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Ex-Cop Who Killed Atatiana Jefferson Will Stay Free Until May
Keechant Sewell Set To Become the NYPD’s First Black Female Police Commissioner
During the hot summer of 2020, thousands of people took to the New York streets to protest the murder of George Floyd in Minnesota, the death of Breonna Taylor in Louisville, Kentucky, and countless others who have fallen to police brutality. As the country waits for some type of police reform to get passed through…Read more...
Chadwick Boseman's Brother Believes T'Challa Should Be Recast
While the discourse surrounding Black Panther 2 as of late has been mired with stories about Letitia Wright, her stance on vaccination and whether or not she’ll even be involved in the sequel, it appears the ongoing topic of whether or not Marvel should recast T’Challa has been given new breath.Read more...
O.J. Simpson Is Now ‘A Completely Free Man’ After Parole
The Nevada parole board has granted O.J. Simpson early discharge from parole effective Dec. 1st, according to Nevada State Police spokeswoman Kim Yoko Smith. “Mr. Simpson is a completely free man now,” as said by Malcolm LaVerge, Simpson’s lawyer to the Associated Press. Simpson declined requests to have an immediate…Read more...
Ever Optimistic, Essence Fest Announces Its Return to New Orleans in 2022
Get your Girls Trip booked, y’all, because the Essence Festival of Culture is making its long-awaited return to New Orleans next year! After two years of going virtual in response to the ongoing pandemic, on Wednesday, parent company Essence Communications, Inc. announced the 27-year-old festival—the nation’s largest…Read more...
D.C. Attorney General Sues Proud Boys, Oath Keepers Over Jan. 6 Riot
Almost a year later, the Capitol Insurrection Saga continues with a new lawsuit filed by the D.C. attorney general against the Proud Boys, Oath Keepers and their leaders for conspiring to “terrorize” the US Capitol on Jan. 6.Read more...
Michelle Obama, Common to Appear in Emmett Till Docuseries Let the World See
ABC News’ ground-breaking docuseries Let the World See is set to include interviews with former First Lady Michelle Obama and Emmy®, GRAMMY® and Oscar® Award-winning rapper/actor/activist Common, The Root has learned exclusively.Read more...
'I Don't Think Words Can Even Describe the Feeling': Kristen Hayden Becomes 1st Black Woman to Win National Diving Title
If you’re unfamiliar with the name Kristen Hayden, you should be. When the University of Indiana swimmer isn’t preoccupied with living her best life and casually demonstrating Black excellence on the springboard, she’s making history as the first Black woman to win a national diving title.Read more...
Thank You for the World, Very Smart Brothas
When bringing something to a close—an era, a life chapter, what have you—it’s customary to get reflective and think about what you’ve learned along the way. Very Smart Brothas, the site founded by myself, Liz Burr and Damon Young, on a somewhat premeditated whim back in March 2008, has taught me many, many things, but…Read more...
Derek Chauvin Pleads Guilty to Violating George Floyd’s Civil Rights in Federal Case
Derek Chauvin pleaded guilty to violating George Floyd’s civil rights in a hearing Wednesday, saving the former Minneapolis officer from another trial and potentially ending up in prison for the rest of his life. Chauvin is currently serving a 22 1/2 year sentence for state charges in Floyd’s death.Read more...
Jodie Turner-Smith Brings a Fresh Perspective to 'Anne Boleyn'
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ABC Releases First Photos of Michelle Obama on black-ish
For its final season, black-ish is starting things off in style. The comedy has released the first images of Forever First Lady Michelle Obama in the Season 8 premiere, airing Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 9:30 pm on ABC..
bell hooks, Author, Educator and Feminist Icon, Dead at 69
Acclaimed author, activist and intellectual bell hooks, a deeply influential figure in intersectional feminism, has died. According to a press release issued by her niece, Ebony Motley (h/t Lexington Herald Leader), hooks died Wednesday at her home in Berea, Ky., following an undisclosed illness. She was 69.Read more...
Kim Potter Trial: Sergeant Testifies That He's Never Heard Of An Officer Accidentally Drawing A Gun
The trial for former officer Kim Potter has shifted focus this week toward whether it’s believable that the 26 year veteran could mistake her gun for a taser. One witness, a sergeant, testified Tuesday that he’s never heard of an officer doing that before.
