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New Orleans has faced more than its fair share of environmental crises. But this time, a massive drought has the Crescent City bracing for impact.

Legal action as entered the conversation on the widely disputed suspension of a Black student who was told his dreadlocks were out of school dress code. However, the defendants in this case is the governor of Texas and the state attorney general.

Just last week rapper and television personality Chrisean Rock was dragged on the internet as a picture was taken of her in a Walmart with her weeks-old baby's neck unsupported in its baby carrier.

On Saturday, the University of Colorado Boulder Buffaloes-led by Deion Sanders-had their very first loss of the season against the University of Oregon Ducks. Under Sanders' leadership, the team was 3-0 until Saturday's game.Read more...

Are there wedding bells in the near future for Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good? The internet seems to think so and I'll tell you why.Read more...

Throughout history, the government has used public safety as its biggest argument to justify the surveillance of its citizens. But civil rights activists have long argued that surveillance tactics, particularly facial recognition, can be particularly harmful in Black and Brown communities, where mugshot databases are...Read more...

Since 1953, two stained glass windows on Washington National Cathedral have paid tribute to a dark period in American history. But 60 years later, a new symbol of hope will take their place. On Saturday, Washington National Cathedral revealed two new racial justice-themed windows created by Black artist Kerry James...Read more...

Randal Quran Reid is the latest plaintiff to take legal action against a police department and not for the classic, police brutality case you'd think. Reid is accusing the cops of falsely identifying him as a crime suspect based off of facial recognition technology. He's not the only one either.

The Super Bowl Halftime Show is a big stage. The hype, expectations and attention isn't for everyone. You have to be a certain caliber of entertainer to even consider it. Over the years, we've seen unforgettable performances from Beyonce, Prince, The Weeknd and Rihanna. Everyone handles the moment differently, but...Read more...

When I was approached in 2019 to write a book called 50 Rappers Who Changed The World, I had been a journalist for over a decade who dedicated themselves to analyzing all genres of music. I also worked as a preschool teacher and wrote in my spare time. Despite the inherent intersectionality of race and gender, I did...Read more...

Kerry Washington is opening up like we've never seen her before ahead of the release of her new memoir, Thicker Than Water, recently revealing shocking details about her biological father.Read more...

The hotties are still experiencing euphoria after witnessing a moment over the weekend that everyone has been eager to see since the Savage (Remix)" was released in 2020: Beyonce and Megan Thee Stallion performing it together live on stage.Read more...

This year, the Black maternal health crisis took center stage at The Root Institute. We sat down with some of the leading experts in this field - including Dr. Joia Crear-Perry, President of the National Birth Equity Collaborative, Myechia Minter-Jordan, MD, MBA, CEO of CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, Dr. Uche...Read more...

Even when you move through life with the confidence of Usher, sometimes you have to shoot your shot to make things happen. Back in April, the Confessions singer said he'd be a fool to say no" to the Super Bowl Halftime Show gig. Now, he's getting his wish, as it was announced on Sunday that the Yeah" singer will...Read more...

The 2023 Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards in Washington, D.C. have come and gone-and looked like it was one for the books. Last night, Vice President Kamala Harris gave resounding remarks and honorees included White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, Los Angeles Mayor...Read more...

Don Lemon doesn't watch CNN anymore, but says you haven't seen the last of him on the small screen. Google is collaborating with HBCUs on AI technology that could propel the institutions and their students into the future. There's a crisis in Black maternal health that could get worse if current policy trends aren't...Read more...

Afrobeats is no longer a trend, it's a full-fledged movement. Many of the biggest stars in the world are creating unique, fun, and creative Afrobeats music and it has everyone across the world dancing.Read more...

Without your regular favorites to rely on, you might be wondering what you're going to watch during the fall TV season. Turns out, there's still plenty of interesting choices to be found among broadcast, cable and streaming networks. From family programming, to thrillers, to thought-provoking dramas, to fun reality...Read more...

While the suspects in the case have not been tried, the family of Irvo Otieno has received some semblance of closure.Read more...

If you've ever seen a brilliant civilian helps the police solve crimes" procedural, The Irrational will be very familiar to you. And by very familiar, I mean you've absolutely seen this series before. From the cases, to the genius surrounded by exasperated co-workers, to the leads with romantic tension, there's not a...Read more...

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Hollywood and the creatives who keep it afloat may be on strike right now, but that doesn't mean all the entertainment has ended. In fact, the 2023-24 Broadway season is already underway and a handful of Blackity-black productions are sure to entertain. And because you know how we do it round this way, let's take a...Read more...

As the days get shorter and the temps get cooler, it's time to start thinking about adding jackets and coats to your wardrobe. But when you're shopping, you don't have to limit yourself to what you find in the department stores. Online retailer Etsy is the perfect one-stop shop for tons of unique designs by artists...Read more...

Conservative New York Times columnist David Brooks recently took to X/Twitter to complain about a meal that he purchased at Newark Liberty International Airport. He took a photo of his burger, fries and beverage with that caption:Read more...

As the dust begins to settle after the Supreme Court's earth-shattering decision to gut race-conscious affirmative action - attention has shifted towards a much less defensible form of admissions preferences. Legacy admissions programs, which many argue are just affirmative action for rich white people, are squarely...Read more...

