by Ashlei Stevens

March 27, 2026

From NFL Hall of Fame to Heart Health Advocate

The NFL Hall of Famer is now a spokesperson for Amgen and an advocate for heart health.

Barry Sanders Opens Up About Heart Attack Risks

Barry Sanders is best known for outrunning opponents on the football field as one of the best running backs in the history of the National Football League (NFL). But in the summer of 2024, while on a recruiting trip with his son, Barry felt discomfort in his chest, drove himself to the hospital, and soon learned of a condition he could not outrun: a heart attack.

The NFL Hall of Famer is now a spokesperson for Amgen and an advocate for heart health. He spoke with BLACK ENTERPRISE about the risk factors Americans should look for—particularly LDL-C or “bad” cholesterol—as well as Amgen’s documentary “The Making of a Heart Attack.“

“We’ve been getting the word out for the last year or so, and it’s an important message to get out, Sanders told BLACK ENTERPRISE of his partnership with Amgen. “It’s obviously something that’s very near and dear to my heart, so to speak. And so, you know, now is the right time.”

A Near-Fatal Wake-up Call on Father’s Day

It was Father’s Day 2024. Barry had woken up with a “slight burning feeling” in his chest. He shrugged it off as heartburn.

He got up to pace around the room, thinking he could walk it off. As the symptoms persisted throughout the day, he drove himself to the emergency room, where doctors began performing tests.

“And that’s when they realized actually what it was that, you know, when the doctor said ‘heart attack’…. I just could not believe those words, you know, just because I thought I was in pretty good shape, that I was doing a lot of things right, you know, and so that was a big surprise to me.”

The wake-up call was surprising to the father of four sons, who was—and still is—known for dodging players much larger than he was on the football field as a legendary running back with the Detroit Lions. His doctors have since put him on a plan to lower his cholesterol and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.

He teamed up with Amgen-–one of the world’s largest biopharmaceutical companies—as a spokesperson, and to serve in a leading role in a documentary called “The Making of a Heart Attack,” which follows the story of five individuals—including Sanders–in their own unique story and battle with heart attack and stroke.

The common thread for all five? “I don’t think any of us had the initial thought that we were having a heart attack,” Sanders said. “We didn’t realize that that’s actually what was taking place. And that’s the thing that’s kind of crazy; it’s not uncommon.”

Risk Factors for Heart Attack and Stroke

According to the American Heart Association, high cholesterol usually has no symptoms. LDL cholesterol is often called “bad” cholesterol, because it can build up in your arteries and narrow them over time; thus, increasing your risk for heart attack and stroke. Amgen states that “more than 40% of adults in the U.S. with high LDL-C don’t know their levels are elevated.^”

Tara Robinson, CEO of the Black Heart Association, is featured in the documentary “The Making of a Heart Attack.” She spoke with BLACK ENTERPRISE in 2024 about suffering three heart attacks in one week at age 40.

“That led me to start advocating and volunteering and that led me to start my own nonprofit when I saw that the gap was not being filled; that we needed to have up close and personal relationships with our community on our health,” Robinson said of The Black Heart Association, a nonprofit co-founded with her husband, Fredrick, focused on the overall improvement of health outcomes in communities of color.

An alarming statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Foundation states that Black women suffer from higher rates of heart disease, coronary disease, and stroke deaths in comparison to white women in the United States. Robinson knows this all too well.

“I’m the strong Black woman,” Robinson told BLACK ENTERPRISE. “I think I’m the poster child for it. That’s definitely part of why I had my heart attacks because I internalized stress so much.”

Stress is a risk factor—Sanders noted—in addition to diet, heredity, and LDL-C; thus, he urges the need to have regular check-ups with your doctor.

Life-saving Advice from a Lions Legend

Even after his abrupt retirement from the NFL in 1999, Sanders chose to stay in the Motor City, where he says “there’s so much development and activity and positive things going on around the city of Detroit,” that he’s excited to still live there and be involved in various business ventures.

