Nationwide — Meet Becky DeWitt, a veteran author from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, who has written over 30 books about trials and tribulations from the ordinary everyday perspective. Now at […]
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7-Year-Old Black Boy Writes His First Book About a Superhero Who Loves Making the World a Safer Place
Captain Clean-Up saves the world. He really cares about the land. Whether it’s fighting crime or picking up trash. He helps however he can. Nationwide — Meet Eden Scott McLauchlin, […]
Young Black Traders Who Made $5M in One Year to Give Away $1M to Struggling Families
Nationwide — Meet 29-year-old Jehu Graham and 32-year-old Francis Kway, two young African American investors who are also the founders of Cheat Code Algo, powerful software that uses a series […]
This Black Entrepreneur Has Helped 100 Families Secure More Than $75K in Unclaimed Money
Nationwide — Felicia Jeffries, a veteran entrepreneur and the author of more than six books, says that in 2022, she was able to help 100 Black families secure more than […]
Houston Woman, Mother of 6, Celebrates 54 Years as a Public School Teacher
Nationwide — Sharon Lemond, a 77-year-old woman from Houston, Texas, is being recognized for her over five decades of service as a teacher in the Houston Independent School District.
Meet the Black Teen Who Builds Planes and Drones From Local Materials
Nationwide — Vidiol Tsague, an 18-year-old Black teen from Cameroon, has been gaining attention for his videos that show him flying planes and drones that he builds using only local […]
Black World War II Survivor From St. Louis Makes History, Turns 108 Years Old
Nationwide — Meet Willie “Bill” Dawson, a World War II veteran from St. Louis, Missouri, who is now 108 years old. He says that his secret to a long life […]
Black Student at Georgia Tech Makes History, Wins $69K on 'Wheel of Fortune'
Nationwide — Quincy Howard, a sophomore at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia, made history when he won almost $70,000 on Wheel of Fortune after quickly guessing the correct answer in […]
Award Winning Couple and Best-Selling Authors Slated to Write, Produce and Direct Black Muslim Farmer Documentary
Nationwide — As the Black Farmer crisis looms and many farmers facing bankruptcy due to the government reneging on debt relief specifically for Black farmers passed as part of the […]
BOSS Network Launches Summit Honoring LL Cool J's Wife, Simone I. Smith
Nationwide — On Saturday, December 3, 2022, The BOSS Network presents “The Launch Summit” sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. This annual event series aims to educate, empower, and promote minority women […]
Shooter Sentenced to 45 Years for 9-Year-Old Black Girl Killed by Stray Bullet
Nationwide — Brandoniya Bennett, a 9-year-old African American girl from Dallas, Texas, was shot and killed inside her home in 2019. The shooter, Davonte Benton, has been convicted of murder […]
Milwaukee Father of 3 Makes Half Court Shot at NBA Game, Wins $10K
Nationwide — Germelle Scott Sr., a father of 3 from Milwaukee, Wisconsin has brought home $10,000 for his family after making a half-court shot during a Milwaukee Bucks game.
15-Year-Old Black Teen's Apparel Line Pays Tribute to Wakanda, Kyrie Irving, and More
Nationwide — Meet DJ Lee, the 15-year-old founder and CEO of Socially Conscious Apparel, the fastest-growing Black-owned line of hoodies and t-shirts that pay homage to Black Panther, Kyrie Irving, […]
Kyra Harris Bolden Becomes 1st Black Woman Judge to Serve on Michigan Supreme Court
Nationwide — Kyra Harris Bolden has been appointed to the Michigan Supreme Court, making history as the first Black woman to serve on the state’s high court.
Founder of Black-Owned Natural Beauty Brand Makes History, Opens First New Distribution Center in Delaware
Nationwide — Jocelyne Firmin, founder and CEO of Kiyamel, a Black-owned company that creates natural bath and body products for babies and adults, has opened its first new distribution center […]
Designer of Luxury Africa-Shaped Bag Releases United States of Africa Passport Holder to Spark Conversation
Nationwide — Known for designing the luxury Africa-shaped bag as a symbol to connect all African descendants, Afro-luxe label Orijin Culture has just released the new United States of Africa […]
Black Student Without Legs Makes His Middle School's Basketball Team
Nationwide — Josiah Johnson, an 8th grader at Moore Middle School in Louisville, Kentucky who was born without legs, has become a part of the school’s basketball team.
