A free society runs on people trusting the information they are given. So when Black men start walking away from traditional media, that is not their problem to fix. It is a question the newsrooms need to answer. Trust is not won with a new marketing campaign. It is earned by telling the truth and showing up for the communities you claim to serve. blackenterprise.com/black-me…

A burning cross is not a prank. It is not a misunderstanding. It is one of the most recognizable symbols of racial terror in American history. For generations, burning crosses were used to intimidate, threaten, and instill fear in Black communities. Seeing one set ablaze in a public park in 2026 is disturbing and unacceptable. Hate cannot be normalized, excused, or ignored. Those responsible must be identified and held accountable.

Across the South, historic Black cemeteries are being neglected, vandalized, and threatened by development, putting generations of history at risk of being erased. These burial grounds are more than resting places. They are sacred spaces that hold the stories, sacrifices, and legacies of those who came before us. Our history deserves the same dignity in death as it did in life. capitalbnews.org/black-buria…

After spending a year away from home and waiting for a lifesaving heart transplant, Malia is finally back in Lexington with her family. For a child, home is comfort and love. Now, young Malia can focus on being a kid again, returning to school, and looking ahead to gymnastics. Wishing Malia and her mother, Jerrica, many joyful days ahead as they begin this new chapter together. 🙏🏿

Five years ago today, Eric Cole called 911 for help after reporting that he had been shot. Instead of receiving the care and protection he needed, he was struck by a police cruiser and died from his injuries the following day. His family is still seeking the truth about what happened that night. As we honor Eric's memory, we continue to stand with his loved ones in the fight for transparency, accountability, and justice. Rest in power, Eric.

Three Black men were exonerated after spending nearly 30 years in prison for the 1997 killing of a Philadelphia woman, despite no physical evidence tying them to the crime. Prosecutors said the case relied on unreliable eyewitness testimony and flawed forensic findings. This is why we keep demanding truth, accountability, and justice in a system that too often steals the futures of our people. Wrongful convictions destroy families, rob generations, and can never truly be repaid.

A strong community is built on the foundation of family, trust, and genuine relationships. When families are supported and connected, communities thrive—because trust becomes the bridge to opportunity, growth, and accountability. We must continue investing in real relationships that empower our people to uplift one another and strengthen the collective

For generations, Black families and communities kept the legacy of Juneteenth alive through remembrance, education, and celebration—long before it received national recognition in 2021. Juneteenth reminds us that progress is often driven by those who refuse to let history be forgotten.

My heart is with the three workers injured in the explosion at Baltimore's Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant and the families now waiting, praying, and hoping for good news. Officials say the explosion may have been caused by an electrical fault or arc flash while contractors were working to expand the plant's electrical capacity. We often take for granted the men and women who do the difficult and dangerous work that keeps our communities running. Every worker deserves to return home safely. As the investigation continues, these workers and their loved ones deserve answers, support, and the full story of what happened.

A family in Lee County, GA, was enjoying a reunion together when a man drove by yelling racial slurs. Minutes later, he returned wearing body armor and carrying an AR-15-style rifle before opening fire. Marine veteran Ramell Green stepped in to protect his family from a hate-fueled attack. Black families deserve to gather, celebrate, and make memories without fear of becoming targets. This was no misunderstanding but a deliberate act that endangered the lives of children and elders. When innocent lives are put in the crosshairs of hate, accountability is not optional and justice is NOT negotiable.

Jalil Richardson spent months behind bars after he says AI facial recognition technology wrongly identified him as a suspect in a stolen vehicle case. The charges were dropped, but he reportedly lost his job, his home, and custody of two children. Technology should never replace a thorough investigation, especially when someone's freedom is at stake!

Eleven-year-old Monica Goods should be here today, making memories with her family. Instead, her life was cut tragically short when a former New York state trooper rammed her family's SUV, causing the crash that took Monica's life. The trooper has been sentenced to up to 7.5 years in prison. While no sentence can bring Monica back or heal the pain her family has endured. Her family deserved justice, and her memory deserves to be honored.

20-year-old Elijah Jones went to work and never came home. He died from blunt force trauma in a workplace incident at the New Process Steel facility in Columbus, Mississippi. His mother says she still has no answers about what happened, and OSHA has been investigating since April 29. No family should be left in the dark after such a tragedy. cdispatch.com/news/rememberi…

Thomas Farley spent the last year of his life paralyzed after being tased six times by a Palm Bay police officer and falling headfirst from a six-foot fence. His mother stood by his side every day until he took his last breath in June of 2025. We filed this lawsuit because Thomas deserved to live, and his family deserves accountability, transparency, and justice.

92-year-old Milagros Ortiz was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was tragically cut short after a crash involving an Orlando police vehicle. Her family is heartbroken, and their pain is compounded by the decision not to file charges. We stand with the Ortiz family and will continue fighting for truth, accountability, and justice in Milagros’ memory.

Two years ago today, Rolin Hill lost his life during what should have been a moment of care and compassion. Rolin was only 34 years old. He was a son, a brother, and a man who deserved help during a mental health crisis, not violence. As we honor his memory, we stand with his family in their continued pursuit of accountability and answers. Rolin's life mattered, and we will continue fighting to ensure his story is never forgotten.

Two Black boys running a lemonade stand received an unexpected show of support after someone called 911 on them. Instead of shutting them down, Kansas City police officers and firefighters showed up to support them, helping them earn hundreds of dollars. This is what community should look like! Investing in our youth instead off discouraging their entrepreneurship. ✊🏿