Mamdani taps NAACP New York leader to chair NYC racial equity commission
Christopher Alexander is Mamdani’s pick to lead the commission tasked with addressing racial inequities across city government and studying potential…
New Jersey mother says daycare waited to call 911 after her 4-year-old became unresponsive
Shanya Robins says she arrived to find her son, Yasmir, unresponsive and had to tell staff to call 911. Investigators…
Dolores Huerta, civil rights and labor movement trailblazer, dies at 96
The pioneering activist co-founded the United Farm Workers, fought for marginalized communities and popularized the rallying cry “Sí, se puede.”Dolores…
Kirk Franklin says criticism of GloRilla over their gospel collaboration is ‘breaking my heart’
The gospel legend says backlash to their collaboration has been heartbreaking and rejects efforts to police who can talk about…
Ayesha Curry to become leading lady with upcoming holiday rom-com for Roku
The former child actor-turned-entrepreneur and wife of future NBA Hall of Famer Steph Curry is set to be No. 1…
‘We grow better together, baby!’: Cardi B wants Grow-Good to grow with Black-owned beauty supply stores
Cardi B tells theGrio launching in independent beauty supply stores is a priority for her haircare brand Grow Good.Next time…
Former U.S. soccer star steps in to train 3-year-old Nevada Pierre after youth league controversy
Eddie Johnson offered the young soccer standout a spot at his Orlando academy after the Florida incident drew national attention.Former…
The Lip Bar controversy puts a spotlight on how Black-owned brands are faring amid the Target boycott
As Melissa Butler reacts to The Lip Bar backlash we unpack how Black brands have been faring since the boycott…
Jordan Chiles is taking fans behind the scenes of her road to the 2028 Olympics
The Olympic gold medalist’s new documentary, “Fair Play: The Jordan Chiles Story,” will follow her comeback journey ahead of the…
‘The Drop’ creator Malcolm Spellman says record labels pushed violence over conscious hip-hop: ‘That is by design’
The “Snowfall” spinoff’s showrunner has big plans for future seasons, including exploring how the music industry profited from the rise…
Jay-Z and J. Cole write letters supporting Lil Durk’s release as rapper makes new bond bid
Lil Durk is offering future music earnings, royalties and touring income as collateral while he awaits a second federal trial.Lil…
Black freshman enrollment at Harvard drops nearly 50% since Supreme Court ended affirmative action
New enrollment figures reveal widening racial disparities at some of the nation’s most prestigious universities, although other schools have managed…
Is the ‘Thriller’ dance derived from the cake walk? The theory examined
We unpack the theory that keeps haunting the “Thriller” dance and its origins year after year during spooky season. Each…
Stranger leaves Baltimore photographer Devin Allen money in her will after his work moved her
Allen says the unexpected gift renewed his drive during a difficult year and will help fund a space for young…
Beyonce’s BeyGOOD awards $25k to camp introducing children to HBCU’s
The grant will help Camp HBCYouth expand access to historically Black colleges, hire more college students and keep summer programs…
In the Bahamas, Black artists are reclaiming the story of paradise
At the FUZE Art Fair, artists and cultural leaders are working to build a contemporary art scene that reflects the…
Keisha Lance Bottoms earns backing from Georgia Muslim groups in governor’s race
Four Muslim organizations and 14 community leaders endorsed the former Atlanta mayor, citing her engagement and policy commitments.Former Atlanta Mayor…
Young advocates push for Broward County (Fla.) School Board to make menstrual products accessible to all students
This month, the Broward County School Board approved a Menstrual Hygiene Product Access Pilot Program following months of student advocacy.Earlier…
Da’Vinchi addresses backlash to prior comments about Black Americans, calls statements ‘sloppy’ and ‘clumsy’
The actor best known for portraying Terry “Southwest T” Flenory on ‘BMF’ found himself embroiled in controversy after statements made…
‘GOAT’s out of the bag’: Jay-Z confirms he’s headling the Super Bowl Halftime Show
The culmination of JAY-Z30 will take place at SoFi Stadium on the biggest night in American sports at Super Bowl…
