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June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

A Dallas Principal Lost Her Job for Pulling Black Students Aside Over Their Grades — The Community Said She Wasn’t Wrong and the District Just Proved It by Quietly Hiring Her Back

A Dallas school district has appointed a former principal after she was removed from her last school. She is accused of calling a meeting of […] A Dallas Principal Lost Her Job for Pulling Black Students Aside Over Their Grades — The Community Said She Wasn’t Wrong and the District Just Proved It by Quietly Hiring Her Back

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Juneteenth And The Covenant Of Economic Liberation

Written by Orvin Kimbrough Freedom was declared. But the news arrived late. And for far too many, the fullness of freedom is still delayed. On June 19, 1865, under the...

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Mario Bailey Launches New Black Doctor Directory Despite Ongoing Discrimination Lawsuit By White Doctor

Originally published by BlackNews.com. Mario Bailey, a 31-year-old Jamaican-born entrepreneur and software engineer who immigrated to the United States in 2010, has launched BlackHealth.org, a new online platform designed primarily to...

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

American Black Film Festival marks 30 years of celebrating and protecting Black storytelling

With star-studded screenings, panels, and rooftop celebrations, ABFF continues its mission to elevate Black voices in film. In June of

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

North Carolina Cop Caught On Doorbell Camera Punching Black Woman Fired And Charged With Assault

Karson Hyder was fired from the Shelby Police Department over the weekend after video footage taken from a nearby doorbell camera captured his violent arrest of 34-year-old Cherrie Moore.

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Bill Cosby Ordered To Pay Nearly $60M In Damages, But Does He Actually Have It?

Bill Cosby was ordered to pay nearly $60 million in damages, but questions remain about whether he has the resources to cover the hefty sum.

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

8 Black-owned gift ideas for every dad this Father’s Day

Some dads deserve more than a generic card, and these Black-owned brands are making Father’s Day gifting easy, and meaningful.

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Spanish For Black Girls’ To Host 7th Trip For Professional Black Women

As more professional women seek opportunities to expand globally, increase career confidence, and travel with ease, Spanish for Black Girls continues its mission to help Black women become conversationally confident in Spanish...

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Education Department Set To Kill Trade School Student Loans

The move continues the Trump administration’s habit of promoting trade schools while simultaneously undermining access.

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Black Farmers File Lawsuit Against USDA Over $127M In Cancelled Grants

Plaintiffs argue the USDA violated federal law and due process protections when it abruptly revoked grant agreements

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

George Floyd’s family speaks out after Minn. GOP Derek Chauvin tribute, cites Kevin Hart roast controversy

The family criticized Minnesota GOP for honoring Chauvin and said recent backlash over a George Floyd joke at a Kevin

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Minn. GOP holds moment of silence for Derek Chauvin days after the 6th anniversary of George Floyd’s death

State officials denounced the tribute to Chauvin, whose conviction followed George Floyd’s killing and sparked a nationwide movement for racial

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Rising Tide Capital Appoints Visionary Leader, Dr. Joynicole Martinez, Its New CEO

BLACK ENTERPRISE caught up with Dr. Joynicole Martinez, the new CEO of Rising Tide Capital (RTC), for an important conversation about how the company’s vision will advance under her extraordinary...

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Dexter Wansel, Philly soul legend with vast family legacy who produced Teddy Pendergrass’ ‘Love TKO,’ dies at 75

His son, Andrew “Pop” Wansel, shared the news of his death on social media, saying his father fought illness for

June 2, 2026 · source link ↗

Steph Curry ends sneaker free agency with massive 10-year deal with Chinese company Li-Ning

The four-time champion and two-time NBA MVP left his previous sneaker home, Under Armour, after a 13-year partnership that helped

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Jay-Z Rocked His Natural Fro At The Roots Picnic

Jay-Z sent fans into a frenzy over the weekend—and not just because of his highly anticipated 2026 Roots Picnic performance. The rap icon stepped onto the stage, debuting a voluminous […] The post Jay-Z Rocked His Natural Fro At The Roots Picnic appeared first on Essence .

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Op-Ed: Serena Williams’s Return To Tennis Is A Reminder That Motherhood Is Not The End Of The Dream

After departing an iconic multi-decade career with an unprecedented 23 Grand Slam titles to her name, Serena Williams is returning to the tennis court. This time, she will return as […] The post Op-Ed: Serena Williams’s Return To Tennis Is A Reminder That Motherhood Is Not The End Of The Dream appeared first on Essence .

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Why So Many Influencers Fake ‘Luxury Events’ Online

Discover why so many influencers fake luxury events online, from rented mansions and staged parties to carefully planned social media content.

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Op-Ed: Is My Acne Too Black For You?

Growing up, my skin has found ways to shape shift into craters with deep valley pores. I’d look into the mirror and run my hands over my face, pretending it […] The post Op-Ed: Is My Acne Too Black For You? appeared first on Essence .

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Your Own People Hate You’: Stephen A. Smith Erupts After Kevin Hart’s Brutal Comment Crosses the Line Makes Him Rethink Their Entire Relationship

Kevin Hart is still facing the aftermath of his roast special nearly a month later. The May 10 event included jokes about his scandals, deceased […] ‘Your Own People Hate You’: Stephen A. Smith Erupts After Kevin Hart’s Brutal Comment Crosses the Line Makes Him Rethink Their Entire Relationship

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Spencer Leak Jr., 3rd-Generation Leader Of Chicago’s Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, Dies At 56

Spencer Leak Jr., a third-generation scion and co-leader of Chicago’s Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, died Sunday, May 31, at age 56, according to a statement released by the Leak Family. “It is with profound sadness...

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Michael’ is on track to become the highest-grossing music biopic ever

With an estimated $846.3 million worldwide, the film is less than $65 million away from surpassing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ as the

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Bronica’ is back: Brandy brings out Monica for a ’90s flashback at Roots Picnic

Styled in Cross Colours and supported by generations of R&B women, Brandy turned her festival performance into a tribute to

June 1, 2026 · source link ↗

Cardi B is helping promote New York’s new childcare program. Here’s why families nationwide are paying attention

The rapper and Lin-Manuel Miranda helped narrow down finalists in a citywide jingle contest, but the bigger story is New

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