Nationwide — Book Profits Club™, founded by renowned entrepreneur and speaker Taurea Avant, is hosting The Legacy Leaders Workshop, a five-hour event in Dubai that will be a remarkable evening […]
Comedian Tracy Morgan Gets Sick at New York Knicks Game, Taken Away in a Wheelchair
Nationwide — Tracy Morgan experienced a medical emergency while attending the New York Knicks’ game against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 17. The 56-year-old comedian […]
White Teen Arrested for Racist Graffiti at Schools in Missouri, His Mom Turned Him In
Nationwide — Patrick Sloan, an 18-year-old teen from Affton, Missouri, is facing charges for spray-painting racist graffiti, including threats to kill Black people, at two schools. His mother turned him […]
Former USPS Worker Stole $1.6M In Tax Refunds to Fund Lavish Lifestyle
Nationwide — Hachikosela Muchimba, a former USPS employee from Washington, D.C., has been convicted for stealing nearly $1.7 million in tax refund checks over three years, using the money to […]
19-Year-Old Black Twin Brothers Found Dead in Georgia, Family Rejects Murder-Suicide Theory
Nationwide — Twin brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis were found dead with gunshot wounds on Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, Georgia on March 8th, with authorities suggesting a […]
Diddy’s Trial Has Been Delayed, Judge Says More Time is Needed
Nationwide — Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial, originally scheduled for May 2025, has been postponed by a week. The decision came after a hearing about a new forced labor […]
Tyler Perry Demands Answers During Singer Angie Stone's Funeral Service
Nationwide — Filmmaker Tyler Perry delivered an emotional eulogy at Angie Stone’s funeral, calling out the music industry for failing the late singer. The service, held at Word of Faith […]
Will Smith Drops First Album in 19 Years Called "Based on a True Story"
Nationwide — Will Smith is making his music comeback with Based on a True Story, his first album in nearly two decades, set to release on March 28th. The 14-track […]
Ray J Detained by Police After Heated Argument with Princess Love Amid Ongoing Divorce
Nationwide — Ray J was briefly detained by police in Los Angeles after a heated argument with his ex-wife, Princess Love. The incident happened on March 13th when Ray J […]
2025 Pitch Competition Finalists Announced for Athene Black & Brown Business Summit
Nationwide — The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has announced seven finalists for the 2025 pitch competition at the Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit. The pitch […]
Former En Vogue Singer Dawn Robinson Reveals She's Been Living in Her Car for Three Years
Nationwide — Dawn Robinson, former En Vogue member, revealed in a YouTube video that she has been living in her car for the past three years. She shared her struggles […]
Michelle Obama Teams Up with Her Brother Craig Robinson for New Podcast
Nationwide — Former First Lady Michelle Obama has launched a new podcast with her brother, Craig Robinson, to discuss life’s challenges and relationships. Produced by the Obamas’ media company, Higher […]
R&B Singer Ne-Yo Proudly Shares His 'Pyramid' of Four Girlfriends
Nationwide — Ne-Yo, the R&B singer known for hits like Let Me Love You, has officially introduced his four girlfriends — Moneii, Bri, Cristina, and Arielle. On social media, he […]
Denzel Washington's Broadway Return in "Othello" Breaks Ticket Sales Record
Nationwide — Denzel Washington’s return to Broadway in Shakespeare’s Othello has sent ticket prices soaring. His performance in the limited-run production has created overwhelming demand, breaking sales records and reshaping […]
Three HBCU Fraternity Members Charged in Hazing Death of Caleb Wilson
Nationwide — Three men, Isaiah Smith, Kyle Thurman, and Caleb McCray, have been arrested in connection with the alleged hazing death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson. Police say Wilson, […]
Black Inventor Releases First-Ever Patent-Pending Virtual Reality Bookbinding System
Nationwide — Dr. Eli Joseph, a 30-year-old Haitian-American engineer from New York City, has invented the Extended Reality (XR) Bookbinding System, a patent-pending groundbreaking innovation that transforms traditional reading into […]
Black Woman Makes History, Publishes 30 Books Showing Women and Girls How to Recognize Their Worth
Nationwide — In a world where self-doubt, societal pressure, and limiting beliefs often hinder girls and women from realizing their full potential, Dominique Williams stands as a beacon of empowerment […]
Junior Bridgeman, Former NBA Player Turned Billionaire Who Acquired Ebony and Jet, Dies at 71
Nationwide — Junior Bridgeman, a former NBA player and billionaire businessman, has died at 71 years old after a medical emergency. With a net worth exceeding $1 billion, he was […]
23-Year-Old Woman Accused of Killing Her Boyfriend After Going Through His Phone
