The Unite Story: Connecting Community
Samuel Knox | Publisher & Staff Writer Every great community movement begins with a conversation. For UniteNews Magazine, that spark ignited in the summer of 1987 when Mark Dixon and Samuel Knox sat down to discuss one big question: How could they help connect Springfield’s Black community? Out of that exchange, a bold idea […]
Trump says no SNAP benefits will be provided until government reopens, creating confusion
In what appeared to be a major reversal, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that no SNAP food assistance will be funded until the government reopens. The announcement seemed to violate court rulings from federal judges who ordered the federal government to use emergency funds to keep the program funded. On Monday, the U.S. Department […]
Loretta Devine keeps it real on ‘Dreamgirls’ revival: “Why can’t these young people make up their own shows?”
Loretta Devine has once again reminded us why her voice carries weight both on and off stage. While attending the DIVA Foundation’s 35th annual “DIVAS Simply Singing! Raising Health Awareness” event, which raises vital funds for programs that support HIV/AIDS prevention and other health disparities impacting marginalized communities, the legendary actress shared her reaction to […]
ATL Food Bank Uses $5M In Reserve To Feed Families Amid SNAP Cut
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman November 4, 2025 The food bank has already seen a surge in interested customers amid SNAP funding shortages. An Atlanta Food Bank is looking into its own monetary reserves to feed families as the SNAP funding shortages get underway. The Atlanta Community Food Bank supplies groceries to nearly 700 pantries across north […]
Grandma’s House Should Stay In The Family: Ending Cycle Of Loss In Black Families
by Mitti Hicks November 4, 2025 Ten years into practicing probate law, Jehan Crump-Gibson hit a wall with estate planning Ten years into practicing probate law, Jehan Crump-Gibson hit a wall with estate planning. She grew exhausted with the court cases, especially among her Black clients, of families arguing over grandma’s house, granddad’s money, and […]
DJ Premier Blasts Public Leak Of D’Angelo’s Private Funeral Service
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton November 4, 2025 ‘That shows that fake love is even at your funeral’ Hip-hop producer DJ Premier took to social media to lambast people who attended the funeral service of neo-soul recording artist D’Angelo and posted photos, videos, and even the location of the gravesite after the family specifically requested […]
Racial Health Disparities Could Widen As States Grapple With Trump Cuts, Experts Warn
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors November 4, 2025 Hundreds of grants have been terminated for state, loca, and territorial health departments as well as nonprofits and universities, many of which addressed health equity across rural, low-income and communities of color. Racial health disparities may widen as states, universities, and nonprofits grapple with federal funding cuts to […]
Sherri Shepherd honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Sherri Shepherd has been honored with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame on Monday (Nov. 3). The comedian, actress, and daytime talk show host received the star after thirty years of working in the industry, from co-hosting “The View” and her own talk show, “Sherri,” to being in countless movies and shows like “Guess […]
Amid Crosstalk From Trump, Pennsylvania Republicans Encourage Mail Voting
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors November 4, 2025 But as state-level Republicans increasingly embrace mail voting, it appears voters are starting to as well, Votebeat reports. In August, President Donald Trump vowed on social media to “lead a movement to get rid of MAIL-IN BALLOTS” and mail voting. In Pennsylvania, though, Republicans are sending voters a […]
Ask Your Fairygodmentor®: How To Thrive At Work While Caring For An Aging Parent
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors November 4, 2025 It truly takes a village Reader’s Question: Dear Fairygodmentor, I’m juggling a demanding job and caring for an elderly parent. How can I manage both without sacrificing my career or health? – Balancing Act Dear Balancing Act, Whew! I truly overstand what you are going through. You’re working two full-time […]