CLAYTON, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Supreme Court blocked an agreement that would spare the life of a man on death row. Instead, Marcellus Williams must now proceed with a hearing on his innocence claim, with a little over a month to go before his scheduled execution. The ruling late

CHICAGO (AP) — Kamala Harris summoned Americans on Thursday to reject political division and instead chart what she called a “new way forward,” as she accepted her party’s nomination while blending biography with warnings about electing Donald Trump again to the White House. Taking the stage to a thunderous standing

For Black women delegates who cast their ballots for Vice President Kamala Harris at this year’s Democratic National Convention, her historic presidential nomination hits differently.  In less than 10 years, the party has nominated its second female presidential nominee and only its second Black candidate in less than 20 years.

Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Having a large family can be a joy. The house is always full of life — children yell from the moment they wake up until it’s time to go

When given the choice between a burger made with turkey or beef, you may want to start opting for the poultry, if you don’t already do so. You may also want to go even further and make sure it’s as close to unprocessed as possible. Both processed and red meat,

WNBA star Angel Reese may have found her perfect sponsorship match. This week, the Chicago Sky forward announced her official partnership with The Hershey Company’s “Reese’s” candy. The chocolate manufacturer is teaming up with the WNBA Rookie of the Year to launch “Reese’s Pieces,” a limited-edition merch collection.  “The fans

Janet Jackson is headed to Sin City.  The music legend announced on Wednesday that she will launch a Las Vegas residency at Resorts World Theatre. The “Janet Jackson: Las Vegas” residency begins on Dec. 30, with a New Year’s Eve show included.  Jackson took to Instagram to share the news,

Ashanti and Nelly are parents!  This week, in an interview with “Entertainment Tonight,” Ashanti announced the arrival of her and Nelly’s first child together — Kareem Kenkaide Haynes. Despite his slightly early arrival on July 18, baby Kareem was surrounded by love as he came into this world.  “[Giving birth]

Since its inception, diasporic debates have been held about who makes the best jollof, a West African dish traditionally comprised of spiced rice and vegetables. Thanks in large part to social media, in recent decades, these discussions have also reached across the Atlantic, as diasporans and their descendants from throughout

Hope is one of the many words echoing throughout the United Center in Chicago this week at the Democratic National Convention, and Lori Lightfoot, who once led the city as mayor, says women are ready for Vice President Kamala Harris to lead America. She spoke with theGrio’s senior White House