Sinbad's Family Says He is Recovering From Stroke, Learning to Walk, But Needs Help
Nationwide — It has been two years now since comedian and actor Sinbad suffered from a stroke, but his family says that he is in fact recovering and is even […]
Black Dad, Former High School Dropout, Partners With 18-Year-Old Son to Launch Financial Literacy Academy
Nationwide — Meet 37-year-old Brandon Williams, a high school dropout turned entrepreneur from Miami Gardens, Florida, who has teamed with his 18-year-old son to launch CEO Financial Literacy Academy, one […]
Founder of Largest Black Business Discovery App Honored By PayPal, Featured in Mastercard Commercial
Nationwide — Mandy Bowman, founder and CEO of Official Black Wall Street, the largest discovery app for Black-owned businesses, has been making waves in the media. Not only has she […]
HBCU Alumna Creates First Digital Financial Card Game for Young Black Youth to Close the Racial Wealth Gap
Nationwide — In the United States, the total racial wealth gap is more than $10 trillion, meaning millions of families of color are disproportionately disadvantaged, lacking resources, mobility, and stability. […]
Author Honors Her Late Mom in Self-Narrated Audiobook, “Her Last Breath,” Which Features Her Mother's Voice Singing
Nationwide — Self-published author, Veda Williams, celebrates her 60th birthday by releasing her first ebook and audiobook dedicated to her mother Ruth C. Baker. Williams captures the attention of listeners […]
Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Whose Afrocentric Gift-Wrapping Paper Brand is Truly Making an Impression
Nationwide — Lorna D. Cheatham is the founder and CEO of Clera’s Creative Gifts, a Black-owned gift-wrapping paper and gift bag brand that is known for its unique Afrocentric-themed designs. […]
Trucking Entrepreneurs Magazine Launches 2nd Issue, Provides Insight for Moguls in the Transportation and Logistics Industries
Nationwide — Early this year, Trucking Entrepreneurs Magazine was officially launched as a resource for trucking entrepreneurs with information on players in the industry, how to start and grow a […]
Meet the Founder of the Fastest-Growing Black Woman-Owned Line of Luxury Leather Designer Handbags
Nationwide — Elena Holtzclaw, a talented entrepreneur and designer from Albany, New York, knows her leathers. She is the owner of Theugi – New York, a Black-owned line of premium-quality […]
Black Woman, Former NYPD Detective, Says Lawyers Misappropriated Millions of Dollars From 9/11 Victims
Nationwide — In the wake of the September 11 terrorist attack, Congress created a $20 billion Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) to provide compensation for any individual killed or who suffered […]
Founder of the Largest Black-Owned Oral Care Company in the World Celebrates 10 Years in Business
Nationwide — Philip Garner, the founder and CEO of Garner’s Garden, a trendsetting all-natural oral care and skincare company is celebrating 10 years in business this year. The black-owned business, […]
Entrepreneur Launches Affordable Jewelry Collection That Honors Black Women
Nationwide — Wanda Jackson, having dutifully contributed 19 years of service to the Social Security Administration, has launched her Maré Sheree Jewelry Collection with the intention of creating an impact. She […]
Atlanta Metro Bus Driver Makes History, Celebrates 50 Years on the Job
Nationwide — Coy Dumas, Jr., a 71-year-old MARTA bus driver in Atlanta, Georgia who is well-loved in the community, is being honored for having served his community for 50 years.
