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Black Celebrities You Didn’t Realize Have Famous Parents
From John David Washington to Condola Rashad, here are some Black celebrities you might not have realized have famous parents.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Root Launches New Political Digital Series ‘What’s Popular?’
The Root publisher Ashley Allison is talking to political candidates in key races around the country about what this midterm season means for Black voters.
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EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK: Episode 2 of ‘America Amended’ Explores Free Expression in Detroit
In Detroit, Trymaine Lee explores how Black artists use the First Amendment to carry forward generations of legacy.
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Exclusive: ‘America Amended’ Ep. 2: Black Artists Have Always Used Their Voices. But Are We Truly Free to Express Ourselves?
In Detroit, Trymaine Lee explores how Black artists use the First Amendment to carry forward generations of legacy.
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WATCH: ‘America Amended’ Ep. 2: Black Artists Have Always Used Their Voices. But Are We Truly Free to Express Ourselves?
In Detroit, Trymaine Lee explores the First Amendment, the power of Black creativity and how a new generation of artists is carrying forward a legacy bigger than themselves.
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No Kings Day 2026: Black Voters Don’t Trust This Election, So They’re Voting Early
Black folks have been saying "no kings" long before the movement had a name. Ahead of the midterms, that energy is sending us to the polls early.
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These Black Pro Athletes Joined Law Enforcement in Retirement
A look at the Black women and men who stepped away from professional sports to launch second careers in law enforcement.
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How Todd Chrisley Ensures His Granddaughter Loves Being Black
Todd Chrisley opened up about the intentional ways he helped his granddaughter embrace her Black side and the internet has thoughts!
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17 Black Movie Love Interests Who Were Walking Red Flags
They looked good, talked a good game, and had us rooting for them. But baby, the red flags were waving in 4K.
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These Court Cases Put Black Lives and Accountability in the Spotlight
From celebrity defendants to police accountability, these high-profile cases expose the questions about race, justice and power demanding answers in 2026.