Actor Woody McClain to Release New Comic Book Series, ‘The Brotherhood,’ Inspired by the Men in His Family
Woody McClain is stepping into the world of comics in a powerful way! The Power Book II: Ghost actor signed a publishing deal in 2023 with Black-owned “Godhood Comics” for his newly created comic book series, The Brotherhood, Black Enterprise reports. The project, co-written with DC Comics Milestone Initiative breakout writer Dorado Quick, brings a […]
‘Because Of Them We Can’ & ‘Most Incredible Studio’ Expands LEGO Set to Highlight the Legacy of Black Photographers
The power of photography lies in its ability to preserve moments, tell stories, and honor legacies! You asked, and we listened—because closed mouths don’t get fed. Most Incredible Studio and Because Of Them We Can continue celebrating Black storytelling through the Because of You: Legacy in Focus collection by introducing two new offerings designed to […]
UNCF Partners With #HillmanTok Educators to Bring Digital Black Education Movement to Congress
An HBCU education, but make it digital! In a groundbreaking moment for online learning, a group of Black educators behind the viral #HillmanTok movement took their mission to Capitol Hill, partnering with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and TikTok, to highlight the power of accessible education for everyone, Essence reports. The #HillmanTok educators gathered […]
Black Woman-Owned Rideshare Company, ‘HERide,’ Is Revolutionizing Safety and Equity in Transportation
They’re reimagining what’s possible in transportation! HERide is a Black woman-founded rideshare company that is revolutionizing the transportation industry by prioritizing safety, equity, and innovation for women and non-binary individuals. Founded by computer science engineer Jillian Anderson in 2020, she and her co-founder DeVynne Starks have committed to leading the charge as the first female […]
Lauryn Hill & Stevie Wonder Honor Roberta Flack in a Surprise Musical Tribute
It was a homegoing service fit for a Queen! Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist who defined generations with her deeply soulful and genre-blurring music, was remembered in a heartfelt musical homegoing service at the historic Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, AP News reports. The public ceremony, titled “Celebration of Life,” was a powerful […]
Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel Makes NCAA History as First One-Armed Women’s Basketball Player to Score in a Game
She didn’t let rejection stop her rise! When her high school coach cut her from the team senior year, Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel could have let that be the end of her basketball journey. But instead of giving up, she used that rejection as fuel. Now, the 22-year-old guard at Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has made […]
Michelle Obama & Brother Craig Robinson to Launch New Podcast Giving Their Opinions on Everyday Life
Their voices are needed now more than ever! Michelle Obama and her older brother, Craig Robinson, are bringing family, wisdom, and a whole lot of heart to the podcast world. The dynamic Chicago-born siblings have teamed up for a brand-new series, IMO With Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, produced by Higher Ground, the media company […]
Meet Demi Johnson, the Teen Scientist Helping Restore Oyster Reefs in Mississippi
She’s already earned a National Geographic award for her work! For years, Mississippi’s Gulf waters have struggled to recover from devastating natural and manmade disasters. From Hurricane Katrina to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the oyster population has been hit hard. But one young trailblazer is working to change that—one oyster at a time, PBS […]
Nipsey Hussle’s Brother Blacc Sam Opens New ‘Marathon Burger’ Restaurant in L.A.
The marathon continues! The spirit of Nipsey Hussle lives on as his team expand “The Marathon” brand into the restaurant business. Recently, family and friends of the Los Angeles icon officially launched “Marathon Burger,” a new eatery in L.A.’s Fairfax District, bringing a fresh take on classic American comfort food while continuing Hussle’s entrepreneurial vision, […]
Pat McGrath Makes History as Creative Director of Louis Vuitton’s First Makeup Line
The queen of beauty reigns supreme once again! Legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath has just made history as the first-ever Creative Director of Cosmetics for Louis Vuitton, Essence reports. This groundbreaking announcement comes just days before the fashion house’s Women’s Fall/Winter 2025 show in Paris, marking a new era in beauty. With decades of industry-shaping […]