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October 23, 2026 · source link ↗

A Black Honors College at Sacramento State highlights how diversity hasn’t wilted under Trump

The college, located within the campus library, boasts around 800 students where the cirriculum is seeped in Black studies and

October 23, 2026 · source link ↗

Black activists call out Congressional Black Caucus ties to pro-Trump AI company Palantir

Activists including LaTosha Brown, Jamal Bryant and Joy-Ann Reid say the foundation should reject funding from the Trump-linked tech company.

October 23, 2026 · source link ↗

Jon Ossoff opens up sizable lead in high-stakes Georgia Senate race

Ossoff leads Mike Collins 48% to 40%, with his strongest support coming from Black voters, women and younger Georgians. Democratic

October 22, 2026 · source link ↗

Lex Marie is confronting the complexities of Black motherhood through art and even Spike Lee is on board

In this interview, the multidisciplinary artist on the rise opens up about the themes in her work, her virality, motherhood,

October 22, 2026 · source link ↗

Exelon CEO And XCEL Honoree Calvin Butler Speaks On Legacy And Leadership

Exelon CEO Calvin Butler delivered an emotionally charged acceptance speech to attendees at the much-anticipated 2026 Black Enterprise XCEL Summit for Men on the evening of Oct. 21. Butler reflected on...

October 22, 2026 · source link ↗

NAACP Image Awards add 10 categories dedicated to African creators

The new honors will recognize African talent across film, television and music at the 58th annual NAACP Image Awards. The

October 21, 2026 · source link ↗

SpaceX To Acquire Assets From David Grain’s Investment Firm For $8 Billion

David Grain is at the center of an $8 billion telecommunications deal that could reshape the U.S. wireless industry. His investment firm, Grain Management, has agreed to sell its nationwide...

October 21, 2026 · source link ↗

An Angel Among Us: Angel Reese Is The Once-In-A-Lifetime Basketball Phenom And Superstar We Have All Been Waiting For

Unstoppable on the hardwood, secure in her power, and deeply rooted in her community. Angel Reese is her ancestors’ wildest dreams.

October 20, 2026 · source link ↗

‘There is no safe space for an ambitious Black woman’: Danyel Smith opens up about the cost of ambition

In a conversation with Felicia Pride, Smith reflected on the resentment Black women can face when they continue pursuing bigger

October 19, 2026 · source link ↗

MedHaul CEO Erica Plybeah Secures $500K In Inaugural WellWithAll AI Prize

Memphis startup MedHaul won the $500,000 top prize at the WellWithAll $1 Million Prize competition on Oct. 15, 2026. Founded in 2017 by Black tech leader and CEO Erica Plybeah,...

October 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Obama condemns Trump administration’s Ilhan Omar immigration probe as ‘appalling’

America’s first Black president warned that targeting elected officials over their political views threatens a basic principle of American democracy.

October 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Xavier Ochsner College Of Medicine To Become The Next Historically Black Med School

The milestone comes as the United States faces a growing physician shortage, particularly in underserved communities.

October 18, 2026 · source link ↗

10 Black scientists whose groundbreaking contributions deserve more recognition

From pioneering medical treatments to innovations in space exploration and climate science, these Black scientists helped change the world. Their

October 18, 2026 · source link ↗

Kandi Burruss and Tabitha Brown to guest star on CBS’ ‘Beyond The Gates’ as Black-led soap continues to soar

The guest spots aren’t the first time Brown and Burruss have appeared on the same show. Both were recurring characters

October 16, 2026 · source link ↗

6 iconic, historic moments from Black stars at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

From Tyra Banks breaking to Angel Reese, these six moments show how Black women and artists have reshaped the iconic

October 16, 2026 · source link ↗

Nas urges music industry to honor and pay the Black artists who shaped generations

Nas criticized trend-driven music and urged artists, creators and executives to unite around preserving and honoring Black music’s legacy. Nas

October 16, 2026 · source link ↗

HBCU Love on the Yard: Meet Hampton University’s Candace & Kenneth

Homecoming Season 2026 is officially here! We’re celebrating the proud HBCU alumni couples living, laughing, and loving together.

October 16, 2026 · source link ↗

Black Enterprise, Ursula Burns, And Dow CEO Karen S. Carter Honored At BECA’s 2026 Manifest Awards

Black business leadership took center stage in South Florida as Ursula Burns, Dow CEO Karen S. Carter, Procter & Gamble, and Black Enterprise received top honors at the 2026 BECA...

October 2, 2026 · source link ↗

New Grads Struggle As Employers Raise The Bar For Entry-Level Jobs

The findings highlight a disconnect between employers’ expectations and the opportunities available to workers entering the labor market.

September 30, 2026 · source link ↗

John Legend launches housing support program for HBCU students and Penn undergrads

The program will support students facing housing insecurity at Morehouse College, Central State University, Wilberforce University and Penn. John Legend

September 25, 2026 · source link ↗

The Schomburg Center Unveils Its Biggest Contemporary Black Women’s Art Exhibition

The "Forging Ahead" exhibit showcases works from established and emerging artists, making it the most expansive celebration of Black women's creativity at the Harlem museum.

September 21, 2026 · source link ↗

Black Households See A 4.8% Jump In Income As U.S. Median Hits Record High

Black median household income reached $59,980 last year.

July 18, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Another difficult loss’: Marla Gibbs, Regina King and Jackée Harry deliver heartfelt tributes to late ‘227’ co-star Hal Williams

The trio starred on the hit sitcom for five seasons, but their relationship began well before helping craft one of

July 18, 2026 · source link ↗

Our Favorite Street Style Moments From The 2026 WerQfest

Festivalgoers turned WerQfest into a celebration of fearless self-expression, serving standout looks rooted in individuality and LGBTQ+ pride.

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