Nationwide — Tatyana Evans, a 23-year-old African American woman, was arrested and charged with murder after allegedly shooting her boyfriend, Geovanni Montague, 28, in Harris County, Texas. Authorities say the […]
Tia Mowry is Open to a "Sister, Sister" Reboot If Certain Conditions Are Met
Nationwide — Tia Mowry recently opened up about the idea of reviving Sister, Sister, the popular ’90s sitcom she starred in with her twin sister, Tamera Mowry-Housley. While she’s not […]
Wendy Williams Passes Hospital Evaluation, to Appear on "The View" For First Time in 4 Years
Nationwide — Wendy Williams has announced that she successfully passed a medical evaluation after being hospitalized for a wellness check. The 60-year-old former talk show host was removed from her […]
Kamala Harris Considering to Run for California Governor, May Also Run for President in 2028
Nationwide — Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly considering a run for California governor in 2026, aiming to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom. According to CBS News, she plans to […]
Body of Missing Atlanta Educator Gary Jones Finally Found After Month-Long Search
Nationwide — The body of Gary Jones was finally recovered from Lake Oconee on Sunday, March 9th, after nearly a month of searching. Jones, who was an educator from Atlanta, […]
Atlanta Black Chambers Makes History By Hosting Global Sports World Cup Forum, Earns 10-Star Reviews
Nationwide — The Global Sports World Cup Forum, hosted on the final day of Black History Month at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, was an undeniable triumph, earning 10-star […]
LeBron Calls Out Stephen A. Smith for Comments About His Son Bronny
Nationwide — LeBron James was caught on video confronting ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith after the commentator criticized his son, Bronny James, a rookie in the NBA/G-League. Fans believe LeBron was […]
Judge Denies Suge Knight's Attempt to Overturn 28-Year Sentence
Nationwide — Suge Knight, the original Founder of Death Row Records, has failed to overturn his 28-year prison sentence for a 2015 hit-and-run manslaughter case. A Los Angeles judge denied […]
Jurnee Smollett’s Ex-Husband Demands Half of Her Retirement Savings Years After Divorce
Nationwide — Actress Jurnee Smollett’s ex-husband, Josiah Bell, is seeking 50% of the actress’s retirement savings, including her Screen Actors Guild (SAG) pension, nearly four years after their divorce. Bell […]
Tony! Toni! Toné! Group Member D'Wayne Wiggins Dead at 64 After Cancer Battle
Nationwide — D’Wayne Wiggins, a founding member and guitarist of the iconic R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, has passed away at the age of 64. His family confirmed the news […]
School Bus Driver Speaks Out After Rescuing 15 Students From Burning Bus in Ohio
Nationwide — Dorian Pace, an African American school bus driver from Ohio, is being hailed as a hero after he saved 15 students from a burning bus in a dramatic […]
DC Mayor to Remove Black Lives Matter Plaza, Gives into Pressure From Trump Administration
Nationwide — D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced plans to remove the Black Lives Matter Plaza mural, a symbol created in 2020 during nationwide protests following George Floyd’s death. The […]
Black-Owned Brand, Balacia, Shines as the Official Jeweler of the NAACP Image Awards 2025 Gift Lounge
Nationwide — Balacia, a distinguished family-owned and Black-owned luxury jewelry brand, proudly served as the official jeweler for the 56th NAACP Image Awards Gift Lounge. The prestigious event took place […]
Black Congressman, Al Green, Censored for Heckling Trump During Speech to Congress
Nationwide — The U.S. House voted 224-198 to censure Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, for interrupting President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier in the week. Green stood in defiance as […]
Rapper Lil Yachty Calls Black Lives Matter a Scam, Alleges Financial Misconduct
Nationwide — Rapper Lil Yachty recently criticized the Black Lives Matter (BLM) organization, calling it a scam and accusing it of misusing funds. His comments reignited debates about the organization’s […]
26-Year-Old YouTuber "P2istheName" Dies After Collapsing, He Had 4M Subscribers
Nationwide — Philip Enewally, a 26-year-old African American YouTuber who called himself “P2istheName”, has died unexpectedly at the age of 26 after collapsing in front of his L.A. apartment. Authorities […]
NYC Man Caught on Video Eating Dead Rat on Bronx Sidewalk
Nationwide — An African American man in New York City shocked passersby when he was seen eating a dead rat off a Bronx sidewalk. A witness filmed him dissecting the […]
Black Pastor Distributes 40,000 Eggs to Families in Chicago Struggling With Rising Food Costs
Nationwide — Pastor Charlie Dates is stepping up to support Chicago families struggling with rising grocery costs. He has led the distribution of 40,000 eggs across the city to provide […]
Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump Have Been Quietly Dating for Months
