by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

April 30, 2026

Shyne Honored With Key To Brooklyn As April 25 Declared “Shyne Day”

'This is the community that raised me, and it’s important for me to pass the love that this community gave me forward to the next generation'

With an upcoming show celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut self-titled album, “Shyne,” the former Bad Boy rapper received the Key to Brooklyn in the East Flatbush neighborhood where he grew up.

According to BK Reader, former politician Moses Barrow was presented with the Key to Brooklyn by Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, who officially proclaimed April 25, 2026, as “Shyne Day” in the New York City borough. Shyne was honored for his contributions to hip-hop during the East Flatbush Young Men’s Mentorship Expo.

“Shyne embodies what is possible when a community believes in its young people, and the magic that can happen when young people are given the resources they need to thrive. East Flatbush raised Shyne, and it only made sense to present him with the Key to Brooklyn as we team up to deliver hope and opportunity to dozens of young men today,” Reynoso said at the event.

Shyne gets honored with the Key to Brooklyn 🙌🏾🔑 pic.twitter.com/yP0cd9pgS5

— BAMs (@BAMsEnergy) April 27, 2026

“This is the community that raised me, and it’s important for me to pass the love that this community gave me forward to the next generation,” said Hon. Dr. Moses “Shyne” Barrow.

The artist behind “Godfather Buried Alive” will be performing in Brooklyn on May 2 at Kings Theatre.

Shyne’s successful recording career was cut short by a lengthy prison term. He paid his debt to society, returned to Belize, and followed in his father, Dean Barrow’s, footsteps by entering politics. Last year, Shyne (born Moses Barrow) lost his bid to be re-elected as the leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives and as leader of the Belize United Democratic Party. He lost to Lee Mark Chang, also of the Belize United Democratic Party, in March 2025.

In February, Shyne headlined a panel discussion, “Grammys & Your Career,” at the Island Music Conference (IMC) 2026, held at the Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston, Jamaica.

by Kandiss Edwards

April 30, 2026

History-Making New Orleans Sheriff Indicted On 30 Counts Related To 2025 Jailbreak

Susan Hutson made history in 2021 when she was elected as the first female Sheriff of Orleans Parish.

Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson has been indicted by a grand jury in connection with the jailbreak of 10 inmates at the Orleans Justice Center.

The indictment, handed down April 29, alleges that Hutson and several top-ranking members of her administration engaged in a “criminal conspiracy” to cover up the circumstances surrounding the escape of 10 inmates. The charges include malfeasance in office, obstruction of justice, conspiracy to commit filing or maintaining false public records and conspiracy to commit a felony.

Prosecutors allege that Hutson’s office knowingly falsified shift logs to suggest that pods were being monitored at the time of the escape. However, the jail was severely understaffed and left unattended. The indictment claims that the Sheriff’s Office waited several hours to notify the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) and the public about the escape.

The delay was allegedly intended to allow time for internal “cleanup” of evidence that would have pointed to administrative failure. Witness testimony suggests that high-level staff were instructed by the administration to withhold specific information from the federal monitors, NOLA reported.

New Orleans sheriff indicted after 10 inmates broke out of jail

A grand jury has indicted Susan Hutson following an investigation into the dramatic escape of 10 inmates from a jail in New Orleans.

According to reports, Hutson was not accused of directly helping the inmates… pic.twitter.com/phBlVjiZYI

— Lifeissues11 (@lifeissues_11) April 30, 2026

Susan Hutson made history in 2021 when she was elected as the first female Sheriff of Orleans Parish, running on a platform of progressive reform and increased transparency. Her victory unseated long-time Sheriff Marlin Gusman and was seen as a mandate to change the culture of the city’s troubled jail system.

However, her tenure has been marked by persistent challenges, including severe staffing shortages, rising inmate violence, and public disputes with the City Council over budget allocations. Under Louisiana law, an indicted public official is not automatically removed from office unless they are convicted of a felony. However, the indictment has led to immediate calls for her resignation.

Hutson’s legal team has issued a vigorous denial of all charges, characterizing the indictment as “political theater” designed to undermine the progress of jail reform.

