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Just when you thought the government didn’t care about the people, they turn around and do something that makes you think they actually care. Congressman Mark Takano (D-CA) is trying to breathe life into a bill he first introduced in 2021 that would make your weekends a little longer.Read more...

That was quick, just days after it was reported that Ja Morant entered a counseling program in Florida so he could learn how to deal with stress, he’s already preparing for his return back to the court.Read more...

We really don’t talk enough about Little Richard. Though the music legend never failed to remind the world that he invented rock ‘n roll, everyone should be holding him up as a game changer and a groundbreaker the way we do with artists like Elvis Presley, The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Hits like “Tutti Frutti,”…Read more...

The White House press briefings have never had so much melanin, and we’re kind of living for it. Karine Jean-Pierre made history last May when she became the first Black person to serve as White House Press Secretary.Read more...

“N—er alert!” shouted a group of Latino teenagers as they repeatedly punched a Black autistic teen in the NYC subway, according to a video circulating social media. Authorities say only one of the suspects have been arrested in connection to this shameful attack.

We all know multi-award nominated actor Damson Idris for his role as Franklin Saint on the critically acclaimed drama, Snowfall. But what you may not know is how the British actor landed the part in the first place.Read more...

Michael Irvin’s attorney has stuck to his word and released a video that he believes will exonerate his client from the sexual assault allegations made against him.Read more...

For Black Disney fans this is going to be an amazing spring. With Halle Bailey’s The Little Mermaid hitting theaters on May 26, and Yara Shahidi’s Tinkerbell debuting in Peter Pan & Wendy on Disney+ on April 28, it truly will be a magical time. The Grown-ish co-stars are supporting one another through this special…Read more...

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It looks like the “Old Town Road” has led Lil Nas X to apologizing to the trans community after sending a controversial tweet on Tuesday.Read more...

CEO of BET Debra Lee spoke out about her relationship with Bob Johnson, the company’s founder, in an interview with Good Morning America. The affair, though scandalous on the surface, turned out to be a classic example of sexual harassment most women experience in the workplace.

With the world still buzzing about one of fashion’s biggest nights, the person behind some of the best looks of Oscars Sunday is sending shockwaves through the fashion industry. On Tuesday, top stylist Law Roach announced his retirement on Instagram.Read more...

Some of our posts include links to retailers. If you buy something from clicking on one, G/O Media may earn a commission. Because editorial staff is independent of commerce, affiliate linking does not influence our editorial content.We’ve all read the troubling headlines linking chemical hair straighteners such as relaxers to an increased risk of uterine cancer. And while it’s pretty easy to go into panic mode and tune out of the news, over on Capitol Hill two Black congresswomen are digging for answers.Read more...

Would you look at that? After getting criticized by the public, Smith County Sheriff Joel Houston explained his reasoning that no foul play was suspected in the alleged murder of a Mississippi man, Rasheem Carter, per NBC News. He said at the time the investigation started, there was no reason to believe it was a…Read more...

In a racist turn of events, it looks like Wall Street Journal columnist Andy Kessler decided to write an opinion piece about what caused the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. One of the country’s whitest banks quickly imploded on Friday, and while one may look at the economic conditions that led to it being the biggest…Read more...

The family of Shanquella Robinson, a woman killed while on a trip in Mexico in November, are demanding that Mexican and US officials move as swiftly to resolve her case as they did in the recent Matamoros kidnapping. Their attorneys have written a letter to President Biden asking the Feds to keep that same energy and…Read more...

I wouldn’t be surprised if many people clicked over to another channel after Angela Bassett was gagged AGAIN at the 2023 Oscars. The one category we were all waiting for was placed at the very beginning in the producers’ efforts to televise every category in a timely manner.

It looks like Shaquille O’Neal may be going to extremes to avoid an FTX lawsuit.Read more...

The Republican presidential primary is heating up, and while Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have managed to suck up most of the oxygen in the room, another potential candidate seems to be making moves. That potential candidate is none other than Senator Tim Scott, the lone Black Republican Senator.…Read more...

Let me first start by saying I LOVE US FOR REAL. And by “us,” I mean Black people. Now that that’s said, let’s get into this epic, photo of Black joy and excellence that was taken at the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party featuring a handful of Black Hollywood royalty.

Local Mississippi police announced they suspect no foul play in the mysterious murder of Rasheem Carter in October 2022. However, attorney Benjamin Crump released information from the autopsy report that his remains were scattered, suggesting this was nothing less than a ruthless killing, per ABC 16 News.Read more...

Stop me if you’re a Black woman who’s heard this one before: you do the hard work of lifting everyone up and making sure projects exceed expectations, but when it’s time to get credit for your effort, someone else—usually a white colleague—is honored. It’s a familiar situation for Black women because we live it…Read more...

