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Meet the 10 Black Women Authors Whose New Book Just Reached #1 on Amazon in 15 Categories

Black women authors of Relentless Pursuit: Evolution of Me

Nationwide — Ten accomplished Black women authors are celebrating that their new book, In Relentless Pursuit: The Evolution of Me, has reached #1 on Amazon in 15 different categories. Their […]

Black Woman Founder Launches First Reading Platform Built Exclusively for Black Romance Readers

Victoria Harrell

Noir Pages Debuts With 100 Black Authors, 270 Books, and a Platform that puts black romance and fantasy stories first. Nationwide — Victoria Harrell, an African American Senior Product Marketing […]

Black Mom Speaks Out After White Man Confronts Her Twin Sons at Lemonade Stand

Steel City Twinz lemonade stand

Nationwide — Two 9-year-old African American twin brothers from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, known online as the “Steel City Twinz,” became the focus of an online debate after a video showed a […]

Principal Who Lost His Job for Supporting a Black Homeless Student Celebrates His Graduation

Robert Burnside, his wife Angel, and Landerius "DeDe" Hayes

Nationwide — Robert Burnside, a former principal from Kings Mill, Ohio, who lost his job after helping a homeless Black student stay in school, celebrated the teen’s graduation years after […]

Florida Pastor Accused of Abusing 14-Year-Old Boy He Met Online, Exposing Him to HIV

Timothy Chaneyfield

Nationwide — Timothy Chaneyfield, a 42-year-old African American pastor from Florida who allegedly sexually abused a 14-year-old boy, was arrested and faces multiple charges, including exposing the teen to HIV. […]

Black Mom Seeks Answers After 6-Year-Old Son Drowns While in Foster Care

Xion Thomas

Nationwide — Xion Thomas, a 6-year-old African American boy from Wood County, Ohio, died after drowning in a foster home swimming pool while in temporary state custody. His mother is asking […]

Black Man Who Spent Decades on Death Row Sues Ohio Police Over Fabricated Evidence

Elwood Jones, Black man on death row over fabricated evidence

Nationwide — Elwood Jones, an African American man from Ohio who spent nearly 3 decades on death row, is suing former police officers over claims they fabricated evidence that led […]

DNA Proves White Teacher Fathered Black Woman’s Child After Alleged Rape, But He Can't Be Arrested

Nancy Alexander

Nationwide — Nancy Alexander, an African American woman who was a Chicago Public School student more than 40 years ago, has received DNA evidence confirming that her former teacher fathered […]

Black Entrepreneur Launches Footwear Collection for Cancer Survivors and Supporters

Kam Edwards

Nationwide — Kam Edwards, founder of b.c.e. Custom Shoes, is transforming a dream created for her family into a purpose-driven movement. The launch of the b.c.e. Vincere Phoenix™ Collection introduces […]

Black Woman-Owned Academy Launches AI Bootcamp Equipping Black Women to Turn Career Experience into Entrepreneurship

Marlene Trimuel

Marlene Trimuel’s Resume to Revenue™ Gift Discovery App and Six-Week Bootcamp Help Corporate Women Turn Decades of Experience Into Purpose-Driven Businesses Nationwide — ReBrand HER Academy™ has opened enrollment for […]

Black Executive Director of Dyslexia Tutoring Program Spearheads Vision to Advance Literacy Equity and Education Policy

Dalbin Osorio

Turnaround Leader, Academic Author, and Policy Strategist Announces Statewide Legislative Push, Neurodivergent Workforce Models, and Free Orton-Gillingham Scaling Across Maryland Nationwide — Entering his second year at the helm of […]

News Anchor Mom Goes Viral After Appearing to Fall Asleep on Live TV

Dominique Dillon, news anchor appeared to have fallen asleep

Nationwide — Dominique Dillon, a FOX13 Memphis anchor, sparked online reactions after appearing to briefly close her eyes during a live broadcast. The moment went viral, with many viewers defending […]

Funeral Director Charged for Allegedly Stealing Dead Man's $2 Million Estate Has Been Released on Bond

Unique Green, funeral home director

Nationwide — Unique Green, an African American funeral director from Houston, Texas, who was accused of stealing a dead man’s $2 million estate, has been released from jail after posting […]

15-Year-Old Black Teen Who Disappeared For 4 Years Was Abducted and Abused by a Man She Met Online

