Jasmine Crockett says Haley Stevens did Abdul El-Sayed ‘a favor’ by endorsing Republican
The Texas congresswoman questioned Stevens’ political future after she backed Mike Rogers over Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed.Rep. Haley Stevens may…
Texas Turning Blue Has People Celebrating Across Social Media
People are celebrating Texas turning blue on social media with reactions and excitement about what is to come!Social media is…
Amy Acton wins Ohio governor’s race after Vivek Ramaswamy’s vile attack ad
A Democrat hasn’t won the Ohio governorship since 2006. Democratic candidate Amy Acton is projected to win the race for…
Hakeem Jeffries poised to become first Black House speaker after Democrats win majority
Democrats have secured control of the U.S. House, setting the stage for Jeffries to make history and lead a new…
James Talarico wins U.S. Senate race in Texas, first Dem to win a statewide Senate race since 1988
Talarico defeats Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, one of President Trump’s biggest supporters.Texas state representative James Talarico has defeated Ken…
Dear Mama! Cynthia Erivo Will Play Afeni Shakur In Snoop Dogg Biopic
Award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Afeni Shakur, mother of late rap icon 2Pac, in the upcoming biopic…
In two minds: duality of Viktor&Rolf's design ideology on show in Milan exhibition
Spectrum, Viktor&Rolf’s exhibition in Milan, includes a gown from the Spring Summer 24 “Scissorhands” collection Courtesy of Viktor&RolfArt of Luxury…
Byron Allen Flips His Starz Investment And Nets $20M Gain
November 3, 2026The investment initially raised questions about Allen’s plans for Starz.Media mogul Byron Allen has sold his entire 10.7%…
Wes Moore cruises to re-election as talk of a 2028 presidential run grows
The 48-year-old Democrat defeated Republican Dan Cox as his national profile continues to rise amid speculation about his political future.Wes…
Republicans’ 2024 Support Has Declined, As They Scramble To Win Black And Latino Votes
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Polls indicate that nearly 1 out of 10 Trump voters from 2024…
Collectors Cristina Chacón and Diego Uribe to open contemporary art space in Miami
The new DC Lab, Miami Courtesy DC Art FoundationThe Colombian collectors and philanthropists Cristina Chacón and Diego Uribe will open…
Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race, becoming first Black man to hold state’s highest office
Donalds, a stringent advocate of President Trump, joins Wes Moore and Keisha Lance Bottoms as elected governors on Tuesday.In a…
Price Hikes And Fewer Options Mean Another Chaotic ACA Enrollment Period
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.The ACA open enrollment period started this weekend, revealing yet another price…
‘I’m standing on shoulders made of steel’: Keisha Lance Bottoms delivers powerful victory speech after historic Georgia win
Keisha Lance Bottoms honored her ancestors and Georgia lineage in her speech as Georgia’s first Black female governor.Keisha Lance Bottoms…
Aisle Be There! The Most Memorable Black TV Weddings That Had Us Saying ‘I Do’ To Melanated Marriages
Black TV has delivered some truly spectacular wedding episodes that have become defining moments in television history. Here are some…
Black Freshman Enrollment At Harvard Declines For 3 Years Straight Since Affirmative Action Ban
November 2, 2026Black students account for 9.3% of Harvard’s incoming Class of 2030, down from 18% in 2023, according to…
David Crowley makes history as Wisconsin’s first Black governor
The 40-year-old Milwaukee County executive defeated Republican Tom Tiffany in a historic election, pledging to lower costs for working families.David…
Justin J. Pearson is defeated by Brent Taylor in Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District race
Justin J. Pearson lost after leading a progressive campaign advocating for Medicare for All, living wages, and gun safety laws.…
Rep. Haley Stevens Endorsed Mike Rogers Because A Democratic Karen Is Still A Karen
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.OPINION: All it took was Abdul El-Sayed curving her once for Rep.…
Damian Lillard’s Insole Company Hits $8M In Revenue As NBA Demand Soars
November 1, 2026Lillard told the outlet that NBA players regularly request the products from team trainers, sometimes without knowing he…
