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Woke 1.0, the Okey-Doke and Why CRT Scares White Folk, Blacksplained By Kimberlé CrenshawMy mama was “woke.”She raised me and my sisters to question everything—even her. She was a churchgoing woman, but she didn’t care when I semi-converted to Islam at 9 years old after reading the Autobiography of Malcom X (to be fair, my religious conversion mostly consisted of me saying “Inshallah”...Read more -
There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Justified’ Killing of a 1-Year-OldPicket linesSchool boycottsThey try to say it’s a communist plotAll I want is equalityFor my sister, my brother, my people, and me— “Mississippi Goddam,” Nina Simone (1964)“Justified.”That’s what the Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch ruled last week in the fatal police killing of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley.One. Year....Read more -
Worried About AI Stealing Your Job? This Civil Rights Era Plan May Be the Solution(Envato)Long before workers feared losing their jobs to an AI bot army, civil rights...Read more -
The Wake Up Call Live: No Thank You, John Brown“Nah, I’m good.”— Black people, to John BrownWilliam Still was about that abolitionist life. When Harriet Tubman wanted to rescue her family, she went to Philadelphia to train with the man known as the “Father of the Underground Railroad.” While Tubman helped free about 70 enslaved people,...Read more -
America, Blacksplained by the Black Folks’ Correspondents’ DinnerIn February 1914, a group of white journalists tasked with covering President Woodrow Wilson launched an organization that is credited with saving their industry, protecting the freedom of the press and making democracy accessible. “By the Wilson administration, White House press conferences had turned into Washington free-for-alls, including hangers-on...Read more
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‘Perfect time’: Boyz II Men confirm they’re making a country album next yearThe legendary R&B group is the latest act to lean into country music, which was famously done by the likesRead more -
‘Many believe this is nothing to talk about’: KKK ‘costumes’ spotted in El Paso cause outrageLawmakers, community leaders, and historians react as footage of an unidentified group in El Paso wearing Ku Klux Klan regaliaRead more -
Popular influencer Kristy Sarah spotted with Bryson Tiller while navigating life after a public divorceKristy finalized her divorce from Desmond Scott in July after 12 years of marriage. However, fans have long paired herRead more -
Judges skeptical of Trump DOJ bid to stop California from counting thousands of ballotsThe Justice Department wants California to set aside mail ballots tied to roughly 20,000 names flagged for citizenship review. ARead more -
‘I don’t want it, my dear’: Gizelle Bryant’s gossip comes back to bite her on ‘RHOP’We recap the latest episode of “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” and how Gizelle Bryant found herself answering for allRead more -
A 15-year-old’s sickle cell breakthrough honors the legacy of Black medical pioneersPhillip Mullin’s historic gene therapy treatment underscores the legacy of Black doctors whose decades of research helped shape modern sickleRead more -
Florida family says police escorted them from soccer field after 3-year-old outplayed older kidsVideo shared by the family shows the 3-year-old dribbling past older children, but officials have not publicly explained why policeRead more -
Barack Obama backs Maryland ballot measure that could reshape congressional mapThe proposed amendment would remove a restriction that previously limited lawmakers from drawing a map that could favor Democrats inRead more
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They BRAGG Different! A Gallery Of FAMU Baddies Who Sssslayed On The Highest Of Seven Hills At Homecoming 2026They BRAGG different! There’s something special about those Rattlers of Florida A&M University known for its world-renown engineering program, proud alumni spirit, and iconic Marching 100 band who showed all the way OUT in their viral Michael promo...read more -
Slayyys By The Sea! A Gallery Of Hampton Hotties Who Elevated The Standard Of Excellence At Homecoming 2026Slayyys by the sea! The illustrious Hampton University continues to thrive as the “Standard of Excellence” with its prestigious pedigree, gorgeous campus, and standard-setting stunners who proved, once again, that they’re the baddest in the...read more -
‘Don’t!’ Kristy Sarah Claps Back At ‘Heal’ Comments Amid Bryson Tiller Romance Rumors—‘Is This Enough Healing?’Kristy Sarah has a message for the internet, and it looks like she’s done letting social media critics dictate how she should move on. The influencer and model is responding to comments about taking time to “heal” following her divorce from ex-husband Desmond Scott, all...read more -
Viral Polygynous Pastor Says He Could Take A Third Wife, Denies Rumors His Wives Are Habakkuk Hunching To Spiritual Sister SmithereensSomebody get Jesus on the main line, for real!read more -
Frightfully Fabulous: Janelle Monáe’s Most Monstrously Magnificent Halloween LooksJanelle Monáe is the definition of main character energy. When it comes to turning heads, taking risks, making people gag, and serving a look, Janelle is the blueprint. And more importantly, she does it her way. Much like her...read more -
