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…
TheGrio was on the scene for the kickoff of the two-day event at the Pimlico Race Course, which saw performances from Megan Thee Stallion and Lauryn Hill. Black culture was front and center at this year’s Preakness Stakes, the annual horse racing event that has been held in Baltimore, Maryland since 1873. TheGrio was on…
Source: Maddie Meyer / Getty The start of the NBA finals brought a lot of conversation beyond the two teams taking the court. Basketball fans had all eyes on the game but also the people associated with it on and off the court— hey, Nia Long! Due to the occasion at hand, you can also…
A Texas business owner says she believes she was being harassed by a strange man because of her race and class. She called 911 to report him but found out days later her request was still “in the queue,” and now she feels like as “a person of color, the system isn’t for” her. White…
Serena Williams was the runner-up there in 2018 and 2019 and has not competed anywhere since injuring her right leg a year ago. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Serena and Venus Williams did not appear on the women’s singles entry list released by Wimbledon on Friday. It is possible that either player could request a wild-card…