Joniah Walker

Nationwide — Joniah Walker, an African American teen from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who went missing at 15 and was found safe four years later, was allegedly abducted and held captive by […]

Black Wall Street Executive Gets 30-Year Sentence for Sexual Abuse, Blames Autism for His Actions

Edward Gene Smith

Nationwide — Edward Gene Smith, a 50-year-old former bank executive in New York City, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drugging and sexually […]

15-Year-Old Black Teen Sentenced to 100 Years in Prison for Murder Tied to Criminal Organization

Jo’Majze Larry

Nationwide — Jo’Majze Larry, a 15-year-old African American boy from Anderson, Indiana, has been sentenced to 100 years in prison for his role in a failed targeted shooting that killed […]

Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa Girls’ Leadership Academy Will Close After 20 Years

Oprah Winfrey

Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey announced that her South African girls’ academy will close its current operations by the end of 2027. She shares plans to move toward a larger scholarship […]

Man Charged After Kidnapping a 15-Month-Old Boy From His Parents' Wedding

Michael Brown, man who kidnapped 15-month-old boy

Nationwide — Michael Brown, a 29-year-old African American man from Houston, Texas, was arrested and charged with kidnapping after he allegedly took his 15-month-old nephew from his parents’ wedding celebration. […]

Unarmed Black Teen Fatally Shot by Police After Responding to His 911 Call About a Possibly Armed Person

Anthoneil Williams II

Nationwide — Anthoneil Williams II, a 17-year-old African American teen from Austin, Texas, was fatally shot by police after responding to a 911 call from his own phone about a […]

Black Grandma Found Dead Outside Church After Family Reported Her Missing, Her Son Charged With Murder

Theresa Jones

Nationwide — Theresa Jones, a 61-year-old African American grandmother from Fullerton, California, was found dead days after her family reported her missing when she failed to pick up her grandchild. Her […]

Black-Owned Brand, Jam Vino Wine-Infused Jam, Nominated in QVC’s 2026 Customer Choice Food Awards for New “Best Pantry Brand” Category

Jam Vino founders

The gourmet, wine-infused jam brand joins an elite group of QVC food favorites competing for consumer votes now through August 12. Nationwide — Jam Vino, the first-of-its-kind wine-infused gourmet jam […]

Nolan Wells’ Mom Has Filed Subpoenas to Get Access to All His Social Media Accounts

Nolan Wells and his mother Christine Wells-Wonsley

Nationwide — Nolan Wells’ mother, Christine Wells-Wonsley, is seeking access to her late son’s social media records as part of her efforts to gather information after his death. She filed […]

D4vd Case Investigators Still Missing Alleged Murder Weapon and Other Key Evidence

Celeste Rivas and D4vd

Nationwide — Prosecutors in the D4vd murder case have revealed that several key pieces of evidence remain missing as they continue building their case against the singer. The missing items […]

Black Teen Spent 4 Days in Jail After White Female Cop Falsely Accused Him of Attempted Murder

Dailen Brewer, Robyn Frazier

Nationwide — Dailen Brewer, an 18-year-old African American teen from Indianapolis, Indiana, filed a federal lawsuit against a police officer after body camera footage contradicted her claim that he pointed […]

Simone Biles Has Returned to the Hospital Again After "Almost Dying" from Serious Medical Emergency

Simone Biles

Nationwide — Simone Biles recently returned to the hospital for a medical procedure weeks after a health scare she described as one of the scariest experiences of her life. The […]

Black Mother Honors Late Daughter by Creating Clothing Closet to Help Families in Need

Leigh Canada and her daughter Emonie

Nationwide — Leigh Canada, an African American mother from Atlanta, Georgia, turned the grief of losing her daughter into a mission to help families in need. After Emonie died suddenly in […]

Black Family Speaks Out After Funeral Home Cremated Their Grandmother Against Their Wishes

Euvy Rodney's family

Nationwide — The family of Euvy Rodney, an African American grandmother from New York City who died at age 93, is demanding answers after they said a funeral home cremated her […]

International Human Rights Attorney Unveils New Legal Framework for Historical Justice in Groundbreaking New Book

Zulu Ali

Nationwide — International human rights attorney, trial lawyer, social entrepreneur, and social commentator Zulu Ali, released the Kindle edition of his groundbreaking new book, Pan-African Justice: Historical Harm, Human Rights, […]

