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As part of his $100 million commitment to fight systemic racism, NBA legend Michael Jordan is providing grants for grassroots organizations.

Rapstress Megan Thee Stallion and Fashion Nova Cares donated $25,000 to advance Bennett College’s entrepreneurship program.

Nas’ debut album has been added to the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry.

Terrence Jenkins and the Black-owned bank First Boulevard have joined forces to launch a financial literacy initiative for HBCU students.

Prairie View A&M University launched a writing program inspired by literary giant Toni Morrison’s legacy.

Issa Rae has inked a multi-year production deal with WarnerMedia.

Killer Mike and Ryan Glover’s digital banking platform Greenwood has secured $40 million in funding.

Spelman College recently hit a major milestone with the highest application pool in the all-women HBCU’s 140-year history.

For the first time in West Virginia University’s 154-year history, a Black woman has been elected as student body president.

Idris Elba has inked a publishing deal with HarperCollins to create children’s books.

LeBron James and his business partner Maverick Carter are part-owners of the Boston Red Sox.

Rapper Rick Ross has teamed up with JetDoc for the creation of an initiative that will provide free doctor visits for Georgia residents.