McGee died of heart failure May 24 at his home in the Delta city of Greenwood. William “Bud” McGee, a Mississippi civil rights activist who worked to register Black voters in the 1960s, has died. He was 81. McGee died of heart failure May 24 at his home in the Delta city of Greenwood, the Greenwood…
A New York jury has awarded two former state troopers $3.5 million in damages in a racial discrimination lawsuit against the agency and its former top official. Noel Nelson and Seamus Lyons allege they were falsely accused of stealing marijuana and cocaine from an evidence locker in 2010. Nelson said the false allegation was retaliation…
As of Friday, the U.S. had identified at least 20 cases in 11 states. Genetic analysis of recent monkeypox cases suggests there are two distinct strains in the U.S., health officials said Friday, raising the possibility that the virus has been circulating undetected for some time. Many of the U.S. cases were caused by the…
In the recent episode of VH1’s hit show “Basketball Wives,” built-up tension between former best friends Malaysia Pargo and Brandi Maxiell erupted and finally hit the fan. Brandi Maxiell (left), Malaysia Pargo (right). (Photos: @brandimaxiell/Instagram, @malaysiainthecity/Instagram The “Basketball Wives series” follows the lives of women who ostensibly all have one thing in common: they are…
Conservative pastors have said mass shootings and other social harms are the result of an overall degradation in moral values and disregard for human life. After a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, several pastors around the country challenged their conservative counterparts with this question: Are…
After a long hiatus, Afropunk Miami brought its flavor and fashion to Florida’s hottest city with an “anything goes” energy—and theGrio was there. The music. The art. The food. The cultural flavor. When it comes to the international festival series known as Afropunk, there’s always a lot to love—but for the festival franchises’ attendees, all…
Samuel Kanu Uche was freed after the ransom was paid into an account provided by the kidnappers. Nigeria’s police on Friday said they are still looking for suspects in the abduction of the head of the Methodist Church Nigeria who was freed in exchange for a ransom of 100 million naira ($240,600). Samuel Kanu Uche was freed…
As grieving families bury the child victims of the Uvalde mass shooting, many are paying tribute through customized casket wraps. For many parents, even the passing idea of burying a child is nightmarish. For some—the nightmare has become all too real. The May 24 shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas marks the 27th…
Jaleel White‘s new look for his upcoming Netflix project had fans scrolling down memory lane. In the Instagram post, the 45-year-old, who sported a straight hairdo, a red hoodie and glasses, disclosed that he has a role in “Hustle.” “Hustle” follows a washed-up basketball scout that discovers a ball player while vacationing overseas. Jaleel White shares a…
Long-tenured Judge Craig Strong remains committed to preserving Detroit’s legacy post-retirement. Retired Detroit Judge Craig Strong’s one-of-a-kind wardrobe epitomizes style with a story. Known nationwide for his signature ensembles reflecting an older era of the Motor City’s west side, the beloved community figure told the Detroit Free Press that his extravagant suits and slick Cadillac…
