News by subject: BLK

Today, we stand at a pivotal moment for District 9. A moment that underscores the incredible resilience and potential of our community. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee is leading the charge to transform one of our most underserved...

Lionel Ryes, represented by Rob Wiley, P.C., filed suit in federal court against Cathcart Repair Facilities, LLC for race discrimination and retaliation. Mr. Ryes alleges he was treated differently than other employees because he is Black. According...

During today's press conference at NRG Stadium, Webber Marketing, in partnership with the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority and Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, unveiled thrilling plans for the 10th Anniversary of the Pepsi National Battle of...

After smashing pre-sale records with tens of thousands of copies already ordered, accompanied by overwhelming public enthusiasm for Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise...

Students of a volunteer service organization will have the opportunity next week to hear from NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps aboard the International Space Station....

Members of Montreal's Black communities will have access to a modern and dynamic new venue to showcase their artistic and cultural expression, thanks to an investment of nearly $16 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Steven...

As the pace of technological change moves faster than it ever has before, TD Bank Group (TD) today announced two new initiatives that received funding from TD through the TD Ready Commitment to support underrepresented and underserved communities by...

As the nation continues to emerge from the recession brought on by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, a new report on youth employment, Uneven Recovery and Sustained Inequality after the COVID-19 Recession: Employment for Chicago's Youth and Young Adults,...

The Jazz in the Heights - Southern Soul Mother's Day Edition, hosted by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kionne McGhee on May 11, 2024, at Zoo Miami, attracted over 17,000 guests for a celebration of soulful music, delicious food, and local small...

A recent national survey conducted by Action for Healthy Kids found that parents and caregivers of school-aged youth share worries about time spent on electronics, physical safety at school and their child's mental health. Parents surveyed...

AARP Pennsylvania's first 2024 election survey shows that candidates should pay close attention to Pennsylvanian voters ages 50 and older, and highlights the priorities and concerns of Black voters ages 50 and older that will likely influence the...

V&V Supremo® Foods, Inc., a leading producer of authentic Mexican cheeses, cremas and chorizo, is proud to announce the launch of its newest product: chicken chorizo. This innovative addition to the company's chorizo line offers consumers a delicious...

As the nation continues to emerge from the recession brought on by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, a new report on youth employment, Uneven Recovery and Sustained Inequality after the COVID-19 Recession: Employment for Chicago's Youth and Young Adults,...

Overbrook veteran Jana Babatunde-Bey and J. Bey Entertainment announce their upcoming project CURTSY- a feature comedy about complicated mother-daughter relationships set in the exclusive world of African American Debutantes. While Cotillions in...

@newconceptpr - The versatile and controversial urban music singer-songwriter and arranger from the Dominican Republic, NFASIS (Joel García Domínguez), is back with a new single that promises to make the dance floors vibrate, "A la...

Urban One, Inc., the largest Black-owned & Black-targeted diversified media company, returns to Cannes this June with some of the biggest global brands for a week of innovative discussions, creative collaborations, and exclusive experiences. Through...

Diversity and inclusion have long been key to Canada's success and prosperity, and Black Canadians have contributed to making Canada the country it is today. The Government of Canada is investing in Black-led and Black-serving organizations across...

Time is running out to join us at the pinnacle of philanthropy and culinary excellence! The National Black College Alumni (NBCA) Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. invites you to the 18th Annual Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. Taste of Heritage Gala, happening this...

Vision Mortgage Group announces Legacy Builder, a proprietary loan program for first-generation, first-time homebuyers that features a 1% down payment and 2% grant down payment assistance....

A new travel guide offers unique insights into the experiences...

Fair360, formerly DiversityInc, has named Toyota North America* one of its 2024 Top 50 Companies, ranking fourth among the 160 companies participating in the survey. Toyota has maintained its position for the third year in a row and continues to be...

The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) has announced the recipients of its inaugural Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G): Bridge and Build 2023/24 program. This ground-breaking investment of over $9.1 million will empower 107 Black-led, Black-focused, and...

DiscoverU Health, a pioneering concierge medicine practice led by a commitment to minority health, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest initiative, "Bridging Health Equity by 2025 - A Call to Minority Businesses". This campaign seeks to...

For the second annual year, La Roche-Posay, the Women's Dermatologic Society (WDS) and Department of Dermatology at Howard University are pleased to announce the selection of the 2023 deserving Diversity in Dermatology Fellowship recipient, Dr. Helen...

@newconceptpr - Renowned as the "Tax Master," Carlos Ramírez EA (Enrolled Agent) MBA, President and Founder of the Latin American Business Institute LABITAX, and an iconic figure in the world of tax education, presents the USA TAX CONVENTION for the...

