This Is What We Do Now? Local Michigan High School Football Star Loses Scholarship Due To Rap “Career”
By Drenna Armstrong on May 18, 2013
The struggle for common sense continues.
The Root’s Managing Editor, Sheryl Huggins Salomon, Resigns
By Tonya Garcia on May 18, 2013
Salomon has been with the site for three years.
Mind The (Employment) Gap: Executives Meet To Discuss A Plan To Improve Diversity At The Executive Level
By Candace Smith on May 18, 2013
Execs met to tackle the issue of diversity at the highest levels of business.
I Wasn’t Faking Dahhhling: Mariah Carey Denies That She Was Lip Syncing During ‘American Idol’ Finale Performance
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
‘Idol’ fans, however, seem to be convinced that she was.
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Uncle Russell Sends Seemingly Premature Congratulations To Jay And Bey
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
Hmmm….
Bills, Bills, Bills: These States Have The Highest Rates Of Student Loan Debt Delinquencies
By Consha Griffin on May 17, 2013
The level of student loan debt in the U.S. is reaching crisis levels.
‘I’m A Black Woman With Common Sense:’ K.Michelle Shuts Down Rumors That She’s Dating Chad Johnson
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
Enough said I guess.
Gabrielle Union Wanted To Be A ‘Fixer:’ Actress Reveals She Auditioned For ‘Scandal’
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
Could you picture Gabby U. as Olivia Pope?
A True Blessing: Parents Of Two Kids Murdered By Their Nanny Last Year Now Expecting A Baby Boy
By Clarke Baines on May 17, 2013
After everything they’ve been through, this is extremely heartwarming news.
Bravo, New Orleans Officials Get An Earful For $375K Spent To Film “Top Chef”
By Tonya Garcia on May 17, 2013
The question is whether it’s appropriate for New Orleans to spend this much money for the show to film there as the state still recovers from the BP oil spill.
Controversial Chicago Teen Pregnancy Campaign Features Pregnant Boys
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
The CDPH hopes to communicate the message that teen parenthood is as much the guy’s responsibility as it is the girl’s.
Thieves Make Off With $1M Worth Of Jewelry Meant For The Cannes Red Carpet
By Tonya Garcia on May 17, 2013
Some stars won’t be shining quite so brightly.
Father And Son To Graduate From Morehouse Together This Spring
By Brande Victorian on May 17, 2013
Now that’s a proud moment.
We’re Not Surprised: Tony Goldwyn Says Scandal Sex Scenes With Kerry Washington Are ‘A Problem’ For His Wife
By Brande Victorian on May 17, 2013
They do look awfully natural together…
Girl, Get Yo Family: Beyonce’s Uncle Larry Says She Only Married Jay-Z Because She Was Tired Of Being Alone
By Brande Victorian on May 17, 2013
He also calls Matthew a control freak and says Beyonce never wanted to be famous.
Columbia University Seeks to Change 93- Year-Old Whites Only Bequest
By Consha Griffin on May 17, 2013
A dying woman’s wish is very problematic.
First Look: NBC Greenlights New Lance Gross Series, ‘Crisis’ For Fall Lineup
By Jazmine Denise Rogers on May 17, 2013
Will you watch?
Come Follow Me: Chris Brown Launches App That Documents His Every Move
By Veronica Wells on May 17, 2013
Does this seem like a bit much?
Candice Glover Is Our New American Idol!
By Brande Victorian on May 17, 2013
Were you rooting for her??