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NABJ’s Errin Haines’ Bold Defense of Accountability in Black Media
NABJ President Errin Haines explains why Stephen A. Smith received the Thumbs Down award, and why accountability remains central to Black journalism.
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NABJ President Errin Haines: Protecting Black Journalism Means Calling Out Bad Work
NABJ President Errin Haines explains why Stephen A. Smith received the Thumbs Down award, and why accountability remains central to Black journalism.
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Mattel Just Announced a New UNO Championship Tournament, and Black Folks Have Questions
News of a new $50,000 UNO tournament has Black folks debating house rules and wondering if there will be security.
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A Woman Already Charged With Kidnapping a Newborn is Now a Suspect in the Case of Missing Georgia Sisters
Police say Lakesha Brown allegedly befriended mothers, gained their trust and kidnapped children in cases spanning Georgia and Alabama.
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New Development in Karmelo Anthony Case as Judge is Ousted Ahead of New Trial Bid
Months after Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of killing Austin Metcalf, the judge presiding over the trial has been recused before a bid for a retrial.
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Nolan Wells’ Family Honors His 19th Birthday With a Touching Tribute
On what should have been his 19th birthday, Wells' family celebrated his life, shared their grief and continued seeking answers.
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Black BookTok Drags Publisher for Botched Promo of a Popular Romance Novel
A paid promotion from Nash Reads misrepresented Jahquel J.’s popular romance, leaving readers questioning the publisher’s creator strategy.
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Mary J. Blige’s Candid Conversation With Michelle Obama Reveals a Change of Heart About Motherhood
Mary J. Blige opened up about her decision not to have kids on an episode of "IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson," and Black Twitter has thoughts.
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Left in the Dark: More Than a Week After Devastating Storms, Gary Residents Are Still Without Power
Gary residents are still waiting for power, answers and relief as crews work to repair damage left by deadly storms.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Head Back to the UK, But Black TikTok Has Some Thoughts
After six years of living in the U.S., Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the U.K., and Black folks online have thoughts.