April Ryan

Living Books Featured

Pssst! We just revealed the cover of April Ryan’s unreleased book. And it’s gorgeous!

Her brown face appears in profile, partially obscured by dogwoods. She looks toward the horizon, presenting an image of the

TheGrio Staff / May 23, 2022

Opinions Events Opinion Featured Politics

The significance of that standing ovation for April Ryan at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

OPINION: It was not only in recognition of her 25 years as a correspondent but for her unwavering devotion to

Touré / May 2, 2022

Events Featured Entertainment Politics Comedy

Mary J., plush couches, savory supper, make theGrio’s DC family affair more than just fine

After a two-year COVID-induced hiatus, the return of the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington DC Saturday made news,

Matthew Allen / May 1, 2022

Featured Health

Menthol cigarette companies historically targeted Black communities, researchers say

As national discussions about racial discrepancies in menthol cigarette use have been reignited by the Federal Drug Administration’s recently proposed

TheGrio Staff / April 30, 2022

News Politics

Schumer praises Black media, theGrio, April Ryan

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised theGrio and its political reporter, April Ryan, for the contributions they make to journalism.

TheGrio Staff / April 30, 2022

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Byron Allen’s ‘A Seat at the Table’ gala honors April Ryan and celebrates Black media

TheGrio, Allen Media Group’s multi-platform news, entertainment, and lifestyle brand, will recognize 25 years of White House coverage by its

TheGrio Staff / April 29, 2022

Politics Featured

President Biden signs historic Emmett Till antilynching law after decades of failed attempts

It was a big day in Washington with a lot of emotion after President Joe Biden on Tuesday signed into

April Ryan / March 29, 2022