Mary J. Blige, ATCQ, & Dionne Warwick Among 2024 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees
We’re on “Award Tour” with A Tribe Called Quest –and a host of other talented people! The 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony promises to be a celebration of musical talent, influence, and cultural impact. From groundbreaking performers to visionary executives, this year’s inductees, as announced on the official website, represent the […]
Black-Owned Bank In Illinois Receives $17M From State’s Reparations Fund
Evanston, Illinois, has etched its name in history twice over. In a landmark decision, the city established the first government-funded reparations program in the U.S. to address the systemic racism faced by Black residents between 1919 and 1969, according to Essence. Now, five years later, another groundbreaking move is multiplying the impact of these reparations. […]
Mom Who Handmade Daughter’s Prom Dress Brought to Tears During Big Reveal
This is priceless! Jessica Leigh Webb is a professional therapist with a knack for fashion. She regularly posts outfits of the day and sewing tips and info for those interested in getting into creating their own designs. Recently, Webb’s 17-year-old daughter Ivy made a special request, asking her mom to make the dress she desired […]
Watch: Dawn Staley Expresses Gratitude After Beyoncé Sends Congratulatory Flowers
Beyoncé is all about giving people their flowers while they can smell them, so she sent Dawn Staley a bouquet! As we’ve previously reported, Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team, made history when she became the first Black coach to win three D1 basketball titles. To congratulate […]
Rachel Robinson, Wife of Jackie Robinson, Honored on 77th Anniversary of Historic MLB Debut
On the 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s historic MLB debut, the New York Mets welcomed a special guest to Citi Field for their Jackie Robinson Day celebration: Rachel Robinson, Jackie’s widow, at the remarkable age of 101.
Black Queer Artist Autumn Breon Created a Vending Machine for Free Reproductive Health Care Products
Artist Autumn Breon is using her creativity to fight for a cause she deeply cares about, reproductive justice. According to an interview with FEMINIST, Breon is a Stanford alumna and multi-talented artist who works across many mediums. Breon sees art as a tool to dismantle unfair systems. Her latest project, “The Care Machine,” is a […]
Meet Latif Yahya, the Innovative Designer Building an Eyewear Empire With Wisdom Frames
We are absolutely in love with this brand! Latif Yahya-Ibn Rashad is a creative force that is reshaping the design industry. He hails from the heart of Atlanta by way of Brooklyn, and to many, he’s simply known as Latif Yahya—the visionary founder behind Wisdom Fashion House, a brand that specializes in unique eyewear. His […]
Olivia Madkins Makes History as Columbia University’s First Black Softball Player
History is being made with each swing of a bat, each catch in the outfield, and each cheer from the stands! At 18, Olivia Madkins became the first Black player on Columbia University’s softball team, Andscape reports. This is a feat that celebrates her talent and opens doors for others. Madkins’ love for softball started […]
Tatyana Ali Launches Limited Series of Baby Quilts for Black Maternal Health Week
The actress and singer has another great talent–sewing! Tatyana Ali is going beyond the screen to champion Black maternal health with the launch of Baby Yams, a limited-edition series of baby quilts. Inspired by her own experiences, Ali is turning her passion for sewing into a way to uplift Black mothers and advocate for better […]
10 Tips to Plan A Perfect Vacation for Young Black Families at Disney
It’s not too hard to find the melanin in the magic! Summer is right around the corner! With it comes traditions like summer vacations and memorable activities with the whole family. Still, there’s one American rite of passage that combines both–a fun-filled trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, FL. But beyond the […]