NAACP condemns ‘blatantly racist attacks’ in Michigan Senate race
President Derrick Johnson called the rhetoric “unacceptable and disgusting” as Michigan voters weigh a closely watched Senate contest.The NAACP is…
Black women have a 400-year history with Shakespeare. A new exhibit in D.C. finally tells their story
Curator Dr. Patricia Akhimie brings together 400 years of artifacts, exploring how Black women have engaged with Shakespeare on their…
What Black families stand to lose when they put off estate planning
From homes to hard-earned savings, estate-planning attorney Jehan Crump-Gibson explains how to spare loved ones all the unnecessary drama. When…
‘I don’t want it, my dear’: Gizelle Bryant’s gossip comes back to bite her on ‘RHOP’
We recap the latest episode of “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” and how Gizelle Bryant found herself answering for all…
Paul Pierce’s lawyer says former NBA star is ‘drowning financially’ amid legal battle with ex-wife
The former NBA star says his income has dropped to zero as his ex-wife seeks additional legal fees and money…
Detroit students take to the streets demanding answers in Nolan Wells case
Students carried “Justice for Nolan Wells” signs and called for renewed scrutiny of the 18-year-old’s death.Hundreds of Detroit students took…
Anthropic files for massive IPO while warning its AI could pose ‘existential risks’
The Claude maker could seek a valuation of up to $2 trillion as its filing details potential dangers ranging from…
Lizzo named grand marshal of Houston’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Grammy winner will return to her hometown to lead the annual celebration alongside musicians from her former high school…
Stephen A. Smith defends LeBron James after Trump calls him a ‘total disgrace’
Smith questioned why the president singled out James and suggested the criticism could serve a political purpose ahead of the…
Jalen Hurts receives heartfelt support from students at his mother’s school
Pamela Hurts said she was trying not to cry as she read messages wishing her son well after his blood…
Beyoncé wants Cécred to win over people who ‘can’t stand’ her music
The singer says she built the haircare brand to solve real problems and stand on its own, regardless of her…
A 15-year-old’s sickle cell breakthrough honors the legacy of Black medical pioneers
Phillip Mullin’s historic gene therapy treatment underscores the legacy of Black doctors whose decades of research helped shape modern sickle…
‘Many believe this is nothing to talk about’: KKK ‘costumes’ spotted in El Paso cause outrage
Lawmakers, community leaders, and historians react as footage of an unidentified group in El Paso wearing Ku Klux Klan regalia…
Florida family says police escorted them from soccer field after 3-year-old outplayed older kids
Video shared by the family shows the 3-year-old dribbling past older children, but officials have not publicly explained why police…
911 audio revealed in Florida youth soccer league incident that barred 3-year-old Black child from league
Nevada’s family says the 3-year-old soccer standout was simply playing when the dispute unfolded at a Florida youth league.The audio…
Trump DOJ seeks to block Alaska Senate certification if Republican loses
The Justice Department says two candidates with similar names could confuse voters, while Alaska officials and political figures dispute the…
‘Perfect time’: Boyz II Men confirm they’re making a country album next year
The legendary R&B group is the latest act to lean into country music, which was famously done by the likes…
Popular influencer Kristy Sarah spotted with Bryson Tiller while navigating life after a public divorce
Kristy finalized her divorce from Desmond Scott in July after 12 years of marriage. However, fans have long paired her…
Barack Obama backs Maryland ballot measure that could reshape congressional map
The proposed amendment would remove a restriction that previously limited lawmakers from drawing a map that could favor Democrats in…
Judges skeptical of Trump DOJ bid to stop California from counting thousands of ballots
The Justice Department wants California to set aside mail ballots tied to roughly 20,000 names flagged for citizenship review.A federal…
Years before Trump praised Nicki Minaj’s ‘beautiful a—,’ the rapper criticized his politics and treatment of women
