Washington Wizards win 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and secure No. 1 pick
The Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and secured the No. 1 overall pick after finishing with the…
Byron Allen to become CEO of BuzzFeed with $120M majority investment deal through Allen Family Digital
The move with BuzzFeed is one of many major transitions for Allen this year, as his ‘Comics Unleashed’ series will…
Angel Reese makes WNBA history in Dream debut, reminding fans her impact travels with her
In her first regular-season game with Atlanta, Reese helped seal a comeback win, reached 50 career double-doubles faster than anyone…
Virginia veteran breaks ‘The Price Is Right’ record with $240K Mother’s Day win
The Virginia contestant walked away with $227,500 in cash and a trip to Morocco valued at more than $12,000. A…
Beauty entrepreneur Mara Porter reflects on motherhood, healing and finding success after loss
Porter reflected on going viral at 45, launching iWIG and why she no longer worries about other people’s opinions. When…
Why ‘The Cult of NatureBoy’ feels so familiar
OPINION: Hulu’s “The Cult of NatureBoy” chronicles the rise and fall of Carbon Nation and the longing for Black liberation…
Olandria Carthen celebrates a new chapter as a homeowner
The reality star and Tuskegee University alum marked the milestone with roses, champagne, and a reminder that Black women’s wins…
Trial date set for man accused of stealing hard drives containing unreleased Beyoncé music
Kelvin Evans, 40, was indicted on several charges early this year, including entering an automobile and criminal trespass, to which…
Texas US Senate nominee James Talarico unveils plan to tackle Black maternal mortality crisis
EXCLUSIVE: On Mother’s Day, Talarico released a comprehensive policy strategy to support pregnant and postpartum women, as Black women are…
Shreveport community holds funeral for eight children murdered in mass shooting
Seven of the eight victims were the children of the shooter, Shamar Elkins, who went on a killing spree across…
‘There’s deals I missed out on’: Ne-Yo says he’s lost business over his polyamourous relationship
“They’re like, ‘We don’t know if we can get behind the whole polyamorous ,'” Ne-Yo said about business opportunities he’s…
Dystany Spurlock just made NASCAR history; Black women are finally getting their moment on the track
The Virginia racer became the first Black woman to compete in NASCAR’s national series this week, adding another historic chapter…
Happy feelings? Stefon Diggs and Cardi B spotted together at Mother’s Day event
The couple, who share a baby boy together, split in February shortly after the Super Bowl.Despite a very public breakup…
Here’s how a Black woman engineer turned a childhood Double Dutch dream into a real invention
A Penn State professor is blending nostalgia, culture, and STEM with what’s believed to be the world’s first automated Double…
Nick Cannon’s business accountant accused of embezzling $2 million, reportedly leaves US
If convicted, Frank Musoke faces up to 20 years in federal prison for each wire fraud charge and up to…
‘The Next Little Black Book of Success’ returns with new lessons on loss, leadership and resilience
“This book is a roadmap to the future,” Rhonda Joy McLean said. “We really try to anticipate changes in the…
Joy Frazier built a luxury handbag line designed for the woman still finding her way
“I think they’re different chapters of your beginning,” Frazier said, describing the three concepts of her handbags. Joy Frazier spent…
Usher to give back via new internship ahead of massive Chris Brown stadium tour
The internship, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Detroit, will give ten interns an unprecedented look…
Family mourning after 17-year-old son stabbed to death outside home weeks before graduation
Amari Clarke was set to graduate on June 1 and go off to trade school. A Prince George’s County teen…
‘He’s one of them’: Van Lathan calls out Stephen A. Smith days after ESPN commentator cited old speech calling for Black people to vote Republican for one election
The back-and-forth between Lathan and Smith adds to a growing list of notable Black political commentators who have pushed back…
Students at Morehouse School of Medicine join wave of HBCU protests of GOP-backed commencement speakers
Rep. Rich McCormick, a MSM alum, reportedly supported legislation that made it more difficult for lower-income students to attend the…
Should we be worried about this hantavirus? Here’s what Black health experts are saying
As concern grows around hantavirus after it was detected on a cruise, many people, including Black health experts, have been…
Virginia Supreme Court deals election blow as redrawn maps in the South further devastate Black voters
On Friday, Virginia’s new voter-approved map was ruled unconstitutional, and in South Carolina, Republican lawmakers moved to eliminate the state’s…
NAACP seeks court order to block Tennessee redistricting overhaul
The lawsuit was filed Thursday in Davidson County Chancery Court, just hours after Gov. Bill Lee signed the controversial map…
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles announces resignation six months after reelection win
Lyles became the first Black female mayor of Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2017. Charlotte, North Carolina, Mayor Vi Lyles has…
Jennifer Hudson moved to tears after son’s emotional Mother’s Day surprise: ‘I know it’s special to you’
An old family recipe became the kickstarter for one of the sweetest gifts Hudson received.Jennifer Hudson is known for surprises…
Trump calls for Hakeem Jeffries to face charges over ‘maximum warfare’ remarks
Trump targeted Jeffries over his use of the phrase “maximum warfare” during discussions about congressional redistricting strategies.President Donald Trump, on…
Rihanna’s latest ink is inspired by her children as her best Met Gala moment happened off the carpet
The singer already has some of the most influential tattoos of all time thanks to her longtime artist, Keith McCurdy.…
Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre return to alma mater in Compton for new high school groundbreaking ceremony
The event brought together local leaders, educators and community figures, including rapper and producer Will.i.am and longtime California Congresswoman Maxine…
How Black Teacher Appreciation Day celebrates the enduring impact of Black teachers
Black Teacher Appreciation Day arrives amid the 2026 Teacher Appreciation Week a time to recognize and honor our educators. The…
Susan Young Browne, Delaware State University’s oldest living graduate celebrates 108th birthday surrounded by community
