As part of their big tax bill, Republicans in Congress are pumping billions of dollars into President Donald Trump’s mass deportation and border security plan with nearly 20,000 new officers, stark new $1,000 in fees on migrants seeking asylum and $46.5 billion for a long-sought border wall. Tuesday launched the first of back-to-back

by Jeroslyn JoVonn April 30, 2025 A letter Malcolm X penned after being silenced for his remarks on JFK’s assassination sold at auction for over $10,000. Malcolm X’s historic, typed and hand-signed letter addressing the backlash he faced for his controversial remarks on JFK’s assassination, sold at an auction for

Amazon says it’s not planning to display added tariff costs next to product prices on its site — despite a report that sparked speculation the e-commerce giant would soon show the new import charges, and the White House’s fiery comments denouncing the purported change. The Trump administration’s reaction appeared to be based on a

by Kandiss Edwards April 30, 2025 Misa Hylton is suing former friend Mary J. Blige for $5 million. Stylist Misa Hylton is suing longtime collaborator and former friend Mary J. Blige for $5 million. In the suit, Hylton alleges her former friend interfered with a business relationship and breached a

by Stacy Jackson April 30, 2025 The World Health Organization’s regional director for Africa said the ebola outbreak challenged Uganda’s health workers in new ways. Uganda has announced the official end to an Ebola outbreak that emerged in the country following a case detected three months ago in Kampala. “Good

Amid a second Trump presidency that has included unprecedented federal layoffs, a tariff war, and widespread attacks on DEI and immigrants, Michelle Obama has one fear. During a recent appearance on Jay Shetty’s podcast, “On Purpose with Jay Shetty,” with her brother Craig Robinson, the former first lady opened up

The Philadelphia Eagles’ visit to the White House sparked controversy…and love connections? Eagles cornerback Eli Ricks recently took to X to reflect on his experience visiting the White House with his fellow Super Bowl LIX champions. While many were captivated by the historic setting, Ricks had his attention elsewhere. “Donald

When Kim Burrell apologized for past comments she’s made against the LGBTQ community in 2024, it was because she felt “it was time.”  The 52-year-old pastor and gospel star appeared on a recent episode of the Jamal Bryant podcast “Let’s Be Clear” when a thoughtful discussion about the Black Church’s

Amid the controversy, constitutional clashes, and complete bucking of norms that have marked President Donald Trump‘s first 100 days in office, Black Americans are among those most impacted, critics tell theGrio, evidenced by Trump’s dizzying executive orders and actions to upend the federal government’s role in protecting communities of color.

“I’m all for everybody staying positive about any and everything,” Nelly told Fox News during an interview at the Stagecoach Festival. “I’m a glass-half-full type of guy. I’m more empowered by bringing people together and making sure that we all get what we need, when we need it and why