South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott had more to say about his mystery girlfriend last week. While at an Iowa campaign stop, Scott fielded a question from Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird about whether he has a special lady" in his life"...other than his mom.Read more...

Yes, I know, I know. Talk of who the next Denzel Washington" is a highly contested topic. But with the current crop of actors who are undeniably cementing their status as top-tier artists in Hollywood much like Washington, I'd be crazy not to pose this question once again. So let's kick things right on off with The...Read more...

A Black mother and her daughter have been experiencing racial harassment by their white neighbor since moving into their new place. This wasn't the first time this menace to society caused this type of trouble either.

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Milan Fashion Week is in full swing and Black celebrities are strutting to and from fashion shows in their best ensembles! Actors, musicians, journalists, and more are having the time of their lives in Italy. Here are some of the bit fits we've seen so far. Enjoy!Read more...

Dwyane Wade is opening up about how his infidelity-which led to him having a baby outside his relationship with Gabrielle Union-affected their dynamic. And more surprisingly-how Union responded in the aftermath.Read more...

The Maryland state board just paid Demetrius Smith over $300k in compensation with an apology on the side for his wrongful conviction that was overturned over ten years ago. He spent five years in prison for a murder he didn't commit.

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From the moment you find out you're expecting until you help them move in to their first apartment, your role as a protector, educator and nurturer is more important than ever. And as Black parents, we face the unique challenge of raising our children in a world that often doesn't see their greatness. Luckily, there...Read more...

Boston University has confirmed that an inquiry has been launched into Ibram X. Kendi's Center for Antiracist Research, which is housed by the school. It will also look into how grant funding had been managed, numerous layoffs and Kendi's leadership at the center.Read more...

Imagine growing up in an environment where you never knew who your biological father was, only to find out 50 years later that he was just minutes away from you. That's what Grammy-award-winning Gospel singer revealed n a story that takes us on a journey of family, love, and forgiveness.Read more...

After three years, the federal student loan freeze is coming to an end - meaning borrowers will have to restart paying their loans come October 1st. Americans owe a collective $1.75 trillion in student loan debt, a disproportionate number of which sits on the shoulders of Black women.Read more...

San Francisco's reparations plan has been the source of massive buzz and controversy. In March, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a draft planthat included $5 million in direct payments to qualifying Black San Franciscans as well as dozens of other proposals. Months later, the comprehensive draft...Read more...

On Wednesday (September 20), the trial of one current and one former Colorado cop charged in Elijah McClain's death began. On Aug.24, 2019, the 23-year old Black man was approached by police responding to a report of someone wearing a ski mask. The arrest ultimately contributed to his death.Read more...

Not one, not two but nine Memphis jail deputies have been handed indictments in connection to the death of a Black inmate who was having a mental crisis. Two of those deputies have been charged with murder.

Longtime Beyonce fan Jon Hetherington was looking forward to having the night of his life at the September 14th Seattle show on the Renaissance Tour, when an airline unfortunately told him that his wheelchair would not fit on the plane.

Lizzo may have received a humanitarian award from the Black Music Action Coalition on Thursday-a moment that seems tone deaf and misguided by all involved-but that wasn't the headline grabbing part of her day. The Grammy winner was named in yet another lawsuit, once again being accused of fostering a hostile workplace.

Earlier this year, we told you that Mo'Nique was suing CBS and Paramount over her popular 90s/early 2000s TV show, The Parkers.Read more...

Actress, director, and producer Kerry Washington is preparing for the world to know some of the deepest secrets of her life in her upcoming memoir, Thicker Than Water, set to release on September 26.

Even though diversity, equity and inclusion jobs increased by 55% following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, a recent study has showed that the vast majority of them have dried up. Across the country, DEI layoffs have been fast and unrelenting.Read more...

Jenisha Watts, a senior editor at The Atlantic and the author of their October cover story, is no stranger to self-expression at this point in her career. But, in her cover story Jenisha From Kentucky," Watts, 38, goes further than she's ever gone before, detailing the complicated story of her upbringing in a crack...Read more...

It never fails. A friend you haven't seen in months drops by unannounced. Your kids remind" you about the last-minute PTA meeting you offered to host. Your bestie surprises you with a bottle of wine to tell you about their new job. You never know when you'll need a quick spread for an impromptu get-together, which...Read more...

The Oscar-winning animated short film, Hair Love, was an instant classic. The story of a father trying to do his daughter's hair before they go see her mother in the hospital was beautifully moving and culturally impactful. Now, four years later, we get to reunite with Stephen, Angela and Zuri in the new Max animated...Read more...

Do you all remember the leaked call that featured Los Angeles City Council members Kevin De Leon, Gil Cedill, and former LA City Council President Nury Martinez making racist and anti-Black statements?Read more...

Boosie has become infamous for running his mouth on the internet. One of his past targets included Vice President Kamala Harris, who he somehow blamed for Brittney Griner's detainment in Russia. Now, the rapper found the audacity to demand a meeting with Harris. After seeing the VP meet with another famous emcee, now...Read more...