The former teacher who came of age during segregation built a decades-long career in education and remains active and independent…
Black unemployment rate jumped in April amid continued federal job losses under Trump
Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, the Black unemployment rate has steadily increased. The Black…
The women behind the vision: How mothers and grandmothers inspired these beloved Black-owned brands
From mothers to grandmothers, generations of women’s love have inspired some of our favorite Black-owned brands.Behind every great brand is…
Victoria Monét gets candid about dating women and why she says they’re ‘worse’ than men
“The girls did me dirty,” Monét said, noting that women are “a little bit worse” than men when it comes…
Supreme Court case on Trump’s ending of TPS for Haitians could worsen a growing caregiving crisis
“This is an essential lifeline,” U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., told theGrio.By the end of its current session in the…
LA teen, accepted to 65 colleges, heading to Columbia U. in NYC on a full ride
The graduating senior balanced academics, leadership and perseverance while securing dozens of college acceptances.Lamont Newell is 17 years old, holds…
Allyson Felix’s return in her 40s is about more than glory — it’s about longevity
Allyson Felix is preparing to return to track and field at a time when more and more athletes are aging…
Hey Mama: 5 Black celebs experiencing their first Mother’s Day in 2026
From WWE superstars to rappers and athletes, these are just a few notable Black celebrities who have welcomed (or are…
’Life will never be the same’: Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax’s sister breaks the silence after her death
“Outdated gun and divorce laws in Virginia have destroyed my family,” Dr. Cerina W. Fairfax’s sister pens a tribute to…
EJ Johnson calls 2026 Met Gala a ‘graveyard,’ says looks were ‘awful on awful on awful’
The media personality did not hold back while critiquing this year’s celebrity looks, calling out everyone from Beyoncé to Kim…
The New York Times faces a discrimination lawsuit claiming racial bias against a white man
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims the New York Times engaged in “unlawful employment practices.”This week, the Equal Employment Opportunity…
Isaiah Rashad opens up about accepting his bisexuality: ‘There’s no manual’
The rapper said he’s been getting to know himself over the last few years, following a dark period of his…
Michael Jackson’s music breaks streaming records after biopic release
“Michael” is also the highest-earning music biopic ever, surpassing “Straight Outta Compton” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.”The success of “Michael” is translating…
Rick Ross and French Montana are facing off in Verzuz. Here’s how to watch
The Rick Ross-French Montana Verzuz battle promises a night of hip-hop’s biggest club anthems.Two of hip-hop’s most decorated collaborators are…
A Virginia lawmaker, judge, and Fed governor. All Black women targeted by the Trump administration
“ goes back to the core element of Donald Trump himself as somebody who sees Black women as the number…
Tennessee Republicans propose new map that could eliminate state’s only Democratic congressional district
Tennessee Republicans unveiled a new congressional map that could split Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen’s Memphis district ahead of the 2026…
Napheesa Collier says calling WNBA leadership ‘worst in the world’ was ‘a little dramatic,’ but has no regrets
Collier reflected on last year’s public clash with WNBA leadership while discussing the impact the standoff had on player negotiations.Napheesa…
Md. Gov. Wes Moore unveils marker honoring Black boys buried at Maryland reform school
State leaders say the memorial is part of a broader effort to uncover the identities and stories of more than…
For better or worse, ‘The Real Housewives’ have been a crash course in financial literacy
For over 20 years, “The Real Housewives” have been inadvertently normalizing so many financial conversations. Editor’s note: The following article…
Amanda Seales recalls 2023 sexual assault in new memoir series: ‘The experience revealed a lot to me about myself’
Amanda Seales releases “Crank Dat Through a Sexual Assault” as resource for sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. If…
Kodak Black arrested on felony drug trafficking charges, pleads not guilty
The South Florida rapper was last arrested for drug possession in 2023. Kodak Black has been arrested again on drug-related…
Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO unveils 13-week football schedule featuring classic showdowns, homecoming events and historic rivalries
Now in its 5th Season, the premier home for HBCU football delivers a curated slate of must-watch matchups to audiences…
The Bronx School of Hip-Hop among five new schools to open in New York City this fall
DJing, graffiti, breakdancing and emceeing are on the syllabus for students when their first day of class arrives later this…
5 Denzel Washington quotes on life, failure, and success that hit different in 2026
The two-time Academy Award winner has dropped one-liners in movies and TV shows for decades. His greatest wisdom might lie…
Dave Chappelle and Michelle Obama take jabs at Trump in ‘IMO’ interview: ‘Tried to tell the people’
In a near two-hour conversation the comedian, Craig Robinson and former First Lady dive into several subjects, from Chappelle’s upbringing…
Megan Thee Stallion opens up about living ‘two different lives’ and how her late grandmother kept her grounded
Megan Thee Stallion reflects on protecting her personal life, staying rooted in family, and navigating fame without losing herself.There’s Megan…
10 years after his death, the Muhammad Ali Center honors ‘The Greatest’ with a global ‘Day of Compassion’
The day of service extends beyond Ali’s hometown of Louisville and is calling on major cities like Atlanta, New York,…
FBI reportedly raids state Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas’ offices
FBI agents were spotted searching the office of Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas on Wednesday morning.Weeks after Democratic…
Bernice King speaks out about Spirit Airlines’ 17,000 employees amid closure: ‘Behind every corporate headline are human beings’
Bernice King addresses Spirit Airlines closing its doors on Saturday, May 2, after financial hardship and the rising cost of…
Stefon Diggs learns fate in strangulation, assault case after two days of testimony
Diggs was accused of assaulting his former live-in chef.A Massachusetts jury on Tuesday found NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs not…