Clark Atlanta Girls Run The World! A Gallery Of Picture-Purrrfect Panthers Who Applied Pressure On The Promenade At CAU’s HomecomingClark girls run the world! There’s something magical about the AUC (Atlanta University Center) where you’ll find Clark Atlanta University, known as the ideal destination for aspiring tastemakers, movemakers, and hitmakers with dreams of thriving in the entertainment industry. ...read more -
We Back Outside! BLK Celebrates New Events Feature Connecting Black Singles IRL For PLAY-Tonic ConnectionsBLK is giving Black singles another reason to get outside, and this time, finding a connection doesn’t have to start with a swipe. On Tuesday, October 13, the dating and social app...read more -
Da’Vinchi Walks Back ‘Incompetent’ Americans Comments, Apologizes For ‘Harsh Language’ Amid Diaspora DebateDa’Vinchi is addressing the backlash over his controversial comments about Americans, slavery, and work ethic, apologizing for his “clumsy” choice of words after sparking a heated diaspora debate earlier this month. “I should have definitely...read more -
Love & Legal Loopholes: Yandy Smith Details Decision To Dodge Legal Marriage With Mendeecees Harris—‘I Didn’t Want To Bear The Burden’Yandy Smith is opening up about one of the most talked-about aspects of her previous relationship with Mendeecees Harris, and her explanation has fans revisiting everything they thought they knew about their love story. During an Oct....read more -
Gizelle Bryant #RHOP Reacts To Robyn Dixon Holding Her Accountable, Affirms There’s No Green-Eyed Bandit Beef–‘I’m Not Mad At It’Gizelle Bryant isn’t letting a little Green-Eyed Bandit backlash spoil her Potomac pot-stirring. The Real Housewives of Potomac veteran is embracing Robyn Dixon’s calls for accountability while making it clear she won’t retire her reasonably shady ways anytime soon. ...read more
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UPDATE: South Carolina Police Close Investigation Into Hayden Panettiere’s Death After Accidental Overdose RulingHayden Panettiere died in an accidental manner and no one will be charged in her passing. That’s the official word coming out of South Carolina...Read more -
Nick Cannon Brings His Teen Twins & Children With Abby De La Rosa Together To Celebrate Her 36th Birthday (VIDEOS)Nick Cannon is making sure his boo, Abby De La Rosa, feels all the love for her 36th birthday! From a private celebration to bringing his family tree together, Cannon is showing...Read more -
Understood The Assigment! Gabourey Sidibe Has The Internet HYPE After Showing Out In Jennifer Hudson’s ‘Spirit Tunnel’ (VIDEO)If anyone needed a reminder that Gabourey Sidibe has BEEN that girl and will ALWAYS be that girl, she just gave them one! Gabby has the TL going wild after bringing...Read more -
That’s His Baby! Young Thug Shares Rare Flicks On Mariah The Scientist’s 29th Birthday (PHOTOS)Young Thug has fans gushing after dropping a series of sweet posts to celebrate Mariah The Scientist’s birthday. The ‘Burning Blue’ singer recently turned 29, and Thugger marked her special day...Read more -
Ari Fletcher Jokes About Having Smoke For Whoever Sold Moneybagg Yo Her $32,000 Purse, But Fans Tell Her It’s An ASSET (VIDEO)Ari Fletcher is growing her closet with a lil’ help from her husband, Moneybagg Yo! She recently complimented the “thoughtful” gesture of a new purse, but not before having smoke...Read more -
Missouri Mother Allegedly Abandons 4-Year-Old Daughter At Truck Stop Before Denying She Has A ChildA Missouri mother, Kayla Marie Christensen, allegedly left her 4-year-old daughter at a truck stop and later denied her to the police. Furthermore, Christensen reportedly left her two sons in the car while...Read more -
Always Them! Robert Rushing’s Reaction To Toya Johnson’s Dance At Her Birthday Party Has Fans Calling Them Couple Goals (VIDEO)Aww, Roomies! Toya Johnson and Robert “Red” Rushing have fans all in their feels after videos captured their lovey-dovey energy at her birthday party. Toya recently went all...Read more -
Marissa Da’Nae Shares Pregnancy Update After Pooh Shiesty Denies Having A Baby On The WayMarissa Da’Nae is speaking out after Pooh Shiesty shared a cryptic post claiming that he did not have a baby on the way. Pooh shared the message on Tuesday, October 27. Fans reacted with shock and questions,...Read more
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Key Takeaways From The NIH’s New Vaccine Research Center Announcement
If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling like no one believed you, a new federal research effort may matter to you.Read more -
Raven-Symoné Reflects On Teenage Breast Reduction Surgeries: ‘There Was Manipulation At Hand’
Growing up under the relentless glare of Hollywood lighting, Raven-Symoné spent her formative years navigating not just network scripts, but the public gaze cast upon her rapidly changing body.Read more -
What To Know Before Asking Your Doctor About Hormone Replacement Therapy For Menopause Mood Swings
Hot flashes and night sweats usually dominate the conversation around the menopausal transition, but the shifts occurring above the neck can be even more disorienting.Read more -
