Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Lisa Price founded Carol’s Daughter in her kitchen, and for decades, a big part of what her fans loved was that her company was Black-owned. Then, one day in

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France (AP) — Brittney Griner knows only too well the swirling emotions of being involved in a prisoner swap, and she said Thursday night she is “head over heels” that fellow Americans are coming home from Russia. “Great day. It’s a great day. It’s a great day,” Griner said

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris‘ campaign announced Friday that it raised $310 million last month, an eyepopping sum showing that donors who once seemed spooked about the prospects for November’s election with President Joe Biden are now offering mountains of cash to boost his former No. 2. The

SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Sha’Carri Richardson blazed through a no-fuss opening round in the 100 meters Friday, winning her first-ever race at the Olympics in 10.94 seconds to easily qualify for the semifinals. Wearing neon green shoes, which contrasted well against the bright purple track, the American captured the first

Americans have money on their minds—and not in a good way. The 2024 Financial Angst Report by NerdWallet found that 28% of respondents experience financial anxiety and 84% experience financial stress. Unfortunately, anxiety can have long-term effects: The Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center found that people experiencing financial anxiety are

You want more money. In fact, you believe you deserve it for a job well done. So, why not ask for it? Plenty of reasons… A recent survey of 1,000 American employees determined the top three reasons Americans are afraid to ask for a raise, finding that 80% feel they

The fallout continues over the National Association of Black Journalists’ decision to invite former President Donald Trump to speak at its annual convention in Chicago. TheGrio’s April Ryan sat down with creative consultant April Reign to discuss the backlash and how the organization failed Black media. Reign said, “The writing

Cardi B and Offset are once again closing the book on their hip-hop love story.  On July 31, a member of Cardi B’s team confirmed to the New York Post’s Page Six that the female rapper had filed for divorce from her husband of six years.  Throughout the course of

PARIS (AP) — Simone Biles remains peerless. Even when she’s not quite perfect. The American gymnastics star edged Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade during a tense Olympic all-around final on Thursday. Biles’ total of 59.131 was just over a point ahead of Andrade at 57.932, one of the closest calls Biles has ever endured

ATLANTA (AP) — The teenage brother of a U.S. Air Force airman who was shot and killed in his home by a Florida sheriff’s deputy in May has been killed in a shooting in the Atlanta area, police said. Andre Fortson, Senior Airman Roger Fortson’s 16-year-old brother, was killed this