Written by *Originally Published By Blacknews.com Nationwide — Dr. Shawanda Moore, an HBCU grad of Southern University now known as The Tax Docta, a Black-owned tax and financial services firm, is now offering Royal Tax Box software designed to assist aspiring and current tax preparers to start and grow their very own tax business. Her company, which … Continue reading “HBCU Grad Turned “Tax Docta” Makes History, Launches Franchise Opportunity For Black Entrepreneurs”
NBA player Tristan Thompson is being accused of being a “deadbeat father” to his six-year-old son, TMZ reports. Kai Craig, sister of Thompson’s ex-girlfriend, Jordan Craig, jumped on Instagram to bash the Cleveland Cavalier player for painting the picture of being a model father. She called him out for doing more for the two children … Continue reading “Sister of Tristan Thompson’s Ex-Girlfriend Accuses Him Of Being A ‘Deadbeat Father’”
In a transformative move to bolster economic opportunities for Black entrepreneurs, the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) proudly announces an $800,000 grant from Walmart, facilitated by the Walmart Center for Racial Equity. This collaboration between RICE and Walmart aims to advance economic mobility for Black entrepreneurs not just in Atlanta but throughout the nation. … Continue reading “Walmart Empower Black Entrepreneurs Nationwide”
After eight years, NPR reports, comedian Roy Wood, Jr. is saying goodbye to Comedy Central’s The Daily Show. The correspondent position, which he has held since 2015, will be vacant for the time being as Wood took to Twitter to announce his brave decision, using a quote from Doug Herzog. “You don’t own these jobs. You … Continue reading “Roy Wood, Jr. Closes The Curtain On ‘The Daily Show’ After 8 Years”
A 35-year-old mother was arrested in connection with her son’s drowning—in what her attorney called retaliation—after she filed a million-dollar lawsuit against Camp Cohen Water Park and the City of El Paso in Texas. The woman, identified as Jessica Weaver, was taken into custody in September and faces a charge of injury to a child … Continue reading “Mother Arrested After Filing Million-Dollar Lawsuit In Connection To Drowning of 3-Year-Old Son”
Former NFL player Marshall Lynch was considered one of the greats when he was the starting running back for the Seattle Seahawks. In 2014, he helped the Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII, playing alongside quarterback Russell Wilson. On a recent episode of Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay, he told the former Undisputed co-host about his nonexistent relationship … Continue reading “Marshawn Lynch Gives Photographic Reaction When Asked About Relationship With Russell Wilson”
“Keep in touch with family,” read a letter written by Lacretia Johnson Flash’s late mother. “You may want to go back to Tennessee?” Nearly 22 years later, Flash, senior vice president for DEI, community, campus culture, and climate at Berklee College of Music, discovered an intriguing story about her ancestry. She hails from an ambitious line of … Continue reading “DEI Exec Learns Her Ancestors Were Enslaved By Congressman Brett Guthrie’s Ancestors”
The 2025 BLACK ENTERPRISE XCEL Summit For Men is “Made For Men. Built For Impact.” The summit will take place Oct. 15–17 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, featuring a packed schedule of leadership intensives, coaching, and networking designed to empower Black male professionals and entrepreneurs. Oct.15 After arrival and check-in, the events … Continue reading “Here’s What’s On The Agenda For 2025 BLACK ENTERPRISE XCEL Summit For Men”
The cast and crew of the inaugural Purple Rain musical are ready for its Oct. 16 premiere in Prince’s hometown of Minneapolis. Kris Kollins, a multi-instrumentalist with a wide vocal range, makes his theatrical and acting debut as the iconic Prince character, The Kid. Like Prince before Purple Rain, Kollins has never acted professionally. He … Continue reading “‘Purple Rain’ Musical Finalized Ahead Of Minneapolis Premiere And Broadway Debut”
StylesVille Barbershop & Beauty Salon, the oldest black-owned barbershop in the San Fernando Valley area, has been given landmark status by the city of Los Angeles. According to The Los Angeles Times, the barbershop, initially opened in 1957 by Freddie and Ollie Carter in the Pacoima section, was designated a historic cultural monument when it obtained landmark … Continue reading “San Fernando Valley Barbershop Given Landmark Status”