5 Black Culture News Sites to Start Following

From time to time, an industry or subject inspires us to create a best-of list. In case you’ve missed some of these, you can find them here. In our latest roundup, we’re recognizing a few news sites dedicated to covering Black culture. If you think your site should be considered, give us a holler and tell us why.

As we honor Black History Month, we celebrate and remember the important people and events that make up our history, American history.   

According to historian Christopher Reed, Black newspapers were very instrumental in “pulling African Americans together after slavery into cohesive communities.” The first Black-owned and operated newspaper, Freedom’s Journal, which was founded in 1827, was prominent in the advocacy of African Americans by African Americans. The first edition of the newspaper noted: “We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us.” That sentiment trailblazed a special history of news for and by African Americans since.  

Fast forward to today, news for and by African Americans is more readily available than it ever has been. Over the years, we’ve shared the top lifestyle sites for the Black community and the 10 influential black journalists you should follow.

Now, we’d like to introduce you to five African American news sites you may not know about that are covering news for Black Americans and all Americans.    

1. Rolling Out

Rolling Out is a culture hub for general news, entertainment, health, sports, and so much more that highlights the African American experience.  

Story to read: Nikki Porcher connects Black women organizational founders with resources

Follow @RollingOut on Twitter. 

Samara Joy has had a perfect day at the #GRAMMYs, winning both of the awards she was nominated for, Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best New Artist.https://t.co/jHaGCgj49L

— Rolling Out (@RollingOut) February 6, 2023

2. The Washington Informer

The Washington Informer is a three-generation, woman-owned multimedia new organization predominantly serving the DMV, while also capturing news that is nationally focused. For 57 years, the Washington Informer has delivered accurate, timely, need-to-know news while establishing trust with its audience.  

Story to read: Gale King to Chair Executive Leadership Council

Follow @WashInformer on Twitter. 

#BlackHistoryMonth is #EveryDay pic.twitter.com/9giRY2c7iy

— Washington Informer (@WashInformer) February 5, 2023

3. NBCBLK

NBCBLK is a cultural division of NBC News where the stories, issues, and opinions from the African American perspective are shared.  

Story to read: Viola Davis earns coveted EGOT

Follow @NBCBLK on Twitter.

“This calendar does what is long overdue,” said DNC chair Jaime Harrison. "It puts Black voters at the front of the process in South Carolina." https://t.co/ZWLNyhMk7R

— NBC BLK (@NBCBLK) February 6, 2023

4. Black Voice News

In 2022, Black Voice News celebrated 50 years as a newspaper/media organization that has continuously given a voice to the voiceless, taking on the inequalities and disparities African Americans have faced over time.  

Story to read: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Receives Marion Barry Jr. Award

Follow @blackvoicenews on Twitter.

Why the Debate Between Advocates and Gov. Newsom Over Black Student Funding Is Heating Up

Learn more>>>https://t.co/Zz8nmE2fq1#blackstudents #education #blackstudentsfunding

— Black Voice News (@blackvoicenews) February 7, 2023

5. Blavity – Shadow and Act

Shadow and Act is one of five brands under the Blavity umbrella. SAA specifically is comprised of Black news in film, tv, and more in the entertainment space.

Story to read: AMC Theaters Giving $5 Movie Tickets For Select Films In Honor Of Black History Month

 Follow @shadowandact on Twitter.

The hit-or-miss strategy gave us some iconic Black commercials that will have you longing for the good ole days. https://t.co/QaYeDQkV4B

— Shadow and Act (@shadowandact) February 7, 2023

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