Sanders currently has matters of the heart at the top of his mind, but he’s a lifetime football fan as well as an undisputable legend. So, when it comes to the Lions having a chance at competing in the Super Bowl? He’s optimistic.

“Absolutely, I think we still have a great nucleus of players that are in their prime. And you look at how tight that division race was last year with all the teams, you know, having nine wins and the (Chicago) Bears having 11 wins in our division. There’s so much great parity in our division, but also just around the whole league. And I think that we’re still close. I think we still have the players needed,” he told BLACK ENTERPRISE. “I don’t think there are very many teams in the NFC that are better than the Lions. And so, to answer your question, I absolutely believe that the Detroit Lions have a playoff and Super Bowl push in them. No question.”

So, whether you’re rooting for the Lions, the Carolina Panthers, or you’re a part of the Buffalo Bills Mafia, Sanders’s advice holds true across the board for all Americans:

“My message is just being proactive; that everyone out there is important to someone and that this is an extremely important health conversation to have,” he said. “We want to make room for heart attack and stroke conversations with doctors and lowering that bad cholesterol.”

Learn more about this topic and find resources to test your LDL-C at https://www.attackheartdisease.com/documentary. Also, catch Sanders in a special interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE on BLACK ENTERPRISE’s streaming platforms.

by Ida Harris

March 27, 2026

Kenya Barris Launches REVOLT Labs, A Platform Built For Creators

This launch is intended to help creators develop original concepts into intellectual property that can expand across media

Written By Lillien Cirrino

On March 19, Emmy Award-winning producer, writer, and director Kenya Barris launched REVOLT Labs, a new platform designed for creators, with Offscript Worldwide acting as the parent company. Through the partnership, Barris has been named vice chair of REVOLT Labs.

This launch is intended to help creators develop original concepts into intellectual property that can expand across media—whether television, film, digital platforms, or live experiences. Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT and Offscript Worldwide, said in a press release that the company “was built to partner with creators as business builders, not just talent.” He believes Barris’s leadership will help reinforce this focus, as Barris has demonstrated an ability to scale creative talent beyond a single sector.

REVOLT, founded in 2013, is a multimedia platform focused on hip-hop culture, news, and entertainment, reaching more than 50 million millennial and Gen Z users across digital and live platforms; while Offscript Worldwide operates a network of creator-owned brands, including REVOLT, REVOLT Sports, Rap-Up, 440 Artists, 3BLACKDOT, and Six Zeros.

“REVOLT already had the foundation,” Barris said in a press release. “My role is to help build the bridge from where creators start to where their ideas can ultimately go. I’m excited to work with these creators to further build their platforms and businesses into thriving, sustainable empires.”

Barris is widely known for creating Black-ish, which grew into a successful franchise with the spinoffs Grown-ish and Mixed-ish. His work has earned multiple Emmy nominations and awards and is credited with reshaping modern television by bringing culturally distinct perspectives into the mainstream. His experience developing franchise-driven content aligns with this new platform’s goal of helping creators turn ideas into long-term enterprises.

In his new role, Barris will help shape the creative direction of REVOLT Labs while mentoring creators and supporting their project developments as they become sustainable media businesses.

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by Ahsan Washington

March 27, 2026

Black Women Redefining Leadership And Ownership As Millennial and Gen Z CEOs

They are the models of innovation

During Women’s History Month, which celebrates women’s lasting contributions to various sectors, Black millennial and Gen Z women CEOs are transforming the future of American business. These two demographics of CEOs lead organizations in media and fintech, wellness, and STEM sectors, combining cultural competence with economic planning. They are the fearsome models of innovation in both digital and physical markets, inspiring young women to follow in their footsteps.

