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Eboni K. Williams is a prominent attorney, host, and executive producer known for their impactful work in media and social justice. Currently serving as the host of "Equal Justice" at Allen Media Group, Williams leverages extensive experience in law, politics, and social commentary to address key issues within the justice system. In addition to hosting "Holding Court" at Uppity Productions, Williams is recognized for contributions across multiple platforms, including "The View" on ABC News and "The Grio," where insights on contemporary political and legal topics are shared. Williams has also hosted "Dark Nights in the City" on OWN, blending storytelling with legal analysis. With a foundation in legal practice as a criminal defense attorney, Williams has worked with prestigious media outlets including NBCUniversal, Fox Corporation, and CBS News. Williams holds a Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans and a Bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, along with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Benedict College.
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TheGrio.com, owned by Entertainment Studios LLC, is the first video-centric news community site devoted to providing African-Americans with stories and perspectives that appeal to them but are underrepresented in existing national news outlets. TheGrio features aggregated and original video packages, news articles, and blogs on topics from breaking news, politics, health, business, and entertainment, which concern its niche audience. The goal of TheGrio is to be the news portal that satisfies the desire of African-Americans to stay informed and connected with their community. TheGrio’s editorial mandate is to focus on news and events that have a unique interest and/or pronounced impact within the national African Americans audience.