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Florida Rep. Byron Donalds Thinks Systemic Racism No Longer Exists. Facts Beg to Differ(Screenshot, WPLG Local 10 via YouTube)Florida Rep. Byron Donalds doesn’t see racism.Every few months, the Florida gubernatorial hopeful...Read more -
Damario Solomon-Simmons on Race, Reparations and Redeeming NationsOn the morning of May 31, 1921, Lessie Benningfield Randle was a little girl who lived in a community whose residents had done every single thing America claims “Black people need to do.” By that evening, Randle was no longer a little girl who led her choir and played basketball;...Read more
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Excerpt: A Fight for Justice in Tulsa and a Blueprint for Black Power“Redeem a Nation: The Century-Long Battle to Restore the Soul of America” by Damario Solomon-Simmons arrives in bookstores on Tuesday and is available to order anywhere books are sold. We encourage you to buy from Black-owned and independent bookstores. Stay tuned for a video conversation on Tuesday between...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: My Grandmama's Fur CoatOn Tuesday, I was a guest on a radio show hosted by the Columbia, S.C., chapter of Links alongside celebrated historic preservationist Jannie Harriot (some relation).Read more -
Throwback Thursday: An Intervention Letter to AmericaThis article was published on October 15, 2016.Dear America,I know you’re wondering why we brought you here today. First, I want you to understand that this is not an ambush. We are here because we love you. I’m sure that the somber look on everyone’s faces makes you think...Read more -
How Tiffany Cross Survived a Toxic RelationshipThis is all Barbie’s fault.Halfway through her new book, Tiffany Cross explains how the path toward an abusive relationship began with Mattel’s signature doll. Aside from being the avatar of Caucasian beauty, Barbara Millicent Roberts managed to acquire a Dream House, a Dream Car, and a live-in boyfriend who...Read more
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A Wish List For White Supremacy: 7 Ways Trump's 2027 Budget Will Hurt Black America(Envato Elements/ContrabandCamp)In 1862, America broke dozens of formally recognized treaties to steal 10.7 million acres from 245...Read more -
When Life is Life-ing: The Struggle and Juggle of Black Women“Love, Me: A Letter to Black Women in a Toxic Country, Career, & Relationship” is available for order now everywhere books are sold. We encourage you to buy from Black-owned and independent bookstores. Michael Harriot will be in conversation with Tiffany on Saturday, May 9, in Atlanta and...Read more -
We Are the Architects Now(Photo by Envato)What Just Happened?On April 29, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision in...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: What If There Is No Solution?For Ben Ross, slavery was a choice.On Sept. 17, 1849, Ben, his sister, Minty, and his brother, Henry, escaped from the forced labor camp where they were enslaved. They were free for weeks, when Ben came to a stunning realization:He’d rather be a slave.Ben had left his wife and kids...Read more -
The GOP Is Working Hard to Diminish Black Voting Power(Envato)American history is rife with examples of Black people making gains, making progress and gaining power, and white...Read more
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The Caucasians' Guide to Surviving an AssassinationAuthorities in Washington, D.C., arrested a California man on Saturday evening during a desperate attempt to sneak into the club without his wristband.The Associated Press reports.A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attended by President Donald Trump...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: White Boys and 'Da Hood'Benjamin Green was different.Green was born to formerly enslaved parents in Mound Bayou, Miss., and his father was one of the founders of the all-Black town. At 17, Green left his hometown to enroll in Fisk University. In 1914, he graduated from Harvard Law School and enlisted in the Army....Read more -
...And He Was a Good ManIn three weeks, three Black women were shot—two of them fatally—in their own homes by the men who said they loved them. Nancy Metayer Bowen, vice mayor of Coral Springs, Fla., was killed just as she was about to announce a run for Congress; Dr. Cerina...Read more -
Throwback Thursday: Robin & Tiffany, a Greek TragedyThis audio podcast was published on April 24, 2013. The accompanying article, “A Thing I Wrote About Guns and Loopholes,” was published on March 25, 2021.I should begin with the hole in my sister’s face.I should describe how surprisingly clean a hole a bullet bores into a skull—as if her...Read more
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The 9 Kinds of (Black) CousinsAs one of the world’s foremost experts in cousinomics, my inbox exploded a few days ago, after Things I’ve Learned podcast host Steve Owens posted this Instagram reel:While everything in Owens said is technically correct, this social media dissertation is exactly I spent my life pioneering...Read more -
The Reports of MAGA Abandoning Trump Are Greatly ExaggeratedI knew I was wrong. When I saw the look on my mother’s face, I immediately concealed the cigarette lighter I was holding, bolted out of the kitchen and waited for my cousin to join me in my bedroom. My cousin Tyran was a year younger and had never...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: They Ain't That SmartHenry Soane invented white privilege. Born to a regular degular English family in 1622, Henry was never going to be a king or a duke. Fortunately (for Henry), in 1618, the Virginia Company of London began granting 50 acres of free land to the people who could pay...Read more
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Throwback Thursday: Donald Trump, White JesusThis story was published on Feb. 12, 2018.The most dangerous madmen are those created by religion, and … people whose aim is to disrupt society always know how to make good use of them on occasion.— Denis DiderotAny day now, the Robert Mueller investigation will end, and everyone...Read more