Morgan DeBaun

Morgan DeBaun started Blavity Inc. in 2014 after recognizing a lack of culturally relevant digital media for Black millennials. She developed Blavity into a multibrand platform, covering news, lifestyle, and tech content. Blavity operates from the U.S. while maintaining a worldwide digital audience and reaches millions every month through its brands AfroTech, Home & Texture, Travel Noire, and 21Ninety.

Trinity Mouzon Wofford

In 2017, Trinity Mouzon Wofford started Golde at 23 to make wellness accessible to contemporary youth. The bootstrap startup that began with Golde has grown into a national brand that now sells its products through Target and Sephora. Her company emerged from personal health experiences to transform the traditionally exclusive wellness industry by creating accessible and inclusive products for young, diverse consumers.

Sheena Allen

Sheena Allen established CapWay to tackle the systemic obstacles that stop underbanked communities from using financial services. The rapid expansion of fintech enabled CapWay to develop its mobile-first platform, which serves people who typically lack access to traditional banking services. The digital banking field includes one of its youngest women leaders, Sheena Allen, who uses technology to connect wealth and access gaps.

Alicia Scott

Alicia Scott created Range Beauty after experiencing eczema and acne in the fashion and beauty industries to serve consumers with sensitive, melanin-rich skin. Range Beauty operates within the clean beauty movement by combining skincare and makeup to deliver inclusive solutions that mainstream cosmetics companies typically neglect. Her work directly addresses industry gaps that exist in product formulation and representation.

Dia Simms

Dia Simms serves as CEO of Lobos 1707, which is a premium tequila and mezcal brand active in the global spirits market. Through her experience in brand strategy and executive leadership, Simms integrates cultural storytelling and inclusive ownership into an industry that used to be exclusive. Her leadership demonstrates the growing diversification patterns in luxury consumer goods.

Aisha Bowe

Aisha Bowe, a former NASA aerospace engineer, established STEMBoard to provide engineering and data analytics solutions to governments and the private sector. The company started as a small business but developed into a multimillion-dollar enterprise while supporting STEM education initiatives such as LINGO. Her work focuses on creating pathways and increasing representation for underrepresented talent in science and technology.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

March 26, 2026

Kandi Burruss To Pay Todd Tucker $426K Lump Sum As Part Of Divorce Settlement

Kandi Burruss agreed to pay Todd Tucker a six-figure lump sum as part of their divorce settlement.

Kandi Burruss wasted no time finalizing her divorce from Todd Tucker, agreeing to a six-figure lump sum and shared custody of their two children as part of the settlement.

Details of Burruss and Tucker’s divorce settlement, revealed March 25, show the singer-songwriter agreed to pay Tucker $426,000 with no child or spousal support, TMZ reports. The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” stars will share joint legal and physical custody of their children, son Ace, born in 2016, and daughter Blaze, born in 2019.

As part of the shared custody arrangement, Burruss will hold the children’s passports, though Tucker can request them in advance for international travel. As public figures, they must also obtain each other’s written consent before involving their children in any filmed or public-facing projects.

According to the filing, the two must maintain open communication and jointly decide on matters involving their children’s health, education, and overall well-being. If they can’t agree, Burruss has final say on non-emergency healthcare and education, while Tucker has authority over new extracurricular activities.

As for their assets, both are walking away with their share. Burruss will keep her 2022 Bentley SUV, Cadillac Escalade, Ford F-250, Porsche Cayenne, and a 1963 Chevrolet Camaro, while Tucker will retain a 2020 Mercedes G-Wagon, 2020 Porsche 911, 2023 Range Rover, 1973 Ford Bronco, 1963 Lincoln, and a Ford Transit van.

Elsewhere, the pair will split their credit card reward points. Tucker also agreed to pay Burruss $38,000 to cover the balance on their 2025–2026 Atlanta Hawks season tickets, which she will keep.

As for real estate, the exes agreed to sell their shared food truck, while details on other properties were redacted in the filing. Tucker also agreed to vacate Burruss’s guest house within 15 days of signing the parenting agreement. The move follows Burruss’ claim that he was squatting there, while Tucker maintained he moved in after being asked to leave their main home.

