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by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Ferguson spent decades fighting for racial justice by challenging school segregation, reversing wrongful convictions, and sparing prisoners from execution. James E. Ferguson II, a civil rights lawyer who spent decades fighting for racial justice by challenging school segregation, reversing wrongful convictions, and sparing prisoners
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 A group of Chicago’s top Black women chefs is coming together to serve up more than just food — they’re serving community, culture, and collaboration with ‘A Taste of Black Excellence: Summertime Edition.’ Chicago’s vibrant food scene will get an infusion of cultural pride
by Daniel Johnson August 30, 2025 Intel ended a partnership with North Carolina Central University’s law school aimed at developing a pipeline for diverse recruits through the university’s Technology Law and Policy Center. The first impact of a deal between chip manufacturer Intel and the Trump Administration, which some economists
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Harvard Stadium will trade crimson for HBCU colors this Labor Day weekend as the inaugural Essence HBCU Classic brings Black college culture to Boston. A new college football tradition is taking shape in an unexpected place — Harvard Stadium. This weekend, the historic venue
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Marin County developer, Dietrick Burks, says local officials deliberately slowed his floating home projects because he’s Black. A Black real estate investor is suing Marin County, California, and its chief building official, claiming he was subjected to unfair permitting hurdles because of his race.
by Ida Harris August 30, 2025 New Edition’s Ron Devoe sat down to discuss the proud moment. On the heels of celebrating the 40-year legacy with a monumental, 31-city Legacy Tour back in 2023, the six members of New Edition—Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, and Mike, and of course Ralph Tresvant and
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Rising tariffs and trade enforcement are reshaping the economics of international e-commerce. For brands importing into the U.S. and shipping globally, duty costs have climbed significantly—especially with reciprocal tariffs and de minimis exemptions phasing out, which once allowed duty-free treatment on low-value imports.
by Kandiss Edwards August 30, 2025 More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt cleared this week thanks to the Atlanta Dream. More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Over the past few months, fewer families are showing up for care: Immigration enforcement has ramped up, and immigration policies have rapidly changed. Both Maggi and the families who rely on her — some of whom are immigrants — no longer feel safe.
by Sharelle B. McNair August 30, 2025 Schools across the nation, including historically Black colleges and universities, are stepping up to address hazing accusations. A free speech advocacy group claims that the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s (UTC) decision to pause the activities of fraternities and sororities may violate students’
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Ferguson spent decades fighting for racial justice by challenging school segregation, reversing wrongful convictions, and sparing prisoners from execution. James E. Ferguson II, a civil rights lawyer who spent decades fighting for racial justice by challenging school segregation, reversing wrongful convictions, and sparing prisoners
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 A group of Chicago’s top Black women chefs is coming together to serve up more than just food — they’re serving community, culture, and collaboration with ‘A Taste of Black Excellence: Summertime Edition.’ Chicago’s vibrant food scene will get an infusion of cultural pride
by Daniel Johnson August 30, 2025 Intel ended a partnership with North Carolina Central University’s law school aimed at developing a pipeline for diverse recruits through the university’s Technology Law and Policy Center. The first impact of a deal between chip manufacturer Intel and the Trump Administration, which some economists
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Harvard Stadium will trade crimson for HBCU colors this Labor Day weekend as the inaugural Essence HBCU Classic brings Black college culture to Boston. A new college football tradition is taking shape in an unexpected place — Harvard Stadium. This weekend, the historic venue
by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Marin County developer, Dietrick Burks, says local officials deliberately slowed his floating home projects because he’s Black. A Black real estate investor is suing Marin County, California, and its chief building official, claiming he was subjected to unfair permitting hurdles because of his race.
by Ida Harris August 30, 2025 New Edition’s Ron Devoe sat down to discuss the proud moment. On the heels of celebrating the 40-year legacy with a monumental, 31-city Legacy Tour back in 2023, the six members of New Edition—Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, and Mike, and of course Ralph Tresvant and
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Rising tariffs and trade enforcement are reshaping the economics of international e-commerce. For brands importing into the U.S. and shipping globally, duty costs have climbed significantly—especially with reciprocal tariffs and de minimis exemptions phasing out, which once allowed duty-free treatment on low-value imports.
by Kandiss Edwards August 30, 2025 More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt cleared this week thanks to the Atlanta Dream. More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Over the past few months, fewer families are showing up for care: Immigration enforcement has ramped up, and immigration policies have rapidly changed. Both Maggi and the families who rely on her — some of whom are immigrants — no longer feel safe.
by Sharelle B. McNair August 30, 2025 Schools across the nation, including historically Black colleges and universities, are stepping up to address hazing accusations. A free speech advocacy group claims that the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s (UTC) decision to pause the activities of fraternities and sororities may violate students’