PermitUsNow proudly announces the participation of its esteemed leader, Helen Callier, in the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of the new Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital campus. With hundreds of invited guests and dignitaries...

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kionne McGhee is proud to announce a major economic development initiative that will significantly benefit the South-Dade community. In response to recent inquiries regarding the economic viability of the proposed...

CareerEco, the leading virtual recruiting platform that allows participants to connect in real-time from anywhere, introduces two new self-service features to support the ever-changing landscape for virtual recruitment and easily hosting events....

Panorama Mortgage Group, LLC (PMG), a leading nationwide independent mortgage bank headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, operating under the DBA's Alterra Home Loans, Vision Mortgage Group, LEGACY Home Loans and Lone Peak Lending, announces the launch...

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and the Division of Festivals celebrate the resounding success of the 2024 St. Thomas Carnival....

The Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice at Tufts University School of Medicine recently hosted the 7th Annual Black Maternal Health Conference, the nation's...

Mick Hunt, the dynamic force behind the #1 Self-Improvement podcast "Mick Unplugged," is celebrated as one of Black Leaders Worldwide's Men To Watch 2024 honorees as he continues to make waves in the world of leadership and personal development....

Radicle Science, award-winning healthtech B-corp and Proof-as-a-Service pioneer, proudly announces the appointment of Pamela Jones Harbour, the first African-American female Commissioner of the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC), to its...

Today, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is proud to announce the launch of the VOICES of Black Women® study, the largest behavioral and environmental focused population study of cancer risk and outcomes in Black women in the United States.  Designed...

Embark on a journey through time where history and culture meet creativity and fashion in this special exhibition opening May 11 at Jamestown Settlement featuring the legendary costumes of Ruth E. Carter, two-time Academy Award winner.   ...

Burrell Communications Group, one of the world's most highly regarded Black-owned advertising agencies, has announced the appointment and promotion of several senior-level executives to complete its long anticipated restructuring, and its growing...

TeachRock, the education resource founded by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Van Zandt, announces today that they have partnered with WETA, the flagship PBS station in Washington, DC, on the latest PBS series from Henry Louis...

The Honorable Lisa D. Cook, Ph.D., returned to her roots and hometown in Milledgeville May 4 to give two keynote addresses at Georgia College & State University commencement ceremonies....

In his new book, "Beyond the Bamboo Curtain", Dr. Michael Soon Lee explains why white Americans are getting more comfortable with learning about the history of Asians in America while, in the past year, politicians in some 30 states have attempted to...

Today, Mary J. Blige, PEPSI®, Live Nation Urban and MVD Inc. announce the talent, official sponsors and exclusive experiences offered at the third annual Strength of a Woman Summit, being held Saturday, May 11th at The Glasshouse in New York City....

TIME has named Yale School of Medicine immunobiologist Dr. Akiko Iwasaki to the 2024 TIME100 Health, the magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in global health care. She was also named last week to the TIME100, TIME's list of the...

Tapestry Networks' Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity in Action (IDEA) initiative, in partnership with Spelman College, a global leader in the education of women of African descent, will host Reimagining the Future of Talent, a dialogue on the...

1863 Ventures proudly announces that our esteemed Founder and General Partner, Melissa L. Bradley, has been honored with the prestigious John Carroll Award. The accolade was presented during the 72nd Annual John Carroll Weekend at the Royal Dublin...

Some of Alameda Health System's newest parents will have original songs to sing to their babies this Mother's Day: lullabies they wrote themselves....

Walter M. Kimbrough ? the former president of Dillard University and a prominent figure in HBCU advocacy  ? will deliver the opening keynote at the 2024 Annual Meeting for the Minority Serving - Cyberinfrastructure Consortium (MS-CC), May 29-31, in...

YUZU, the new social and dating platform designed for the Asian community, proudly announces its comprehensive initiative in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. With a commitment to uplifting, supporting, and...

In June 1964, while Congress was in a stalemate debating the Civil Rights Act, attention turned southward as St. Augustine became the epicenter of the fight for equal rights for all Americans. The nation's oldest city made national news as peaceful...

Queen City Angels (QCA), the oldest organized angel group in the Midwest, today announced a strategic partnership with Black Achievers, a prominent networking organization dedicated to connecting African American professionals...

Today, Guitar Center announced the induction of four-time Grammy® winning guitarist Gary Clark Jr. into the retailer's iconic RockWalk. The private ceremony took place at Guitar Center's Hollywood location on Sunset Boulevard. Following the...

RUNWAY announces the launch of its first in-house integrated capital investment fund committed to investing $50 million into businesses, co-operatives, and grassroots organizations building wealth in Black communities in select regions* across the...