The settlement comes four months after Burruss publicly filed for divorce on Nov. 21, 2025, ending her 11-year marriage to Tucker. The couple began dating in 2011 and married in 2014, blending their families—each with a daughter from a previous relationship—before welcoming a son and daughter together.

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman

March 26, 2026

Ex-Georgia State Employee Says College Fired Her For Working Slow Due to Cancer Treatments

Cindy Hawthorne says her rights were violated after the University fired her over her cancer treatment.

A former Georgia State University employee has sued the school over claims she was fired for slow work due to her cancer treatments.

Just three weeks after Cindy Hawthorne began her duties at Georgia State as a civil rights compliance investigator, her doctor gave her the heartbreaking news of a cancer diagnosis. She immediately told her supervisors at the college, who expressed initial support for her treatment program.

They authorized special accommodations for her to work from home and gave her deadline extensions as she entered chemotherapy. In reciprocating this good faith, she told WSB-TV that she even postponed surgery to stay on top of her work responsibilities.

However, things took a turn as she suffered complications from her chemotherapy and radiation treatments. While trying to juggle work and her fluctuating health, Hawthorne asked for another extension. Her management’s response took a different approach than before.

Instead of showing empathy for her plight, her directors at GSU allegedly implemented a 90-day performance improvement plan. Alongside a new hire to the team, Hawthorne began to feel pushed out of her position.

As a civil rights investigator, she oversaw that the school upheld students’ and staff’s rights. She held the job for less than a year, being terminated in October.

“I was just thrown away and lied to, to make it feel like it was my fault,” said Hawthorne.

Now, she is seeking retribution for what she feels was a wrongful firing. She has filed a complaint with the EEOC, hoping to get justice for her ordeal.

Her lawyer, Artur Davis, emphasized that Hawthorne made extra accommodations to prove her dedication to the job. After being pushed to the wayside, she now seeks a legal claim to validate her feelings.

“This is a woman who delayed having surgery because she wanted to make sure the work got done in her organization,” explained Davis. That’s someone that’s more than pulling her weight.”

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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

March 26, 2026

LSU Women’s Basketball Team Breaks NCAA Record With 16th 100 Point Game This Season

The team also became the second team to start the tournament with consecutive 50-point victories.

The Louisiana State University (LSU) women’s basketball team achieved a record-breaking feat during this year’s NCAA Tournament, becoming the first team to score at least 100 points in 16 games in a season.

As the No. 2 Tigers advanced to the Sweet Sixteen with a 101-47 win over Texas Tech, they broke the record they recently tied in the first round of the tournament when they beat Jacksonville in another blowout win, 116-58.

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According to USA Today, the team overtook the record held by Long Beach State University, which accomplished the feat almost 40 years ago with 15 100-point games during the 1986-87 season. The Tigers also made their mark in the record books with another feat, becoming the second team to start the tournament with consecutive 50-point victories.

“Obviously, as a basketball player, and just like a little girl growing up watching basketball, it’s everybody’s dream to have their names in the history books,” junior guard Mikaylah Williams said after the school accomplished the feats. “So, it’s truly a good feeling and a blessing to even be able to do this.”

Four players greatly contributed by scoring in double figures. Williams and Flau’jae Johnson each poured in 24 points, while Kate Koval and Amiya Joyner both had double-doubles (10 points and 10 rebounds), and Amiya Joyner (11 points and 11 rebounds).

According to the school, it will be the team’s fourth straight season in the Sweet Sixteen. Their next game takes place on Sunday, March 29, when they face the No. 3 seed Duke Raiders at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. LSU is now 29-5 on the season.

LSU head coach Kim Mulkey, acknowledging the record, made it clear they have a goal in mind.

