SCOTUS Extends Block on Lower-Court Ruling, Keeping Abortion Pill Widely Accessible—For NowThe Court’s stay of a Fifth Circuit ruling that temporarily restricted mifepristone nationwide now expires on May 14, 2026. The post SCOTUS Extends Block on Lower-Court Ruling, Keeping Abortion Pill WRewire News Group · May 11, 2026
Stop Shaming Black Girls: The Toxic Policing of Black Prom Culture Has Gone Too FarShe better have a college fund. How did they afford all of that? I bet they live in the projects. Her dress, makeup, hair and nails are tacky! These are […] The post Stop Shaming Black Girls: The ToxiEssence · May 11, 2026
Civil Rights Groups Launch Southern Voting Rights Mobilization Following Supreme Court’s Callais DecisionCivil and voting rights organizations across the South are launching a wave of rallies, trainings and grassroots mobilizations in response to the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. CallaiMs. Magazine · May 11, 2026
UN Official Would Reject US Funds with Discriminatory ConditionsClick to expand Image Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, during a press conference in Geneva, August 22, 2025. © 2025 Salvatore Di NolfHuman Rights Watch · May 11, 2026
How to Get Abortion Pills, Regardless of What the Courts SayAs legal battles over abortion pills continue to play out in the courts, many people across the United States are asking the same urgent question: If the Supreme Court or lower courts restrict access Ms. Magazine · May 11, 2026
Unboxed: How Fiber Artist Chelsea Billingsley Weaves Black Stories Into Fine ArtSome people pivot onto new paths later in life. Others just know that an unconventional life is what they’re meant for. Chelsea Billingsley, 29, has always been drawn to art. […] The post Unboxed: HowEssence · May 11, 2026
The Guttmacher Institute and Its Scientists Join Two Amicus Briefs Calling on the Supreme Court to Protect Access to Mifepristone via TelehealthThe Guttmacher Institute and Its Scientists Join Two Amicus Briefs Calling on the Supreme Court to Protect Access to Mifepristone via Telehealth May 11, 2026 mcherins <time datetime="2026-05-11T08:59:Guttmacher Institute · May 11, 2026
Justice Samuel Alito opens up about oral arguments, judicial security, and his writing process“It would be consistent with my public image if I told you that I spent the summer catching flies so we could pull the wings off the flies,” Justice Samuel Alito told an audience at the 5th Circuit JuSCOTUSblog · May 11, 2026
The ripple effects of the Voting Rights Act rulingAlabama has asked the court to address its own redistricting effort.SCOTUSblog · May 11, 2026
The Governor’s Races to Watch in 2026Multiple women candidates are running in this year’s many open governor races leading up to the 2026 midterm elections in November. The post The Governor’s Races to Watch in 2026 appeared first on RewRewire News Group · May 11, 2026
Why schools are opening parking lots for homeless students and familiesSAN DIEGO — As an 8-year-old boy steered his bicycle in figure eights, his mother piled three plates with pizza and pineapple slices from an outdoor kitchen shared with more than a dozen other familieThe 19th · May 11, 2026
Black Women Were Told Braiding Pain Was Normal. This Mother-Daughter Duo Built A Brand To Change ThatFor years, many of us had heard, or even experienced the same trauma: the dreaded itchy scalp that came from wearing our hair in protective styles. While we couldn’t eliminate […] The post Black WomeEssence · May 11, 2026
Georgia midwives say the state is squandering their abilities to care for familiesJamarah Amani was living in Pennsylvania when she had her first child. She had the care of a midwife who made her experience so much easier. The midwife got on the floor to show Amani yoga poses for bThe 19th · May 11, 2026
Ivy Coco Maurice On Styling Her Mother Sheryl Lee Ralph“I’ve known fashion pretty much my whole life,” stylist Ivy Coco Maurice tells ESSENCE over the phone. She’s in Jamaica working on a research project, which is the Island she […] The post Ivy Coco MauEssence · May 10, 2026
The Kids of Magnolia Mother’s Trust: John on Competition, Confidence and Why Every Kid Deserves OpportunityThis Mother’s Day weekend, we are honored to present a special three-part Front and Center mini-series—The Kids of Magnolia Mother’s Trust—featuring the children of mothers whose stories readers have Ms. Magazine · May 10, 2026
How Being A Dog Mom Is Offering Black Women An Alternative MotherhoodThe realization that I wanted to be a mother—and that motherhood, in this world, might be one of the worst things I could ever subject myself to—hit me within seconds […] The post How Being A Dog Mom Essence · May 9, 2026
This Mother’s Day, Women Are Fighting for Healthcare, Democracy and SurvivalThis Mother’s Day weekend arrives amid extraordinary legal and political upheaval over reproductive freedom, voting rights and the economic survival of mothers. The post This Mother’s Day, Women Are FMs. Magazine · May 9, 2026
