# debbie wasserman schultz (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover debbie wasserman schultz. Page: Feed: --- ## [Gruesome Playground Injuries Review: Growing Pains](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/gruesome-playground-injuries-review-keegan-theatre/) _2026-08-22 · André Hereford · Metro Weekly_ Keegan Theatre’s uneven but affecting production traces a lifelong friendship shaped by love, loneliness, and pain. The post Gruesome Playground Injuries Review: Growing Pains appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [‘Denied’: Judge rules against new trial for Karmelo Anthony after previous judge is recused from case](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/karmelo-anthony-denied-new-trial/) _2026-08-22 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ Judge Michael Chitty, who replaced the trial judge for the hearing, made his decision on Saturday, weeks after Anthony secured ## [Jaafar Jackson says upcoming ‘Michael’ sequel will tackle the King of Pop’s abuse allegations ‘from his perspective’](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/jaafar-jackson-michael-sequel-abuse-allegations/) _2026-08-22 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ The first film became a historic box-office smash, the first biopic to gross more than $1 billion. One of the ## [Buffalo Bills rally around Ed Oliver after death of his two-year-old son](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/ed-oliver-two-year-old-son-death-buffalo-bills/) _2026-08-22 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ The family is asking for privacy and prayers after the child reportedly died earlier this summer. The Buffalo Bills are ## [Gay Gossip Site DataLounge Shuts Down After 31 Years](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/datalounge-gay-gossip-site-shuts-down/) _2026-08-22 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ The pioneering online forum fostered a devoted gay community while earning a reputation for vicious gossip and anonymous cruelty. The post Gay Gossip Site DataLounge Shuts Down After 31 Years appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [Myles Bullock Be cast as Dr. Dre in upcoming Snoop Dogg biopic](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/myles-bullock-be-dr-dre-snoop-dogg-biopic/) _2026-08-22 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ The film is already picking up steam with ‘Outer Banks’ star Jonathan Daviss set to star as the D-O-G-G ahead ## [New Jersey Enacts Shield Law for Trans Health Care and Abortion](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/new-jersey-trans-health-care-abortion-shield-law/) _2026-08-22 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ The measure blocks state cooperation with out-of-state investigations and strengthens protections for patients and providers. The post New Jersey Enacts Shield Law for Trans Health Care and Abortion appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [NY grandmother found dead near Las Vegas airport nearly two weeks after disappearance](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/alisa-goods-found-dead-las-vegas-airport/) _2026-08-22 · Bobby Pen · TheGrio_ Newly reviewed surveillance footage shows Alisa Goods falling down an embankment and later collapsing on the same day her family ## [Appeals court blocks DOJ subpoenas targeting New York Attorney General Letitia James](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/doj-subpoenas-letitia-james-appeals-court-ruling/) _2026-08-22 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Court finds prosecutor’s appointment unlawful as DOJ signals Supreme Court appeal. A federal appeals court has ruled that the Justice ## [Anne Arundel Schools Revise Gender Policy After Federal Threat](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/anne-arundel-schools-gender-policy-federal-threat/) _2026-08-22 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ The district amended its LGBTQ student regulations after federal agencies threatened to withhold funding over parents' access to gender-related records. The post Anne Arundel Schools Revise Gender Policy After Federal Threat appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [Open directory of blogs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/lrfUpLVmL3kM) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Drop URLs or OPML — get per-blog pages plus machine-readable JSON, OPML, text ## [Southern University’s Human Jukebox takes center stage in Gap’s new denim campaign](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/southern-university-human-jukebox-gap-denim-campaign/) _2026-08-22 · Bobby Pen · TheGrio_ The legendary HBCU marching band brings its unmistakable sound, Southern pride and custom denim to Gap’s latest campaign. Southern University’s ## [Log Cabin Republicans Drops Support for Transgender Community](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/log-cabin-republicans-drops-transgender-support/) _2026-08-22 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ The gay conservative group blames transgender activists for declining support for gay