Police Still Investigating 6 Months After Black Mom Shot and Killed at Funeral Home

Ina Chambers

Nationwide — Police are continuing their search for the people responsible for killing Ina Chambers, a 55-year-old African American grandmother from East Point, Georgia, outside a funeral home six months […]

Black Journalist Wins $2.4M in Racial Discrimination Case Against TV Station

Ojinika Obiekwe

Nationwide — Ojinika Obiekwe, a former PIX11 reporter, received a $2.4 million award after a federal jury ruled that the station and its parent company, Nexstar Media Group, retaliated against her […]

Family of Corey Ruiz, Black Man Shot and Killed by Madison Police, Demands Answers

Corey Ruiz

Nationwide — Corey Ruiz, an African American man from Madison, Wisconsin, was shot and killed by a Madison police officer, leaving his family searching for answers. His mother and daughter spoke […]

Kansas City Chiefs Coach Eric Bieniemy’s Wife Called 911 After Their Son Shot Her at Home

Mia Bieniemy, wife of Kansas City Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy, their son Elijah Zion Bieniemy

Nationwide — Mia Bieniemy, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy, called 911 after her son allegedly shot her during a domestic disturbance at their home. She suffered […]


1-Year-Old Boy Dies in Hot Car After His Mom "Forgot" Him at Work at a Hospital

Deja Coleman

Nationwide — Deja Coleman, a 29-year-old African American mother from Lawrenceville, Georgia, faces charges after her 1-year-old son died after allegedly being left inside a hot car outside a hospital […]

White Dad Who Gave His Teen Son a Gun For Christmas Gets Only 15 Years in Prison

Colin Gray, Colt Gray

Nationwide — Colin Gray, a father from Winder, Georgia, who gave his teenage son the rifle used in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting, was sentenced to 15 years in […]

Family of Black Woman Stabbed to Death Outside a Store Forgives Accused Killer

Brittany McLean

Nationwide — Brittany McLean, a 36-year-old African American woman from Jacksonville, Florida, was arrested and charged with murder after she reportedly fatally stabbed another woman outside a convenience store. The […]

Former Texas A&M Football Player Arrested After His Toddler Son Accidentally Shot Himself

Le’Veon Moss

Nationwide — Former Texas A&M running back Le’Veon Moss was arrested after his 2-year-old son accidentally shot himself with a loaded firearm at their Baton Rouge apartment. Police charged him […]

Judge Orders USDA to Restore $127 Million in Grants for Black Farmers

African American farmers

Nationwide — A federal judge has ordered the restoration of $127 million in grants that support Black farmers and other farmers of color. The decision allows 24 organizations to continue […]

Black Dad of 7 Kids Shot and Killed at Park Gathering in Georgia

Malcolm Freeling

Nationwide — Malcolm Freeling, a 31-year-old African American father of 7 from Griffin, Georgia, was fatally shot during a gathering at a local park. Police are investigating the shooting as they […]

White School Counselor Faces Charges Over Alleged Indecent Liberties With Several Students

Lesli Bryant

Nationwide — Lesli Bryant, a 37-year-old school counselor in Orange County, North Carolina, who is married with three children, was arrested after allegations involving inappropriate conduct with students. She now […]

White Pharmacists Get Just 2 Years in Prison for $786K Healthcare Fraud Scheme

Ricky Wayne Quinn and John Anthony “Andy” Null

Nationwide — Ricky Wayne Quinn and John Anthony “Andy” Null, two former pharmacists from Corinth, Mississippi, have received light sentences in a healthcare fraud case. The two, who are both […]

Founder of Black Woman-Owned Company Receives Prestigious Award for Excellence in Neurodivergent Support

Alana Simpson, Founder of Spectrum Protection

Nationwide — Alana Simpson, an African American Board-Certified Autism Technician and the Founder of Spectrum Protection, is proud to announce that her California-based company has been recognized by the Evergreen […]

7 Employees Plead Guilty in $25M Tax Credit Fraud Scheme in North Carolina

Nejlai Mitchell, Tiffany Moody, Shaneen Ray, Eyoubo McBurney, Katrena Stanback, Jeannie Negron, Sylvia Swindell, and Whitnee Leach

Nationwide — Eight African American tax preparers in North Carolina have pleaded guilty to their roles in a multimillion-dollar tax credit fraud scheme during the pandemic that cost the IRS […]

