Sacramento State University President to Open School’s First Black Honors College
Sacramento State has established the nation’s first-ever Black Honors College, designed for students who are interested in Black history, life, and culture. “So we can’t be an HBCU, we weren’t founded in time, right? But we can be everything but the historical part,” SSU President J. Luke Wood said in a recent appearance on The […]
Black Girls Code Launches Free Coding Academy for Black Girls
Computer technology is one of the fastest-growing career fields. The ability to code is an essential skill for anyone looking to keep up with changes in the tech industry. To help get more girls started on this journey, Black Girls Code has launched Code Along Jr., a free online coding academy for girls ages 7 […]
Councilwoman Sharon Tucker Set to Become First Black Mayor of Fort Wayne, Indiana
On Saturday, April 20, Councilwoman Sharon Tucker was chosen as the new mayor of Fort Wayne, Indiana, becoming the first ever Black leader of Indiana’s second most populous city. Tucker also makes history as only the second woman to ever serve as mayor of the northeastern Indiana city. She was chosen during a caucus to […]
Fantasia, Taraji, & Colman Domingo Among Honorees on Time’s List of 100 Most Influential People
We’ve compiled every Black artist, innovator, titan, leader, icon, and pioneer on 2024’s list! Every year, Time Magazine unveils its list of the 100 most influential people, showcasing individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields. In the 2024 edition, Black honorees shine brightly across categories, from artists and icons to leaders and innovators. […]
City Girls Golf is Empowering Black Women On and Off the Golf Course
Move over, Tiger Woods. The ladies are stepping up and taking a swing at the game of champions. A new generation of Black women is taking an interest in golf, a sport that has historically excluded people of color, especially women. To help level the playing field, Washington D.C. native Sierra Balgar started an organization […]
Cornel West Announces First-Ever All-Black Running Ticket for Presidential Race
Dr. Cornel West named Dr. Melina Abdullah as his running mate for the 2024 presidential election, making the first ever all-Black presidential ticket in U.S. history. “I wanted someone whose heart, mind and soul is committed to the empowerment of poor and working people,” West said in his announcement on The Tavis Smiley Show. “She […]
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 […]