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About Todd Johnson

Todd Johnson is the Chief Content Officer at theGrio.com. Todd first joined the site as a reporter and video journalist shortly after its launch in June, 2009. He’s covered a variety of important news events, including trips to Haiti reporting on the devastating earthquake, as well as several reports on the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans and Ferguson protests. He's previously served as theGrio's Managing Editor, as well as the Editorial Director for NBCBLK, a division of NBC News Digital. He is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, where he received both his bachelors and masters degree.

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November 13, 2012

Jerramy Stevens arrested for reported domestic violence involving fiancee Hope Solo

theGRIO REPORT - Former NFL first round pick Jerramy Stevens appeared in a Kirkland, Washington court Tuesday for a domestic…
November 13, 2012

Denzel Washington's acting advice for daughter: Be like Viola Davis

theGRIO REPORT - Denzel Washington was featured on the Hollywood Reporter's annual actor's roundtable along with fellow actors Jamie Foxx,…
November 13, 2012

Tiki Barber will be your friend for $1950: Ex-Giant offers flag football and more for a fee

theGRIO REPORT - Ex-New York Giants running back Tiki Barber is charging $1950 for an afternoon of flag football...
November 12, 2012

'Key and Peele' sketches riff on race, politics and celebrity

theGRIO REPORT - Don't tell comedians Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele their brand of humor is funny in some sort…
November 9, 2012

Report: Lakers fire head coach Mike Brown

theGRIO REPORT - USA TODAY's Sam Amick reports Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike Brown was fired Friday. Additionally, ESPN…
November 7, 2012

NBA All-Stars tweet praise for Obama's re-election

theGRIO REPORT - NBA All-Stars in the presidents corner showed their support on Twitter as well. Reigning MVP LeBron James…
November 6, 2012

Key and Peele predict election results for President Obama

theGRIO VIDEO - Comedians Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele aren't running for office, but the two have certainly gained the…
November 5, 2012

Terry Bradshaw likens Reggie Bush's touchdown run to 'chasing chicken'

theGRIO REPORT - Sometimes, television analysts get carried away when calling games or reading highlights, but it's still funny. And…
November 1, 2012

NBA team catches flak for being 'too white'

theGRIO REPORT - This week, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reported on the overwhelming number of white players on the NBA's…
October 11, 2012

Amar'e Stoudemire to executive produce basketball documentary

theGRIO REPORT - It's safe to say Amare Stoudemire is not just an All-Star basketball player. The NBA star is…
October 11, 2012

Michael Vick confirms dog ownership: 'Our pet is well cared for and loved'

theGRIO REPORT - Does he or doesn't he? Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick stirred up more questions of whether or…
October 10, 2012

Obama on 1st debate with Romney: 'I was just too polite'

theGRIO REPORT - President Barack Obama used two words to describe his performance at last week's debate against Mitt Romney:…
October 8, 2012

NBA players past and present star in new ad backing Barack Obama

VIDEO - NBA players past and present are backing President Barack Obama in an official ad uploaded to You Tube…
October 5, 2012

Greg Anthony featured in new ad supporting Mitt Romney

VIDEO - Former NBA point guard Greg Anthony is no stranger to politics. The native Nevadan is featured in a…
September 28, 2012

Kobe Bryant says Barack Obama is a trash-talker on the court

theGRIO REPORT - Kobe Bryant became the second Los Angeles Laker this week to make an appearance on Ellen. He…
September 27, 2012

Tiger Woods says Michael Jordan is like a 'big brother' to him

MEDINAH, Illinois - The Ryder Cup begins this weekend and Tiger Woods is paying homage to basketball legend Michael Jordan,…
September 18, 2012

Metta World Peace wants Lakers to win NBA record 73 games

theGRIO REPORT - Metta World Peace's Lakers look different than last year's squad - a lot different. The Lakers made…
September 18, 2012

Drake says Kentucky coach inspired him to finish high school

theGRIO REPORT - Kentucky men's basketball has attracted the support of some of hip-hop's biggest names since head coach John…
September 5, 2012

Obama DNC supporters push for more action in 2nd term

theGRIO VIDEO - The goal for the president's supporters is simple: four more years. TheGrio's Todd Johnson caught up with…
August 22, 2012

Basketball recruit Tony Farmer collapses when receiving 3-year prison sentence

theGRIO REPORT - Tony Farmer, a highly recruited high school basketball prospect out of Garfield Heights, Ohio, collapsed to the…