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July 7, 2025
As the Essence Festival of Culture continues to evolve, it continues to be an uplifting space for Black women. 
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July 7, 2025
Target’s new partnership with streamer Kai Cenat and AMP comes as it continues to sidestep demands for justice from Black…
July 7, 2025
The couple who have been intent on not letting the outside world steal their joy are now moving into their…
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July 7, 2025
Season 3 of HBO’s “The Gilded Age” will explore the history of the Black elite, starring Phylicia Rashad, Audra McDonald,…
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July 7, 2025
Governor Wes Moore celebrates his wedding anniversary amid significant progress to close Maryland’s racial wealth gap.
July 7, 2025
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faced backlash after a leaked college application revealed he once identified as African American.
July 7, 2025
New national study shows a troubling rise in obesity, mental health struggles, and chronic illness among U.S. children.
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July 7, 2025
LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan are standing in solidarity with Philadelphia workers on strike as they fight for fair…
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July 7, 2025
MSNBC panel including theGrio's Natasha S. Alford unpack the racist history behind “Alligator Alcatraz” memes.
July 7, 2025
After weeks in limbo at a U.S. military base in Djibouti, eight men with violent convictions were deported to war-torn…
July 7, 2025
After years of struggle, the city is closing in on replacing remaining lead lines — offering lessons for other communities.
July 7, 2025
Devastating floods leave at least 80 dead and dozens missing in Texas, including 27 from Camp Mystic, as search crews…
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July 6, 2025
‘A Star Without a Star’ looks at the fight to recognize Moore on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame and is available
July 6, 2025
After deadly Texas floods killed 43, questions mount about warning delays, missed evacuation opportunities, and accountability.
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July 6, 2025
At least 43 are dead and dozens still missing after historic floods in central Texas washed away a summer camp,…
July 6, 2025
Ryan Coogler’s SINNERS is now streaming at home on Max—featuring the first-ever Black American Sign Language version of a major…
July 6, 2025
Former Spice Girl Mel B married longtime boyfriend Rory McPhee at London’s St. Paul’s Cathedral, joined by her daughters and…
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July 4, 2025
Black leaders are decrying what they call the "Big Ugly Bill," which makes historic cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and education…
July 4, 2025
SCOTUS allows deportation of immigrants to South Sudan, a war-torn nation they have no ties to, overriding a judge’s warning.
Donald Trump, theGrio.com
July 4, 2025
Trump’s massive tax-and-spending bill is headed to his desk, packed with cuts to Medicaid and boosts for the wealthy.