14-Year-Old Makes History as Youngest Student at Coppin State University
Now, this is an accomplishment! West Muhammad has always been a gifted child. He started reading at just 3 years old and entered the first grade when he was 4 years old. For years, he has been ahead of the curve, getting accustomed to being the youngest in his classes. “Even at school, I remember […]
ATL Real Estate Developer to Open Second Micro Community Featuring a Coffee Shop & Tech Lab
He’s making home ownership more affordable! Booker Washington is a Southwest Atlanta native who has made quite the name for himself in real estate. After developing millions in real estate assets, Washington said he began noticing a trend, home ownership was becoming increasingly unattainable for the everyday person, with Black home ownership even more out […]
Howard Grads Curate Exhibit Celebrating 100 Years of Howard’s Homecoming
Howard University’s homecoming has long been a sacred tradition, and this past weekend, the 100th anniversary of the beloved celebration was commemorated in a special way. Alumni Sasha Charlemagne (Class of 2021) and Johnathan Logan (Class of 2022) joined forces to curate “Since 1924: The Howard Homecoming Centennial Exhibit,” an exhibit that celebrates a century of homecoming history, paying homage to the university’s rich legacy.
Victoria Monét to Release New Lyrical Children’s Picture Book Inspired by Daughter Hazel
This is so sweet! Victoria Monét is a rising singer and songwriter whose 2023 breakout album Jaguars II has made her a household name. A once in a generation type of talent Monét is now dabbling into the world as an author, set to release a debut children’s book inspired by her daughter Hazel, People […]
Erykah Badu to Receive 2024 CFDA Fashion Icon Award
This is long overdue! Erykah Badu is the undoubted Queen of Neo-Soul and a pioneering force in music. The 4x Grammy Award winning artist is renowned for her music globally, with a career spanning nearly three decades, she has continued to captivate audiences for generations. Second to her musical notoriety is Badu’s style, which cannot […]
HBCU Grads Open New ‘Grounded’ Plant Shop & Wellness Studio in Southeast D.C.
They’re grounding the city with this one! Danuelle Doswell and Mignon Hemsley are the co-founders of Grounded, a subscription based virtual plant shop the two started during the pandemic. Bonded through mutual friends and their love of plants, the two joined forces to offer a different kind of wellness outlet at the height of the […]
Fashion Historian Shelby Ivey Christie Releases New ABC’s Book Honoring Black Fashion Legends
She’s reshaping Black fashion history! Shelby Ivey Christie, a renowned fashion and costume historian, has spent years shedding light on the often-overlooked contributions of Black icons in the fashion industry. Recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and one of Vogue Business’s 100 Innovators, Christie has over a decade of leadership experience at brands […]
Remembering Civil Rights Pioneer and Little Rock Nine Member Thelma Mothershed-Wair
Thelma Mothershed-Wair, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and a member of the historic Little Rock Nine, has passed away at the age of 83 due to complications from multiple sclerosis, as confirmed by her sister, Grace Davis, to CNN. In 1957, Mothershed-Wair and eight other courageous students—Minnijean Brown, Elizabeth Eckford, Ernest Green, […]
Pharrell’s New Biopic Tells His Inspiring Musical Story Through LEGOs
It’s a must-see for the whole family! Pharrell Williams recently released his highly anticipated animated documentary Piece by Piece, Deadline reports. A 13x Grammy-award-winning superproducer and the current men’s creative director for Louis Vuitton, Williams’ impact on the culture over the past two and a half decades is incalculable. In true Williams fashion, a simple […]
Watch Scottie Beam’s Full-Circle Moment of Fulfilling Dream of a Billboard in NYC
What a full-circle moment! In a heartfelt Instagram post, Bronx native and media maven Scottie Beam shared how she always dreamed of having her own billboard—and that dream has finally come true. Best known for her work as a former producer for Hot 97 and co-host of REVOLT’s State of the Culture, @scottiebeam posted a […]