Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia’s Public Service Commission
ATLANTA (AP) — Alicia Johnson will become the first Black woman elected to a statewide post that isn’t a judgeship in Georgia when she takes office on the state Public Service Commission on Thursday. Johnson held a ceremonial swearing-in Monday in the commission chambers in Atlanta, surrounded by family, friends and supporters. She called her election a […]
Ryan Coogler reveals original plot for Black Panther 2: ‘Chadwick was going to kill it’
Ryan Coogler just gave a sneak peak of his original plans for “Black Panther 2.” The Bay Area-born director appeared on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast as a part of his award season press run for “Sinners.” He revealed to host Josh Horomitz how he initially imagined the Marvel film’s sequel before star Chadwick Boseman’s […]
Victims in Anthony Joshua crash identified as trainers, close friends of the boxer
New information has emerged about the two men who died in the car accident involving British heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua in southwestern Nigeria on Monday, revealing they were not just passengers — they were part of his inner training circle. According to local reporting, the victims have been identified as 36-year-old Sina Ghami and […]
A Black mom shared her “first Coach bag” Christmas story. The internet had thoughts.
Over the holidays, a Threads post that seemed simple and sweet became one of those internet moments you just couldn’t scroll past. A woman with the Threads handle @thehoodhousewife shared that she had never owned a Coach bag and that her husband and children surprised her with one for Christmas. “Can I tell y’all something… […]
Diddy’s sons set to share their side, Zeus premieres new docuseries teaser
As the legal and cultural narrative surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs continues to dominate headlines, two of his sons are stepping forward with their own story. In a new teaser shared on social media, Justin Combs and Christian “King” Combs unveiled the first look at a documentary series set to premiere in 2026 on the Zeus […]
Holiday Tragedy: Boy, 15, Arrested In Fatal Christmas Shooting of 13-Year-Old Girl
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 29, 2025 Emony Nicole Jackson died at a local hospital in Orange County, Florida. In Orange County, Fla., 13-year-old Emony Nicole Jackson was shot at home on Christmas before dying from her injuries at a local hospital, WTOC reports. Officials from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) said a […]
Petition calling for Nicki Minaj to be deported gathers over 50,000 signatures
A viral online petition calling for rapper Nicki Minaj to be deported back to her native Trinidad and Tobago has surged across social media, reflecting a simmering backlash after her recent appearance at a conservative political event. The Change.org campaign titled “Deport Nicki Minaj to Trinidad” has quickly amassed tens of thousands of signatures in […]
The Rate-Cut Paradox: Why Lower Fed Funds May Not Mean Cheaper Mortgages In 2026
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors December 29, 2025 A borrower’s personal finances pinpoint where their rate will fall within the context of this average rate. Fed rate cuts: Are they good or bad for home buyers? You can count on it: When the Federal Reserve changes its interest rate, news headlines about mortgage rates will follow. […]
Anthony Joshua injured in deadly car crash in Nigeria
Anthony Joshua was injured Monday (Dec. 29) in a deadly car crash in Nigeria that left two people dead, according to local police. The 36-year-old former heavyweight world champion sustained minor injuries after the vehicle he was traveling in collided with another vehicle on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, the Police Command said. The crash occurred in […]
‘GWOAT’ Claressa Shields Inducted Into Michigan Sports Hall of Fame
by Mary Spiller December 29, 2025 The Flint-born boxing champion will be honored for her historic amateur career as she prepares for a major title rematch in Detroit. Claressa Shields, one of the most decorated boxers in American history, was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame this month, an honor that arrives while […]