James Brown's Estate Sells for an Estimated $90 Million: Report
The long-running battle for James Brown’s estate has finally been resolved—kind of—with a very lucrative deal. As previously reported by The Root, the late soul icon’s heirs and estate administrator Russell Bauknight teased a resolution to the approximately 15-year war in July, issuing a statement that “The matter has…Read more...
A Black Lady Sketch Show’s Ashley Nicole Black Signs Overall Deal at Warner Bros. TV
One of the hilarious stars of A Black Lady Sketch Show is set to bring more funny into the world. Variety reports Ashley Nicole Black has signed a multiyear overall deal with Warner Bros Television Group.
Remains Found Over 40 Years Ago Finally Identified as Former O'Jays Group Member Frank Little Jr.
On Tuesday, partial human remains found over 40 years ago in Twinsburg, Ohio were identified as former O’Jays group member Frank “Frankie” Little Jr.
Not Only Is Candace Parker Really Good at Basketball, but She’s an Amazing Mom With Another Baby on the Way
It’s hard to top a year that includes becoming the first woman to grace the cover of NBA 2K, dropping a new dope-ass footwear and apparel collection with Adidas, and bringing your hometown Chicago Sky its first WNBA title. But would Candace Parker be Candace Parker if she didn’t continue to outdo herself?
Michael Ealy, Pauletta Washington Join Hulu Legal Drama Reasonable Doubt
Disney’s Onyx Collective’s first scripted series Reasonable Doubt has added a lineup of familiar favorites to its cast.
It's Official: Steph Curry Is Really Good at Shooting 3-Pointers
It finally happened.Read more...
Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris and Benjamin Cleary Invite You to Witness Their Swan Song
If you could prevent your loved ones from experiencing the grief associated with losing you in the event of an untimely passing, would you? To what lengths would you go? How much would you be willing to sacrifice?Read more...
Judge Upholds Assault Charges, Orders Tory Lanez to Stand Trial in Megan Thee Stallion Case
Last month, we told you that rapper Tory Lanez was scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing related to the felony assault charges he faces for allegedly shooting fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion back in 2020.Read more...
Anjanette Young Could Receive $2.9 Million Settlement After Botched Police Raid
Chicago officers barged into Anjanette Young’s home while she was naked and getting ready for bed one night in Feb. 2019, only offering her a jacket and blanket after handcuffing her.Read more...
Happy New Year: Ahmaud Arbery's Killers To Be Sentenced Jan. 7
It’s a done deal that the men who murdered Amaud Arbery are headed to prison for life, but a judge will finally make it official in a Georgia courtroom next month.
AppleTV+ Releases Trailer for Tiffany Haddish Series The Afterparty
If you’ve been waiting to see Tiffany Haddish get her Sherlock Holmes on, this is your moment. AppleTV+ has released the first trailer for its murder mystery The Afterparty, which premieres Friday, Jan. 28.
Lawsuit From Howard University Alumni Claims Governing Board is Excluding students, Alumni and Faculty Illegally
It’s been a month since Howard University students stopped their protest because of the poor housing conditions they were dealing with on campus. Now, another issue has arisen, alumni of the prestigious HBCU have filed a lawsuit that claims the governing board of the University is excluding students, alumni and…Read more...
'A Microcosm of America': Rebecca Carroll on Trauma, Amy Coney Barrett and the Tangled Web of Transracial Adoption
Rebecca Carroll is not the face of transracial adoption.Read more...
Larry Nassar Abuse Survivors Reach $380 Million Settlement
USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee have agreed to pay a $380 million settlement to victims of former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. The organizations also agreed to structural changes to prevent further abuse, including reforms to misconduct reporting.Read more...
UCLA Soccer Star Reilyn Turner Secures the Bag, Becomes Nike's 1st NCAA Sponsored Athlete
With the NCAA finally allowing student-athletes to cash in on their names, images, and likenesses as of July of this year, Nike is officially staking its claim with the announcement that it’s partnering with its first college athlete: UCLA soccer star Reilyn Turner.Read more...
White Man Who Planted Bombs After BLM Protest Gets Probation
A white man who planted bombs in downtown Pittsburgh the day after a Black Lives Matter protest ended was just given probation by a judge.Read more...
City of Chicago Seeks $130K From Jussie Smollett Following Trial
While the Chicago trial for Empire star Jussie Smollett may be over, it appears the fallout from the case is still running its course.Read more...
Zola, Summer of Soul Among Spirit Award Nominees
As award season continues to roll on, nominees for the 2022 Film Independent Spirit Awards have been announced. The Spirit Awards focus on smaller indie films with lower budgets and up and coming filmmakers.
Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent Team for Murder was the Case at Starz
In recent years, true crime has become its own genre. With every other memorable celebrity case getting the limited series treatment, we can’t be surprised that it’s Snoop’s turn.
WATCH: HBO is Giving Us an Insecure: The End Documentary and It Looks Emotional, Okay?!
Insecure is leaving, okay?!
Finally—Mercifully—Steph Curry Should Break Ray Allen's All-Time Record for 3-Pointers Tonight
Since my beloved Orlando Magic have spent a vast majority of the past decade being complete trash, I spend a lot of time watching other NBA teams—as in actually good ones—compete on the basketball court. Unfortunately, one of my all-time NBA League Pass favorites, the Golden State Warriors, have been almost unbearable…Read more...
‘The Taser Is Yellow; The Firearm Is Black’: Jury Hears the Differences Between Kim Potter’s Gun and Taser
On April 11, former Minnesota Officer Kim Potter shot and killed Daunte Wright. Since then, it’s been a mystery how a 26-year police veteran could mistake her gun for a taser.Read more...
Derek Chauvin Expected to Change Plea on Civil Rights Charge
The ex-cop convicted of murdering George Floyd—a killing that reignited nationwide anti-police violence protests—has apparently had enough of losing in court. According to multiple media reports, Derek Chauvin is expected to change his not guilty plea on federal charges that he violated Floyd’s civil rights during the…Read more...
NFL Tightens Its COVID-19 Protocols After 37 Players Contract the Coronavirus
BREAKING NEWS: Despite your penchant for galavanting without a mask whenever you go to take out the trash, COVID-19 is still very much a thing.
Video Shows Black Man Being Handcuffed For Trying to Cash His Own Check at a Minnesota Bank
Yo, what is Minnesota on? Or, do they just love treating Black men like this.Read more...
Coach Prime: Brittany Renner Gave My Players $20 Million Worth of Game
Some advice is priceless, but Deion Sanders has put a number on what he thinks Brittany Renner’s is worth.Read more...
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Resumes Production with Letitia Wright in January
From the moment fans thought she would take on a larger role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Letitia Wright has been surrounded by controversy.
Chicago Activists Want Guarantee Obama Library Won't Gentrify
Some residents of Chicago’s South Side worry that its most famous son is about to gentrify the neighborhood.Read more...
A Portion of Both Ticket and Merchandising Sales From Kanye and Drake's ‘Free Larry Hoover’ Concert Expected to go to Criminal Justice Orgs [CORRECTED]
Correction: 12/13/2021, 8p.m. ETRead more...
Winter 2021-22 Movie Preview
Once Christmas is over, studios like to hold back their big movies until March or May. Winter tends to be the domain of rom-coms and action movies trying to stay out of Marvel’s way. However, Winter 2022 does hold a few high-profile releases that we might actually leave the house for, and a couple we’ll definitely be…Read more...
Professor at The University of Fordham Fired for Mixing Up Two Black Students in Class
Christopher Trogan, a professor in the English department at the University of Fordham, was fired after confusing the names of two Black students in his class, in what he called an “innocent mistake,” according to The Observer.Read more...
Is Kyrie Irving Primed for a Return?
Much to NBA legend John Stockton’s dismay, it’s possible that mercurial point guard Kyrie Irving could be making his triumphant return to the court a lot sooner than any of us expected.
Victim of Lynching in Fort Worth, Texas Gets a Memorial 100 Years Later, With the Help of His Grandson
What happened to Fred Rouse was so dark and unthinkable that for nearly a century, his family never spoke about it.Read more...
Best Black Male Performances of 2021
The wide variety and range of Black actors’ performances this year is truly astounding. We got the reinvention of a fan favorite, superheroes and villains, famous figures and heartbreaking goodbyes. Normally, this is where we would say how hard it was to pick our 10 best, but honestly, these performances were so…Read more...
Golden Globes 2022: Will Smith, Tracee Ellis Ross, Mahershala Ali, Issa Rae Among Nominees
Though the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the organization behind the Golden Globe Awards, has been trying to remedy its lack of diversity for months this year following that revelatory exposé back in April—it appears the show will, in fact, still go on.
Fruitcake is the Worst, Stop Trying to Give it to People
Fruitcake is the most controversial dessert in all of food. Yes, we know your mom/grandma/aunt/roommate’s cousin has the best recipe ever, but here’s the thing, they don’t.
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