“I don’t think one thing about it,” Mulkey said. “That is not something that, when I’m in my rocking chair, I’m gonna tell the grandkids, ‘You know what we did one year?’ I’ll forget it, but I won’t forget those national championships, those conference championships.”

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

March 26, 2026

Meta And YouTube’s Loss In Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Hailed As ‘Big Tobacco Moment’

Meta and YouTube were found liable in a young woman’s social media addiction lawsuit—a decision one advocate called Big Tech’s “Big Tobacco moment.”

Parents and advocacy groups pushing for stricter social media rules are celebrating a landmark ruling that found Meta and YouTube liable in a young woman’s lawsuit over her childhood social media addiction.

On March 25, Meta and YouTube were found liable for intentionally designing addictive features that keep young users engaged at the expense of their well-being, CNN reports. The plaintiff, identified as Kaley (KGM), said compulsive use of the platforms led to anxiety, body dysmorphia, and suicidal thoughts.

“For the parents whose children died as a result of social media harms, today’s verdict is a huge step toward truth, justice, and accountability,” said Sarah Gardner, the CEO of Heat Initiative, a group that says it exists to “turn up the heat on Big Tech.”

Gardner sees the verdict as “social media’s Big Tobacco moment,” she added. “The harm these companies intentionally cause children has been proven in a court of law.”

Jurors found that Meta—which owns Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp—and Google, the parent of YouTube, deliberately designed addictive platforms that harmed the 20-year-old plaintiff’s mental health. Both companies say they have invested heavily in youth safety tools and dispute claims that their platforms are responsible for teen mental health issues, adding they plan to appeal.

Meta said “teen mental health is profoundly complex and cannot be tied to a single app,” while a Google spokesperson argued the case mischaracterizes YouTube as social media rather than a responsibly built streaming platform.

The plaintiff was awarded $6 million in damages, $3 million in compensatory damages, and another $3 million in punitive damages, finding that Meta and Google acted with “malice, oppression, or fraud” in how they ran their platforms. Meta is expected to cover 70% of the award, with Google responsible for the remaining 30%.

Advocates say the decision could influence hundreds of similar cases moving through U.S. courts. The Los Angeles verdict came a day after a New Mexico jury also found Meta liable for exposing children to harmful content, including sexually explicit material and contact with predators. Another case against Meta and other social media companies over alleged harm to minors is set to begin in June in federal court in California.

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by Kandiss Edwards

March 26, 2026

Cori Broadus Holds Somber Birthday Celebration For Late Daughter

As she moves forward into 2026, Broadus continues to balance her creative pursuits and business ventures and health with grace.

Cori Broadus, the daughter of rap legend Snoop Dogg, took to social media to commemorate what would have been her late daughter, Kai Love’s, first birthday.

On Instagram, Broadus shared the day’s events with her followers. Family and friends gathered at Kai’s gravesite, bringing flowers and balloons. The event, though somber, was filled with over a dozen loved ones. After honoring the late infant, the group gathered on a yacht. Children and loved ones smiled and danced as they celebrated a life gone too soon.

The tribute is a continuation of Broadus’s public journey as she navigates her grief. She has shared openly with her followers over the past year. She continues to post videos and photos of Kai and reflects on the “bittersweet” nature of her new personal milestones.

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The past year has been one of immense physical and emotional challenges for Broadus. In addition to the loss of her daughter, she has been vocal about her ongoing battle with Lupus. The autoimmune disease disproportionately impacts Black women, who are three times more likely to develop the condition than white women, according to the Lupus Foundation of America.

Additionally, the disease also tends to be more aggressive for Black women. For instance, the prevalence of lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation) is roughly 50.7% in Black women compared to 25.4% in white women. This increased severity often leads to a higher rate of progression to end-stage renal disease, or kidney failure.

Unfortunately, for Broadus, the disease has required aggressive medical intervention, including a stroke recovery period in early 2024. As she moves forward into 2026, Broadus continues to balance her creative pursuits and business ventures.

