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November 20, 2025
The CDC “vaccine safety” webpage was updated Wednesday, saying “the statement ‘Vaccines do not cause autism’ is not an evidence-based claim.”
Donald Trump, autism, tylenol, Barack Obama, thegrio.com
September 25, 2025
The former president accused the Trump administration of undermining public health after White House directive for pregnant women.
September 24, 2025
Critics say Trump has elevated an unproven drug that needs far more study before being approved as a credible treatment.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. autism, Kennedy Jr. autism, is autism on the rise?, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. theGrio.com
September 22, 2025
Autism rates have risen for decades due to broader definitions and awareness, not a single medical trigger, researchers say.
Chrisette Michele autism diagnosis, Chrisette Michele autism, adult autism diagnosis, Black people autism, Black adults autism theGrio.com
June 17, 2025
Chrisette Michele is "coming to grips with a lot" and giving herself room to take in the news of her…
RJ Peete, Holly Robinson Peete, Rodney Peete, autism, Black children with autism, adults with autism, Black celebrity children, Black celebrity families, theGrio.com
May 1, 2025
Holly Robinson Peete shares an update about her son and reacts to RFK Jr.’s recent disparaging comments about those with…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. autism, Kennedy Jr. autism, is autism on the rise?, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. theGrio.com
April 17, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to conduct studies to identify why children in the U.S. are being diagnosed with autism at…
Autism, ASD, car exhaust, autism risks, autism in Black children, theGrio.com
November 13, 2024
A new study has found that toxins in the air could be linked with an increased risk of developing autism…
Linda Carpenter-Grantham, Linda Carpenter-Grantham Eric, Eric Grantham, autism awareness, The Blue Runway for Autism, What is The Blue Runway for Autism?, How do you empower someone with autism?, Autism empowerment, autism fashion, autism fashion show, Eric's ID, theGrio.com
July 11, 2024
Linda Carpenter-Grantham and her son Eric strive to promote awareness and inclusion through their fashion-based nonprofit, The Blue Runway for…
Nick Cannon, Abby De La Rosa, Autism, Autism in Black children, Autism on the rise, ASD, theGrio.com
April 3, 2024
“We have accepted this assignment wholeheartedly,” the parents wrote on social media.
Blue Halloween bucket
October 30, 2023
In the United States, children carrying blue buckets while trick-or-treating are signifying their place on the autism spectrum.
Pamella Roland - Front Row
June 27, 2023
Holly Robinson Peete says she will be forever grateful to the Los Angeles Dodgers for taking a chance on her…
Foot Locker, Puma, Reebok, Autism Awareness Month April theGrio.com
April 5, 2023
 April is Autism Awareness Month and Foot Locker Inc. continues its efforts to promote autism acceptance with the “Be Seen”…
AutismRisesAmongBlackFolk, theGrio.com
March 23, 2023
Experts attributed the change to improved screening and autism services for all kids and to increased awareness and advocacy for…
The Proud Family, theGrio.com
February 7, 2023
A recent clip from "The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder" has gone viral for its depiction of autism, earning praise…
July 4, 2022
“This can be positive. This can be good. It doesn’t have to be hateful or divisive," said NASCAR racer Brandon…
Isabella “Izzy” Faith Tichenor thegrio.com
November 10, 2021
A 10-year-old Black autistic girl died by suicide over the weekend after repeatedly being racially bullied at school.
Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Los Angeles' 2018 Los Angeles Builders Ball - Arrivals
September 21, 2021
Christmas is months away, but Hallmark is already gearing up their holiday movie slate with a new film Holly Robinson…
April 25, 2021
A viral video recorded by a Ring camera system captured California law enforcement repeatedly punching a minor in the face.
March 29, 2021
"We’re overwhelmed with emotion and joy and just elated that he’s finally home,” his mother shared at his release.