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According to a newly revised report released Monday by the FBI, hate crimes increased almost 12 percent from 2020 to 2021. Numbers show that 12,411 people were reportedly the victims of hate crimes in 2021. Furthermore, 64.5 percent of them were attacked because of their ethnicity/race, 15.9 percent attacked for their…Read more...

Even though we’re only asked every four years, filling out a census form can be a pain in the ass. And if, like so many Americans these days, you check more than one racial/ethnic identity box, it can be downright confusing. Now, in light of the changing face of America, the government is considering changing the way…Read more...

We all know why Ja Morant was asked to sit out by the Memphis Grizzlies. A couple of weeks ago, he was seen on his Instagram live brandishing a gun, a poor and naive decision that could cost him money, endorsements and the Grizzlies’ season.Read more...

Upon the conclusion of the Memphis Police Department’s investigation into the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, the city promised the public an additional 20 hours of video and audio evidence. However, before its expected release, the court put a block on its release, per The New York Times. That’s not the only evidence…Read more...

The bidding war for BET Media Group is heating up. On March 6, news broke that Paramount Global is looking to sell its majority stake in the company that includes BET and VH-1. As previously reported by The Root, media mogul Byron Allen and filmmaker Tyler Perry are both interested in purchasing the stake. Now another…Read more...

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Though the hip-hop community and fans of Gangsta Boo are no doubt still grieving the loss of the legendary rapper, they may have a reason to smile soon when her posthumous album drops this fall.Read more...

NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin has vehemently denied the sexual misconduct allegations made by an Arizona hotel employee during the week leading up to the 2023 Super Bowl. So much so that he’s filed a $100 million defamation suit, accusing the hotel where he stayed in Glendale, Ariz. of devising “a plan to turn him…Read more...

A new Harriet Tubman monument, which was recently revealed in Newark, New Jersey, has officially replaced a Christopher Columbus statue that remained there until the summer of 2020. The monument, titled “Shadow of a Face,” is 25 feet tall and contains steel that expands into a trellis that onlookers can walk under.Read more...

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Before four Black Americans became victims of a murder-kidnapping in Matamoros, Mexico, there was an uneasiness surrounding the trip. According to statements made by their family members, there were many red flags suggesting they should stay home.

On Sunday, the 2023 Oscars took place live from the iconic Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.Read more...

Going into last night’s Oscar ceremony, we all had high hopes that Angela Bassett would take home the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance as Queen Ramonda in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. But even she couldn’t hide her disappointment when Jamie Lee Curtis’ name was called instead.

What do we love most about Oscars night beside the ceremony? The after-party looks of course! Black celebs who attended the awards and others stepped out for the iconic Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Who do you think looked the best?Read more...

The University of Rhode Island has finally taken down a shortened quote by Malcolm X that was placed in its main library. The decision comes 30 years after the school’s Black Student Leadership Group and others protested because they said it was taken out of context and misconstrued the revolutionary’s original…Read more...

When Ehime Eigbe was diagnosed with fibroids at age 22, she knew she needed to make some changes to her diet, including cutting back on sugar. But rather than ignore her sweet tooth altogether, she went to work in her kitchen to create something that was both good and and good for you. And the result was Sweetkiwi,…Read more...

“Tyrone” by Erykah Badu is a certified classic. Play the song at any venue where Black people, especially women, are present and they will all, almost in harmony, sing word for word with Badu as if they helped write the track.Read more...

The panic over critical race theory is at an all-time high in one of the most likely places on earth, Arizona. The Arizona Department of Education launched a hotline last week for people to report any lessons that use “critical race theory.”Read more...

Yes, we at The Root are still reeling from Angela Bassett’s loss at The Oscars on Sunday, and apparently so is social media. Reactions ranged from anger, to disbelief, to a celebration of the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star’s unforgettable performance. Though it’s supposedly their intention, Oscars aren’t always…Read more...

South Carolina high school freshman Marissa Barnwell and her family have filed a lawsuit against her teacher after she was accosted for not reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, per The State newspaper. The suit cites her being physically assaulted by the teacher and being emotionally traumatized.

From the moment we got our first look at Halle Bailey as The Little Mermaid’s Ariel, we knew she was the perfect choice to bring the Disney princess to a new generation of fans. Now, the release of the film’s official trailer has shown us how right we were. On Sunday, while the entertainment world was focused on The…Read more...

The three white men convicted in the lynching of Ahmaud Arbery in 2020 have filed appeals to have their federal hate crime charge overturned, per The Associated Press. The three claim their actions in shooting and killing Arbery were not racially motivated, despite their extensive digital footprint of racism.

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I know we normally stick to Black art, but when a film is so special and so important in its representation, it’s worth highlighting–and that’s exactly how I feel about Everything Everywhere All at Once.