Albuquerque fire officials are investigating what led to a fire that killed a 15-year-old boy while police were in a standoff with a suspect in a Southeast Albuquerque neighborhood. The Albuquerque Police Department said they were pursuing 27-year-old Qiaunt Kelley for an armed carjacking, vehicle theft and probation violation. Kelley barricaded himself in the house,…

OPINION: ‘The Deadliest Disease In America‘ explores medical racism to help us see what’s really going on at the doctor’s office. Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. There are a lot of good reasons why a lot of Black people don’t like going…

Steve Harvey and his wife, Marjorie Harvey, had heads turning with their fashion styles at Paris Fashion Week. For the past week, the stylish duo has been vacationing in France, serving Black love and looks, and fans cannot get enough. The Harveys stepped out in matching black and white outfits in an Instagram video Steve…

Louisiana has now banned most abortions following a ruling that lifted a temporary restraining order that allowed three abortion clinics in the state to reopen. Law enforcement agencies with jurisdiction in New Orleans have stated that officers will not enforce the state law banning most abortions, area media outlets are reporting. Officers will not make…

Pastor John Gray has been hospitalized after being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism. The news of his critical condition was revealed by his wife, Aventer Gray, on social media. “My family and I stand in need of a miracle,” wrote Aventer in the post on July 10. She went to ask that her husband be…

The actress has starred in the popular series since it premiered in 2014. In a recent podcast appearance, Candice Patton opened up about her experience starring in the CW’s “The Flash,” specifically the online harassment she faced from fans. Candice Patton attends the 47th Annual People’s Choice Awards on Dec. 7, 2021 at Barker Hangar…

Power couple Idris and Sabrina Elba have gone into business together, launching their luxury, gender-inclusive skincare line on July 12. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Idris and Sabrina Elba were among the first famous faces to speak out about the coronavirus, which they weathered together. They were also among those looking for new…

Soccer champion Rapinoe took time during Thursday’s ceremony to show support for Griner, the wrongfully detained WNBA star. Soccer star Megan Rapinoe has used her platform to advocate for LGBT+ rights and equal pay for female athletes. During her most recent moment in the spotlight, while being honored for her accomplishments, she paid tribute to…

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock is in hot water over accusations that he used campaign funds to pay for his defense against a lawsuit. The lawsuit against Warnock and other Georgia public officials was initially filed in 2019. A judge struck down the complaint without serving the defendants then, but the plaintiff refiled the suit in…

The descendants of the 110 people aboard the Clotilda held a ceremony to mark the anniversary of the vessel’s arrival. MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Descendants of the last African people abducted into slavery and brought to America’s shores gathered over the weekend on the banks of an Alabama river to pay tribute to their ancestors. The…