The Root Celebrates a New Era of Black Leadership and Influence with The 2025 Root 100 list to be announced November 6th
On Thursday, November 6th, The Root will announce the 2025 honorees of The Root...
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Category: People
Boomer Family Demands Accountability Following Open-Casket Memorial for Dr. Marvin Boomer, Jr.
The couple was struck by a vehicle fleeing California Highway Patrol officers.
Read MoreFelecia Lucky to Depart Black Belt Community Foundation
Christopher Spencer, Black Belt Community Foundation Board unanimously appoints Spencer as new CEO and President. Felecia Lucky, who led the Black Belt Community Foundation throughout its entire 21-year history, is leaving to...
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Join David and Tamela Mann, Special Guests at the 44th George D. Flemmings Freedom Fund Celebration
Due to COVID-19, the celebration will be held virtually for the second year in a row. “The prolonged COVID-19 health crisis has caused great stress to all; however, our branch continues to make an impact with our important work. We’re excited to bring the celebration to the homes of our community through an engaging, virtual format, and look forward to honoring the achievements of our members and special guests,” NAACP Fort Worth Tarrant County President Estella Williams said.
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Your Favorite Song Is In the Cards: This Is Kulture Karaoke
“I created this game to be more inclusive and fun for black and brown would-be karaoke stars like myself It’s a feel-good game that can be fun for all ages.”
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With the Death of George Floyd, America Feels the Weight of Blackness
The weight of blackness is not ultimately carried by black Americans, alone. It’s carried by those that see the problem and are willing to say, “he ain’t heavy…” you know the rest.
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‘Black Dads Count’ U.S. Census Awareness Campaign
The campaign launch includes events and informational sessions taking place between MLK Day and the official launch of the Census in April.
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Kevon Carter Talks the Journey to “Finally” Recording His Debut Album
Whether you know him for jokes, music or his reaction videos, we believe you’ll know him even a little better after listening to the interview!
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The Key to Achieving the Dream: Living Your Life’s Blueprint
Though “the marathon continues”, perhaps the key to finally overcoming is discovered in the collective lift contributed by each of us living our lives according to its blueprint.
Read MoreWhat happens when Larry Reid goes “live” and brings the converDERNsation offline?
Reid fearlessly tackles hot topics within the church and gospel music community and entertainment industry on his weekly commentary show hosted on social media.
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Jobs, Gigs and Geoffrey Owens
We are teachers, gigging musicians, stockers, hairdressers, seamstresses, event planners, executive assistants, receptionists and transcend what the current job title insists. Regardless of the job, creatives like Geoffrey Owens will never be out of work!
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Meet Jare Ijalana, the Nigerian girl dubbed ‘the most beautiful girl in the world’
At just five years old, Jare Ijalana from Lagos, Nigeria has been hailed by many as ‘the most...
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