Tammy Rivera caused a commotion among her followers on social media on Feb. 19 after uploading a seductive video for an unknown suitor. In the Instagram clip, the 35-year-old, who wore all black, is seen walking in slow motion in a hallway as Larissa Lambert’s “My All” blares in the background. Lambert’s track is a…
Tanya Fox wants authorities to do better, but the Caseyville mayor said no further action will be taken against the officers. A Black woman wants law enforcement in Caseyville, Illinois, to do better after her encounter with police left her feeling harassed and targeted because of her race. As reported by Belleville News-Democrat, Tanya Fox,…
Racism isn’t always seen or heard. Sometimes it’s hidden inside the systems that make America function. But you don’t need to see it for its impact to be disastrous to Black Americans. When most people think of an environmental crisis they think of climate change, which is understandable since it’s arguably the biggest issue young…
Gabrielle Union touched millions of her followers’ hearts on Feb. 20 after uploading her rendition of The Drop dance challenge with her daughter Kaavia James Union Wade. “The Drop,” which includes the intro to Beyoncé’s 2013 single “Partition,” showcases individuals dropping into a squatting position to the song’s beat while glaring at the camera. This…
Black Olympians are making a name for themselves during the Winter Olympics providing more visibility of Black excellence in a collection of sports that are largely void of Black athletes. “Any growth would be a lot of growth in our community because it’s not in our face and it’s not something we’re pursuing everyday,” said…
After hip-hop influencer and sometime manager Wack 100 claimed that Jay-Z banned The Game from performing at the 2022’s Super Bowl’s halftime show, the Compton rapper took to social media to speak on his own behalf and clear the air of what he calls “negative conversations.” Super Bowl LVI incorporated some of the greatest hip-hop…
A few recent cases in Florida have brought ‘stand your ground’ laws to the forefront as law enforcement’s entry into homes to serve warrants have resulted in gunfire In 2005, Florida became the first state in the country to pass a “stand your ground” law, which allows citizens the right to use deadly force if…
James finished with 24 points in his old home. Stephen Curry delivered the greatest long-distance shooting performance in All-Star Game history, then LeBron James delivered another victory. Curry made a record 16 3-pointers and scored 50 points before James made a turnaround jumper that gave Team LeBron a 163-160 victory over Team Durant on Sunday…
EXCLUSIVE: As Vice President Kamala Harris returns from her trip to Germany, White House officials held calls with allies discussing the anticipated announcement. President Joe Biden could announce his historic Black woman nominee for the Supreme Court of the United States as early as President’s Day on Monday, theGrio has learned. The announcement comes as…
Source: Roberto Westbrook / Getty Racism within fire departments is not new. But firefighters at a Pennsylvania fire department sunk to a new level after getting caught making racist statements about an eight-year-old Black child killed last summer. Caught on tape, a member of the Briarcliffe Fire Company mocked Fanta Bility, who three police…