rights and will now identify as an LGB organization. The post Log Cabin Republicans Drops Support for Transgender Community appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [Federal judge strikes down Trump policy freezing immigrant visa processing for 75 countries](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/trump-immigrant-visa-processing-freeze-ruling/) _2026-08-22 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ A federal judge ruled that Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his authority by suspending immigrant visas based on applicants’ ## [Wendy Williams says ‘I want out!’ during rare public appearance amid ongoing guardianship battle](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/wendy-williams-guardianship-i-want-out/) _2026-08-22 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Williams’ latest plea highlights a years-long fight for independence after she was placed in a guardianship in 2022. Wendy Williams ## [Michael Wright, beloved ‘Five Heartbeats’ and ‘Sugar Hill’ star, dies at 70](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/22/michael-wright-dies-at-70-five-heartbeats/) _2026-08-22 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ The actor’s family says he died after heart failure and complications from a rare neurological disease. Michael Wright, who had ## [‘I don’t like it’: Fed up with the lack of awareness about Gary, Keith Lee mobilizes relief efforts as city continues to go without power](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/keith-lee-vows-gary-power-relief-effort-deadly-storm/) _2026-08-22 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ The food critic and TikTok sensation is joining a chorus of people online wondering how the predominantly Black city can ## [Trump Administration could potentially target Ethiopians similarly to Haitians as TPS status is terminated](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/ethiopia-temporary-protected-status/) _2026-08-22 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ In recent months, Haitians and Somalians have found themselves being the target of the administration after the Department of Homeland ## [‘Stay away from my family’: Keisha Lance Bottoms confronts GOP opponent over comments about husband](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/keisha-lance-bottoms-confronts-rick-jackson-over-comments-about-husband/) _2026-08-21 · Gerren Keith Gaynor · TheGrio_ Bottoms, who could become the nation’s first Black woman governor, challenges Republican Rick Jackson over family attacks. Keisha Lance Bottoms, ## [Self-described ‘race realist’ who kickstarted plagiarism allegations against Jason Arday suspended from post at European university](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/nathan-confras-suspended-university-jason-arda/) _2026-08-21 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ In a social media post, Nathan Cofnas says that he feels he will likely get fired by Ghent University in ## [Amid Atlanta DNC backlash, Andy Beshear says Democrats can’t take Black voters or the South for granted](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/andy-beshear-atlanta-dnc-backlash-black-voters-the-south/) _2026-08-21 · Gerren Keith Gaynor · TheGrio_ Beshear acknowledges the party has historically “underfunded” the South but says recent Democratic gains show progress. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jGHrQ4cOVgww) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [Dr. Erica Schwartz has made history at the CDC. But what comes next?](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/dr-erica-schwartz-has-made-history-at-the-cdc-but-what-comes-next/) _2026-08-21 · Kay Wicker · TheGrio_ We unpack Dr. Erica Schwartz’s complex job ahead as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ## [‘Every day is a challenge’: Nolan Wells’ father on the quiet grief of losing a son while trying to stay strong for his family](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/every-day-is-a-challenge-nolan-wells-father-on-the-quiet-grief-of-losing-a-son-while-trying-to-stay-strong-for-his-family/) _2026-08-21 · Haniyah P. · TheGrio_ Elmore Wonsley reveals he revisits old texts with his son, Nolan Wells, as the family copes with the loss of ## [Pierre ‘P’ Thomas, Atlanta hip-hop legend, hospitalized following a heart attack](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/pierre-p-thomas-quality-control-hospitalized-heart-attack/) _2026-08-21 · Brandon Caldwell · TheGrio_ The co-founder of Quality Control Music helped spearhead the careers of notable stars such as Lil Baby, Migos, City Girls ## [Why the Penn State drug bust is reigniting debates about respectability politics](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/why-the-penn-state-drug-bust-is-reigniting-debates-about-respectability-politics/) _2026-08-21 · Kay Wicker · TheGrio_ As 13 current and former Penn State students face drug-related charges linked to a cocaine ring, the internet is debating ## [Patti LaBelle’s nephew says his Trump support cost him his relationship with the