“Sheriff Hutson has worked tirelessly to fix decades of neglect,” her lead attorney stated. “We look forward to exonerating her and revealing the true motivations behind this prosecution.”

South Carolina State University, HBCU, basketball games, shooting

by Sharelle B. McNair

April 30, 2026

SC State President Stands With Students Amid Protest Of Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, Rescinds Speaking Invitation

The move comes after videos of protests took over social, garnering support of fellow Palmetto state natives like Bakari Sellers, after one student was heard saying the protests are for “morality issues.”

After Republican South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette referred to South Carolina State University protestors as a “woke mob,” President Alexander Conyers announced the invitation for her to speak at the upcoming commencement ceremony has been rescinded.

Conyers was seen in a video posted to X, taking a stand with his students who have been protesting for two days against Evette’s selection as commencement speaker.

“What I saw yesterday, what I saw today, was college students exercising their free rights, ones that I swore to protect, ones that I served 28 years in the Army willing to give my life for. So how someone can confuse what happened, and perhaps because that person wasn’t here…,” he said to students.

“I will admit you’ve done exactly what I did some 35 years ago as a student on these same grounds.”

SC State President Alexander Conyers speaking to the students and announcing he has rescinded Lt. Governor Pamela Evette’s invitation to speak at next weeks graduation.

Check out him speaking to the students below with the students reaction. @wachfox pic.twitter.com/xwhUKgaDyy
— Michael White (@michaelw_13) April 29, 2026

While admitting he can’t change what has been said on social media, Conyers said he refuses to let outsiders refer to the future of America as “thugs,” welcoming anyone in the state and country to come see for themselves.

In a statement, according to WLTX, Conyers said the school has decided “to move in a different direction” for commencement after first saying Evette was the choice based on her record as a business leader and entrepreneur, but now, it’s a safety issue, and the school will welcome Evette at a later date.

“The safety and well-being of our students, families, faculty, staff and guests will always guide our decisions,” he said.

“Commencement should remain a moment of celebration focused on our graduates and their achievements.”

The move comes after videos of protests took over social media, garnering support from fellow Palmetto State natives like Bakari Sellers, following a student overheard saying the protests are about “morality issues.”

“We’ve been here four, five years, and for commencement we should have someone who is going to celebrate us,” the student said.

“How can someone who goes against everything we stand for and believe in, morality-wise, how can that person uplift me on my day of stepping into the real world?”

While protests were taking place, Evette, who is also running for governor, was speaking out on social media, standing her ground against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives on college campuses. After learning that her invitation had been rescinded, she carried on.

“The fact that a speech had to be canceled for credible safety threats is exactly why we cannot give up the fight to end indoctrination and DEI on campuses once and for all,” Evette wrote in a statement.

“The root problem is professors who gin up feigned outrage at the detriment of their students, who they should be teaching to think critically. End tenure now!”

by Kandiss Edwards

April 30, 2026

ATL Airport Asks Public To Help Find A ‘Community Member’s’ Missing Son

Though Braithwaite has yet to be found safely, Georgia authorities can celebrate other successes in cracking missing children's cases.

Atlanta Police and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport officials are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite.

Braithwaite was last seen on April 27 around 9:30 p.m. in the 4000 block of Regency Trace SW. The teen is described as 6-foot-5 and weighing 175 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing black jogging pants and Nike running shoes.

In a post on X, @ATLairport identified the teen as the son of a “valued member of the airport community.” In support of “one of our own,” the post urged the community to share Brathwaite’s description in hopes that he is found and safely returned home. While the Atlanta Police Department’s Special Victims Unit is leading the search, authorities have not yet indicated if they suspect foul play. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the Special Victims Unit at 404-546-4260.

We are asking our airport community to come together & support one of our own.

A valued member of our airport community is searching for her 16 year old son, Benjamin Braithwaite, who is currently missing.

If you have any info, please contact the authorities on the flyer. pic.twitter.com/2JbbxGn3JR
— Atlanta Airport (@ATLairport) April 30, 2026

Though Braithwaite has yet to be found safely, Georgia authorities can celebrate other successes in cracking missing children’s cases. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit have successfully recovered 11 missing children during “Operation Coast to Coast.”