Stacey Plaskett elected first woman governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands
The longtime congressional delegate makes history as the first Black woman ever elected from a territory, as more Black women…
2 Chainz apologizes after viral debate with Keith Lee over celebrity privilege
After claiming celebrities deserve special treatment during a viral exchange with Keith Lee, 2 Chainz is apologizing for his comments.After…
Black women are leading Georgia politics, from the governor’s mansion to Congress
Keisha Lance Bottoms, Penny Brown Reynolds, Tanya Miller and several other Black women are celebrating major victories in Georgia’s 2026…
2026 Election Day & National Sandwich Day Freebies and Deals
Midterm elections are here plus is National Sandwich Day, and some of our favorite retailers are offering deals that you…
Sydney's new $641m Powerhouse arts and science museum to open amid crisis
The two-wing museum project is counting down to a grand opening Courtesy Powerhouse StudioSydney’s Powerhouse, a new arts, design, science…
Keisha Lance Bottoms Claims Historic Win Over Rick Jackson While Standing On Enslaved Ancestors Shoulders Of Steel
November 4, 2026The former Atlanta mayor is now the governor-elect for the state of GeorgiaKeisha Lance Bottoms is now Georgia’s…
Trump threatens veto power after Black voters help deliver major losses to Republicans
Black leaders are calling Democrats’ takeover of Congress a “Blacklash” against Trump’s agenda, setting up a political showdown for the…
Eight People Indicted in $7 Million SNAP Benefits Fraud Scheme in New York
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Eight individuals have been indicted in connection with an alleged multimillion-dollar scheme…
ESPN commentator Michael Wilbon takes indefinite leave of absence to address health issues
The veteran sports commentator says people close to him noticed “worrisome signs” in recent years that he largely brushed aside.Michael…
Why Mary Cassatt was more than just a painter of the 'modern Madonna'
Mary Cassatt's The Boating Party (1893-94) National Gallery of Art, Chester Dale CollectionAs the centennial of the death of Mary…
R.J. Leeper Construction Pulls In $173.5M, Remains Among Charlotte’s Biggest Black-Owned Businesses
November 2, 2026The Charlotte construction firm remains a major player in the region’s Black-owned business landscape.R.J. Leeper Construction continues to…
NFL player reveals he flew on same Learjet with same pilots just weeks before deadly Florida crash
Former NFL player Joe Mixon mourned the nine victims of Sunday’s plane crash, including a 20-year-old co-pilot with dreams of…
‘Travel guides are far from neutral forms’: Art Week Tokyo video programme goes off the map
A still from Kandis Williams’s A Travel Guide: Black Gothic in South Korean Horror (2025) © Kandis Williams, courtesy the…
Marvin Winans breaks silence on Haley Stevens’ controversial church appearance with Mike Rogers
The Detroit pastor said he was unaware of the endorsement event outside his church and rejected claims that he cooperated…
Tatyana Ali survives tough ‘Dancing with the Stars’ critique as Cynthia Erivo prepares to join judges
Tatyana Ali advances on Dancing with the Stars after a 28-point Horror Movie Night performance, while Cynthia Erivo is set…
Black Business Advocate Azizza Davis Goines To Retire After 20 Years Leading Sacramento’s Black Chamber
November 2, 2026The longtime executive helped connect Black-owned businesses with corporate opportunities, technology companies, and economic development resources. Azizza Davis…
Juliana Stratton defeats Don Tracy in Illinois, joining historic Senate vanguard
Juliana Stratton will become the sixth Black woman to serve in the U.S. Senate and joins Sens. Angela Alsobrooks and…
Black Women Took Over The 2026 Daytime Emmys & More People Should Be Talking About It
We love to see it, so let's look at the winners, what they won for and the looks they wore…
Black leaders brace for Trump election interference and urge voters not to be intimidated
As Trump casts doubt on the midterms and his administration challenges election rules, Black leaders are urging voters to know…
The story behind Grant Wood’s American Gothic and what made it go viral
Grant Wood’s sister Nan Wood Graham and his dentist Byron McKeeby were the models for American Gothic (1930) Photo: rarehistoricalphotos.com.…
Jacolby Satterwhite Receives Inaugural ‘Artists Living With Cancer Grant’ At Rema Hort Mann Fund 30th Anniversary Gala