Black Wealth Watch: Pinky Cole’s Former CFO Faces Fraud Charges, Shaq Expands Into Women’s Basketball, Will.i.am Teaches AI At ASUWelcome to Black Wealth Watch, where we round up the biggest stories in Black business and economic news each week — the wins, the setbacks, the deals getting done, and […] The post Black Wealth WatchEssence · May 9, 2026
What a Daughter Learned About Leadership Watching Her Mom Hold Everything Together“I know that sometimes it was a struggle for my mom to support me all the time in my dance classes,” Tamya writes in the second installment of the Ms. miniseries, The Kids of Magnolia Mother’s Trust .Ms. Magazine · May 9, 2026
Australia: 3 Alleged ISIS-Linked Women Face Serious ChargesClick to expand Image A police van with one of the Australian women allegedly linked to the Islamic State at the Mascot Police Station in Sydney on May 7, 2026. © 2026 Izhar Khan/Getty Images (Sydney)Human Rights Watch · May 8, 2026
From the Halls of Congress to Out on the Trail, Women Beg the Question: Why Not You?Weekend Reading on Women’s Representation is a compilation of stories about women’s representation in politics, on boards, in sports and entertainment, in judicial offices and in the private sector inMs. Magazine · May 8, 2026
Imagining a World Where No Mothers DieMore than 700 women die each day, on average, from causes linked to pregnancy or childbirth. Almost all of these deaths are preventable. To honor the world’s mothers, we asked midwives about their memMs. Magazine · May 8, 2026
Rihanna’s Liberating Approach to Motherhood: What She’s Taught UsBlack motherhood ain’t for the weak. Between the infuriating Black maternal health crisis, the horrible job market and the depressing economy (Have you purchased a tank of gas lately?), the […] The poEssence · May 8, 2026
Audi Made Its Formula 1 Debut In Miami And Brought The Culture With ItFormula 1 stopped being just a sport a long time ago. And if you’ve ever been to F1 in Miami, you know this better than most. Mainly because the city […] The post Audi Made Its Formula 1 Debut In MiaEssence · May 8, 2026
She did everything she could to prevent the breakup of a majority-Black congressional districtAs the Tennessee legislature held a special session this week to redraw its congressional map to break up a majority-Black district in Memphis, state Sen. Charlane Oliver did everything she could to bThe 19th · May 8, 2026
‘A Woman Remains A Mother Even After Miscarriage’: Jessica White’s Journey Through Grief And Into Her PowerThere are women who survive grief, and then there are women who are transformed by it. Jessica White, a well-known model, doula, healer, and TV personality, belongs in the latter […] The post ‘A WomanEssence · May 8, 2026
Azzi Fudd and Sheryl Swoopes Reflect on 30 years of the WNBATo kick off the 2026 season, the No. 1 draft pick and the first player ever signed to the league discuss this historic moment in women’s basketball.Teen Vogue · May 8, 2026
Why I’m Giving My Daughters a More Comprehensive Period Talk in Post-‘Roe’ TexasOpinion: In 2026, and particularly on Mother's Day, it's important that "the talk" goes beyond tampons to include sex, abortion, and the current political landscape. The post Why I’m Giving My DaughteRewire News Group · May 8, 2026
Mothers are stretching every dollar — and still finding ways to care for their familiesSherrah Hill, a mother of six, didn’t think a simple promise to her kids — that she would buy them ice cream with toppings to celebrate their good grades — could stress her out so much. But then she sThe 19th · May 8, 2026
The First Mother’s Day Was a ProtestFar from mimosa brunches and hallmark greetings, the first Mother’s Day in the United States occurred against the scourge of war. In 1870, abolitionist and suffragist Julie Ward Howe who still had theMs. Magazine · May 8, 2026
Medication abortion isn’t going away, even if access to mifepristone is restrictedPresident & CEO Dr. Jamila Perritt - "We know for people who are prosecuted for their pregnancy outcomes, a significant proportion of them come to the attention of law enforcement because they sought Physicians for Reproductive Health · May 8, 2026
The Kids of Magnolia Mother’s Trust: Kentavius on Equity, Community and Watching His Mom Breathe EasierThis Mother’s Day weekend, we are honored to present a special three-part Front and Center mini-series— The Kids of Magnolia Mother’s Trust —featuring the children of mothers whose stories readers havMs. Magazine · May 8, 2026
Are We The Problem? Victoria Monét Says Dating Women Is Harder Than Dating Men: ‘Girls Do Me Dirty’Singer Victoria Monét is giving us the lowdown about her experience navigating both sides of the dating pool. During a recent appearance on the Angie Martinez podcast IRL, the singer […] The post Are Essence · May 8, 2026
Moments of Joy This AANHPI Heritage MonthWelcome to AANHPI Heritage Month! To celebrate, some of NWLC’s AANHPI staffers wrote about recent moments of joy related to AANHPI communities and cultures. Enjoy! Vibha Jain Miller: Though this memorNational Women's Law Center · May 8, 2026
