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HBO Max's new show, Lanterns, starring Aaron Pierre, has Black audiences all over raving about its storytelling--thanks in large part to its latest episode. Here's why you should be watching, too!

The celebrity hairstylist-turned-entrepreneur opens up about honoring his late mother, betting on himself and building a Black-owned luxury brand.

From Blue Ivy Carter's Met Gala debut to Chase Infiniti's Oscar-winning breakout, these girls and young women are building the careers that will define the next era of Black Hollywood.

Black folks online are about to start the 'Great Lock-In' on September 1. Here's how you can join in, too!

Nathan Cofnas has been placed on a 3-month teaching ban.

The feud between Aaliyah's uncle and manager, Barry Hankerson, and his son, Jomo, is getting ugly after Barry made a claim that his son is to blame for the singer's death.

Antonio Stewart of South Carolina was in the middle of a job interview when police said he stole lottery tickets, then tried redeeming them nearby.

After 14 NBA seasons, Harrison Barnes is investing $25 million in an Iowa bank while building his future beyond basketball.

Young Black voters are questioning Democratic loyalty, demanding meaningful change and embracing candidates who speak directly to their frustrations and priorities.

Black leaders came to Martha's Vineyard for rest. They left with candidate pipelines, donor networks and a set of instructions that don't expire in November.