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theGrio spoke with Haitian DJ and producer Michael Brün about sharing Haitian Konpa with the world and his BAYO festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary on June 28 at the Barclay Center in Brooklyn, NY. #OnTheGrio ✍🏾: Haniyah thegrio.com/2025/05/30/mic…

Joy Reid is back y'all! She's bringing all of the joy, information and care that we've come to know and love to the podcast world. Starting June 9, and every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, check her out on "The Joy Reid Show"! Learn more #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/joy…

Audra McDonald, ever the picture of class and dignity, responded to Patti LuPone's recent comments about her after LuPone said that the two weren't friends in an interview in The New Yorker where LuPone took aim at a few people. #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/aud…

Brian McKnight's brother, Claude, shared via social media that his nephew, Niko McKnight, has passed away after a battle with cancer. In his post, Claude spoke about Niko's life and, briefly, the family's unresolved issues. RIP Niko McKnight. #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/nik…

Actor Tray Chaney, best known for starring in HBO's "The Wire," shared harrowing news after he and his son were caught in a tornado that destroyed his home and injured them both. His teen son is now fighting for his life. Read more ➡️: thegrio.com/2025/05/30/act…

Alex Foster, a promising young football player for Baylor University, was killed in his Mississippi hometown amid what the mayor of Greenville, Ms., calls an uptick in senseless killings. His former coach said, "“He was just a great guy.” #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/bay…

“Well, nobody’s asked…But I know people are thinking about it," said Trump, when asked if he would grant a presidential pardon to Diddy if he were to be convicted of federal charges. Diddy is currently on trial in a New York City court. #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/tru…

The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to revoke (for now) a Biden-era parole program that granted temporary legal status for half a million migrants from Haiti, Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua. Justice Jackson was none too pleased. #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/ket…

Zion Williamson is being sued by a woman who alleges the New Orleans Pelicans star committed repeated sexual violence against her. Williamson’s attorney called the claims in the lawsuit “categorically false and reckless." Read more #OnTheGri0 thegrio.com/2025/05/30/zio…

CEOs caution that artificial intelligence could eliminate half of entry-level white-collar jobs—so where does that leave Black workers? The answer could be concerning. Learn more #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/if-…

Shannon Sharpe is hitting pause on his "Nightcap" tour with Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson. The podcast host and former NFL player did not explain the decision, which comes after a "Jane Doe" accused him of sexual assault and battery in a $50 million lawsuit. thegrio.com/2025/05/30/sha…

In a conversation with theGrio, Joy Reid breaks down the real symbolism behind Trump’s latest pardons. “The Trump regime is trying to reestablish what criminality means." Read more #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/30/joy…

“Our mission is to shift the narrative from one of struggle to one of strength, beauty, and infinite possibility with Haitian women leading the way,” These Haitian women-led nonprofits are using sisterhood as a strategy to rebuild hope for Haiti thegrio.com/2025/05/31/how…

Tensions between Harvard & the Trump administration continue. Federal officials will now vet social media accounts of visa applicants heading to Harvard, citing concerns over antisemitism. This affects students, faculty, and visitors. #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/31/fed…

As more of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ex-employees take the stand, his legal team predicts that the trial may run until July. Here’s everything you need to know from this week’s testimonies.#OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/05/31/key…

Rihanna's father, Ronald Fenty, is reportedly dead at 70. The elder Fenty, who battled with an unnamed brief illness, reportedly passed in Los Angeles with his family by his side. Read more #ONTHEGRIO ➡️ thegrio.com/2025/05/31/rih…

Tariffs are driving up the cost of braids, wigs & weaves—putting pressure on Black stylists and clients alike. Now, the $3.2B Black hair care industry braces for uncertainty. Read more #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/06/01/the…

19 African Americans, once used in racist 19th-century research, were finally laid to rest in New Orleans. A multifaith memorial service and jazz funeral honored their return. Read more #OnTheGrio thegrio.com/2025/06/01/new…

The Indiana Pacers are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000! Pascal Siakam’s 31 points and Tyrese Haliburton’s 21 points & 13 assists led them to a 125-108 Game 6 win over the Knicks. thegrio.com/2025/06/01/pac…

Charles Duke Tanner was sentenced to life for a drug offense. After a 2020 commutation, he was just fully pardoned by Trump. “They gave me my whole life back,” Tanner says. Here's why Tanner says bipartisan justice reform matters, no matter the politics: thegrio.com/2025/06/01/aft…