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‘Make It Count!’: A White Woman Grabbed a Black Mother’s Phone and Threw It Over a Railing at Graduation — Seconds Later She Learned the Hard Way Why That Wasn’t Going to End Well

One high school graduation descended into chaos before the commencement even began, apparently over seating. Footage of two warring women in the stands of a […] ‘Make It Count!’: A White Woman Grabbed a Black Mother’s Phone and Threw It Over a Railing at Graduation — Seconds Later She Learned the Hard Way Why That Wasn’t Going to End Well

5/31/2026

Grammy Award-Winning Singer Peabo Bryson Under Medical Care Following Stroke

Peabo Bryson is currently under medical care after suffering a stroke, according to a statement released by his representatives. The two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter is best known for […] The post Grammy Award-Winning Singer Peabo Bryson Under Medical Care Following Stroke appeared first on Essence .

5/31/2026

With her uncle Blacc Sam by her side, Nipsey Hussle’s daughter Emani graduates from high school

The oldest child of the Los Angeles rapper is one of the sole beneficiaries of his $11 million estate, along

5/30/2026

‘Too Late, They Got Him!’: A Tennessee Man Was All Smiles While Threatening a Black Driver With the KKK — Until He Saw the Camera and the Whole Tough-Guy Act Fell Apart

A Tennessee man was all smiles while throwing insults at a Black driver and bragging about the Ku Klux Klan, then the camera appeared and […] ‘Too Late, They Got Him!’: A Tennessee Man Was All Smiles While Threatening a Black Driver With the KKK — Until He Saw the Camera and the Whole Tough-Guy Act Fell Apart

5/30/2026

Former Astronaut Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. Will Receive XCEL Award At The 2026 XCEL Summit

Harris will be honored for his decades-long contributions to science, education, and leadership during the conference

5/30/2026

‘Way Too Emotional!’: A Pennsylvania Man Heard Three Words From His Wife and Started Tearing the House Down While His Family Was Still Inside

If you’re trying to win your girl back, maybe don’t do what one Pennsylvania man did. He is accused of trying to demolish his family’s […] ‘Way Too Emotional!’: A Pennsylvania Man Heard Three Words From His Wife and Started Tearing the House Down While His Family Was Still Inside

5/30/2026

Italy cancels Ye and Travis Scott concerts over security concerns and protest fears

Officials in northern Italy say concerns about crowd safety, public order, and potential demonstrations led to the cancellation of the

5/30/2026

‘Wait, Did She Just Confirm It?’: Serena Williams Comeback Buzz Explodes After Her Protégé Slips Up During Interview

Twenty-three-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams is considered “The G.O.A.T.” when it comes to women’s singles in tennis, and she also won 14 Grand Slam […] ‘Wait, Did She Just Confirm It?’: Serena Williams Comeback Buzz Explodes After Her Protégé Slips Up During Interview

5/30/2026

Rooted in Wellness: How the Why Not? Foundation Is Transforming Community Mental Health

Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook and his Why Not? Foundation has launched an initiative to expand mental wellness education and restorative programs in Los Angeles and Altadena during the final...

5/30/2026

Just How Ubiquitous Will Artificial Intelligence Get?

Robert F. Smith, chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, which has more than $107 billion in assets under management, spoke about the future of artificial intelligence with Black Enterprise...

5/30/2026

Young Birmingham Engineering Scholars Recognized By Historic Women’s Organization

The students were recently honored by the Birmingham chapter of the Society of Women Engineers

5/29/2026

Congressional Black Caucus Calls On Corporate America To Oppose Redistricting Efforts Targeting Majority-Black Districts

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) is calling on some of the nation’s largest corporations to take a public stand against redistricting efforts that could reduce Black political representation in Congress....

5/29/2026

Therapy IRL: What Black Women Should Know Before Choosing A Therapist

I am typically not one for the social media drama, but babyyy, if you have a screen and working eyes, you absolutely couldn’t miss what was happening at the intersection […] The post Therapy IRL: What Black Women Should Know Before Choosing A Therapist appeared first on Essence .

5/29/2026

HBCU Founders To Make History With First Pitch Competition In Times Square

Venture for T.H.E.M. announced that it will partner with The DM Firm and the Times Square Alliance for the inaugural HBCU Pitch Competition in Times Square

5/29/2026

A White Prosecutor Kept Finding Ways to Keep Black People Off Mississippi Juries — One Black Man Spent 20 Years on Death Row Before the Supreme Court Finally Stepped In

The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who has been arguing in court for 20 years […] A White Prosecutor Kept Finding Ways to Keep Black People Off Mississippi Juries — One Black Man Spent 20 Years on Death Row Before the Supreme Court Finally Stepped In

5/29/2026

‘Bigger than football’: NFL star Abdul Carter explains why he called out teammate over appearance at Trump rally

The second-year player sent shockwaves through the NFL when he tweeted his reaction to QB Jaxson Dart and Donald Trump

5/29/2026

‘Sellout’: Trump’s Freedom 250 Concert Is in Chaos — Every Black Artist Left Except These Artists, and Their Reason Has Fans Heated

Mayhem erupted after the lineup for the President Donald Trump-backed Freedom 250 concert series dropped earlier this week. Multiple performers are already fleeing from being […] ‘Sellout’: Trump’s Freedom 250 Concert Is in Chaos — Every Black Artist Left Except These Artists, and Their Reason Has Fans Heated

5/29/2026

Louisiana Passes Map Eliminating Majority-Black District

Louisiana Gov. postponed a primary election already in progress to implement a redistricting effort that disenfranchises Black voters.

5/29/2026

Meet the Black contestants entering the ‘Love Island USA’ villa…and the discourse

“Love Island USA” season 8 has not even started yet, and social media is already buzzing about the islanders stepping

5/29/2026

Propelling Toward the Future: HBCU Students Design AI-powered Solutions

Morgan State University students take home top prize at PROPEL Center Future of Tech Innovation Challenge. Having a dream job and putting those skills into action before earning your degree...

5/29/2026

Quinta Brunson to Star in a ‘Betty Boop’ Feature Film

Can you believe it? Quinta Brunson is about to star as Betty Boop!, She was born for this!

5/23/2026

BETA Launch!

5/21/2026