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by Jameelah Mullen

March 26, 2026

Moving On Up! Former Janitor Becomes Doctor At The Same Hospital She Worked At Cleaning

It's a full-circle moment at Yale for this soon-to-be doctor.

Shay Taylor‑Allen found out last week that she matched with her first‑choice residency program at Yale School of Medicine, a hospital that has literally been part of her life since the day she was born.

Not only was she born at the prestigious hospital, but she also worked there as a janitor at 18. The medical student shared a video clip of her reaction to being matched with her dream school on Instagram, which went viral with more than 3.7 million views.

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The 32-year-old woman, who attends Howard University College of Medicine, says she is excited to return to her hometown for her upcoming residency, which she describes as a “surreal” experience.

“I am still just feeling like I’m in a dream, because I could have never imagined that I’ll be going back to the same hospital I was not only born at, but a janitor at, to be a doctor for my community,” she told ABC News.

The aspiring doctor said she didn’t always plan to pursue medicine, but she was inspired to attend medical school during her sophomore year of college while caring for her sick mother.

Dr. Lisa Leffert, chair of the Department of Anesthesiology at Yale, said they are “thrilled” to have the former janitor back in a new role.

“She will join a community of talented colleagues who are dedicated to patient care, education, investigation, and service to our community,” Dr. Leffert said in a statement to ABC News.

Taylor-Allen shared some words of encouragement for other minorities interested in joining the medical field.

“We can do anything that we put our minds to — and people of color specifically, we’re needed in [the medical] field,” she said. “People that look like us [are] needed, and our patients are waiting for us to do it.”

Taylor-Allen is expected to graduate from Howard in May and start working in Yale’s Department of Anesthesiology later this year.

by Kandiss Edwards

March 26, 2026

Victims Of ‘Wrong Door’ FBI Raid Headed To Appeals Court

In June 2025, all nine Supreme Court justices voted unanimously that the family is entitled to move forward with the lawsuit.

Atlanta residents Trina Martin and Toi Cliatt are heading back to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in an attempt to hold FBI agents accountable for raiding their former home.

The appearance follows a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court ruling that reinstated their right to sue the FBI over a “wrong-door” raid in 2017.

The ordeal began in October 2017, when a flash-bang grenade and an FBI tactical team awakened the then-couple. At the time of the raid, both Cliatt and Martin believed they were being robbed. However, they were instead met with FBI agents who smashed down their door and interrogated them at gunpoint. Martin’s son, Gabriel Watson, who was only 7 years old at the time, recounted his terror when he was interrogated at gunpoint.

“They ran in my room, pointing guns at my face,” Watson told Channel 2 Action News.

Only after agents had already entered the home, did they realize the mailbox number did not correspond to the address on the warrant. Though Cliatt and Martin are no longer together, they are united in their quest for justice, Channel 2 Action News reported. The plaintiffs have been fighting for nearly a decade to hold the FBI agents accountable for “personal injuries and property damage” caused by their error.

Historically, federal law enforcement has been protected by a form of immunity. Still, the legal journey of Martin and Cliatt has explored the boundaries of the Supremacy Clause and the Federal Tort Claims Act, which grant the federal government immunity for such errors. Initially, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that constitutional immunity clauses barred the lawsuit, but the family successfully appealed to the nation’s highest court.

In June 2025, all nine Supreme Court justices unanimously ruled that the family may move forward with the lawsuit. While plaintiffs cannot pursue legal action against the agency, they can challenge individual FBI agents. Cliatt stated that the legal system had legitimized her claim and that she would continue to pursue the case.

“The highest court in the land sides with you, it lets you know you’re doing the right thing,” Cliatt told the outlet.

Cliatt’s and Martin’s continued efforts to attain justice serve two purposes. If successful, not only will both parties receive personal restitution, they will also set a path forward to challenge historical immunity that often shields federal agents from the consequences of botched raids.