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Jill Scott can attest to some tough times she experienced while growing up in Philly and throughout her life. But the 53-year-old singer and actress is still finding joy despite some hardships. The “Golden” singer was a guest on Gillie Da Kid and Wallo’s “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast
Scott Evans has always known how to make people feel at home. Now, he’s taking that feeling on the road. The Emmy-nominated host and cultural connector behind the viral, Webby Award–winning series “House Guest” is officially going on tour, transforming his beloved digital gathering space into a live audience experience.
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. At 58, I did something I never imagined I’d do: I wrote a book. Not because I needed another title. Not because I aspired to be an author. I
The NFL has suspended Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf for two games following an in-game altercation between Metcalf and a fan during the team’s victory over Detroit. The league ruled that Metcalf’s actions violated league policy, which specifies that “players may not enter the stands or otherwise confront fans at any
’Tis the season for giving back, and Megan Thee Stallion is leaning all the way in. This holiday season, the “Lover Girl” rapper has expanded her ongoing partnership with Fanatics Sportsbook to include her nonprofit, The Pete and Thomas Foundation. “It’s special to work with a brand that shares your
by Keka Araújo December 23, 2025 The significance of this declaration has extended far beyond South Florida’s borders. The vibrant pulse of the Haitian diaspora found a new rhythm this month as civic leaders and cultural icons converged to celebrate the inaugural Saint Sauveur 1972 Haitian Heritage Rum Day. Officially
by Kandiss Edwards December 23, 2025 The Special Merit Awards Ceremony will take place at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles as part of the Grammy Week. The Recording Academy has named music legends Whitney Houston and Chaka Khan among this year’s recipients of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 23, 2025 Charlamagne reflects on the time he tried to provoke Kelly Rowland on-air after Wendy Williams ordered him to “get her.” Charlamagne Tha God is reflecting on his early days in radio, when he reportedly felt pressured to shade Kelly Rowland on air after Wendy
by Kandiss Edwards December 23, 2025 Betty Reid Soskin was the oldest ranger ever to serve the U.S. National Park Service retiring at 100-years-old. Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest ranger ever to serve the U.S. National Park Service, died Dec. 21, 2025, at age 104, peacefully at her home surrounded
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 23, 2025 Olukunle Idowu and Hyacinth Linton were arrested on a charge of petit theft of $101 to $749 Two Spirit Airlines employees were arrested for allegedly stealing a $500 Louis Vuitton bag from a passenger. According to The Miami Herald, Olukunle Idowu, a
Jill Scott can attest to some tough times she experienced while growing up in Philly and throughout her life. But the 53-year-old singer and actress is still finding joy despite some hardships. The “Golden” singer was a guest on Gillie Da Kid and Wallo’s “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast
Scott Evans has always known how to make people feel at home. Now, he’s taking that feeling on the road. The Emmy-nominated host and cultural connector behind the viral, Webby Award–winning series “House Guest” is officially going on tour, transforming his beloved digital gathering space into a live audience experience.
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. At 58, I did something I never imagined I’d do: I wrote a book. Not because I needed another title. Not because I aspired to be an author. I
The NFL has suspended Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf for two games following an in-game altercation between Metcalf and a fan during the team’s victory over Detroit. The league ruled that Metcalf’s actions violated league policy, which specifies that “players may not enter the stands or otherwise confront fans at any
’Tis the season for giving back, and Megan Thee Stallion is leaning all the way in. This holiday season, the “Lover Girl” rapper has expanded her ongoing partnership with Fanatics Sportsbook to include her nonprofit, The Pete and Thomas Foundation. “It’s special to work with a brand that shares your
by Keka Araújo December 23, 2025 The significance of this declaration has extended far beyond South Florida’s borders. The vibrant pulse of the Haitian diaspora found a new rhythm this month as civic leaders and cultural icons converged to celebrate the inaugural Saint Sauveur 1972 Haitian Heritage Rum Day. Officially
by Kandiss Edwards December 23, 2025 The Special Merit Awards Ceremony will take place at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles as part of the Grammy Week. The Recording Academy has named music legends Whitney Houston and Chaka Khan among this year’s recipients of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 23, 2025 Charlamagne reflects on the time he tried to provoke Kelly Rowland on-air after Wendy Williams ordered him to “get her.” Charlamagne Tha God is reflecting on his early days in radio, when he reportedly felt pressured to shade Kelly Rowland on air after Wendy
by Kandiss Edwards December 23, 2025 Betty Reid Soskin was the oldest ranger ever to serve the U.S. National Park Service retiring at 100-years-old. Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest ranger ever to serve the U.S. National Park Service, died Dec. 21, 2025, at age 104, peacefully at her home surrounded
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 23, 2025 Olukunle Idowu and Hyacinth Linton were arrested on a charge of petit theft of $101 to $749 Two Spirit Airlines employees were arrested for allegedly stealing a $500 Louis Vuitton bag from a passenger. According to The Miami Herald, Olukunle Idowu, a