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Slutty Vegan Expands to Atlanta and D.C. Through New Franchise Agreements

Slutty Vegan, the plant-based restaurant brand founded by Aisha “Pinky” Cole Hayes, is growing with new franchise agreements in Atlanta and Washington, D.C. This marks an important step in...

What VitaHustle’s New Funding Means for Kevin Hart’s Growing Business Portfolio

In May 2026, plant-based nutrition brand VitaHustle, co-founded by entertainer and entrepreneur Kevin Hart, received a significant investment from Axum Capital Partners, a Black-owned private equity...

Byron Allen Officially Takes Over BuzzFeed After Majority Stake Purchase

Byron Allen has completed his acquisition of a majority stake in BuzzFeed, Inc. This marks a new chapter for a brand that once shaped the internet’s editorial and cultural trends. The deal...

New Court Filing Says Slutty Vegan Founder Pinky Cole Owes $4 Million in Debt

A major shift in financial reality has happened for one of the most prominent figures in Black entrepreneurship. Recent bankruptcy court filings reveal that Slutty Vegan founder Aisha “Pinky” Cole is...

Sherri Shepherd Talk Show Wraps Up After Four Seasons, Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry Share Heartfelt Goodbye Messages

The curtain closed Thursday night on Sherri, the nationally syndicated daytime talk show hosted by comedian and media personality Sherri Shepherd. This marked the end of its four-season run. The...

Killer Mike Launches Rent-to-Own Housing Plan to Help Atlanta Families Build Wealth and Own Homes

Grammy-winning artist and community advocate Killer Mike has announced a groundbreaking rent-to-own housing initiative that could change homeownership options throughout metro Atlanta. The program...

75-Year-Old Anita Ann Grayson Dies After Clash With Indiana Tim Hortons Employee

A routine argument over a drive-thru order at a Tim Hortons coffeehouse ended in tragedy last week. Local officials, law enforcement, and community members are now calling for clear information amid...

Keisha Lance Bottoms Wins Georgia Democratic Primary, Moves Closer to Potential Historic Governor Win

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won a clear victory on Tuesday in the Georgia Democratic gubernatorial primary. She secured her party’s nomination for governor outright, setting...

Danielle Brooks Set to Lead New Apple TV+ Series Inspired by Harlem’s Famous Melba’s

In a media landscape that increasingly seeks stories based on authenticity and community, Apple TV+ has made an exciting announcement. American Comfort will feature and be executive produced by...