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blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 1h

D’Angelo And Angie Stone’s Son On Losing Both Parents In 7 Months: ‘Very Rough And Sad Year For Me’

Michael Archer II, the son of D’Angelo and Angie Stone, talked about his father’s death, seven months after losing his mother.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 2h

Meet ‘Aunt Rhonda:’ The Woman Who Stopped At Nothing To Bring Fresh Food Options To A Syracuse Desert

After leaving her career in finance in 2020, Vesey put all her energy into creating Food Access Healthy Neighborhoods Now (FAHNN), a local organization that works with volunteers to fill the gap with fresh food options with farmers markets for neighborhoods labeled as food deserts.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 2h

‘Me Too.’ Launches Star-Studded Disruptors Council With Viola Davis, Gabrielle Union

The council will use its influential platform to address the persistent sexual violence crisis.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 3h

Able-Bodied Adults Beware Of New Requirements To Receive SNAP Benefits In Wake Of Trump Bill

The Big Beautiful Bill has ended a waiver program that many states have used to opt out of work requirements.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 3h

Home Depot Launches ‘Path To Pro’ Program To Expand Trade Hiring And Training

Home Depot has launched a new program designed to elevate and expand careers in the skilled trades.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 4h

Jamaica Stand Up! Stephen Marley, Beenie Man Honor Reggae Icon Allan ‘Skill’ Cole

Reggae stars honored the life and legacy of Jamaican footballer and former Bob Marley manager Allan "Skill" Cole.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 4h

Fani Willis Speaks On ‘Culture of Fear’ After Removal From Trump Case

In September, the state’s highest court voted 4-3 not to hear the appeal of a lower court’s decision to remove Willis.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 5h

Shareef O’Neal Signs With Wasserman Group

Shareef O’Neal has signed with Wasserman Group, a sports marketing and talent management company, to elevate his career beyond basketball.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 5h

Revolutionary Transgender Rights Activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy Dies At 78

Legendary transgender activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy died at home surrounded by family and loved ones.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 6h

Family Of Wisconsin Man Fatally Shot By Off-Duty Cop Calls Shooting ‘Justified’

The family of a Black man fatally shot by an off-duty Milwaukee cop says they won’t file a lawsuit, calling the shooting "justified."

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 6h

Dr. Marcyliena H. Morgan, Founder Of The Hip Hop Archive And Research Institute, Dies At 75

Marcyliena H. Morgan, founding director of Harvard's Hip Hop Archive & Research Institute, died from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 7h

Let The Church Say, ‘AMEN:’ Jaguars’ Travis Hunter Baptized Before Latest NFL Game

Travis Hunter was recently baptized before his latest NFL game

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 7h

Chicago Mansion Once Owned By R. Kelly Sold For $1.6M

The Chicago mansion that R. Kelly once owned over 10 years ago, was recently sold for $1.6 million.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 8h

Governor Newsom Draws Line On Reparations: Approves Study, Vetoes College Preference For Slave Descendants

Critics allege the move would be a violation of Proposition 209 - prohibiting the state’s public universities from considering race in admissions - thanks to the controversial U.S. Supreme Court overturn of affirmative action in 2023.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 8h

LSU’s Divine 9-Hosted Annual Homecoming Step Show Was An Ode To Black Culture

The cohort of Black Greek Letter Organizations has made its mark on campus with this time-honored tradition.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 8h

Elevating Your Excellence: Thelma Golden Is At The Forefront Of Black Art And Culture

Her curatorial vision was also instrumental in the 1993 Whitney Biennial.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 9h

Ed Gordon Is The Host With The Most At The XCEL Summit For Men

“Through decades of groundbreaking interviews and steadfast advocacy, Ed Gordon continues to amplify voices and shape narratives that matter,” BE noted.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 10h

Diddy Forks Over ‘Freak-Off’ Tapes To FBI

After being ordered to turn over videotapes of his "freak-offs," Sean "Diddy" Combs has complied and handed them over to the FBI.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 10h

Shaq’s Eldest Daughter Joins NBA Legend’s Foundation For $24M Youth Complex Project

With this new position, O'Neal will spearhead its latest development of a new Boys & Girls Club youth facility.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 10h

D’Angelo Transitioned But His Spirit Lives On Through His Music

These seven songs (among many others) stand as a living testament to D’Angelo’s aura.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 11h

All-Boys Catholic School In Philly Offers First HBCU Symposium To Encourage Black Students

Emphasizing a mission for these numbers to grow, the Catholic school hosted it first-ever HBCU symposium Oct. 11.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 11h

BLACK ENTERPRISE’s XCEL Summit Has Given Black Men Their Flowers For 9 Years

This year’s XCEL Summit for Men, takes place October 15-17, at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Orlando. comes when attacks on Black professionals and executives are rising.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 12h

Reignited Partnership: Stefon Diggs And ASICS Kick Off Second Exclusive Footwear Line

Stefon takes it back...waaay back!

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 12h

Tap Into This Resource Guide For Breast Cancer Survivors

In 2025, the breast cancer mortality rate for Black women remains 40% higher than that of white women.

blackenterprise.bsky.social @blackenterprise.bsky.social · 13h

UK Comes Together For Black History Month Celebrations, ‘Black History Should Be Taught All The Time’

UK hosts a series of Black History Month-themed events throughout the month of October.