual assault lawsuit on hold. The case […]
Trump Says America Can’t Afford to Pay Black People Reparations While Promising $5K to Republican Supporters
Nationwide — President Trump criticized reparations for descendants of enslaved Americans during a Sept. 9 speech in Dallas, Texas, arguing that the country cannot afford the payments while promoting his […]
Black Police Officer Called a "Liar" for Reporting His Captain Who Used the N-Word Gets $1.1M Settlement
Nationwide — Ahmed Lawson, an African American police officer in Asbury Park, New Jersey, will receive $1.185 million under a settlement in his lawsuit against the city and its police […]