This week, the media world is mourning the loss of Ananda Lewis, a former media powerhouse and activist who made space for Black girls to be smart, stylish, and unapologetically themselves on screen. As previously reported by theGrio, Lewis had been battling breast cancer for years, and on June 11,

Democrats swiftly and forcefully condemned the Trump administration after an explosive encounter at a press conference in Los Angeles on Thursday that resulted in U.S. Senator Alex Padilla being forcibly removed and cuffed by Department of Homeland Security agents. “United States Senator Alex Padilla was representing the millions of Californians

After almost two decades together, Amerie has revealed she’s split from her husband, former Columbia Records executive Lenny Nicholson.  The 45-year-old R&B singer shared the update while chatting with Angela Yee during the 2025 BET Awards recording of “Way Up With Angela Yee.” When Yee referred to Amerie’s relationship status

Would you let AI teach your child? Recently, “Milkshake” singer Kelis opened up about her children’s unique education. During an appearance on the “Earn Your Leisure” podcast, the singer reflected on her transition from the United States to Kenya and how she managed her children, Knight, Shepherd, and Galilee’s education

According to Flau’jae Johnson, she and Angel Reese are no longer friends.  During an appearance on “The Breakfast Club” on Monday, June 9, the LSU guard opened up about her relationship with the basketball phenom.   “We’re not friends,” Johnson explained. “But I mean, like, that bond that we had, and

Rapper Silentó, born Ricky Lamar Hawk, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the 2021 fatal shooting of his cousin, Frederick Rooks III. Hawk, 27, pleaded guilty but mentally ill to voluntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, and concealing the

Yesterday, news broke that former MTV VJ and activist Ananda Lewis died at 52 years old after a long battle with breast cancer. As Lewis’ family, friends, and fans grieve the media trailblazer, her best friend Stephanie Elam shared the powerful message her bestie left her with.  “Things had taken

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman June 12, 2025 The program latest cohort helped 20 businesses learn about scaling and profitability. Morehouse College’s retail business program was established to empower Black entrepreneurs, but those dreams may be deferred if funding cannot support next year’s class. The program’s latest cohort of graduates included 20

Since its release on June 6, “Straw,” the latest movie written, directed and produced by Tyler Perry has been a consistent conversation starter. Opinions have been extreme with some people saying it’s Perry’s best film (“The Family That Preys” would like to have a word) and others claiming its more

by Kandiss Edwards June 12, 2025 Atlanta was named the most educated city, unfortunately it comes at a cost. Black residents say the city is no longer affordable. Atlanta was recently named the smartest and most educated city; unfortunately, it comes at a cost. The city is no longer considered an