Kentucky Abortion Ban Stands Despite Court Victory Over ‘Human Life’ DefinitionPlus, Minnesota has a staggering maternal mortality rate among Indigenous people, and a new lawsuit claims Arkansas' abortion ban denies pregnant people life-saving care. The post Kentucky Abortion BaRewire News Group · May 8, 2026
Angel Reese And The Atlanta Dream Are Bringing A Fashion-First Approach To Women’s Sports ApparelAngel Reese has always been that girl. She spent her first two seasons in Chicago being one of the most watched, most talked about, most everything players in the WNBA, […] The post Angel Reese And ThEssence · May 8, 2026
Cheyenne Bryant Sparked Debate About Mental Health Care. Here’s How To Find Real SupportA recent podcast interview with popular speaker Cheyenne Bryant on The Joe Budden Network opened a serious can of worms regarding mental health credentials. The now viral exchange caused many […] The Essence · May 8, 2026
For Black trans women, a chosen mother means love — and a vital line of defenseJeynce Poindexter was 14 when home stopped feeling like home. Her mother could not accept that she was transgender, Poindexter said, and staying would have meant negotiating an identity she already knThe 19th · May 8, 2026
What I learned attending all those Supreme Court oral arguments this termI love a good project. So when the 2025-26 term began, I had a new one. I decided to try to attend all of the oral arguments for the term, even if I wasn’t covering the case for SCOTUSblog and regardlSCOTUSblog · May 8, 2026
Trump Administration Launches a Legally Bogus Investigation into Smith CollegeThe Trump administration claims its investigation into Smith College is about defending women. In reality, it is an attack on the rights of women at Smith to define their own community, values and misMs. Magazine · May 8, 2026
Justices to testify before Senate committeePlus, in the first edition of Ask Amy, Amy shares some weird courtroom moments.SCOTUSblog · May 8, 2026
Louisiana urges Supreme Court to leave in place order barring mailing of abortion pillThe state of Louisiana on Thursday afternoon urged the Supreme Court to leave in place an order by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit that prohibits the mailing of mifepristone, one of two SCOTUSblog · May 7, 2026
As a Woman Without a Country, I Was Afraid to Become a Mother. If SCOTUS Limits Birthright Citizenship, Millions More Will Share That Fear.I never knew if it was safe for me to have a child. For most people, that question is about timing or readiness. For me, it was about something more fundamental. Not whether my child would belong in tMs. Magazine · May 7, 2026
When Mothers Speak, Medicine Must ListenWhen my daughter was 2 weeks old, she stopped eating. She would go nearly 24 hours without food, crying constantly and losing weight while seeming to be in excruciating pain. Over five months, I took Ms. Magazine · May 7, 2026
A Guide To Juneteenth Celebrations Across The CountryAs long as I can remember, Juneteenth was always celebrated in my house growing up. Maybe because my family on both sides are generationally Texan, and on my father’s side, […] The post A Guide To JunEssence · May 7, 2026
The Fifth Circuit Proves Abortion Is on the Ballot this NovemberA highlight of being in Ireland has been following the local news, especially the robust abortion beat: Irish lawmakers have been waging a loud fight to expand abortion rights—in particular, to ensureMs. Magazine · May 7, 2026
Louisiana is Ground Zero for Voting Rights, Abortion Pill AccessLouisiana shows how the fight to erase Black political power is wrapped up in the fight to upend abortion access. The post Louisiana is Ground Zero for Voting Rights, Abortion Pill Access appeared firRewire News Group · May 7, 2026
Who do you think would win in a physical fight between you and Donald Trump?Who do you think would win in a physical fight between you and Donald Trump? The question, asked by YouGov, was sparked by a Tuesday event in the Oval Office, when the president revived the PresidentiThe 19th · May 7, 2026
Women lead as health and wellness influencers. Why do so many men have more followers?Sixty-four percent of health and wellness influencers are women, according to a new analysis. That dominance in the online health and wellness space comes as 4 in 10 U.S. adults — and half of those unThe 19th · May 7, 2026
UN Guidance on Dismantling Gender StereotypesClick to expand Image People rally on International Women's Day in Jakarta demanding the Indonesian government pass an anti-discrimination law and ratify the International Labor Organization (ILO) conHuman Rights Watch · May 7, 2026
A Doctor’s Warning From the Front Lines of Reproductive CarePRH Fellow Dr. Bhaskari Burra - "Anecdotally, I’ve never had anybody experience any adverse effects from mifepristone or any untoward side effects that we weren’t expecting or unexplained complicationPhysicians for Reproductive Health · May 7, 2026