The coordinated effort, which spanned several weeks across multiple Georgia counties, targeted known trafficking corridors and high-risk areas where missing juveniles are frequently exploited. This operation is part of a broader state initiative to dismantle domestic minor sex trafficking networks by focusing on the recovery of endangered youth while simultaneously building criminal cases against their traffickers and “buyers.”

Attorney General Chris Carr expressed his pride in the operation’s success.

“Allowing our team to work with law enforcement from across the country to safely locate victims, dismantle trafficking networks, and hold predators accountable. I’m proud of our Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit for their tireless efforts over the past few days, but our work doesn’t stop here. We will keep fighting until every child is recovered and every trafficker is behind bars,” Carr said in a statement.

Carr emphasized that the state’s strategy has shifted toward treating recovered minors as victims of crime rather than delinquents, a move intended to break the cycle of re-victimization and encourage cooperation in the prosecution of those who profited from their exploitation. Since its inception in 2019, the Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit has led to the rescue of over 100 children and the conviction of dozens of traffickers.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

April 30, 2026

Houston Middle Schooler Says Gas Station Denied Bathroom, Then Shared Video of Teen Relieving Himself Outside

The incident has attracted the attention of activists Candace Matthews and Quanell X.

Police in Houston, Texas, are investigating after a middle school student who says a gas station owner denied him access to a restroom and later shared video of him relieving himself outside.

A police report was filed after the boy’s grandmother contacted authorities about what the family called a humiliating incident at a Fuel Depot on Bellfort Avenue, Click 2 Houston reports. The child’s family became concerned after learning of his refusal to return to school after classmates began teasing him over a circulating video, which appears to show him relieving himself outside after being told the restroom inside was out of service.

“He had to wipe his rear on the grass, on the grass. Embarrassed, humiliated,” activist Candace Matthews said in a clip shared online. Quanell X joined Matthews outside the gas station to protest.

“Had to wipe his… rear… on the grass.” A Houston teen is humiliated after he had a bathroom emergency and a Sunnyside gas station clerk said he couldn’t use the bathroom.

Now community activists and the teen’s family are demanding answers. pic.twitter.com/PAlmPlnu0g
— Gage Goulding – KPRC 2 (@GageGoulding) April 29, 2026

The family says images from the surveillance footage were later printed and posted on the store’s door, and that a clerk showed the video to students, who then recorded and shared it. They say the video quickly spread among students at Attucks Middle School and Alcott Elementary, fueling ongoing bullying that has reportedly led to the child struggling emotionally and no longer wanting to attend school.

“I feel bad and to see my grandson say it every day like that, I feel real bad. I started crying when I seen that video and looked at him in his eyes,” the boy’s grandmother said.

On April 29, Quanell X and Matthews went to the gas station, demanding answers from the owner and questioning why anyone would do this—especially to a young boy.

“Appalling. Shocking. Disgraceful. This man should be indicted,” Quanell X said. “He sexually exploited one of our children, made fun of him, and set the kid up to be exploited.”

The case remains under investigation and is now being reviewed by the Houston Police Department’s Crimes Against Children unit, according to the boy’s family. Authorities have not released additional details, noting that cases involving minors are typically handled with heightened privacy.

A New UNCF Report Sheds Light on Perspectives of African American Parents on Key Education Issues

by Kandiss Edwards

April 30, 2026

Georgia City Moves To Hold Parents Legally Responsible For Kids’ Offenses

Covington council members argued that the measure is a necessary tool to address a surge in juvenile-related incidents.

A Metro Atlanta city recently passed a parental responsibility ordinance that holds parents and guardians legally and financially liable for their children’s criminal actions.

The Covington city council voted 4-2 in favor of the “Minors and Parents Responsibility Ordinance.”

The ordinance is designed to curb violent youth incidents and late-night disturbances. Also, the Minors and Parents Responsibility Ordinance is aimed at increasing parental oversight. Under the new law, parents can face fines of up to $2,000 and may be required to perform community service if their child is found guilty of repeated offenses.

If a child is found to have violated the law, parents may face up to 90 days in jail. Offenses include curfew violations, shoplifting, and acts of vandalism. Covington council members argued that the measure is a necessary tool to address a surge in juvenile-related incidents in the Metro-Atlanta city, Channel 2 Action News reported.