singer](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/patti-labelles-nephew-says-his-trump-support-cost-him-his-relationship-with-the-singer/) _2026-08-21 · Haniyah P. · TheGrio_ William “Byl” Holte, Patti LaBelle’s nephew and adopted son, says his support for Donald Trump led to years of estrangement ## [SNAP enrollment drops more than 13% as new work requirements take effect](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/snap-enrollment-drops-work-requirements/) _2026-08-21 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ SNAP participation dropped from 42.2 million to 36.6 million in one year amid expanded federal work requirements and other changes. ## [Angel Reese makes WNBA history with perfect shooting night in Atlanta Dream win](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/angel-reese-shoots-9-for-9-dream-sparks/) _2026-08-21 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ Reese went 9-for-9 from the field while recording 20 points, 10 rebounds and another WNBA rebounding record. Angel Reese had ## [Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend Moving to Washington Hilton in 2028](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/mid-atlantic-leather-washington-hilton-2028/) _2026-08-21 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ Organizers say the leather event has outgrown its longtime home and will hold one final bash at the Hyatt Regency Washington in 2027. The post Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend Moving to Washington Hilton in 2028 appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [‘The Blind Side’ actor Quinton Aaron woke from coma to learn his wife was still married](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/quinton-aaron-recovery-stroke-ex-wife/) _2026-08-21 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Aaron says the discovery ended their relationship as he recovers from a severe infection and spinal stroke that left him ## [Emory student with ADHD creates AI app to help overwhelmed students tackle assignments](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/emory-student-ai-app-adhd-students/) _2026-08-21 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Malia Wakesho-Ajwang built Asoma to break large assignments into manageable steps after experiencing the same academic challenges herself. For students ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2o2Vzuw4F2xh) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [Elon Musk calls for Derek Chauvin to be freed, claims he was ‘unjustly convicted’](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/21/elon-musk-derek-chauvin-freed-claim/) _2026-08-21 · Bolarinwa Oladeji · TheGrio_ The billionaire offered no evidence for his claim that Chauvin did not cause Floyd’s death, which the medical examiner ruled ## [Machel Montano’s legacy takes center stage in Brooklyn with new soca exhibition](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/machel-montanos-legacy-takes-center-stage-in-brooklyn-with-new-soca-exhibition/) _2026-08-21 · Jahaura Michelle · TheGrio_ The exhibition celebrates the Soca King’s decades-long career and his deep ties to Brooklyn and the Caribbean community. Soca legend ## [Jamie Foxx says he was ‘on the fence’ about having a child at 58](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/jamie-foxx-says-he-was-on-the-fence-about-having-a-child-at-58/) _2026-08-20 · Nhari Djan · TheGrio_ The actor, comedian, singer, and father of two daughters opened up about welcoming his next child with partner Alyce Huckstepp. ## [Derek Chadwick Leaves Gay App Goose Over Conflicting Vision](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/derek-chadwick-leaves-gay-dating-app-goose/) _2026-08-20 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ The gay dating app's co-founder says he can no longer stand behind the company amid scrutiny over allegedly AI-generated promotional accounts. The post Derek Chadwick Leaves Gay App Goose Over Conflicting Vision appeared first on Metro Weekly . ## [‘Wonder Man’ was canceled after one season. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II says Marvel should examine why](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/yahya-abdul-mateen-ii-calls-out-the-obvious-optics-of-marvels-black-led-project-cancellations/) _2026-08-20 · Haniyah P. · TheGrio_ The Emmy-nominated actor says “the optics are obvious” amid setbacks for several projects centered on Black Marvel characters. Earlier this ## [Kehlani discusses importance of her routine to manage bipolar disorder](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/kehlani-discusses-importance-of-her-routine-to-manage-bipolar-disorder/) _2026-08-20 · Nhari Djan · TheGrio_ “I have to have a routine supporting my wellness so I can freaking survive,” the singer said in a conversation ## [Atlanta mayor says DNC snub sends a message to Black voters in fiery letter. Some party insiders disagree](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/atlanta-mayor-dnc-snub-black-voters-party-insiders-disagree/) _2026-08-20 · Gerren Keith Gaynor · TheGrio_ Andre Dickens accused Democrats of abandoning the South and Black voters, while party veterans say logistics and