GARY CRUSADER — Pastor Dr. Darius Brooks released his debut inspirational book, SAY, “SELF,” Volume I, on August 30, 2026, at Grace Central Church in Westchester,...
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY - SOUTHERNDIGEST — Southern University’s Gospel Choir (SUGC) received a nomination for the Stellar Award in the new HBCU Choir of the Year category....
Childhood friends Kevin G. Boyd, Sherri McGee McCovey and Bentley Kyle Evans reunite to create “The Varnell Hill Show,” a Paramount+ spin-off that revives Tommy Davidson’s...
CHICAGO DEFENDER — Chicago native Malachi Wright, a 24-year-old artist and UCLA graduate currently pursuing a master’s degree at California State University Long Beach, has created...
As an award-winning communications professional, Wright has worked with corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions, artists, and community organizations. In 2026, she expanded that work by...
BLACKPRESSUSA—After seven years of delays, Mahershala Ali confirms Blade is dead in the water — even as Marvel fast-tracks another Spider-Man movie, expands the X-Men, and...
BAYOU BEAT NEWS — For Black audiences, the bridge to Dolly will always run through Whitney Houston. Parton wrote “I Will Always Love You” as she...
TENNESSEE TRIBUNE — The Spruce Street Baptist Church Music Department will host “Songspiration,” a worship service on Sunday, September 13, at 11 a.m. The event, held...
HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS — Director Christopher Nolan’s film “The Odyssey” premiered in New York with a red carpet event outside AMC Lincoln Square on July 14,...
BIRMINGHAM TIMES — James Weldon Johnson, known for writing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," married Grace Nail Johnson in 1910. Johnson was an educator, journalist, diplomat,...
The screening was hosted by the East Bay Democratic Socialists of America and the Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation. Following the film, director Matthew Solomon joined...
THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Aretha Franklin's 1972 album *Amazing Grace* stands as a seminal live recording in American music history. Captured at the New Temple Missionary...
BLACKPRESSUSA—Fueled by the record-breaking success of the biopic Michael, fans across generations are converging on Las Vegas to mark Michael Jackson’s 68th birthday with special events...
WASHINGTON INFORMER — The recent departure of NFL analyst Ryan Clark from ESPN, despite fellow analyst Stephen A. Smith's objections, has renewed discussions about Black representation...
BLACKPRESSUSA—Kai Cenat’s Streamer University returned bigger in 2026, bringing together more than 100 creators, celebrities, and rising streamers for a week of collaboration, workshops, and livestreaming.
BLACKPRESSUSA—After public criticism put Earn Your Leisure and Atlanta at odds, Invest Fest founders and Mayor Andre Dickens say new conversations could lead to stronger collaboration...
HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS — Black cast members are delivering soul-stirring performances across 28 current Broadway productions. These shows highlight the grace, talent, and soul-rejuvenating abilities of...
THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Misty Copeland will curate the 2026 Joyce Ballet Festival, a two-week event in New York City from August 4-16. This role allows...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — Frat Games recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, bringing together members of the Divine Nine for a day of competition, culture, and community...
ATLANTA — Veteran comedian, actor, and television personality Rodney Perry is joining Black Press USA’s morning show, hosted by Niele Anderson, as a weekly contributor.
BLACKPRESSUSA OP-ED: Stephen A. Smith has no problem finding words. But when Ryan Clark left ESPN, all he could say was: "It hurts. It really does."...
ATLANTA – A sold out crowd was tickled pink at State Farm Arena as the Atlanta Dream faced off against the WNBA defending champion, Las Vegas...
BIRMINGHAM TIMES — Bobby Ross Avila, a Grammy Award-winning producer, songwriter, performer, and multi-instrumentalist, is the musical producer for Usher’s performances on the current R&B Tour...
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE: LeBron James picked Philadelphia to close out his career, and pairing with Jaylen Brown makes the 76ers instant contenders. But the bigger story is...
BLACKPRESSUSA OP-ED: The 2026 Emmy nominations recognize standout performances and historic directing achievements while reflecting the growing influence of Black actors, writers, producers, and directors throughout...
