This Week In Good Black News: Community Wins, Cultural Milestones And Historic Firsts
From legendary icons showing love to the community, to historic milestones and powerful wins across culture — here’s your This Week in Good Black News.
First up, music legend Stevie Wonder pulled up to celebrate the grand opening of Marathon Burger in Long Beach, the latest venture inspired by the legacy of Nipsey Hussle. Fans gathered as the community came together to support the expansion of the brand, continuing Nipsey’s mission of ownership, empowerment, and investment in the neighborhood.
Next, Viola Davis couldn’t contain her excitement when announcing Michael B. Jordan’s big Actors Award win. The Oscar-winning actress hooted and hollered with pride as Jordan accepted the honor, marking another major moment in his already decorated career.
In Los Angeles, the intersection of Crenshaw and Slauson has officially been renamed Nipsey Hussle Square, cementing the late rapper’s legacy in the very neighborhood he worked tirelessly to uplift through entrepreneurship and community investment.
And finally, a beautiful full-circle moment in academia: a mother and daughter made history at Rutgers University, becoming the first parent-child duo to both earn doctorates from the school’s Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, which is a powerful reminder of generational excellence in action.
Let's get into this week's Black excellence.
Stevie Wonder Attends Marathon Burger’s Grand Opening in Long Beach
Stevie Wonder pulled up to show love at the grand opening of Marathon Burger in Long Beach, the newest venture connected to the legacy of the late Nipsey Hussle.
The restaurant continues the rapper's vision of community ownership and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles and beyond.
Fans gathered outside the location as the celebration brought together supporters of the Marathon brand and the "Victory Lap" rapper's mission.
The moment served as another reminder that Nipsey’s impact continues to inspire business, culture, and community investment.
Viola Davis Celebrates Michael B. Jordan’s Big Actors Award Win
Viola Davis had the crowd smiling when she announced Michael B. Jordan’s big win at the Actors Awards.
The Oscar-winning actress couldn’t hide her excitement, hooting and hollering while revealing Jordan as the night’s honoree.
Jordan graciously accepted the award and reflected on the collaborators and mentors who helped shape his career.
The moment captured the joy of watching Black excellence celebrated on one of Hollywood’s biggest stages.
Crenshaw and Slauson Officially Renamed Nipsey Hussle Square
A historic Los Angeles intersection now carries the name of a hometown hero.
The corner of Crenshaw and Slauson has officially been renamed Nipsey Hussle Square, honoring the late rapper’s lasting impact on the community he loved.
The dedication recognizes Nipsey’s work as an entrepreneur, activist, and cultural leader who invested deeply in his neighborhood.
- advertisement
Mother and Daughter Make History at Rutgers Psychology School
A powerful moment of generational excellence unfolded at Rutgers University.
A mother and daughter made history as the first parent-child duo to both earn doctorates from the university’s Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology.
Their achievement reflects years of dedication to education, mentorship, and expanding access to mental health resources.
The milestone highlights the power of family legacy and the impact of representation in the field of psychology.