A Congressman’s Life-Long Fight to Bring Racial Justice to the US Military Awards of the Medal of Honor
By Faton Tony Bislimi, PhD Nationwide — November 11 is Veterans Day in the United States. There is no higher award or honor that military heroes can receive than the […]
Meet the Career Coach Helping Black Women Transition to Well-Paying Tech Jobs
Nationwide — Shimeka Williams, career coach and founder of Liberated Living LLC, has announced the official launch of her highly anticipated new book, The Confident Switch: How to Change Careers […]
Meet the Founder of Amour, the Newest Black-Owned Dating App For Singles
Nationwide — Meet Jonathan Joseph, Jr, the founder and CEO of Amour, a Black-owned innovative relationship-building app that highlights new matching and messaging features that increase your chances of finding […]
Road Rage Fight Goes Viral as Man Caught Putting a Black Woman in a Chokehold
Nationwide — A video shows a road rage incident in Las Vegas, Nevada, that escalated into a violent fight after a crash near the Strip. The clip shows a white […]
LaToya Jackson Finally Reveals Why Her Sister, Janet Jackson, is Not in the 'Michael' Biopic
Nationwide — LaToya Jackson shared why Janet Jackson does not appear in the Michael biopic, saying her sister simply chose not to take part. The film still features several Jackson […]
Florida Black Congresswoman Resigns to Avoid Facing Fraud and Ethics Allegations
Nationwide — Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has resigned from Congress ahead of a House Ethics Committee hearing after ethics violations and a federal indictment tied to FEMA funds. The resignation […]
D4vd Was Promoting His Music on TikTok Around the Time of Celeste Rivas' Murder
Nationwide — D4vd promoted his debut album Withered on social media around the same time that prosecutors allege Celeste Rivas was last seen at his Hollywood Hills rental. He has multiple […]
Black Attorney/ Professor Releases New Book to Honor Protesters Who Died for Justice
Nationwide — Author, professor, and legal historian Gloria J. Browne-Marshall announced the creation of Martyrs Day, a national day of remembrance, honoring protesters who died in the struggle for justice […]
Black-Led Media Platform and International Film Festival Launch Nationwide Competition to Discover Emerging Culture Voices
Nationwide — JaroGO, a next-generation streaming and media platform, has announced the launch of the “Host The Culture. Own the Moment.” Nationwide Host Competition in partnership with the Peachtree Village […]
Landmark Federal Ruling by Black Attorney Continues to Protect Millions from Torture
Nationwide — Attorney Zulu Ali, founder and principal of the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, continues to make a national impact through a landmark federal appellate victory […]
Two White Brothers Face Charges After Alleged Racist Attack on Black Fishermen
Nationwide — Two brothers, Jesse and Jordan Kollman, who are from Edgar County, Illinois, face attempted murder and hate crime charges after an alleged attack on three Black men while […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Says He Doesn't Date Women Over 40 Because They're "Unromantic"
Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy once again faced online debate after saying he prefers not to date women over 40, pointing to compatibility and lifestyle differences. His comments spread quickly […]
Rapper Akon Defends His Views About Polygamy Again, Says Men and Women Are Not Equal
Nationwide — Akon sparked debate again after defending polygamy and saying men and women are not equal, linking his views to nature and how he believes relationships are structured. His remarks […]
NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton's Response About His White Fiance, "I Grew Up Around All White People"
Nationwide — NBA star Tyrese Haliburton has addressed viral speculation about his dating life after online clips sparked debate about the people he is seen with in public. He explained […]
Ghanaians Leave as Historic Diaspora Returns Home; International Survey Explores Identity, Transition, and Life in Ghana
Endorsed by Ghana’s Office of the President, the initiative captures public feedback and delivers data-driven insights to strengthen systems for Ghanaians and the Historic Diaspora Nationwide — As more Ghanaians […]
Founder of Black-Owned Dermatology Center Expands Services, Launches Hair Loss Center
Nationwide — Dina D. Strachan, MD, a Harvard-educated, board-certified dermatologist, is the Founder and CEO of Aglow Dermatology, a leading Black-owned dermatology practice in Manhattan, NYC. Recently, she announced the […]
From a 1.5 GPA to a Ph.D., Meet the Black Educator of Nearly 50 Years Inspiring Young Black Males
Nationwide — Dr. Jeffery M. Johnson was once a struggling student himself with a 1.5 GPA, but now he’s a respected scholar with almost 50 years of experience as an […]
Upscale Jazz Venue in Boston Set to Open at the Historic Bolling Building This Spring