Angie Nixon Says Democrats Should Invest More In Florida And Stop Treating Black Voters As ‘A Sure Thing’
As the midterm elections quickly approach, Democrats hold onto their hopes of retaking the House of Representatives and perhaps even the Senate.Read more -
This Georgia City Just Lost Its Entire Police Force: Here’s Why
The entire full-time police force in Milner, Georgia, along with the city administrator, has resigned amid concerns about the mayor and some City Council members.Read more
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How will Trump improve women’s health if federal research grants restrict the word ‘gender’?When Suzanne Bell saw President Donald Trump’s announcement this month about improving the future of women’s health research, she felt deep skepticism. Bell, a demographer at Johns Hopkins University, is part of a class-action lawsuit filed in September by a group of researchers accusing the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other federal government entities […]Read more
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A GOP House candidate did legal work for man accused in sex trafficking scandalRepublican Mike Beltran, a former Florida legislator running to flip the state’s 14th Congressional District, filed a defamation lawsuit against a woman who had been trafficked as a teen — part of his legal work for an associate of Matt Gaetz who is being accused alongside the former congressman of participating in an alleged sex […]Read more -
Game on: The 19th is launching a sports deskThe 19th launched as a nonprofit newsroom covering politics and policy through the lens of gender and race. We’re ready to expand our coverage to one of the most intersectional elements of American culture: women’s sports. When The 19th began in 2020, the sports world was rattled by a growing pandemic. Though many leagues and […]Read more
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Katie Fire Thunder’s campaign could help Montana seat a record number of Native womenBOZEMAN, Montana — Before the evening meet-and-greet with Democratic candidates, Katie Fire Thunder has already participated in a photo shoot, put together freshly printed campaign signs with her staff and filmed an endorsement with a state senator for her Instagram page. It’s mid-September, a little less than eight weeks from Election Day, and Fire Thunder […]Read more -
It took years for Abortion.org to actually be about abortionRebecca Nall was watching the numbers go up, and she needed to make a decision. Nall — the founder of I Need An A, an online directory of abortion providers — was in the running for multiple website domain names at an auction, but bids were rising fastest on the one she wanted the most: […]Read more
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Give them a C-O-N-T-R-A-C-T: The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are unionizingAfter years of fighting for better pay and benefits, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have unionized. The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association announced Friday that the team has voluntarily recognized the cheerleaders as a collective bargaining unit following a “meaningful discussion.” That gives the newly formed union a green light to begin negotiating. If successful, they would […]Read more
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Texas district attorney opens forgery investigation into disputed transgender mailersA Republican district attorney in West Texas has opened a criminal investigation into pamphlets mailed to homes across Texas purporting to come from a transgender rights organization. Sarah Stogner, district attorney for Loving, Reeves and Ward counties west of Odessa, told The Texas Tribune that her office is investigating the mailers as a potential forgery […]Read more
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The cost of leaving: Why some women are crowdfunding their divorcesMegan Harper started pumping gas at a marina when she was 14 — she’s always known how to turn a dollar. Now a 41-year-old mother of three, she’s a marketing executive in a Charlotte, North Carolina, suburb and runs a six-figure social media agency on the side. She has also built an online following of […]Read more
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Woman with history of stillbirth fears losing another pregnancy in ICE detentionLawmakers are calling for the immediate release of 24-year-old Maria Alejandra Valero Brinez, who said she is five months pregnant and having potentially dangerous complications while detained in Arizona’s Eloy Detention Center. Three years ago, Valero Brinez experienced a stillbirth when she was eight months pregnant due to her placenta being attached to the lower […]Read more
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Colorado may face third major storm as November beginsA dry stretch through Halloween could give way to heavy rain and mountain snow in early November, and the storm’s path will decide who feels it most. Colorado residents who have spent the past few weeks bracing for one storm after another are getting a brief reprieve. But forecasters are...Read more