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GYATTY GYAL: Copiously Caked Up Chlöe Bailey Causes Commotion With Sun-Kissed Vacay Yams In St. Lucia, Sets Social Media AblazeGYATTY GYAL After setting St. Lucia Carnival ablaze the past few years, Queen of Vacays contender Chlöe Bailey made her return to the gorgeous island where she flaunted her sun-kissed vacay yams in multiple photo carousels posted online. ...read more -
Roasted: Tony Hinchcliffe’s ‘Joke’ About George Floyd Garners More Reactions, Lil Rel Howrey, Tamika Mallory, And MoreSome might say that this white man has no idea how disrespectful and insensitive his “comedy” is to the Black community, we would argue that he’s knows exactly how disrespectful and insensitive it is and that’s why...read more -
Bobbin’ & Weavin’: Anderson .Paak Side-Steps Questions About His Relationships With Mariah Carey & Jeannie MaiAnderson .Paak is finally giving us some insight into his relationship with Mariah Carey, giving her credit for introducing him to the finer things in life. The Silk Sonic singer first spark romance rumors with Carey back in 2024, when they were spotted...read more -
#RHOA Reflections: K. Michelle Says She’s Trying Not To ‘Declass The Show,’ Wants To Make Amends With Porsha WilliamsAmid harsh #RHOA rants from fans, K. Michelle says she deserves the opportunity to “grow” in front of the cameras as she continues building relationships with her fellow Housewives. Earlier this month, the singer’s co-star Porsha Williams...read more -
Ronald Greene’s Family Awarded $4.8M Wrongful Death Settlement Following Louisiana Traffic Stop DeathFinally, Ronald Greene’s family has received restitution following a nightmarish scenario of police violence. The long, disgraceful saga surrounding Ronald Greene’s death has finally forced Louisiana officials to pay a price, although it’s...read more -
Relationship Re-Up: Cardi B And Stefon Diggs Are Reportedly Working On Relationship After Stefon ‘Stepped It Up’Cardi B and Stefon Diggs, take two. Action! Amid rumors that the rapper and the NFL free agent could be rekindling their romance, it looks like Cardi B and Stefon Diggs actually are giving their relationship another try. The...read more -
White Live-Streamer ‘Chud The Builder’ Arrested For Nearly $400 Dine-And-Dash While Yelling Racist ObscenitiesPeep the KKKlown behavior happening in the Volunteer State… Controversial livestreamer Dalton “Chud the Builder” Eatherly is facing multiple charges after an incident at a Nashville steakhouse allegedly escalated into racist comments, disorderly behavior, and anread more -
‘The Boys’ Exclusive: Susan Heyward Talks Sister Sage’s Intelligence, Power Play & THAT Big BlindspotEverybody makes mistakes—even someone with the superpower of supreme super-intelligence. That’s a message made clear as The Boys enters its final stretch and Susan Heyward unpacks the mindset behind one of its most compelling additions....read more -
Fall For Your Type: Procreating Papa Jamie Foxx & Girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp Are Expecting Their 1st Child TogetherDJ play a love song! Jamie Foxx is expecting his third child, his first with girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp. The “Unpredictable” comedian/singer, 58, and his girlfriend are preparing to welcome a little one into the world, according to reports from...read more -
So So Dope: Jermaine Dupri Urges Atlanta Falcons & Wells Fargo HBCU Fellows To ‘Earn, Learn, Return’ During Creative Currency ExperienceJermaine Dupri is drawing up a winning playbook for the next wave of creatives, encouraging Falcons and Wells Fargo-backed HBCU fellows to stay ready, take risks, and run their ideas straight into the end zone.read more
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Coach Stormy Wellington Shocks Fans After Revealing 20-Year Probation From FTC Settlement (VIDEOS)Whew, Roomies! Coach Stormy Wellington has the internet popping off with reactions after she shared details about her 20-year probation. The multi-level marketing influencer recently sat down with Carlos King for an exclusive...Read more -
Aht! Aht! Toosii’s Fiancée Samaria Sparks Reactions After Saying She Would Prefer Not To Live With Him Post-MarriageToosii’s fiancée Samaria J Davis has the internet in a tizzy after revealing that she would rather live separately once they get married. Samaria responded to a viral post...Read more -
Yikes! Jaidyn Alexis Enters The Chat After Chrisean Rock Pops Out On Tour With Blueface (VIDEOS)Whew, Roomies! Folks online aren’t the only ones who have thoughts on Chrisean Rock linking up with Blueface. Jaidyn Alexis has entered the chat and weighed in on their viral hangout...Read more -
New Addition? Jamie Foxx Reportedly Expecting Third Child, First With Girlfriend Alyce HucksteppRoommates, it looks like a new chapter may be loading for one Hollywood heavyweight — and let’s just say the timing has fans deep in their feels. After weathering one of...Read more -
New Mom Energy?! Social Media Thinks Latto Gave Birth After Mother’s Day Video Seemingly Featured Baby SoundsRoomies, the internet thinks Big Mama has officially entered motherhood after a viral video showed her sitting in a rocking chair while celebrating Mother’s Day. Latto honored new and...Read more -
BroRilla FrFr! Victoria Woods’ New Hair Has Fans Saying She Looks Like An Early-Career GloRilla (VIDEO)She’s BroRilla frfr, now! Victoria ‘BroRilla’ Woods is again giving the internet a kiiii mixed with a lil’ bit of nostalgia! And it all stems from a new blonde look that Woods shared in...Read more -
Chris Brown Breaks Silence After Team Breezy Drags Pitchfork Over 1.3 Rating Of ‘BROWN’ Album (VIDEO)Pitchfork and its senior writer, Alphonse Pierre, had Team Breezy heated on Tuesday (May 12) following a review of the ‘BROWN’ album. Pierre gave...Read more -
Clocked It? Chrisean Rock Speaks Out After Going Viral For Spending Time With Blueface (UPDATE)Chrisean Rock had the internet in SHAMBLES after poppin’ out with Blueface over the last few days. She first turned heads when she joined him as a guest during a Seattle performance, spent time in his...Read more
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