Pastor Sentenced to 80 Years in Prison for Abusing Two Young Boys in Louisiana

Terry Reed, pastor sentenced for molesting boys

Nationwide — Terry Reed, an African American pastor from the New Orleans area, has been sentenced to 80 years in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing two boys. The […]

Missing Pregnant Black Teen Found in River in 1975 Finally Identified After 50 Years

Cheryl Lynn Edwards, missing pregnant teen found in 1975

Nationwide — More than five decades after her body was pulled from the Mississippi River, authorities have identified a teenage homicide victim who had long been known only as “Jane […]

Detroit Bus Driver and Supervisor Caught on Video Engaged in Inappropriate Conduct While On Duty

Senior Transportation Service Inspector Andre Reece and Transportation Equipment Operator Dayna Ruff

Nationwide — Senior Transportation Service Inspector Andre Reece and Transportation Equipment Operator Dayna Ruff, who are from Detroit, Michigan, appear in a city report over alleged on-duty misconduct involving a […]

Five Teens Arrested for Armed Robbery of Man Over a Vape Pen in Florida

Damarius Jamel Taylor, 18, Tayshawn Williams, 18, Javon Prince Jackson-Roby, 19, Martice Spears Jr., 19, and Deshawn Antwon Lampkin, 19

Nationwide — Five men, aged 18 to 19, face felony charges after police say they robbed a man at gunpoint while he walked home from work. Investigators say the group […]

Mom Faces Murder Charges After Beating and Stomping Her 2-Year-Old Daughter to Death

Jessica Wilson, mother stomped 2-year-old daughter

Nationwide — Jessica Wilson, a 29-year-old mom from Alachua County, Florida, allegedly assaulted her 2-year-old daughter at their home. The toddler suffered critical injuries and later died after several days […]

Mom Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison For Shooting Her 13-Year-Old Daughter in the Neck

Talecka C. Brown

Nationwide — Talecka C. Brown, an African American mother from Seat Pleasant, Maryland who shot her 13-year-old daughter in 2024, has received a 50-year prison sentence after a case involving […]

Married White Pastor Caught in Undercover Prostitution Sting and Fired From Church

David A Ritchie, a pastor from Texas, with his wife Kate

Nationwide — David A Ritchie, a 42-year-old pastor from Texas, was arrested during an undercover prostitution sting and later charged with solicitation. He served as lead pastor of Redeemer Christian […]

Black Nurse Celebrates Graduation Completely Unaware Her Dad Had Died the Same Day

Leela, nurse graduate

Nationwide — 32-year-old Leela celebrated her graduation unaware that her father had died just hours earlier, as her family chose not to tell her so she could complete the milestone. […]

Young Mom Arrested, Two Officers Placed on Leave After Infant Found Dead in Insect-Infested Apartment

Janette Clayton

Nationwide — Janette Clayton, a 27-year-old African American mother from North Charleston, South Carolina, was arrested after her 11-month-old baby was found dead in an insect-infested apartment. Two officers were […]

Mom Pleads Guilty After Shooting Her 12-Year-Old Son in the Head

Briasha Stroud

Nationwide — Briasha Stroud, a 29-year-old mother from Cincinnati, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to attempted murder after shooting her 12-year-old son in the head during a 2025 home incident. Prosecutors […]

Young Black Couple Sentenced to 40 Years Each in Prison Over $30M Pandemic Pyramid Scheme

Marlon and LaShonda Moore

Nationwide — Marlon and LaShonda Moore, an African American couple from Frisco, Texas, received 40-year federal prison sentences for allegedly running a $30 million pandemic-era pyramid scheme. They were accused […]

Police Looking for Atlanta Woman Accused of Robbing Wells Fargo of $4,000

Woman accused of robbery in Wells Fargo Bank in Atlanta

Nationwide — Police in Atlanta are searching for a woman accused of robbing a Wells Fargo bank on Tuesday morning. She allegedly handed a teller a note and walked away with […]

Tow Truck Driver Sadly Shot and Killed While Trying to Repossess a Vehicle in Florida

Oliver Lopez

Nationwide — Oliver Lopez, an African American tow truck driver from Jacksonville, Florida, was shot and killed while attempting to repossess a vehicle at an apartment complex on Tuesday night. […]