D.C.’s Eleanor Holmes Norton, oldest member of Congress at 88, says she’s not going anywhere
As the Democratic Party continues to navigate its brand identity with the voting public following its disappointing loss in the 2024 elections—losing the White House and Congress—many are calling for aging party members to step aside and make room for younger, more effective voices in a political era being dominated by President Donald Trump. Despite […]
Kerry Washington says her family life is ‘not for public consumption’
When you think of Kerry Washington, if the first thing you think of isn’t “married mother of three,” well, that is by design. As InStyle’s latest cover star, the 48-year-old actress opened up about keeping her life with her husband, the 44-year-old actor and former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha — whom she shares two children, […]
Damon Dash files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, claiming just $4,350 in assets and $25M in debt
Damon Dash’s financial woes continue. On Thursday, September 4, in Florida, the 54-year-old Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, with just $4,350 in assets while facing more than $25 million in debt, the New York Post, People magazine, and Billboard reported. According to the filing, Dash’s assets are a $500 cell phone, two […]
Tyler Smith Aims To Be First Gen Z Man Elected To Texas House, Vows To Fight For Families
by Keka Araújo September 8, 2025 In a bid to represent District 138 in the Texas House of Representatives, Tyler Smith, a Democrat, announced his candidacy today to BLACK ENTERPRISE, promising to champion the needs of Houston families. Running in the Democratic primary election on March 3, 2026, Smith aims to unseat incumbent Republican Rep. […]
Angie Stone’s Family Sues Trucking Company Over Singer’s Death
by Jeroslyn JoVonn September 8, 2025 Angie Stone’s children have filed a wrongful death lawsuit over the circumstances surrounding her tragic passing. A wrongful death lawsuit filed by Angie Stone’s children is revealing her exact cause of death and the disturbing details surrounding it. On Sept. 2, Sheila Hopkins, who survived the crash that killed […]
Black Women Disproportionately Impacted By Breast Cancer Costs
by Mitti Hicks September 8, 2025 Having health insurance does not necessarily protect against the financial distress Black women bear a heavy financial burden when it comes breast cancer, a disease that already affects them disproportionately. Black women already face a 40% higher breast cancer death rate than white women with a similar diagnosis rate. […]
Fans Booed Donald Trump Real Bad When He Pulled Up To The US Open
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton September 8, 2025 Many fans had to wait longer to enter the stadium, missing start of men’s final, even after a late start time due to the President’s appearance The President of the United States appeared at the U.S. Open in New York City, sparking boos from the fans in […]
‘She loved us. She loved the culture’: Busta Rhymes honors the late Ananda Lewis at the 2025 MTV VMAs
We often talk about giving people their flowers while they are still alive to smell them, but during the 2025 VMAs, Busta Rhymes reminded us how important it is give them their flowers even after they have passed. While accepting MTIV’s first-ever “Rock the Bells Visionary Award,” the rapper took a moment to honor the […]
Angel Reese Invests In TOGETHXR, A Women Athlete-Founded Media Company
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman September 8, 2025 The WNBA all-star continues to put her money toward elevating women’s sports. Angel Reese is the latest investor in TOGETHXR, the media and e-commerce company founded by her peers in women’s sports. Reese will join the ownership cohort comprised of sports legends such as former soccer star Alex Morgan, […]
Taraji P. Henson Pours Up A New Era With Sweet Red Wine Blend In Seven Daughters Collaboration
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman September 8, 2025 The wine is the latest pour from her collaboration with Seven Daughters Moscato. Taraji P. Henson is all about creating her own brand empire. The renowned actress has revealed her new era in the wine industry, debuting a sweet red blend in her latest collaboration with Seven Daughters Moscato. […]