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This Philly Group Is Fighting Period Poverty with Handmade Pads

Led by the Pan-African Sisterhood Health Initiative, volunteers sew reusable pads to help girls in need attend school.
12/30/2024

New Bodycam Footage Shows New York Corrections Officers Beating Inmate Who Later Died

Disturbing video reveals Marcy Correctional Facility officers repeatedly striking Robert Brooks.
12/30/2024

Costco Doubles Down on DEI Efforts Despite Backlash

The retail giant says it refuses to waver in its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
12/30/2024

Man Charged After Setting Woman On Fire In Possible Domestic-Related Attack

A North Carolina man was arrested after dousing Ashanti Downey in gasoline and setting her on fire.
12/30/2024

Jimmy Carter, 39th President Who Became Human Rights Champion, Dies at 100

The one-time Georgia peanut farmer was a Nobel Prize winner who continued as a humanitarian after leaving the White House.
12/29/2024

BET Year in Black 2024: A Star-Studded Look Back at an Unforgettable Year

Don’t miss the stories and stars that shaped the year, featuring Jason Lee, Ms. Pat, Michael Blackson, Pretty Vee, and Muni Long.
12/27/2024

Mother Speaks Out After Daughter Is Set on Fire in Heinous Attack

Ashanti Downey was doused with gasoline and set ablaze. She remains in critical condition.
12/27/2024

This Week in Good Black News: Travis Scott's Toy Drive, Mariah Carey's Holiday Milestone, and Swizz Beatz’s Son's College Acceptance

Plus, Usher teaches his daughter’s class of preschoolers the ‘Glitch’ in an adorable new clip.
12/27/2024

Lil Reese Sentenced to 5 Years After Being Found Guilty of Assaulting Family Member

The incident reportedly occurred in March 2022.
12/24/2024

Poet and TV Writer Aziza Barnes Dies at 32

The Los Angeles native is best known for their work on “Snowfall” and the “Game of Thrones” prequel “Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.”
12/23/2024

Milwaukee Woman Allegedly Performed Dental Work Without a License for Years

Jessica Stewart, owner of Dr. J Dental Spa, denies posing as a dentist.
12/23/2024