Lessons from Kendrick Lamar and ‘Not Like Us’ — one year later
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. In late March of 2025—just over a month ago—I was asked to DJ a birthday party for a newly minted 7-year-old. When I asked the boy’s mother if there were any special requests for […]
Black-owned Mother’s Day gifts that say ‘Thank you, Mama’
If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that Black mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and the women who raised us deserve the world or at least gifts that come close. From staying moisturized at all times (yes, even the elbows), to holding down the family with faith, strength, and a little side-eye, they’ve taught us […]
Kamala Harris’ ‘60 Minutes’ interview earns Emmy nomination amid Trump lawsuit
From a courtroom dispute to a coveted Emmy nomination, CBS’s “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris is drawing fresh attention this week. On Thursday, the segment featuring the former Vice President was nominated for “Outstanding Edited Interview.” This same interview has been at the center of President Trump’s ongoing dispute with the news network. In […]
Kandi Burruss speaks out after ‘Othello’ is snubbed by Tony Awards: ‘Still beyond proud’
After the buzzy Broadway revival of “Othello” starring Denzel Washington as the titular character and Jake Gyllenhaal was shut out of this year’s Tony Award nominations, producer Kandi Burruss isn’t hiding her disappointment. When the 2025 Tony Awards nominations were announced on Thursday, May 1, the Shakespeare classic, produced by “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” […]
Why America keeps making Black fathers the villains of sports
In the billion-dollar business of sports, there’s no image more quietly threatening to the system than a strong, involved Black father. We see it time and time again.Lavar Ball is called arrogant.Deion Sanders is called selfish. Richard Williams was labeled crazy long before the world knew the names Venus and Serena.LeBron James is somehow criticized […]
Wes Moore explains why he will not run for president in 2028
Despite calls for him to seek the presidency in 2028, Maryland Governor Wes Moore says he isn’t running. The rising Democratic star left no ambiguity when asked if he would enter the race, as his party desperately searches for its standard bearer after devastating losses in the 2024 election. “I am not running,” Moore said […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs rejects final guilty plea deal ahead of trial in sex trafficking case
Sean “Diddy” Combs has rejected his final chance to avoid trial in his sex trafficking case. During a hearing on Thursday, the 55-year-old disgraced music mogul confirmed he was not accepting a plea deal by federal prosecutors, NBC News reported. When asked by U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, who is presiding over the trial in […]
Audra McDonald makes Tonys history as the most-nominated performer
Black communities are rising and giving Audra McDonald a standing ovation online, as the actress celebrates becoming the most nominated performer in Tonys history. The Tony Awards are one of the theater industry’s most coveted awards. This week, the Tonys announced its 2025 nominees, in which McDonald was crowned the most-nominated actress. Now with 11 […]
Harvard Professors Pledge To Pay Cut Amid Lawsuit Against Trump Administration
by Mitti Hicks May 2, 2025 The Ivy League school’s president, Alan Garber, said the federal funding cuts would be detrimental to the school as a significant portion of the money goes toward medical and scientific research. Harvard University professors are pledging to take a temporary pay cut as the university files a lawsuit against […]
Georgia Mayor Khalid Kamau Says Farewell To South Fulton After A Slew Of Controversies
by Kandiss Edwards May 2, 2025 The South Fulton Mayor delivered his final State of the City address South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau delivered his final State of the City address on the evening of May 1, marking the city’s eighth anniversary and signaling the end of his tenure. During his farewell, Kamau chose not […]