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How to layer skincare the right way for melanin-rich skinHow you apply your products may matter more than what’s in your cabinet, especially when dark spots can linger for months. For years, the beauty aisle has sold a simple promise: more steps, better skin. Melanin-rich complexions often tell a different story. With deeper skin tones, the number of bottles...Read more
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Texas Latino voters wake up in new districts they never moved toWhen José Cantú looked up his voter registration in early October, he was in for a surprise. The 20-year-old University of Houston medical student hadn’t moved, but his home was no longer part of Texas’ 29th Congressional District, represented by Democratic Rep. Sylvia Garcia, whom he has known since childhood....Read more
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FTC and 20 states hit Dollar General with a pricing lawsuitThe Federal Trade Commission and 20 states have sued Dollar General, accusing the discount chain of charging customers more at the register than the prices shown on shelves, price tags and advertisements. The complaint was filed today, in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee. It alleges...Read more
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Nicki Minaj Gets a Shocking Shoutout From Trump on StageThe rapper’s latest campaign appearance with the president turned heads in Michigan, where an unscripted remark overshadowed her pitch to midterm voters. Nicki Minaj has spent the past year calling herself President Donald Trump’s biggest fan. On Sunday, the president made it clear the admiration runs both ways, though the...Read more
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El Niño blamed as deadly floods swamp the Four CornersFloodwaters are receding in parts of the Southwest, but officials warn the danger isn’t over yet. A flood warning remained in effect Monday, Oct. 26, across parts of the Four Corners region, where Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico meet. As some waterlogged neighborhoods began cleaning up, residents were urged...Read more
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Viral pulpit moment divides Ohio church over 2nd wifeA Cleveland-area pastor has set off a heated debate after introducing her husband’s second wife to the congregation during Sunday service. Pastor Lydia Ford made the announcement at LifeWorks Church on Oct. 25, telling members that she and her husband, Israel Ford, are living in a polygynous marriage. That is...Read more
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Will Anthony Edwards play? Here’s what we knowAnthony Edwards is in danger of missing his first game of the season. The Minnesota Timberwolves list their star guard as questionable for Monday night’s road matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers because of right knee injury management. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena. Minnesota arrives at...Read more
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This Whitney Houston Hit May Have a Special Connection to Jermaine JacksonOver 40 years after Whitney Houston secured her first hit with 'Saving All My Love for You,' new details have emerged that it may have been inspired by a real-life affair!Read more...Read more
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Toddler Declared Dead Was Found Alive in the Hospital MorgueAn Arizona family alleges medical negligence after their 18-month-old son was declared dead, then found alive hours later with severe brain injuries.Read more...Read more
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The 2026 Stakes: Where Candidates Stand on Black Wealth, Voting, and PowerFrom voting rights to affordability, The Root’s exclusive interviews examine the candidates, policies and political battles shaping Black communities ahead of midterms.Read more...Read more
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Ohio Pastor Goes Viral After Revealing He Has Two WivesProphet Israel Ford and his two wives defend their unconventional marriage, calling it God's will.Read more...Read more
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Photos: LeBron and Savannah James Share Their Beautiful HomeLeBron and Savannah James are letting fans inside their home for a rare look at a handful of their favorite items! Let's see what's inside.Read more...Read more
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Why Black Folks Are Obsessed With the New Documentary, ‘You Can See Everything’The new Elizabeth Holmes-centered film has Black folks everywhere raving—and we can see why. Let's talk about it!Read more...Read more
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These Black Women Over 40 Have the Best Bobs in the GameFrom Kelly Rowland to Viola Davis, Black women are rocking bobs that are effortlessly chic and serve as a reliable look for the fall. Here are some of the best in the game.Read more...Read more
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Florida Man Found Guilty of $1M Tiffany’s Robbery After Swallowing the EvidenceAuthorities said Jaythan Gilder posed as "Shawn," a representative for an Orlando Magic player, before stealing $760,000 in Tiffany & Co. jewelry—and concealing the evidence by swallowing it.Read more...Read more
