OPINION: While some people may not know the former Black Panther and Black Liberation Army member who was paroled after 49 years in prison, they may be familiar with his co-defendant, Assata Shakur. Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Sundiata Acoli, a Black man…
Source: Anna Moneymaker / Getty An intergenerational group of lawmakers from the House of Representatives took action ahead of a Senate vote on the Women’s Health Protection Act. While some may see this as more political theater, continuing to push for equitable treatment and respect for personal privacy rights is critical at this moment. In…
The NBA on TNT guys are always having fun on set at the expense of the current NBA players they cover or one another. Shaquille O’Neal has never been one to shy away from a good time, but he likes to do it in a relaxed setting, without the alcohol. With O’Neal, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley on…
In Oakland, a recent proposal would close or merge 11 schools due to declining enrollment; the ACLU has sued the district on behalf of Black students. Schools in the Bay Area, particularly in Oakland, are being adversely affected by a shrinking population due to white flight to neighboring districts. In Dublin, California, the district is…
“Blessed beyond measure” are the words Marjorie Harvey used to define how she felt during her trip to the United Arab Emirates. The 57-year-old, who is currently in Abu Dhabi, appeared to be enjoying the sights during an outing with her family. Marjorie Harvey’s family photo derails when fans zero in on her toned legs….
Alfonso Ribeiro and Will Smith are the funniest duo from the 1990s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Both actors were known for bringing their hilarious jokes and fun-filled moments, but Ribeiro‘s character, Carlton Banks, was the dancing star of the show. He became known for the iconic “the Carlton dance” he performed to Tom…
A Georgia sheriff has found himself on the opposite side of the law after allegedly fondling prominent TV judge Glenda Hatchett. According to reports, Hatchett was attending a sheriff’s conference in Atlanta in January when Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody allegedly grabbed her left breast. The Cobb County Solicitor’s Office has charged Coody with misdemeanor…
Source: Orlando Sentinel / Getty The biggest farce perpetrated by anti-critical race theory Republicans is the idea that they’re warriors against student indoctrination. The truth is no one is more invested in controlling what students learn in the classroom than conservatives. Shouting the word “woke” at everything they want banned and instituting curricula that paint…
The legislative conundrum in the Senate to protect or overturn Roe v. Wade dates back decades, suggesting an uphill battle for the latest push on Capitol Hill. A vote in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday to advance legislation that would codify Roe v Wade into law amid its looming Supreme Court overturn is expected to…
Herman Whitfield III, 39, was having an apparent mental health crisis last month when he was tased and later died. Black faith leaders are calling for the firing of officers who were involved in an incident that left an Indianapolis resident, 39-year-old Herman Whitfield III, dead. Whitfield was having an apparent mental health crisis inside…
