Skating straight into the history books. 🏒✨ At just 21, Laila Edwards is set to become the first Black woman to play Olympic ice hockey for Team USA at #MilanoCortina2026. She’s already led Wisconsin to a national title, won the 2024 Bob Allen Women’s Player of the Year, became the youngest American MVP at the women’s hockey world championships, and landed a spot on Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2025. All while being a student at the University of Wisconsin. “I want to leave a legacy that I was a great player, but an even better person and an inspiration,” she said. “I want young Black girls to see that I was at that level, but also that I succeeded at that level and I was one of the top people at that level because getting there is wonderful. It’s hard to get there, but to be a star there is even greater and even more inspiring.”

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January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

After a two-year hiatus, founder Lanny Smith returned to the runway with a declaration,“This is not a fashion show,” and rewove legacy into every look. The brand streamed the moment live on Spill, the Black-owned social platform, because the story wasn’t just about what we wear; it was about who we are and who owns the mic.  Held at Sony Hall, the presentation unfolded like a roll call of living history. Ruby Bridges—the six-year-old who walked through a hate-filled crowd in 1960 so generations could walk freer—took the catwalk to thunderous love. So did Dr. Bernice King and Ilyasah Shabazz, daughters of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, walking side by side in a moment that felt like a bridge between movements. Civil rights photographer Cecil J. Williams—whose iconic 1956 image of him drinking from a “whites only” water fountain—also stepped out to Bone Crusher’s “I ain’t never scared” giving audience members and viewers the courage to keep going.  One icon after another, they kept coming. Olympic legends Tommie Smith and John Carlos, whose raised fists in 1968 still charge our spirits, were in the building. Fredrika Newton and Fred Hampton Jr. represented families who paid dearly and kept going. Even Juneteenth flag creator “Boston Ben” Haith got his flowers. It was a runway built like a syllabus—with each strut a piece of history was being taught.  Actively Black’s “Greatness in our DNA” message is the brand’s north star: a premium house built to uplift and reinvest in the Black community, turning apparel into affirmation.  The show’s energy matched the message. Hosted by AJ & Free—with a cameo by Terrence J—the night carried the ease of a family reunion and the pace of a block party.  Actively Black proved fashion can be beautiful and still bear weight. It can celebrate craft while centering community. And most of all, it can be a teaching tool to educate and empower others.   The brand promised this wasn’t a fashion show and they kept their word. It was a reminder, a reunion, and a relay—one generation handing the baton to the next and saying, “Walk in the greatness that exists within your DNA.”  New York Fashion Week won’t ever be the same and we’re grateful for it! Step into the unforgettable energy of Actively Black during Fashion Week — a celebration filled with icons, legends, and powerful moments on the runway. While I may have missed mentioning a few names and collections, this video is all about sharing the experience with those who couldn’t be there in person.

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January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

Jessica Hyatt, a 19-year-old from Brooklyn, has become the youngest African American woman to earn the National Master title in chess. She achieved this milestone by surpassing the required rating of 2200, according to chess news sites. Hyatt’s journey began with Chess in the Schools, a program in Brooklynthat introduces chess to underserved communities. Her accomplishments include winning the New York State Scholastic Championship in 2019 and defeating two grandmasters in 2021 and 2022, according to chess publications. She is also ranked as the No. 1 18-year-old girl in the U.S. as of 2024.  Hyatt’s achievements extend beyond her National Master title. She is recognized as one of the highest-rated African American female chess players, according to chess publications. Her victories, including those against grandmasters, have garnered her over $40,000 in scholarships. Hyatt’s success is seen as an inspiration to young players, particularly within the Black community, and she continues to strive towards her next goal of becoming a grandmaster.

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July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

Bubba Wallace made history on July 27, 2025, by winning the Brickyard 400, becoming the first African-American driver to achieve this feat in one of NASCAR’s four crown jewel races. He secured the victory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, edging out defending champion Kyle Larson in a close finish. This win marked his third career NASCAR Cup Series victory and ended a 100-race winless streak, according to AP.  Historic Win:Wallace’s victory at the Brickyard 400 is significant as it’s the first time an African-American driver has won a major NASCAR race at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval. Close Finish:The race was a nail-biter, with Wallace and Larson battling it out, especially in the closing laps. A late-race rain delay and multiple overtime restarts added to the drama. Playoff Qualification:The win also solidified Wallace’s place in the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs, as it was his first victory since 2022, reports Fox News. Overcoming Challenges:Wallace’s victory wasn’t without its challenges. He faced a rain delay, two overtime restarts, and concerns about running out of fuel, all while Larson was closing in. 23XI Racing:Wallace drives the No. 23 car for 23XI Racing, a team co-owned by basketball legend Michael Jordan and NASCAR veteran Denny Hamlin, notes Black Enterprise.

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July 30, 2025July 31, 2025