Black Enterprise Women of Power

DJ Akademiks has been banned from Twitch after streaming with controversial figure Adin Ross, who has been banned from the platform since February 2023. The ban was announced on October 17, with Akademiks sharing the news on Instagram but not explaining the reasons behind the suspension. While fans expressed disappointment and plans to boycott Twitch, Akademiks continues to be active on YouTube and Rumble. https://lnkd.in/g8FyfPqM

Megan Thee Stallion is both “nervous and excited” to share her story in the upcoming documentary In Her Words, set to debut on Amazon Prime on October 31. Directed by Emmy winner Nneka Onuorah, the film provides an intimate look at Megan's journey through fame, grief, and success, including her experiences surrounding the 2020 shooting incident and subsequent legal battles. The documentary follows the release of her third studio album, MEGAN, and aims to reveal the real Megan Pete to her fans. https://lnkd.in/gBvdFksN

A federal judge denied Marilyn Mosby’s request to replace her home confinement with a nightly curfew, which she argued would help her fulfill her new job's travel requirements. Mosby, the former Baltimore City state’s attorney, is serving 12 months of home detention after being convicted of perjury and making a false mortgage application. The judge ruled that Mosby had not provided sufficient information about her new role to justify easing the conditions of her confinement. https://lnkd.in/gpGpwegM

At Atlanta’s Brothas and Brews event, Black men stressed the importance of voting in the upcoming election, with Vice President Kamala Harris working to engage this demographic. Speakers like Jermaine Dupri and Dontaye Carter urged Black men to vote in their self-interest and align with Black women in supporting Democratic candidates. However, concerns remain in some communities, like North Carolina, where some Black men feel overlooked by political campaigns, potentially impacting their voter turnout. https://lnkd.in/gGRfAzkF

An investigation revealed that Texas officials claimed to remove 6,500 noncitizens from voter rolls, but only 581 were removed. Errors led to the wrong removal of some citizens, like Jakylah Ockleberry, raising concerns about the state's list maintenance practices. Critics argue that inflated claims from Texas officials are part of a broader effort to create doubt about election integrity. https://lnkd.in/edeDRkKQ

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law banning all plastic bags in stores, set to take effect in 2026. Customers will be required to use their own bags or opt for paper ones. The law addresses rising plastic bag waste, which increased from 8 pounds per person in 2004 to 11 pounds in 2021 and aims to reduce microplastic pollution. Environmental groups, like the California Public Interest Research Group, praised the law as a necessary update to the state’s previous plastic bag ban. https://lnkd.in/gkxpPBga

More Black and Latina women are rising to leadership positions in major U.S. unions, driving improvements such as parental leave, better healthcare, and protections against sexual harassment. This shift reflects the demographics of union workers, where two-thirds are women or people of color, and has been crucial in fostering union growth amid membership declines. Notable leaders include Becky Pringle of the National Education Association and April Verrett of the Service Employees International Union, both advocating for equitable treatment in the workplace. https://lnkd.in/g38uJ-ck

A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that Black women in New Jersey were 25% more likely than white women to undergo unscheduled C-sections between 2008 and 2017. The disparity, which may stem from provider preferences rather than medical necessity, diminished when hospital factors were considered. Researchers suggest implicit racial bias and financial incentives in hospitals could be contributing factors. https://lnkd.in/emZ5u86c

Georgia residents Sharketie Leverette and Michael Eulin were arrested after attempting to smuggle contraband into a Louisiana prison using a drone over five feet wide. The drone, filled with items like tobacco, marijuana, cell phones, and a stolen pistol, was intercepted by guards, with the contraband valued at $40,000. This incident highlights ongoing issues with contraband smuggling in prisons, similar to a smuggling ring earlier this year involving female security officers in Atlanta. https://lnkd.in/emEyNjNG

The A Different World HBCU College Tour, featuring cast members from the iconic show, has been extended after a successful, sold-out run. The tour, which started in February and visited several HBCUs, highlights the sitcom's lasting impact on Black college life and culture. Due to its popularity, the tour will resume at Bowie State University on October 17, continuing its connection with new generations of students. https://lnkd.in/gbTEAsN9