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Top The Root News

Tyler Perry Sued for Allegations of Sexual Harassment and Assault

Celebrity · United States

Tyler Perry Sued for Allegations of Sexual Harassment and Assault

52% Center coverage: 145 sources

Detroit woman booted from Zoom court hearing after making PB&J during call

Crime · Michigan

Detroit woman booted from Zoom court hearing after making PB&J during call

85% Center coverage: 41 sources

Wife of Minnesota politician shielded daughter from bullets, says relative

Minnesota Politics · Minnesota

Wife of Minnesota politician shielded daughter from bullets, says relative

70% Center coverage: 34 sources

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Maxine Waters on troop deployment to LA: Trump a ‘cruel, dishonorable human being’

Maxine Waters on troop deployment to LA: Trump a ‘cruel, dishonorable human being’

Maxine Waters on troop deployment to LA: Trump a ‘cruel, dishonorable human being’

Some Republicans Have Regrets About Backing Trump’s Bill: NYT

Some Republicans Have Regrets About Backing Trump’s Bill: NYT

Some Republicans Have Regrets About Backing Trump’s Bill: NYT

Former In-N-Out Employee Files $3M Lawsuit Alleging Discrimination over Hairstyle

57% Center coverage: 7 sources

(KTLA) – A former In-N-Out employee has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the chain, alleging that he received discriminatory treatment and was eventually fired due to his hairstyle. Elijah Obeng, a Black man, filed his lawsuit in Compton Superior Court and said he suffered from severe emotional distress, reputational harm and loss of employment. He is accusing In-N-Out of wrongful termination, discrimination based on race, failure to prevent h…Compton, California · Compton See the Story

Paris Jackson Claps Back at Critics of Her Performing on Dad Michael Jackson's Death Anniversary

Coverage: 8 sources

Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris Jackson defended her upcoming concert on his death anniversary June 25 amid her tour with Incubus and Manchester Orchestra.Michael Jackson · Paris See the Story

The Black Movies of 2025 Everyone Should Add to Their Must-Watch List

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Whether you're into vampire horror films or jam-packed action films, our fave Black stars have been bringing the cinematic heat all year. Let's take a look!Read more...Read Article

Must-Read Juneteenth Books for the Entire Family

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Colorful children's picture books, gripping historical fiction and more are on our must-read list this JuneteenthRead more...United States · United States Read Article

Meet the Masterminds Behind the Beats: Celebrating Black Music Producers by Region

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Sure, you know the voices behind music’s biggest hits, but how well do you know the beat makers who championed their sound?Read more...Read Article

14 Self-Care to Protect Your Peace During the Scariest News Cycle Ever

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The chaos from outside doesn't have to consume your home. Read more...Read Article

Black Big Box CEO Admits These Types of Jobs Are Safe From an AI Takeover

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Speaking at a Business Roundtable event in Washington, D.C., Marvin Ellison suggests the next generation of works pursue careers that will always need humans.Read more...United States · United States Read Article

This Is How Gary Coleman's Ex-Wife Will Finally Answer Suspicions She Was Involved in His Death, Once and for All

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

After Gary Coleman suffered a brain bleed in 2010, his then-ex-wife Shannon Price removed him from life support two days later.Read more...A&E · Wenatchee See the Story

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