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Legend Jack, 4 year old found dead, Louisiana, theGrio
July 17, 2024
Legend Jack was last seen with his mother, Aaliyah Jack, who has been arrested. His 1-old-year brother had been found…
July 9, 2024
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called gun violence a public health crisis for the first time, a declaration that’s long…
Closing Ceremony Red Carpet - The 77th Annual Cannes Film Festival, Top Black Actors TheGrio
July 5, 2024
Famous Black actors continue to change Hollywood. Young actors work toward success, and some icons are just now getting their…
55th NAACP Image Awards - Show
July 5, 2024
40 notable Black celebrities have made their mark in entertainment. Here are some of the most impactful Black stars and…
July 2, 2024
Blacks and Hispanics were two times as likely as their white peers to lose Medicaid because they couldn't complete the…
June 18, 2024
As we celebrate Black resilience this Juneteenth, we must vote for candidates who will stand up for equality and freedom…
U.S. Capitol, theGrio.com
June 4, 2024
Legislation crafted and cultivated by leaders who value diverse voices becomes effective policy that truly serves the needs of the…
May 17, 2024
We have made tremendous strides over the past 70 years. But our nation finds itself at another crossroads.
May 17, 2024
“North Tulsa remains a place of light and hope in the community," Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford testified at the hearing.
May 15, 2024
As more youths of color succumb to suicide, we must move in radically different ways that prioritize their right to…
A small child and a woman, each holding a block, smile at each other
May 13, 2024
The D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s proposed budget cuts to child care programs are harmful to our children and child care…
Ozempic, Wegovy, weight loss drugs plateau, theGrio.com
May 9, 2024
It is time to advocate for legislative changes that will ensure every individual has access to life-saving medical treatments for…
May 2, 2024
The plastics industry thrives on the backs of Black communities, but the U.S. stands as the primary obstacle to a…
A couple in front of a house holding a "Sold" sign
April 29, 2024
While the Fair Housing Act has expanded housing and economic opportunity for millions, discrimination remains a barrier to equitable housing.
April 22, 2024
The gloom-and-doom narrative of the climate crisis can be overwhelming. But if we center equity and focus on solutions, we…
A group of people hold a Haitian flag and raise their hands in the air
April 19, 2024
OPINION: Investing in Haitian-led initiatives is not merely charitable, it recognizes Haiti's sovereignty and its people's capabilities.
April 18, 2024
While Democrats work to make elections safe and secure and voting easier, the GOP tries to suppress the vote every…
A protest sign reads "No more silence, End gun violence"
April 16, 2024
If we want to continue to curb violence in America, we must reflect on the lessons learned and invest in…
A girl works on a laptop
April 11, 2024
If we are going to be serious about increasing representation in tech then we have to take a more proactive…
Children in a classroom writing on paper
April 5, 2024
The Biden administration's proposal to cut funding to the Charter Schools Program will leave parents little choice come November.