“We have parents that are not being held liable when it comes to their child creating a criminal act,” Councilman Dwayne Turner said in the council meeting, per Covington News. “I understand the logic of sometimes these kids are kids. We understand that, right? But I do think parents should do a reasonable amount of effort to stop that act from happening.”

While many residents, like Turner, a former law enforcement officer, expressed support for the crackdown on rowdy behavior in public squares, some residents are concerned that the law could disproportionately affect families, specifically those who lack access to evening childcare or who work multiple shifts.

For these reasons, Councilman Anthony Henderson and Councilwoman Charika Davis voted against the measure.

“I think every situation’s different,” Henderson said. “You can’t just go out here locking up parents because a child did something. You got to go through the situation.”

Conversely, Councilman Jared Rutberg believes parents bear a great responsibility to steer their children in the right direction. Also, as a parent, he expressed large support for the ordinance, which has not yet been fully approved.

“I have no concern about, hey, that I could end up in front of the judge for my son acting like a moron out there because it’s my responsibility to make sure he’s doing right,” Rutberg said.

by Sharelle B. McNair

April 30, 2026

The Supreme Court Guts Voting Rights Act By Restricting Black Representation In Louisiana

While President Lyndon Johnson, who signed the legislation into law 60 years ago, called it “a triumph for freedom as huge as any victory on any battlefield,” today’s conservative high court justices say otherwise.

On April 29, the Supreme Court weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, created to increase minority representation in Congress and beyond, by striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana and creating the opportunity for additional redistricting efforts in other states to keep Republicans in control, according to an Associated Press report.

Conservative Justice Samuel Alito wrote “that map is an unconstitutional gerrymander” after a 6-3 ruling in the Louisiana v. Callais Supreme Court case found that Louisiana’s Sixth Congressional District, represented by Democratic Rep. Cleo Fields, was too heavily based on race. Chief Justice John Roberts described the area as a “snake” that stretches over 200 miles to link parts of Shreveport, Alexandria, Lafayette, and Baton Rouge.

While President Lyndon B. Johnson, who signed the legislation into law 60 years ago, called it “a triumph for freedom as huge as any victory on any battlefield,” today’s conservative high court justices say otherwise.

“As I explained more than 30 years ago, I would go further and hold that [section two] of the Voting Rights Act does not regulate districting at all,” Justice Clarence Thomas wrote, according to Fox News.

The ruling will seemingly affect the 2028 election season, as some filing deadlines for this year’s congressional races have already passed. But Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry is wasting no time to take advantage of the ruling. Hours later, he announced plans to suspend the May 2026 primary elections to allow state lawmakers to pass a new congressional map.

In a dissent for the three liberal justices, Justice Elena Kagan said the court’s “gutting of Section 2 puts that achievement in peril” in reference to the landmark legislation.

Leaders of Black Voters Matter feel the same.

“In today’s Callais decision, the conservative side of the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has declared their allegiance to the white supremacist’s movement, which seeks to return this country to a post reconstruction era where constitutional rights exist only on paper and states are free to construct laws that “appear” race neutral on their face, but prevents Black and Brown people from electing representation that increases their political power and ability to protect and resource their communities,” co-founders Cliff Albright and LaTosha Brown and National Legal Director April England-Albright, said in a statement.

“Two years ago, Black Voters Matter warned that this current SCOTUS was in on the GOP’s efforts to increase and enshrine white political power not seen in the U.S. since the horrid Dred Scott decision, which declared that the “Black Man had no rights that the White Man was bound to respect. So, just like the U.S. political landscape in 1900, all three branches of government have abandoned the experiment to create a multicultural democracy where all who live here share power and resources.”

As news hit social media, fellow conservatives, including African-American ones, celebrated as President Donald Trump has pushed for redistricting efforts to boost GOP chances of preserving control. “I’m a Black Republican who currently represents a majority-white district in the Ohio State House and is running to represent a majority-white district in Congress.

“The idea that Black Americans need special districts carved out just for them is complete nonsense. It’s a violation of the law and blatantly unconstitutional,” Rep. Josh Williams wrote on X.

