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by Kandiss Edwards January 12, 2026 Ilhan’s denied detention center visit occurred amid heightened tensions in Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and two other Democratic members of Congress were denied access to a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have become citizens of Guinea after tracing their ancestry to the West African nation. During a private ceremony on Friday, Jan. 9, the 44-year-old actress and the 36-year-old actor—who are currently traveling through the country—were awarded citizenship, ABC News reported. Speaking to BBC News, the
by Sharelle B. McNair January 12, 2026 RICE has become a staple in the ATL as the hub for the growth of Black businesses, with business owners traveling from all over for a seat at the table. The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) in Atlanta is calling for all
by Kandiss Edwards January 12, 2026 Scott was best known as the first Black woman to become a regular on-air member of ‘America’s Test Kitchen.’ Chef, cookbook author, and television personality Elle Simone Scott, a pioneering figure on PBS’s America’s Test Kitchen, has died at age 49. Multiple outlets confirmed
Amber Desiree “AD” Smith and Ollie Sutherland are officially parents. On Monday, Jan. 12, the 34-year-old reality star revealed in her first Instagram post in more than a month that she and Sutherland have welcomed a baby girl. Smith shared the news in a carousel of photos documenting her pregnancy
by Ahsan Washington January 12, 2026 Tax advice has evolved and become more accessible Tax advice has evolved and become more accessible in the digital age. Who could have imagined that social media would become a resource to gain tax tips? To kick off the tax season, TikTok’s For You
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 12, 2026 You can learn to manage financial setbacks, including holiday overspending, one step at a time. The holidays can be a delightful time—full of traditions, loved ones, and moments you want to make special. Between gifts, gatherings, and seasonal events, holiday spending can add
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations. The move represents an unprecedented escalation in President Donald Trump’s battle with the Fed, an independent agency
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 12, 2026 Underwood Law explains what the anticipated wealth transfer means for the economy in general and how it impacts people’s lives. As older generations (particularly baby boomers and the Silent Generation) retire or pass away, their assets and real estate are transferred to heirs,
Teyana Taylor is now a Golden Globe winner! The actress won the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in the Paul Thomas Anderson film, “One Battle After Another,” where she plays revolutionary leader Perfidia Beverly Hills. Her portrayal of the character has drawn critical
by Kandiss Edwards January 12, 2026 Ilhan’s denied detention center visit occurred amid heightened tensions in Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and two other Democratic members of Congress were denied access to a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have become citizens of Guinea after tracing their ancestry to the West African nation. During a private ceremony on Friday, Jan. 9, the 44-year-old actress and the 36-year-old actor—who are currently traveling through the country—were awarded citizenship, ABC News reported. Speaking to BBC News, the
by Sharelle B. McNair January 12, 2026 RICE has become a staple in the ATL as the hub for the growth of Black businesses, with business owners traveling from all over for a seat at the table. The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) in Atlanta is calling for all
by Kandiss Edwards January 12, 2026 Scott was best known as the first Black woman to become a regular on-air member of ‘America’s Test Kitchen.’ Chef, cookbook author, and television personality Elle Simone Scott, a pioneering figure on PBS’s America’s Test Kitchen, has died at age 49. Multiple outlets confirmed
Amber Desiree “AD” Smith and Ollie Sutherland are officially parents. On Monday, Jan. 12, the 34-year-old reality star revealed in her first Instagram post in more than a month that she and Sutherland have welcomed a baby girl. Smith shared the news in a carousel of photos documenting her pregnancy
by Ahsan Washington January 12, 2026 Tax advice has evolved and become more accessible Tax advice has evolved and become more accessible in the digital age. Who could have imagined that social media would become a resource to gain tax tips? To kick off the tax season, TikTok’s For You
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 12, 2026 You can learn to manage financial setbacks, including holiday overspending, one step at a time. The holidays can be a delightful time—full of traditions, loved ones, and moments you want to make special. Between gifts, gatherings, and seasonal events, holiday spending can add
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations. The move represents an unprecedented escalation in President Donald Trump’s battle with the Fed, an independent agency
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 12, 2026 Underwood Law explains what the anticipated wealth transfer means for the economy in general and how it impacts people’s lives. As older generations (particularly baby boomers and the Silent Generation) retire or pass away, their assets and real estate are transferred to heirs,
Teyana Taylor is now a Golden Globe winner! The actress won the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in the Paul Thomas Anderson film, “One Battle After Another,” where she plays revolutionary leader Perfidia Beverly Hills. Her portrayal of the character has drawn critical