Boston’s Nubian Square gains a landmark arts destination as celebrated musicians and community leaders prepare to open across a three-day event series. Nationwide — Jazz Urbane Cafe™, a new jazz […]
Former Pastor Says "God Doesn't Need Your Money," Exposes Prosperity Gospel Culture
Nationwide — Reuben Armstrong, a former minister turned best-selling author and activist, is stepping into one of the most controversial religious debates in America with his bold new book, God […]
Rapper Tory Lanez Sues Prison for $100M for Failing to Protect Him from Being Stabbed 16 Times
Nationwide — Tory Lanez has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the California prison system after a violent stabbing inside Tehachapi prison. He claims officials failed to protect him and housed […]
Woman Who Accused Justin Fairfax of Raping Her, "There Were Decades of Signs"
Nationwide — The attorney for Meredith Watson, the woman who had accused Justin Fairfax of rape, said there were decades of warning signs before hr killed his wife and himself. […]
90-Year-Old Black Custodian Says He Has No Plans to Retire After 50 Years of Service
Nationwide — Clemmie Adams, a 90-year-old African American man from Jackson, Georgia, continues working as a city custodian after more than 50 years of service. He still reports to his […]
Black Dad of 4 Who Agreed to Adopt His Wife’s Kids Killed in Random Shootings
Nationwide — Tony Matthews, a 48-year-old African American father from DeKalb County, Georgia, died six days after being shot outside a Kroger in Brookhaven along Peachtree Road. Police say he […]
Black Mom Speaks Out After Her 23-Year-Old Son Was Killed in County Jail
Nationwide — Tabitha Tatum, an African American mother of 23-year-old Jaylien Kimble, who died while in custody at Dyer County Jail, is calling for answers after officials opened a homicide […]
Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly, Tyrese, and More to Headline 2026 Cincinnati Music Festival
Nationwide — Berrywise Enterprise, a leading ticket and hotel reseller, is excited to offer ticket and hotel packages for the 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival. This highly anticipated event will take […]
First Black Woman to Register a Drone Academy in Texas is Now Featured on Daymond John's Next Level CEO
Nationwide — Steffanie Rivers is making history. As the founder and CEO of TCB Drones, she became the first Black woman in Texas to register a drone academy. That barrier-breaking […]
Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism
Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]
Dr. Erica Schwartz Makes History as the First Black Woman to Lead the CDC
Nationwide — Dr. Erica Schwartz is President Trump’s pick to lead the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention. The nomination comes as vaccine policy debates intensify following recent […]
White Woman Files Discrimination Case After Being Denied Entry to Black Infant Health Program
Nationwide — Erica Jimenez, a white Hispanic woman from Pasadena, California, has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit after being denied entry into the state’s Black Infant Health program. She argues […]
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and Wife Die in Apparent Murder-Suicide at Their Home
Nationwide — Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax had reportedly maxed out a $30K credit card and was not paying child support when he fatally shot his wife, Dr. Cerina […]
D4vd’s Lawyers Deny Murder Allegations, Claim a Grand Jury Indictment Was Never Issued
Nationwide — A singer who goes by the name of D4vd was arrested Thursday in Los Angeles by LAPD on suspicion of murdering Celeste Rivas Hernandez. D4vd’s lawyers now say […]
19-Year-Old Black Nursing Student Found Dead After Shooting, Neighbors Heard a Scream
Nationwide — Kiriyanah Harris, a 19-year-old African American nursing student from Huntsville, Alabama, was found dead inside her home on Tuesday evening after a shooting. Neighbors say they heard a disturbing […]
Respected Black Judge in Georgia Sadly Dies After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — Deborah R. Fluker, an African American judge in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit Superior Court in Georgia, has died after a battle with cancer. The Gwinnett legal community is […]
Dave Chappelle Addresses Double Standards Against Black Performers, Responds to Saudi Show Backlash About “Dirty Money” Claims
Nationwide — Comedian Dave Chappelle responds to renewed criticism over his Saudi Arabia show appearance, where critics questioned his pay and principles. He argues that accusations of “dirty money” reflect […]
Black Dad Files Lawsuit After Teacher Caught Grabbing His 5-Year-Old Son By His Collar
Nationwide — An African American father from Ball, Louisiana, who identifies as Courtland, is suing the local school district over surveillance video footage that shows a teacher allegedly grabbing and […]