November 3, 2026The new Artists Living with Cancer Grant bridges RHMF’s core missions by providing at least $10,000 in unrestricted…
U.S. launches defensive strikes on Iranian targets as diplomatic talks continue
The military action comes amid an eight-month conflict, ongoing negotiations and pressure from U.S. allies to prevent a wider regional…
Yolanda Renee King, MLK Jr.’s only grandchild, casts her first vote
The 18-year-old granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr. says her parents instilled in her the importance of voting from an…
The True Power Of Black Voters Lies In Down-Ballot Races
National media often focus on the top of your election ballot, but local ballots dictate the policies shaping daily life…
WNBA Star Azzi Fudd Teams Up With Cash App To Revamp Dallas Basketball Court
October 31, 2026The project is part of Fudd’s ongoing partnership with Cash App, which has supported her efforts to expand…
NYPD seeks bullying records in fatal shooting of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong in the Bronx
Investigators are pursuing a subpoena for school records after the teen’s father said two students had been suspended for bullying…
Trump’s DOJ sends 1,000 election monitors to all 50 states as voters head to the polls
The nationwide deployment marks a significant expansion from previous elections, drawing scrutiny from voting rights advocates and Republican officials alike.As…
The HalloQueen Strikes Again! Janelle Monáe Transforms Into ‘The Amazing Phishboy’ For Wondaween Festival
Janelle Monáe’s Halloween celebration is officially back, and the self-proclaimed “HalloQueen” delivered another over-the-top night. The singer and actor kicked…
The name of a 3,500-year-old Egyptian dog depicted in a tomb painting has been revealed—and it has a unique link to the god Anubis
The dog’s painted presence and name meant that he would survive after deathPhoto courtesy of J. J. ShirleyA researcher has…
Dr. Martin Luther King’s Granddaughter Yolanda Casts Historic 1st Vote In Atlanta On Election Day
November 3, 2026The 18-year-old college student returned home to continue the King family legacyYolanda Renee King, the sole grandchild of…
Muriel Bowser says Trump’s D.C. improvements should not come at the expense of residents
The mayor said redevelopment of East Potomac Park should accommodate runners, cyclists and other residents who already use the public…
Michael Jordan had two words for Gabby Williams after Valkyries championship: ‘Stay hungry’
After Williams powered Golden State to its first WNBA title and earned Finals MVP, Jordan sent the newly crowned champion…
Election Day 2026: Here’s when polls open and close across the country
Millions of Americans are heading to the polls Tuesday, with control of Congress and dozens of governor’s offices at stake.Millions…
Italy set to create restitution panel for Nazi-looted art
Edouard Manet’s Portrait de M. Arnaud à cheval (1875) was sold in 1935 by the family of painter Max Liebermann,…
Michael B. Jordan, Wyclef Jean, And More Celebrate Muhammad Ali’s Legacy At ‘The Greatest’ Premiere
November 2, 2026The star-studded premiere celebrated the upcoming release of the first authorized scripted series chronicling the boxing legend’s life.Muhammad…
Faith Evans must pay $12.5 million in ongoing dispute over Notorious B.I.G. estate
The ruling directs millions from Biggie’s estate to a trust created by his late mother, Voletta Wallace.A Delaware judge ruled…
‘Life, Liberty And The Pursuit Of Happiness:’ Kimberlé Crenshaw On Intersectionality, Anita Hill, & The Future Of American Democracy
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Kimberlé Crenshaw, the legal scholar who coined the term intersectionality, discusses how…
Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats will weigh ‘next steps’ after Haley Stevens backs Republican Mike Rogers
Jeffries said Stevens “made a terrible decision” and signaled the caucus will discuss what comes next when Congress returns.Rep. Haley…
Twitter Fingers Fracas: Stefon Diggs Tells Court Assault Accuser Christopher Griffith Can’t Sue Over Social Media Post As Legal Battle Intensifies
Stefon Diggs is hitting back in court at the man accusing him of sexual assault. In newly filed documents, the…
Divine 9 and Military Members Represent on the 2026 One Voyage Cruise
Divine 9 and military members united aboard the 2026 One Voyage Cruise with comedian Steve Brown for a group photo.The…