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Folks Say Detroit is Making a ‘Comeback’ — But It Never Left
Behind Detroit's ongoing economic resurgence is a history shaped by Black migration, segregation and resistance.
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New Voting Bill Dusts Off Old Voter Suppression Tactics
Voting rights advocates are warning that the SAVE America Act could disenfranchise voters, especially women, Black and Hispanic people, and young voters.
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Maybe You’re Single on Valentine’s Day Because You Listen to Social Media
In today's social media era, chances are you or someone you know takes bad relationship advice on the internet seriously. Stop it.
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15 of the Cutest, Iconic Celeb Black Love Stories
This Valentine's Day, we're celebrating some of the cutest Black stories from Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee to A$AP Rocky and Rihanna.
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Messy New Details Emerge in‘RHOA’ Star Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker Divorce Timeline
The divorce between Kandi Burress and Todd Tucker is starting to get a bit more testy. Here's the latest in their unfortunate saga!
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15 Best Hip-Hop Love Songs For Valentine’s Day
To get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day, here are some of The Root’s favorite rap love songs.
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Grand Jury Calls D4vd’s Family to the Witness Stand in Tragic Celeste Rivas Investigation
D4vd's family are fighting a court subpoena in connection to the death of Celeste Rivas, the teen found stuffed inside a Tesla.
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In the Mood for Black Love Films This Valentine’s Day? We Got You
Need some solid Black Love films to feel your Valentine's Day 2026 queue? Check out our list!
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A Full Timeline of Trump and Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Long, Ongoing Beef
In order to understand the tense relationship between president Trump and Rep. Ilhan Omar currently, you'd have to start at the very beginning.
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Report Finds Chemicals Used in Certain Black Hair Products Will Sicken You — Maybe Literally
Various hair extensions and products used by majority Black women are back under the microscope thanks to an all-new study.