“Glad the Supreme Court made the right decision.”

I'm a black Republican who currently represents a majority-white district in the Ohio State House and is running to represent a majority-white district in Congress.

The idea that black Americans need special districts carved out just for them is complete nonsense. It's a… https://t.co/BQXXnzYXCo
— Rep. Josh Williams (@JoshWilliamsOH) April 29, 2026

The White House also congratulated the ruling. “This is a complete and total victory for American voters. The color of one’s skin should not dictate which congressional district you belong in. We commend the court for putting an end to the unconstitutional abuse of the Voting Rights Act and protecting civil rights,” spokesperson Abigail Jackson said in a statement.

On numerous occasions, Trump has encouraged states to redraw their maps and called the decision the “kind of ruling I like.”

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

April 30, 2026

Angel Reese Returns to Chicago, Helps Beat Former Team in Preseason Contest

"I'm grateful for my time here in Chicago. I experienced a lot of great things, but I'm just happy to start this new journey."

In her first visit to Chicago after being traded, Angel Reese helped the Atlanta Dream beat the Sky in an preseason WNBA contest on Wednesday, April 29.

She had 8 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists in a 87-78 win. Like most of the starters, Reese only played only the first half.

Sky fans still have love for the former Louisiana State University superstar, cheering for Reese when she hit the court. The WNABA posted a video showing Reese signing items for the fans.

All love for Angel Reese in Chi-Town ❤️ pic.twitter.com/s3A4nmmP5e
— WNBA (@WNBA) April 30, 2026

The Sky paid tribute to Reese during the first timeout of the game by showing a compilation video of Reese’s highlights with the team. The fans at Wintrust Arena applauded and cheered when the clip ended as “Thank You” flashed across the screen.

Angel Reese gets a video tribute after the timeout. #Skytown pic.twitter.com/KYPFe86hir
— Chicago State of Mind Sports (@ChiStateOfMind_) April 29, 2026

“Coming back to a familiar place feels great,” Reese said, according to ESPN. “I have a home here still. So, it’s always good seeing Chicago. … So, I’m happy to be back and obviously be in a familiar place where I’ve done a lot of great things.

“I’m still happy. I’m grateful for my time here in Chicago. I experienced a lot of great things, but I’m just happy to start this new journey. Being able to be with the Dream here. It feels awkward being in a different locker room when I’m so used to being in the other locker room. But I’m really grateful. I’m thankful, and I’m looking forward to this new start.”

Reese was drafted seventh overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft and went on to lead the league in rebounds over her two years in Chicago, averaging a double-double with 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds. The Dream acquired her earlier this month for two future draft picks.

Saint Augustine University, Commencement, HBCU

by Kandiss Edwards

April 30, 2026

5 Philadelphia Teens Earn Associate Degrees Weeks Before High School Graduation

“It took a lot of time management and studying, but my teachers kept telling me to stick with it.”

Five dedicated seniors at a Philadelphia high school earned their associate degrees from the Community College of Philadelphia just weeks before their high school graduation.

The students—Jeremiah Roach, Dylan Adkins, Aidan Marion, Khalif Barakat-Cooper, and Marquise Floyd-Reid—successfully navigated the Boys’ Latin Middle College program, completing 60 college credits in addition to their high school requirements.

The students effectively finished the first two years of a university education at no cost, the Philadelphia Tribune reported.

The program aims to expand opportunities for young Black boys in underserved communities, providing them with the early exposure to college rigor necessary to shorten their path to a career.

William M. Hayes, CEO of Boys’ Latin, is proud of the students’ accomplishments and will attend both the high school and college graduation ceremonies. “These young men will enter their next college as juniors or late sophomores,” he said. “That shortens time to graduation, lowers debt and builds confidence.”

Five students at Boys’ Latin High School in Philadelphia earned associate degrees before receiving their high school diplomas. Aidan Marion, Jeremiah Roach, Marquise Floyd-Reid, Khalif Barakat-Cooper and Dylan Adkins. This powerful achievement shows what’s possible when…
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) April 28, 2026

Roach said that though the path toward his associate’s degree was difficult, he was encouraged along the way. The student-athlete followed a meticulous schedule to balance playing quarterback for the school’s football team and completing a regular course load, including his college courses.

