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Kaori Patterson-Moore, a 7-month-old girl, was fatally shot near Humboldt and Moore Sts. in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (Courtesy of Lianna Moore) thegrio.com
April 2, 2026
A 7-month-old baby, Kaori Patterson-Moore, was killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn as police search for a gunman who…
Meek Mill, Meek Mill NYC, NYPD theGrio.com
April 2, 2026
Meek Mill speaks out against alleged “propaganda” targeting his brand, defending his music success, business moves, and criminal justice
April 2, 2026
Michaela Coel’s new HBO and BBC series “First Day on Earth” adds Thandiwe Newton and Ncuti Gatwa to its growing…
April 2, 2026
Florida vice mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead in her home, with her husband arrested as police investigate the…
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 05: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent looks on before an event celebrating 2025 MLS Cup Champions Inter Miami CF in the East Room of the White House on March 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. Inter Miami defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 to win their first MLS Cup championship. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) thegrio.com
April 2, 2026
The U.S. Treasury launches a whistleblower program offering up to 30% rewards for tips that help recover billions in fraud…
Lizzo, Lizzo lawsuit, Black Hollywood, theGrio.com
April 1, 2026
Lizzo reveals she lost her virginity after her 2020 Grammys win, admitting she “lied about it for years” and opening…
Cardi B performs onstage during Revolve Festival 2025 at Cavallo Ranch on April 12, 2025 in Thermal, California. (Photo by Greg Doherty/Getty Images for Revolve) theGrio.com
April 1, 2026
Cardi B wins dismissal of a copyright lawsuit over “Enough (Miami)” after a federal judge rules the case was filed…
CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA - MARCH 27: Artemis II crew member pilot Victor Glover gives a thumbs up after arriving at the Kennedy Space Center on March 27, 2026 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The astronauts arrived to begin preparations for an April 1, 2026 launch for a 10-day mission, which will take them around the Moon and back to Earth. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images) theGrio.com
April 1, 2026
NASA astronaut Victor Glover is set to pilot Artemis II, becoming the first Black astronaut to travel to the moon…
Megan Thee Stallion Makes Broadway Debut In Moulin Rouge! The Musical
April 1, 2026
Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized after falling ill and exiting her Moulin Rouge Broadway performance mid-show in New York.
Jaden Ivey of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Feb. 9, 2026 in New York City. (Evan Bernstein/Getty Images) theGrio.com
March 31, 2026
The Chicago Bulls waived Jaden Ivey for conduct detrimental to the team after he made anti-LGBTQ comments during Instagram livestreams.
Ellen Robillard, who lives outside Rochester, New York, visited Nova Scotia in 2025 with her partner, Arthur Wilcox. She's seeking Canadian citizenship in case political tensions escalate. Courtesy Ellen Robillard theGrio.com
March 31, 2026
Millions of Americans are now eligible for Canadian citizenship after law changes, with applications surging as many seek it “just…
Tiger Woods, Donald Trump Jr.
March 31, 2026
Tiger Woods’ DUI arrest in Florida raises concerns for Donald Trump Jr., as Vanessa Trump continues her relationship with the…
Photo Credit: Instagram/DerrickDowneyJr theGrio.com
March 31, 2026
Creator Derrick Downey Jr.’s DualShot app hit #1 in the App Store, letting users record vertical and horizontal videos simultaneously.
Tisha Campbell, Dating theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
Tisha Campbell says she will always protect Martin Lawrence, reflecting on their past and their time on the hit sitcom…
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Department of Citywide Administrative Services Commissioner Yume Kitasei announce New York City’s first free, on-site child care pilot program for municipal workers at the David N. Dinkins Building in Manhattan on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Ed Reed / Mayoral Photography Office) theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
New York City launches a free on-site child care pilot for municipal workers, serving children as young as six weeks…
Geoffrey Owens in 2024. Credit: Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
Geoffrey Owens joins The Pitt as a surgeon, marking a career milestone years after his viral Trader Joe’s moment sparked…
Safaree thegrio.com
March 30, 2026
Safaree Samuels shares heartbreaking news of his mother’s death, posting an emotional tribute as fans send condolences and support online.
Tyler Perry, theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
TSA workers at Atlanta’s airport were asked to return $1,000 gift cards from Tyler Perry after federal rules raised concerns…
Two Texas state troopers won a $1.6 million jury verdict after alleging years of racial discrimination and retaliation within the Department of Public Safety. theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
Two Texas state troopers won a $1.6 million jury verdict after alleging years of racial discrimination and retaliation within the…
Florida targets NFL’s ‘Rooney Rule’ promoting minority coaches - POLITICO theGrio.com
March 30, 2026
Morehouse College student Chad Pitts is balancing a 4.0 GPA with a top-ranked amateur boxing career, fresh off Golden Gloves…