Former Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke at his sentencing hearing at the Leighton Criminal Court Building on Jan. 18, 2019, in Chicago. | Source: Chicago Tribune / Getty The grandmother of a Black teenager who was murdered in a hail of bullets said the police officer who was convicted for the killing would still…
Writer Michael Appler says that the musical’s PR firm removed him for asking “difficult” questions of the cast about abuse allegations surrounding Michael Jackson Much attention is being paid to the new Broadway show, MJ The Musical, a production about the life and music of the late Michael Jackson. Fans are flocking to the show,…
In conversation with theGrio, the bestselling author connects the dots between recent local book bans and a broader, insidious political agenda. Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part interview with George M. Johnson. It’s also the first installment of theGrio’s series on the book ban debate, You Can’t Ban Black. What’s in a…
Since graduating from college last December, Megan Thee Stallion has been quiet on social media other than promoting her endorsement deals with Coach, Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, Revlon, and her collaboration, “Lick,” with Jamaican princess Shenseea. The three-time Grammy winner had an exciting year in 2021, between her #1 debut album, “Good News,” and obtaining her…
EXCLUSIVE: Supporters of Cook point out that she’s more than qualified, but contend the backlash from conservatives is rooted in racism President Joe Biden has tapped a series of Black women for historic roles throughout the federal government, and among them is a coveted seat on the financial governing board of the Federal Reserve. Lisa…
As the Brian Flores racial discrimination lawsuit against the NFL and three teams continues to unfold, other voices have weighed in on the news. Former Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis stopped by ESPN and described similar bogus interviews that Brian Flores points to in his lawsuit against the NFL. According to Lewis, in 2002, he saw that the Carolina…
The Pistons have a slate of festive Black History Month initiatives planned this month The Detroit Pistons have teamed with the estate of civil rights icon Rosa Parks as part of the organization’s Black History Month celebration aimed at serving the community. The Pistons have partnered with Priority Health and The Knight Foundation to provide…
The clothing line is inspired by Kaavia James Union-Wade’s “love of style, optimism and imagination, family, and friendship.” Congratulations are in order for Kaavia James Union-Wade. The toddler has launched her first-ever clothing line in a collaboration with her parents Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade alongside children’s fashion brand Janie and Jack. At just three…
The 10-time Grammy nominee says she turned down a feature on Gunna’s “P Power” during her pregnancy. Parenthood tends to change many people and music stars are not immune. Nicki Minaj has been one of the most popular rappers in the game for a long time thanks to her provocative lyricism. However, motherhood may have…
OPINION: Discriminatory hiring practices like the ones alleged by Brian Flores against the NFL disenfranchise Black Americans, widening the wealth gap and leading to stress and poor health. The “good ol’ boys” strike again. In a whirlwind week of Super Bowl chatter, hirings and firings, and prominent quarterback retirements, former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores’…