other considerations complicate ## [What the Jason Arday story exposes about the vulnerability of Black people in elite space](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/what-the-jason-arday-story-exposes-about-the-vulnerability-of-black-people-in-elite-space/) _2026-08-20 · Kay Wicker · TheGrio_ In the aftermath of Jason Arday’s death, Black academics and more are opening up about their own concerns and experiences. ## [‘Grandma is the Baby’: Joseline Hernandez to release family show on her streaming network](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/grandma-is-the-baby-joseline-hernandez-to-release-family-show-on-her-streaming-network/) _2026-08-20 · Nhari Djan · TheGrio_ The TV personality is creating a cartoon show about her blended family with her partner, DJ Balistic Beats, and daughter ## [MC Lyte honored for decades of advocacy as she fights for artists to get paid](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/mc-lyte-music-fairness-award-soundexchange/) _2026-08-20 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ The hip-hop pioneer received the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for pushing Congress to secure performance royalties for recording artists. MC ## [Black Americans face higher Alzheimer’s risk. Now, NIH funding for research into why is being cut](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/black-americans-face-higher-alzheimers-risk-now-nih-funding-for-research-into-why-is-being-cut/) _2026-08-20 · Haniyah P. · TheGrio_ The Trump administration’s rollback of DEI-related research is now affecting studies examining Black communities higher risk for Alzheimer’s. Black communities ## [Six years after their royal exit, Meghan and Harry are heading back to the U.K. What changed?](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/six-years-after-their-royal-exit-meghan-and-harry-are-heading-back-to-the-u-k-what-changed/) _2026-08-20 · Kay Wicker · TheGrio_ Unpacking the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s return to England after six years of building a life in California. After ## [‘Conversations become invoices’: Jaylen Brown gets candid about the hidden cost of wealth](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/jaylen-brown-wealth-comments-relationships-isolation/) _2026-08-20 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ The Philadelphia 76ers star says money and fame created blurred boundaries with friends and family. Jaylen Brown says becoming wealthy ## [Will Smith could be added to Jada Pinkett Smith’s $3 million lawsuit with former friend](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/will-smith-bilaal-salaam-lawsuit-intimidation-allegations/) _2026-08-20 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Bilaal Salaam is seeking to add the actor as a co-defendant, alleging Smith participated in threats and intimidation. Will Smith ## [Deion Sanders called to testify in son Shilo’s bankruptcy fight over $11 million debt](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/deion-sanders-subpoena-shilo-bankruptcy-trial/) _2026-08-20 · Bolarinwa Oladeji · TheGrio_ The trial begins Aug. 31, just days before Colorado opens its football season against Georgia Tech. Deion Sanders is being ## [Illinois foster youth are getting culturally competent hair care—how one business is helping make it happen](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/illinois-foster-care-culturally-competent-hair-care-law/) _2026-08-20 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Illinois requires DCFS to account for culturally competent hair care, and Styles 4 Kidz is helping turn that requirement into ## [Angélique Kidjo becomes first African musician to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/angelique-kidjo-hollywood-walk-of-fame/) _2026-08-20 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ The five-time Grammy winner made history while celebrating Africa’s influence on music and culture around the world. Angélique Kidjo has ## [Felony charges dropped against LAPD officer who secretly recorded colleagues making racist remarks](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/daniel-flores-charges-reduced-lapd-racist-recording/) _2026-08-20 · Odafe Oghen · TheGrio_ Officer Daniel Flores will instead face misdemeanor charges after backlash that prosecutors said “sent the wrong message.” Los Angeles County ## [North Carolina early voting changes spark concerns over impact on Black voters](https://thegrio.com/2026/08/20/north-carolina-early-voting-racial-targeting-allegations/) _2026-08-20 · Peter Kerich · TheGrio_ Proposed changes in 20 counties would eliminate Sunday voting, alter Saturday hours or remove some early-voting locations. Proposed changes to ## [Pride Flags Removed from LGBTQ-Friendly Catholic High School](https://www.metroweekly.com/2026/08/catholic-school-pride-flags-removed/) _2026-08-20 · John Riley · Metro Weekly_ After the Diocese of Oakland required their removal, Bishop O'Dowd adopted a rainbow-colored "inclusive O" as a new symbol of belonging. The post Pride Flags Removed from LGBTQ-Friendly Catholic High School appeared first on Metro Weekly .