Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

Mexico has elected its first female president. Claudia Sheinbaum inherits a polarized, violent country looking for hope

Eduardo Verdugo/AP by Luis Gómez Romero, University of Wollongong On October 17, 1953, constitutional reform granted women the right to vote in Mexico, and two years later, women cast ballots for the first time in a federal election. Now, nearly 70...

Black Business Profile: Chateau 4 Paws pet care salon

Chateau 4 Paws, an Atlanta-based Black-owned premier pet care salon, is owned by Managing Director and CEO Janelle Russell. Russell adores dogs; however, she never thought her passion would become her job until two unrelated events occurred. I...

America’s First Black Astronaut Trainee, Reaches Space at 90

Ed Dwight, America's first Black astronaut trainee, achieved his dream of reaching space at age 90 aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket. This historic flight marks him as the oldest person to reach space, a testament to his enduring legacy and pio...

Our Voting Rights Are Under Assault

By Bryan Jenkins I’m having nightmares about the ongoing assault on voting rights, primarily affecting us voters of color. It’s a not-so-quiet movement taking place in the legislatures of 47 of these United States! In my 66 years, I’ve vo...

$50 Million Amphitheater Adds Another Attraction to Birmingham’s Uptown Entertainment District

By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times Birmingham’s booming Uptown Entertainment District got another boost on Monday when the BJCC, along with city officials and amphitheater operator Live Nation, broke ground to begin construction on a new 9,380-...

Birmingham Water Works General Manager Michael Johnson Retires

bwwb.org Birmingham Water Works (BWW) General Manager Michael Johnson has retired. BWW Chairwoman Tereshia Huffman issued a press release early Monday that said in part, “we wish Mr. Johnson well and thank him for his service to the system … the Boar...

Lenny Kravitz reveals he’s been celibate for 9 years

Photo: Getty Images Lenny Kravitz has revealed that he’s been celibate for nine years. According to The Guardian, Kravitz, 60, said he hasn’t had any casual flings for nearly a decade and is waiting until he finds the right woman. The i...

Tennessee EMS and First Responders Honored at the Annual Star of Life Awards Ceremony

NASHVILLE, TENN – EMS and emergency first responders were recently honored at theChildren’s Emergency Care Alliance of Tennessee (CECA TN) annual Star of Life Awardsceremony. Tennessee EMS and First Responders Honored at the Annual Star of Life A...

Federal Court blocks the Fearless Fund from issuing grants to Black women-owned businesses

A federal court issued a ruling against the Fearless Fund, temporarily blocking the firm from financially supporting Black and Women-owned businesses Monday afternoon. In a 2-1 ruling, the panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit i...

Love in the Spotlight Three Celebrity Couples Who Have Stood the Test of Time

[Photo: Instagram] In the glittering world of Hollywood, where relationships often flicker out as quickly as they spark, a few black celebrity couples have defied the odds, showcasing enduring love and commitment. These couples serve as beacons of ho...

Atlanta United loses 5th straight at home, fires manager Pineda

Charlotte came into the match with a record of 6- 4- 6 and seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings. Atlanta (now 4-4-8 overall), though further down in the standings, brought momentum with them back to Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday. A vi...

Man accused of shooting at Black woman while yelling racial slur at Kroger

Photo: (Allen County Sheriff’s Department) An Indiana man is facing charges after he recorded himself brandishing a handgun before walking through a grocery store and looking for people to shoot. Richard Kevin Klaff Jr. was charged with attempted m...

Leadership Indianapolis hosts Get on Board event to connect community leaders with local nonprofits

Leadership Indianapolis will host its popular annual Get on Board event,presented by AES Indiana, to connect interested individuals with local nonprofits lookingfor board, committee and volunteer talent. The event will take place from 4:30-6:30 p.m....

The University of Indianapolis mourns the passing of Dr. Gene Sease

It is with heavy hearts that the University of Indianapolis acknowledges the passing of Dr. Gene Sease, who served as the fifth president of the University. Dr. Sease’s life was a testament to visionary leadership and impactful community engagement....

Cardoso debuts, Reese vs Clark rivalry reignited in Fever’s 71-70 win over Chicago

During college, Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark had many run-ins during games and even in postgame interviews. Now, both are in the WNBA and the vendetta looks like it will continue. More than 17,000 fans filled Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown In...