Minaj’s growing MAGA embrace marks a dramatic shift from years of criticism of Trump’s immigration policies and treatment of women.Donald…
Jay-Z tells fans to question online criticism of his performances amid rise of AI
During his SoFi Stadium shows in California, the rapper challenged claims about concert attendance and reception, urging fans to trust…
15-year-old arrested after shooting wounds 11 near Florida A&M University
Police say six juveniles were among those wounded in the shooting near Bragg Memorial Stadium following FAMU’s homecoming game.A 15-year-old…
Obama defends Abdul El-Sayed against attacks targeting his Muslim faith: ‘We have seen this movie before’
The former president said efforts to portray El-Sayed as dangerous or less American echoed attacks he faced during his own…
Koran Irvine’s widow vows to ‘keep asking questions’ after husband’s fatal shooting
Patricia Irvine questioned why Victor Romero, a retired NYPD detective charged with first-degree manslaughter, was released after posting $1 million…
Man arrested after allegedly threatening crew member with knife on Michael B. Jordan’s ‘Miami Vice ’85’ set
Police say Alex Perez, 23, displayed a knife during a dispute with a production worker and was taken into custody…
Chiquitta Dawkins faces child neglect charge after girl found with frail bones and a limp
A South Carolina woman, Chiquitta Dawkins, faces charges after a 12-year-old was found weighing 47 pounds with no school records…
Drake gives Bow Wow his flowers at 40th birthday party: ‘It wouldn’t be no Drake without (Bow Wow)’
Drake told guests he studied Bow Wow’s music videos and “106 & Park” appearances while growing up before Bow Wow…
Chris Brown avoids jail after receiving suspended sentence in UK nightclub assault case
A London judge sentenced Brown to eight months in prison, suspended for 12 months, after he pleaded guilty to affray.R&B…
The Vote Is Our Voice. The Money Is the Microphone.
How Black voters can make history by investing in Black candidates like Keisha Lance Bottoms.Rick Jackson put more than $111…
Letitia James is bringing in outside counsel for the Cornell 7 probe nine days before her reelection vote
New York Attorney General Letitia James is moving to hire outside counsel for the Cornell 7 investigation as critics question…
FAMU homecoming shooting leaves 12 injured, including 6 children, in Tallahassee
Gunfire erupted near Bragg Memorial Stadium after Florida A&M University’s homecoming football game, leaving families and the Tallahassee community shaken.A…
U.S. gymnastics celebrates Richard’s historic floor gold and Blakely’s four-medal world championships
Frederick Richard wins floor exercise gold at the 2026 World Gymnastics Championships, while Skye Blakely reaches four medals and Claire…
Meghan Markle’s complicated relationship with her father’s family, explained
In the aftermath of the Duchess of Sussex’s statement in reaction to allegations against her father, we unpack their complex…
Barack Obama attacks Trump’s record on rising costs and Iran war while campaigning for Ohio Democrats in Cleveland
Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump’s policies and Vivek Ramaswamy’s attack ad against Amy Acton while campaigning for Ohio Democrats ahead…
LaMelo Ball says changing his baby son’s diapers is ‘not my job’
The Minnesota Timberwolves guard says his girlfriend, Ana Montana, handles diaper changes for their 9-month-old son, LaOne.NBA star LaMelo Ball…
Druski is headed to ‘Saturday Night Live’ for his hosting debut
The comedian and internet personality will host the Nov. 7 episode with The Strokes as musical guest.“Saturday Night Live” has…
Magic Johnson’s business ties to Mark Walter face scrutiny amid reported $2 billion in loans
A firm partly owned by Johnson reportedly financed Walter-linked businesses as the billionaire sports mogul who owns the Dodgers and…
Kai Cenat sends cease-and-desist letter to former friend Reggie over allegations
The streamer’s legal team is demanding that Reggie Travers remove videos alleging misconduct by Cenat, as their dispute could end…
Drake celebrates 40th birthday with Backstreet Boys performance, gifts attendees Chanel and Hermès bags
Among close friends and a tight-knit circle, the OVO rapper thanked those in attendance and said the night was about…