Black Women Are Making Space For Joy, One LEGO® Brick At A TimeSponsored by the LEGO Group Being both Black and a woman is an ethereal experience. But at times, it can also feel like a constant battle to justify your existence. […] The post Black Women Are MakingEssence · May 7, 2026
More interim docket actionPlus, the latest on E. Jean Carroll’s defamation lawsuit against President Donald Trump.SCOTUSblog · May 7, 2026
How a Legal Challenge Over Gender Dysphoria Became a Fight for Disability rightsRepublican attorneys general continue quietly pushing for a rollback of civil rights in Section 504 disability case. The post How a Legal Challenge Over Gender Dysphoria Became a Fight for Disability Rewire News Group · May 7, 2026
Brooke Sharpton Quit A Six-Figure Finance Career To Build The Furniture Brand Black Women Actually DeserveMost people who leave JP Morgan end up at another bank, a hedge fund, or something in fintech. Especially in this economy, where people are looking for something safe and […] The post Brooke Sharpton Essence · May 7, 2026
The governor’s races to watch in 2026It’s not just Congress on the ballot in the 2026 midterms. Over 30 governorships are up for election in 2026, with major implications for issues like healthcare, childcare, abortion, LGBTQ+ rights andThe 19th · May 7, 2026
At Least 79 Kids Have Been Harmed by Tear Gas or Pepper Spray During Trump’s Immigration CrackdownThe post At Least 79 Kids Have Been Harmed by Tear Gas or Pepper Spray During Trump’s Immigration Crackdown appeared first on ProPublica .ProPublica · May 7, 2026
EXCLUSIVE: Aleshea Harris Brings Her Acclaimed Play ‘Is God Is’ To The Big ScreenIn Is God Is, what began as a stage play evolved into one of the most talked-about theater works of the last decade, eventually earning Obie Awards and captivating audiences […] The post EXCLUSIVE: AlEssence · May 7, 2026
Vivica A. Fox And Erika Alexander Talk ‘Is God Is’ And Aleshea Harris’ VisionIs God Is can be viewed as a story about revenge, and the women surrounding the film’s main characters leave just as strong an impression as they do. Through Ruby […] The post Vivica A. Fox And Erika Essence · May 6, 2026
Federal funds for domestic violence services are falling short. California survivors are pushing for a fix.SACRAMENTO, California — “Before I say anything, I want everyone here to take a moment and think about someone finally reaching out for help and there’s no one here to answer,” Jazz LedBetter said to The 19th · May 6, 2026
Is Martha’s Vineyard Only For The Wealthy? Resident India Rose Debunks This And Other Common MythsIn Black America during the summer, there are some guarantees we can (almost) universally agree on: We’re getting invited to at least one al…EssenceAug 10resilience
AOC is freezing her eggs — and sharing the process onlineU.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is taking social media followers behind the scenes as she freezes her eggs. The New York Democrat announc…The 19thAug 10politics
The real-life, offline campaign of Francesca HongMILWAUKEE — State Rep. Francesca Hong, Democratic candidate for governor of Wisconsin, looked out at a crowd of 1,300 supporters. Her earlie…The 19thAug 10politics
‘Even the nuns are mad’: Catholic sisters are standing for Haitians outside ICE officesBLUE ASH, OHIO — The first Haitian immigrant reported to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office at 7:42 a.m. on Sunday. …The 19thAug 10immigration
US Activates Long Unused Deportation CourtClick to expand Image An image of US President Donald Trump hangs from the Department of Justice Building in Washington, DC, May 18, 2026. ©…Human Rights WatchAug 10immigration
Massachusetts expands abortion access to any point during pregnancyMassachusetts eliminated its cutoff for when someone can get an abortion, making it the tenth state — along with Washington, D.C. — to allow…The 19thAug 10choice
The Career Ladder Was Never Built With Women In Mind — So We're Building Something ElseTo understand why this is happening now, on a larger scale than ever before, we have to look at what the last few years have revealed.HuffPost WomenAug 10empowerment
The Ritual Report: The Healing Powers Of A Generational Girls TripESSENCE Senior Beauty & Style Editor Akili King believes ‘glow’ is more than skin deep. In The Ritual Report , she shares personal healing p…EssenceAug 10resilience
Todd Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General After Anti-Abortion CommentsPlus: Voters in Kansas and Missouri reject ballot initiatives that may have further curbed abortion access. Each week, Rewire News Group edi…Rewire News GroupAug 10politics
4 Essence Editors On Their Favorite Summer-To-Fall Nail ColorsThere are officially 43 days left of summer (yes, I’m counting and dreading it!). But there’s one thing that makes the gradual transition to…EssenceAug 10equality
Justice Alito isn’t going anywhereThirty-three years ago today, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was sworn-in . At the Court On July 27, the Trump administration asked the Supreme…SCOTUSblogAug 10politics