5 Suspects Arrested, Charged in Killing of Portland Minister After Home Invasion
Five teenagers have been arrested and charged in connection with the November 2025 killing of Kevin Cooper, a Portland minister and grandfather who was fatally shot inside his home, authorities announced this week. Police say the violent incident began just after midnight on Nov. 1, 2025, when five suspects forced their way into Cooper’s residence in the 9300…
We Are Celebrating Evelyn Carmon Nicol
Today, we celebrate Dr. Evelyn Carmon Nicol for Black History Month — a brilliant scientist, trailblazer, and pioneer in microbiology and immunology, whose groundbreaking work continues to save lives around the world. A proud graduate of Tuskegee University, where she majored in chemistry and mathematics and graduated at the top of her class, Dr. Nicol…
College Track Star Fatally Stabbed; Girlfriend Charged with Murder
A promising college track star was fatally stabbed early Monday in a violent off-campus incident that has shocked classmates, coaches, and community members. Kevaughn Goldson, 23, a senior sprinter on the Lincoln University men’s track and field team, died from multiple stab wounds after an altercation with his girlfriend, who has been charged in connection with his…
We Spotlight the World of Willie Lee Morrow
On this 25th day of Black History Month, we shine a powerful light on the extraordinary life and legacy of Willie Lee Morrow – a global icon, visionary inventor, chemist, publisher, educator, and community activist who transformed the landscape of Black hair care forever. Dr. Morrow built a thriving business empire centered on hair-care products…
Madam C.J. Walker – A Legacy of Entrepreneurship & Empowerment
On this 24th day of Black History Month, we honor the extraordinary heritage of Madam C.J. Walker — born Sarah Breedlove — a trailblazing entrepreneur, philanthropist, and activist who became the first widely recognized self-made female millionaire in America. Orphaned at the age of 7 and widowed by 20 with a young daughter, Walker worked…
Missing 21-Year-Old Kyle Bassinga Found Hanging From Tree in Georgia Park, Investigation Ongoing
A missing 21-year-old Black man has been found dead in a Georgia park after he was discovered hanging from a tree, sparking grief, controversy, and calls for answers from his family and community. Kyle Bassinga, an Atlanta-area resident, had been reported missing on February 15, 2026. After several days of searching, his body was discovered…
Los Angeles to Honor Nipsey Hussle With Intersection Renaming
The city of Los Angeles will honor the legacy of late rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist Nipsey Hussle this Saturday by officially renaming a prominent South Los Angeles intersection in his memory. The ceremony will take place at the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Slauson Avenue, which will be formally designated as “Nipsey Hussle Square.”…
Cora Jakes Makes Unexpected Move Into Comedy, Blending Faith and Humor
In a surprising shift that’s turning heads across both entertainment and faith communities, Cora Jakes, the eldest daughter of renowned pastor and author Bishop T.D. Jakes — is stepping into the world of comedy. Long known for her ministry work and leadership at The Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas, Cora has spent much of her career building spiritual…
Reality Star Kenya Moore Ordered to Pay More Than $80K in Unpaid Rent for Her Hair Salon
Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Kenya Moore is facing a legal and financial setback as a Georgia judge has ordered her business to pay a substantial sum in unpaid rent and utilities tied to her hair salon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kenya Moore Hair Spa (@kenyamoorehairspa) In a dispute with her landlord over…
Ryan Coogler Makes History at the BAFTA Awards
Acclaimed director and screenwriter Ryan Coogler has made history at the 2026 British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, becoming the first Black filmmaker to win Best Original Screenplay for his film Sinners. The landmark victory marks a defining moment in Coogler’s career and a major step forward for diversity and representation in…
