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By Bolarinwa Oladeji/Originally published by theGrio Florida officials are challenging one of the NFL’s most well-known diversity initiatives, escalating a broader political push against diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has formally urged the National Football League to end enforcement of the “Rooney Rule,” a policy designed to increase opportunities for minority candidates in coaching and executive roles....

  (Feature Impact) Put away the heavy coats and break out the rain jackets and rubber boots – spring is here, and with it comes more than just pop-up showers and sunshine. After months of comfort foods and curling up indoors, you may be ready for lighter meals that won’t weigh you down before splashing in the puddles. Fresh produce may...

"We just didn't have it today. We tried, but we just didn't have it today. They were the better team today. Congratulations to them," said South Carolina Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley after her team's loss to the UCLA Bruins in Sunday night's NCAA Championship game. The 79-51 loss was the third-largest loss in the title game in tournament history. UCLA...

"At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at HBCUs weaves together stories of ingenuity, artistry, persistence, and resistance through the transformative world of HBCUs. Featuring over 100 objects from the collections of five universities, the exhibition explores their diverse practices in the arts, dynamic academic programs and innovations, and groundbreaking activities on and around their campuses. HBCUs have always been...

NEW YORK — The National Football League announced the headlining acts for the free NFL Draft Entertainment Series presented by Bud Light in Pittsburgh, featuring award-winning global superstar Kane Brown, Pittsburgh native and Grammy-nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa and Pittsburgh-area native Bret Michaels. All three artists will perform as part of an unforgettable three-day celebration at the 2026 NFL Draft. “Bringing the Draft...

NORFOLK, Va. - Norfolk State Vice President and Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb has been selected as a recipient of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Guardians of the Game Award, the conference announced. Dr. Webb will be honored at the MEAC Foundation Sneaker Ball on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center. The Guardians...

By Kay Wicker/Originally published by theGrio After squirreling away funds after the last partial government shutdown in October, Cherry, a Transportation Security Administration agent based in California, was financially prepared for the partial government shutdown that began in February. It was the emotional toll she didn’t bargain for. “What really happened was kind of like a big deterioration in my mental health,”...

NEW YORK – March 30, 2026 – The NFL announced today that it is partnering with TMRW Sports to develop and operate a professional flag football league for women and men. The new professional league will launch with support from a broad and influential investor pool, including NFL clubs, established institutional and strategic investors, and current and former NFL players. This...

By Bolarinwa Oladeji/Originally published by theGrio A growing backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies is reshaping conversations across corporate America, with prominent Black business leaders warning that the broader narrative around opportunity and progress is being challenged, according to a recent roundtable conversation convened by Bloomberg Businessweek. The shift follows actions by the Trump administration since taking office for his 2nd...

By Ron Pitts for Urban Media Today  Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney and his Tigers showed up Saturday afternoon for their annual Orange and White Spring football game and continued their game day tradition by lining up for the Tiger Walk in the presence of their fans. The football teams load up the buses and circle around Memorial Stadium to meet...