With billionaire author MacKenzie Scott giving record amounts to multiple Historically Black Colleges and Universities, it begs the question: What is her connection to the Black community? In a word, Toni Morrison.  As theGrio previously reported on a recent episode of “TheGrio Weekly,” the late Nobel Peace Prize-winning author was

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, R-S.C., called out fellow South Carolina Republican, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace, after the controversial congresswoman’s meltdown at Charleston International Airport. Mace blew up on airport police with expletives during an encounter last week, resulting in an incident report being filed with the Charleston county aviation authority

Black leaders in politics and the civil rights community are reacting to the announcement of U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi‘s retirement from Congress, marking the end of a nearly 40-year historic career. “Over nearly 40 years in the House, she advanced legislation that improved the lives of everyday Americans and served

After nearly ten years, Meghan Markle is reportedly dusting off her acting chops! On Wednesday, Nov. 5, the 44-year-old actress and lifestyle brand founder was spotted on the set of the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios film “Close Personal Friends” in Pasadena, California, The Sun first reported. According to the outlet,

We finally have a first look at the official Michael Jackson biopic. Lionsgate has released the trailer for “Michael,” the film about the eponymous singer known as the “King of Pop.” Directed by Antoine Fuqua, “Michael” will star Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, who is the son of Jermaine Jackson. Fuqua

Michelle Obama would like to remind everyone that the White House is the “people’s house.” During an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on Tuesday, Nov. 4, the former First Lady spoke publicly for the first time since President Trump began demolishing the White House’s East Wing to

The Dallas Cowboys are mourning the sudden death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who died by suicide after a police chase Thursday morning at just 24 years old. In a statement shared Nov. 6, the team confirmed the tragic news, writing, “It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys

After Republicans suffered major losses in Tuesday night’s general elections up and down the ballot, President Donald Trump is now seizing on the use of certain vocabulary related to the economy to try to turn the tables. When asked about the election results, in which Democrats dominated his party, Trump

by Sharelle B. McNair November 6, 2025 The announcement comes just days after Duffy highlighted the lack of air traffic controllers on the job. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says 10% of flights at 40 of America’s busiest airports will be reduced by Nov. 7 if the longest government shutdown

Raven-Symoné is speaking candidly about one of the most complicated figures in her career, and arguably Black television history.  During a recent appearance on the “Hate to Break It to Ya” podcast, the actress and former child star reflected on her time working with Bill Cosby, saying she’s learned to