Russell Westbrook Becomes NBA’s Highest Scoring Point Guard
by Kandiss Edwards January 4, 2026 Westbrook, 37, finished the game with 17 points, nine rebounds and six assists, playing for the Kings in his 18th NBA season. Russell Westbrook became the highest-scoring point guard in NBA history. On Jan. 2, Westbrook surpassed Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson’s career point total. The milestone came during the […]
Wells Fargo Refuses To Reimburse 83-Year-Old’s Fraud Claim
by Kandiss Edwards January 4, 2026 In May 2025, Wells Fargo denied Young’s fraud claim, saying her report was untimely. An 83-year-old Texas grandmother said Wells Fargo has refused to reimburse her for nearly $15,000 stolen through check fraud, a dispute her family and local police say continues to cause distress more than a year […]
New York County Appoints First-Ever Black Woman Sheriff In State History
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 4, 2026 Jackie Salvatore was sworn-in as New York’s first ever Black woman sheriff. New York has a new appointment to celebrate, electing its first-ever Black woman sheriff in the state’s history. A swearing-in ceremony in Columbia County held more historical resonance than usual, as it marked the beginning of Jackie […]
Dr. Janell Green Smith, a midwife who advocated for Black maternal health, dies of childbirth complications
Dr. Janell Green Smith, CNM, a South Carolina midwife who was passionate about her work, family, photography, travels, has died from complications related to childbirth. Proudly calling herself a “Loc’d” Midwife,” she was an advocate for Black maternal health, partnering with the nonprofit organization and app Hive Impact Fund, which acts as a resource for […]
Mc-What? McDonald’s Sued Over Claims Its McRib Has No Actual Rib Meat
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 4, 2026 The lawsuit says the fast food chain has misled customers to pay for a false premium meat cut. Some McDonald’s customers are fed up and alleging that the restaurant chain’s famous McRib has deceitful marketing. Four disgruntled customers argued that the McRib’s rib-shaped patty is being sold under false […]
Sheinelle Jones mourns the loss of her grandmother months after husband’s death
On Saturday, Sheinelle Jones shared beautiful memories of her 96-year-old grandmother, Josephine Vonceal Brown, in an emotional social media post announcing the passing of her beloved family matriarch. “It is with the heaviest heart that I announce the sudden passing of my grandmother,” Jones shared in her stirring caption, which accompanied more than a dozen […]
Chloe Bailey slams weight gain comment: ‘Why you talking about my body?’
Chloe Bailey is not up for comments that attempt to “rage bait” her about her weight. The 27-year-old singer was chatting casually with fans on a livestream Saturday, but at one point shut down a viewer, who told her she was “getting big.” “I’m actually losing weight,” she said. “And even if I was getting […]
Want To Save More Money This Year? Put It On Your Calendar
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 4, 2026 Most people approach saving money with good intentions, but it can be challenging to stay on track without the right tools. Most people approach saving money with good intentions, but it can be challenging to stay on track without the right tools. One surprisingly simple solution is implementing […]
Meet Laila Edwards: The first Black woman to play for Team USA’s Winter Olympic ice hockey team
A Black woman is making Olympic history for the USA’s women’s ice hockey team. At 21 years old, Laila Edwards will be joining the national team at this year’s Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina, becoming the first Black woman to do so. A native of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Edwards’ career on the ice began as […]
Matt Barnes and Anansa Sims wed in surprise ceremony
Former NBA player Matt Barnes has officially tied the knot with model and entrepreneur Anansa Sims. Neither Barnes nor Sims has yet to officially announce their nuptials, but ESSENCE confirmed the wedding this week after a pair of images from the intimate event were shared on Instagram stories, captioned “Congrats to Mr & Mrs Barnes.” […]