Nationwide — Tiger Woods has been quietly dating Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., for several months. A source close to the Trump family confirmed their relationship and […]
Keith Lee is in the UK Causing an Uproar Over So-Called "Good" British Food
Nationwide — TikTok food critic Keith Lee, known for his honest reviews, sparked controversy in the UK after trying a Full English breakfast. His viral video, which rated several components […]
Fast Food Worker Accused of Stealing Customer's Card to Pay Probation Fees
Nationwide — Aleefah Sumpter, a 25-year-old woman from Newnan, Georgia, is wanted for identity theft and fraud after allegedly stealing a customer’s card information while working at Whataburger. Police say […]
Tiger Woods Tears Achilles While Training, Undergoes Surgery
Nationwide — Tiger Woods is facing another setback in his comeback journey. The 49-year-old golf icon announced on Tuesday that he tore his Achilles while training for the upcoming PGA […]
R. Kelly Reveals He’s Written 25 Albums in Prison, Hopes to Continue His Music Career
Nationwide — R. Kelly, now three years into his 30-year prison sentence for sex trafficking and racketeering, revealed he has written 25 albums while behind bars. The disgraced singer also […]
70-Year-Old Gayle King to Travel Outer Space with Historic All-Female Crew
Nationwide — Gayle King will be part of an all-female crew on Blue Origin’s upcoming space mission this spring. The mission will make history as the first all-female crewed spaceflight […]
Saquon Barkley Signs $41.2M Contract with Eagles, Becomes Highest-Paid Running Back in NFL
Nationwide — Saquon Barkley has signed a contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. This comes just a year after he joined […]
Black Congressman Sylvester Turner Dies After Attending Trump's State of the Union Address
Nationwide — Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner, who was also the former mayor of Houston, Texas, has died at 70 years old, just two months after joining Congress. He was hospitalized […]
NBA Player Jimmy Butler Sued For $260K in Unpaid Rent, Property Damage
Nationwide — NBA star Jimmy Butler is facing a lawsuit from Five Star Marketing and Promotions Inc. for allegedly failing to pay $260,000 in rent and causing over $127,000 in […]
Diddy's Mother, Janice Combs, Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud
Nationwide — Janice Combs, mother of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, is facing a lawsuit from Kirk Burrowes, a former executive at Bad Boy Entertainment. He alleges that Janice played […]
Actor Quinton Aaron from "The Blind Side" Hospitalized After Coughing Up Blood
Nationwide — Quinton Aaron, best known for his role as Michael Oher in The Blind Side alongside Sandra Bullock, was hospitalized in Southern California after he woke up with a […]
Two Men Arrested for Assaulting UPS Driver Over Undelivered Package
Nationwide — Two African American men, Major Hurt, 40, and Martez Rodgers, 32, from Memphis, Tennessee, have been arrested and charged after allegedly beating and choking a UPS delivery driver […]
Oprah and Whoopi Goldberg Pay Tribute to Quincy Jones During the Oscars
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg paid tribute to Quincy Jones at the recent Oscars, celebrating his legacy in music and film. The legendary producer and composer passed away […]
Rapper BigXthaPlug Arrested for Marijuana Possession During Traffic Stop in Texas
Nationwide — Rapper BigXthaPlug, who is from Texas, was arrested on a marijuana possession charge after a traffic stop in Arlington. The 26-year-old rising artist, whose real name is Xavier […]
Black Man Shot Dead in Georgia, His White Girlfriend Arrested and Charged
Nationwide — Telvin Osborne, a 30-year-old African American man from Jackson, Georgia, was shot and killed in an apparent domestic violence incident. His girlfriend, 25-year-old Hannah Grace Cobb, who is […]
Irv Gotti Died After Suffering a Stroke While Eating Chinese Food, His Brother Says
Nationwide — Irv Gotti’s brother, Chris Lorenzo, revealed that the music mogul suffered a massive hemorrhagic stroke before his death. He rarely visited doctors, and when he did, he didn’t […]
Young Black Pilot Who is Also a Rapper Faces Backlash Over Locs and Grill
Nationwide — A 24-year-old African American licensed pilot best known by his rap names, Young Mula and “Muleazy”, is going viral on TikTok for sharing a video after his successful […]
Maryland National Guard Refuses to Participate in Frederick Douglass Parade Due to Trump's Anti-DEI Orders
Nationwide — The Maryland National Guard has canceled its participation in the annual Frederick Douglass birthday parade, following new orders from the Trump administration to stop supporting Black History Month events.
69-Year-Old Black Mom Allegedly Killed By Her Son Who Struck Her With a Hammer
Nationwide — Jarell Joseph, a 35-year-old man from Harris County, Texas, has been charged with murder after allegedly killing his 69-year-old mother, Eva Peavy, with a hammer in their home. […]