Joy Reid urges Black Americans to stay engaged amid immigration crackdowns and political fatigue
As headlines continue to highlight the LA protests and rising tensions around immigration, many in Black communities are asking: Is this our fight to fight? In short—yes. But the conversations sparked by these events are valid and shouldn’t be dismissed. Since the 2024 elections, the distrust Black communities have felt towards America has intensified. As […]
CNN’s Sara Sidner on the family confronting slavery, the KKK—and choosing healing over hate
CNN’s Sara Sidner has reported from war zones and frontlines of protests—but she says this story, airing Sunday on The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, left her speechless and emotionally wrecked in the best way. “Some of the stories broke my heart in a thousand pieces,” she tells TheGrio, “and somehow this family is putting […]
Trump’s military parade on his birthday sets ‘dangerous precedent,’ say Black leaders
On Saturday, President Donald Trump will hold an unprecedented military parade on his 79th birthday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. On that same day, nearly 2,000 organized “No Kings” protests will take place across the country in opposition to Trump and what critics call his authoritarian agenda. While the Trump White […]
The reason Janelle James doesn’t shop at Target anymore might surprise you: ‘Used to be my happy place’
Most famous people have a seminal moment when they stopped doing “regular” things. For Janelle James, that moment arrived in Target. The 45-year-old actress recently opened up about the “biggest adjustment” she’s had to make since gaining notoriety through her starring role as the infamous principal Ava on “Abbott Elementary.” While in conversation with the […]
Nelly and Ashanti reveal they once ‘hated each other before rekindling their romance
Ashanti and Nelly may be couple goals now, but things were definitely different between the two before the pair got back together. In the trailer for their upcoming reality series on Peacock, “Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together,” released Thursday, June 12, the couple opens up about their journey together, which began in 2003 before […]
Ryan Michelle Bathé to join husband Sterling K. Brown on season 2 of Hulu’s ‘Paradise’
Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathé are taking their real-life chemistry to the set. According to Variety, Bathé is set to guest star in Season 2 of “Paradise,” the political thriller led by her Emmy-winning husband. While details about her character are still under wraps, fans are already buzzing with anticipation — and opinions. […]
Nearly Half Of US Homeowners Regret Buying —Hidden Costs Are Major Factor
by Mary Spiller June 13, 2025 As home prices and maintenance costs continue to climb, nearly half of U.S. homeowners say they regret their purchase—citing unexpected expenses and financial strain as key reasons for buyer’s remorse, according to a new Bankrate survey. For many Americans, buying a home is a long-awaited milestone. However, for nearly […]
Beyoncé Is The Last Winner Of Best Country Album Grammy Due To Category Changes
by Kandiss Edwards June 13, 2025 The Recording Academy is making changes to its Best Country Album category after Beyoncé won the award in 2025. The Recording Academy is changing its Best Country Album category following Beyoncé’s win in 2025. Many fans and some country artists believed Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album was not country enough. Thus, […]
Mourners pay respects to late US Rep. Charles Rangel in New York City
Mourners paid their respects to former U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel as his body lay in state Thursday at New York City Hall, an honor bestowed to a short list of political figures, including U.S. presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. The outspoken, gravel-voiced Harlem Democrat died May 26 at the age of 94 after spending nearly […]
Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones Pleads Not Guilty Following Latest Arrest
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton June 13, 2025 The former Cincinnatti Bengals player was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place, disorderly conduct, and assault of a police officer or a probation officer. Former NFL player Adam “Pacman” Jones pleaded not guilty June 11 after being arrested several days earlier in Kentucky. According to […]
