Cherelle Parker Sworn in as the First Woman Mayor of Philadelphia
She plans to serve the city proudly! Cherelle Parker, a native of Philadelphia, former city council member and educator, just made history as the first woman Mayor of Philadelphia, AP News reports. Parker secured the victory in the November election, elected to serve as the 100th mayor of the city of brotherly love. Her message […]
Because of Them We Can Announces the Inaugural ‘BOTWC 20,’ Award Honoring Everyday Changemakers
For Because of Them We Can (BOTWC), Black Excellence isn’t relegated to degrees, income, class, or being the first to break a barrier. It is the everyday excellence that we exude by simply showing up as our best selves and striving to create a better world for ourselves and those who will inhabit it after […]
New Book From Activist & Educator Kleaver Cruz Celebrates the Power of Black Joy
It’s already being touted as a cultural staple! Kleaver Cruz is a queer Dominican-American activist and educator from the Bronx, New York. In 2015, Cruz found themselves thrust into the climate of political protest and uprisings as they grappled with a new emerging society in light of the tragic murders of Sandra Bland, Michael Brown, […]
New Life-Size Oprah Winfrey Portrait Is Unveiled at D.C.’s National Portrait Gallery
It’s nearly 7 feet tall! A new life-size portrait of Oprah Winfrey was unveiled on December 13th at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., DCist reports. The painting was created by Chicago-based artist Shawn Michael Warren, who said the project was years in the making. Warren first met with the media mogul in 2020, […]
Comedian Mike Epps Bought & Renovated Every Home on His Childhood Block
He’s reviving a community in Indianapolis! Comedian Mike Epps recently teamed up with HGTV for a new special called “Buying Back the Block,” USA Today reports. The show took a spin on the typical home makeover show to spotlight Epps’ endeavors in his hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana, and his mission to purchase and renovate every […]
Vanessa Bryant Shares Sweet Moment Celebrating Daughter Natalia on Directorial Debut
This is only the beginning! The Bryant family has been through a lot in recent years after the unexpected passing of their patriarch, Kobe Bryant, and beloved daughter Gianna. Since then, they have made every effort to keep their legacy alive, present for posthumous honors, historic firsts for the NBA icon, and memorials in honor […]
Brittney Griner Partners With Disney & ESPN to Share Story in New Documentary
Her wife will act as executive producer! Brittney Griner recently inked a deal with Disney to share new content about her imprisonment in Russia, Fox News reports. The new deal includes several media projects, including an exclusive interview with “Good Morning America’s” Robin Roberts, a scripted series with ABC Signature, and a documentary sharing her […]
Wilfried Nancy Makes History as the First Black Coach to Win a Major League Soccer Championship
He’s also the only Black head coach in MLS! Wilfried Nancy got his start as a youth soccer coach, eventually becoming a first-team assistant, MLS reports. During the 2021/2022 season, he was thrust into the spotlight as the head coach for CF Montréal, making a name for himself as a force in the league. The […]
SC Native Celebrates 103rd Birthday & Reveals Key to Long Life Is Minding Your Business
That’s some sage wisdom! Edward Lawrence, Sr. is a Charleston, South Carolina native who just celebrated his 103rd birthday, WECT news reports. With the CDC reporting that the average life expectancy for Black people is at a new low of 71, this is a feat of enormous proportion and cause for celebration. Lawrence Sr. now […]
Fisk University Set to Host Historic Gymnastics Meet With All Black Women Coaches
It will be held on MLK day! Fisk University made history last year as the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) to have a gymnastics team. Aimed at diversifying their sports offerings for student-athletes, the team is looking to double down on that commitment. Now, they’re set to make history again, hosting a first-of-its-kind […]