On Thursday, June 17, President Joe Biden signed a bill making June 19, also known as Juneteenth to memorialize the end of slavery in Texas, a national holiday.  However, the historic decision appeared to be bittersweet, and for many Black people a confusing moment. Several people online have blasted government officials for making the longest-running…

Ronnie Oneal III is also accused of stabbing his son — who testified this week — and setting him afire. A Florida man accused of killing his girlfriend and their disabled daughter has gone viral for his opening statement while acting as his own defense attorney this week.  “By the time this is all said…

EXCLUSIVE: President Biden’s signing into law Juneteenth as a national holiday was met with praise, but attendees acknowledge A majority of members of the Congressional Black Caucus and Black officials in the Biden administration, members of the civil rights community along with singer Usher Raymond were present at the White House on Thursday to witness…

“Our parks and greenspaces are critical community spaces, and these renamings in honor of the Black experience are physical reminders of the contributions and legacies of Black New Yorkers across our city,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio. In line with a new initiative of New York City’s Department of Parks and Recreation, 16 parks in…

“Black-ish” actor Anthony Anderson is taking his weight-loss journey to the next level. The 50-year-old joined several famous actors and comedians like Will Smith, Marlon Wayans, Chris Spencer and more for the “ Big Willie” challenge or what some may call the “Dad Bod” challenge. The men show off their bodies post-quarantine in black boxers…

The singer also shed light on what it’s like making music as a Black queer artist, and how that has shaped him Lazarus Lynch is ready to take over. In an exclusive interview with theGrio, the chef, writer and singer opened up about his new single, “Black Queer Anthem.” An incredibly accomplished Black gay artist,…

Donning a kente cloth print bikini and a few chain accents, Lizzo makes a “public service announcement.” In a post on her Instagram page this week, singer-flutist-rapper Lizzo announced the beginning of “Big Girl Summer,” taking the time to encourage her body-positive supporters to put on their bikinis.  Donning a kente cloth print bikini, some…

A Proud Boys leader told The Wall Street Journal that he is selling Black Lives Matter and liberal apparel through a secret online business after banks and card processing companies refused to work with him after the controversial organization gained increasing notoriety. Enrique Tarrio, leader of the far-right group, said in April that the group…

The new “Music for the Movement Volume III — Liberated” features some of Disney’s brightest and best. Disney has released its third EP in celebration of Juneteenth. Music for the Movement Volume III — Liberated was released today and features some of the brightest and best of the Disney roster and more. Featuring a mix…