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TLC’s T-Boz Steps Back From Touring to Focus on Her Health
TLC star T-Boz will be taking time away from her tour to recover from a health challenge.
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How New Federal Rules Could Impact Private Colleges’ DEI Programs
The Trump administration has announced a proposal that puts tax-exempt status at risk for colleges that maintain DEI programs and policies.
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As Lindsay Clancy’s Case Ends in Mistrial, One Black Mother Convicted of Murder Gets a Second Chance
Latarsha Sanders’ case has resurfaced after Lindsay Clancy’s deadlocked trial, renewing questions about race, mental illness and mothers accused of killing children.
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Black Fathers Are Building the Communities We Couldn’t Find
When my son was born, every resource pointed toward my wife. From Chicago to LA to Charlotte, Black fathers are building the support systems no one built for us — and hospitals, funders and the media should be paying attention.
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Beyoncé’s Best Deep Cuts, In Honor of Her 45th Birthday
As Beyoncé celebrates her 45th birthday, we're taking a look at some of her best songs that remained under the radar over the years. Let's get into it!
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Why The Family of This Slain Civil Rights Leader Is Pushing Back Against A Film About His Death
The star-studded film centers around the death of a real-life civil rights leader. However, certain family members associated with the fallen leader are pushing back against the new project.
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Hundreds of Gary Residents Are Back in the Dark After Weeks Without Power
Gary residents face another blackout weeks after the Aug. 11 storm, reigniting frustration over prolonged outages
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These Black Stars Are Turning 50 in 2026
From hip-hop legends and R&B favorites to Hollywood heavyweights and NBA icons, these stars are proving 50 has never looked this good.
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Viral ‘Not Like Us’ Performance Has Folks Asking If K-Pop Owes Black Artists a Check
A South Korean soldier's viral Kendrick Lamar performance reignited a debate about cultural appropriation — that a $900 million global industry runs on Black music it rarely credits.
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ACLU Expert Warns: South Carolina Voter Purge is Disproportionately Targeting People of Color
The Root spoke with Jace Woodrum, ACLU of South Carolina executive director, about shrinking voter rolls and the disproportionate impact on Black communities.