Jamika Martin had the type of acne-prone skin that wouldn’t even respond to Accutane. Where most people do one round of treatment and see results, she did two and was […] The post This Black-Owned Skincare Brand Went From A Dorm Room To Urban Outfitters appeared first on Essence.

Last month marked the 30th anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), which of course meant more attention given to disability justice and the voices of disabled people.  But […] The post It’s Time To Listen To Black Disabled People appeared first on Essence.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making no apologies for the police presence around her home that has also been blocking protesters from her street, citing threats against herself, her home […] The post Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Defends Blocking Protesters From Her Home appeared first on Essence.

A Georgia cop has been removed from active duty after a controversial arrest went viral on social media. According to the AJC, the incident involving a Black woman took place […] The post Georgia Cop On Desk Duty After Arresting, Tasing Woman On Porch appeared first on Essence.