Queen Latifah, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, & Fawn Weaver Among Newest Delta Sigma Theta Honorary Members
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. just welcomed its newest class of honorary members – and this lineup is nothing short of legendary. The announcement took place during the organization’s 57th National Convention in Washington, D.C., where more than 20,000 members gathered to honor legacy, leadership, and sisterhood.
Joi Harris Makes History as First Black Woman to Lead Detroit’s DTE Energy
This September, Joi Harris will make history as the first woman and African American to serve as president and CEO of DTE Energy. The Detroit native and two-time Wayne State University graduate will lead one of the Midwest’s largest energy companies, overseeing a billion-dollar infrastructure strategy and the future of how Southeast Michigan powers itself.
Angel Reese Graces Cover of NBA 2K26 WNBA Edition With Signature Sneaker
Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is officially the newest cover athlete for NBA 2K26’s WNBA edition, dropping this September. She joins NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and future Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony on this year’s slate of cover stars.
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners Makes History as First Film Streamed in Black American Sign Language
The vampire thriller, starring Michael B. Jordan and set in the Jim Crow South, is officially the first film to stream with Black American Sign Language interpretation, Blavity reports. Now available on Max, viewers can watch both the standard version and a special BASL-interpreted version. This historic move marks a major moment for accessibility, representation, and visibility in film.
Gospel Pioneer Mosie “Mama” Burks, Former Lead Soloist of Mississippi Mass Choir, Has Joined the Ancestors
Mosie “Mama” Burks, the beloved former lead soloist of the iconic choir, has passed away at the age of 92, WLBT reports. Known for her unmatched vocals, unwavering faith, and radiant spirit, Mama Mosie left an imprint on gospel music that will live on for generations.
Nephew Surprises His Aunt with a Fully Renovated Mobile Home After House Fire
For six years, Tyquan Carr has been investing in mobile homes with the goal of helping families find safe, affordable housing. This week, that family was his own. After everything his aunt had been through, including a recent house fire, Carr gathered the entire family under the pretense of showing off his first fully furnished rental. What they didn’t know was the home wasn’t for just anybody — it was for Aunt Mary Helen.
Man Honors His Barber with Flowers for Being There Through Hard Times
In a beautiful moment captured on video, Keith Burgess walked into his barber shop not for a cut, but to hand-deliver flowers to his longtime friend and barber. The gesture wasn’t about a holiday or celebration, but about giving this brother his flowers while he can still smell them.
Morgan State Makes History With First-Ever Emmy Win for Original Documentary
At the 67th National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter Emmy Awards, Morgan State proudly brought home its first-ever individual Emmy Award. The recognition marks a major milestone not just for the university, but for HBCUs as a whole as they continue to build national reputations for producing powerful, culturally-rooted media that uplifts the African American experience.
Meet Damola Adamolekun, the 36-Year-Old CEO Leading Red Lobster Into a New Era
Damola Adamolekun, a 35-year-old business executive and investor, is now the new CEO of Red Lobster, bringing bold vision, experience, and cultural insight to one of the nation’s most recognizable restaurant brands. His appointment comes just years after making waves as the youngest CEO in the history of P.F. Chang’s.
Black-Led Nonprofit Launches Swim Scholarships
The national not-for-profit, Outdoor Afro, is helping Black communities build positive, life-affirming relationships with water through its Making Waves initiative. To help turn the tide, Outdoor Afro is offering free swim scholarships for Black children and their caregivers across the country. The program covers the cost of beginner swim lessons in partnership with swim providers nationwide. And while Black families are prioritized, the scholarships are open to all.