“It took a lot of time management and studying,” said Roach. “But my teachers kept telling me to stick with it.”

Barakat-Cooper said it was important to ‘stay on top of everything,” he said. “Do your work early and connect with people.”

In the fall, the five 18-year-olds plan to attend a variety of universities.

Barakat‑Cooper earned a full scholarship to Temple University. Floyd‑Reid was accepted into Morgan State University. Marion plans to continue his studies in Europe, but has not chosen a university. Adkins will attend Winston‑Salem State University and Floyd‑Reid will study at Morgan State University.

Gary Payton, Green Label Rx, hemp, Cannabis

by Ahsan Washington

April 30, 2026

It Ain’t Just Bud: Black-Owned Brands That Contribute To The Cannabis Industry

How big is the Black-owned cannabis market?

The legal cannabis industry generates billions of dollars annually—reaching an estimated $40 billion in 2024—but suffers from a significant imbalance in representation. Despite the industry’s growth, Black entrepreneurs currently represent less than 2% of licensed business operations. This disparity exists because of systemic barriers, including restricted financial access and the ongoing impacts of cannabis criminalization.

Black-owned businesses serve essential functions beyond product marketing. These organizations establish industry infrastructure, develop equitable policies, and restore economic participation to communities affected by historical inequality.

Key Players in the Black Cannabis Economy

Viola

The multistate cannabis company Viola produces flower, concentrates, and branded products. Former NBA player Al Harrington established the company in 2011. Harrington’s inspiration to build generational wealth in Black communities and increase minority ownership came from his personal experience with cannabis as medicine. Through premium product development and advocacy, Viola invests in equity initiatives while expanding retail access to maintain its status as one of the longest-standing Black-owned cannabis brands in the U.S.

93 Boyz

The Black-owned cannabis brand 93 Boyz, co-founded by Chicago artist Vic Mensa, works to address the exclusion of Black entrepreneurs in a market that has disproportionately affected those who faced criminalization. The brand operates in Illinois through partnerships with licensed cultivators while reinvesting in community initiatives. It combines cultural relevance with social equity to promote access and ownership in an industry that has historically been inequitable.

Simply Pure

Military veterans Wanda James and Scott Durrah established Simply Pure as a dispensary and cannabis advocacy brand. The company focuses on product curation and educational promotion. It began operations in Colorado in 2010 before expanding to New Jersey. The mission of Simply Pure focuses on eliminating cannabis stigma through inclusive retail access by backing Black-, women-, and veteran-owned brands while working toward industry equity and policy reform.

Ball Family Farms

Chris Ball established Ball Family Farms as a vertically integrated cannabis company that produces premium craft flower. The company started operations in Los Angeles through California’s Social Equity Program. Ball Family Farms works to create a lasting market presence for Black cultivators through its control of cultivation, processing, and distribution. It uses boutique production methods and quality genetics to compete in the premium cannabis market through equity-based licenses.

The Hollingsworth Cannabis Company

The Hollingsworth Cannabis Company, or THC Co., is a Black-owned cannabis cultivator that operates a full-scale farm in Washington state. It is one of the few Black-owned farms in the region. THC Co. works to create representation in cultivation, a capital-intensive sector where Black entrepreneurs are underrepresented. The company specializes in high-quality cultivation and a varied product offering to show ownership in a space traditionally dominated by non-minority operators.

Canna Luxe Co.

Tori Owens established Canna Luxe Co. as a Black- and woman-owned cannabis accessories brand to address a lack of representation and design-focused products for women of color. Canna Luxe creates luxury smoking accessories that serve as home decor. The brand extends cannabis culture from consumption into lifestyle branding by uniting fashion with functionality.

Black Buddha Cannabis

Black Buddha Cannabis, a wellness brand founded by Roz McCarthy, creates vapes and cannabis products that promote mindful consumption. The company distributes its products in legal U.S. markets while focusing on wellness initiatives and restorative justice. Black Buddha Cannabis combines product development with activism to support expungement clinics and community projects that address the lasting impacts of the war on drugs.