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In Saga of NBC and Ronna McDaniel, Perks and Perils of Partisan Talk on TV

Trying to juice ratings in an election year, a major TV network hired a pair of provocative commentators from the political establishment to inject some spiky opinion into its otherwise-staid campaign coverage. The result — the Gore Vidal and William F. Buckley Jr. debates of 1968 — was a hit with viewers and an unexpected […]

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NBC’s Ronna McDaniel Hire Wasn’t Politics, or TV, as Usual

For the past week the best drama on NBC — apologies to Dick Wolf — has been in the news department. On Friday, NBC News announced that it was hiring Ronna McDaniel, the former chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, as a political analyst. By Sunday morning, Kristen Welker was grilling Ms. McDaniel on “Meet […]

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Why NBC Is Suddenly in Full Meltdown Over Ronna McDaniel Hiring Fiasco

NBC News is taking heavy fire over its decision to hire former Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel as a political analyst. McDaniel actively participated in Donald Trump’s effort to steal the 2020 election, pressuring state officials not to certify the outcome, and personalities like Joe Scarborough and Chuck Todd have been harshly critical. We […]

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Chuck Todd Questions His Network, NBC News, Over Hiring of Former R.N.C. Chair

The veteran NBC anchor Chuck Todd publicly attacked the leadership of his own network on Sunday, questioning why NBC News hired Ronna McDaniel, the former chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, and declaring live on air, “There’s a reason why there are a lot of journalists at NBC News uncomfortable with this.” Mr. Todd’s comments […]

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What Is NBC News Even Thinking Hiring Ronna McDaniel?

The former president has until Monday to pay off the half-billion-dollar disgorgement—and if he doesn’t, James can begin taking steps to seize his assets to cover the debt, including 40 Wall Street and Trump Tower. But Trump is juggling more than the fine deadline. Paying out of pocket could potentially put a major Wall Street […]

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Ronna McDaniel, Former R.N.C. Chair, Joins NBC News

Ronna McDaniel, who stepped down as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee this month, is joining NBC News as an on-air contributor, the network said on Friday. The hire adds a reliably conservative voice to NBC’s stable of political analysts. Ms. McDaniel is also expected to provide commentary on MSNBC, NBC’s left-leaning cable cousin and […]

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You’ll Never Believe What Mundane Activity Cost This Black Woman Her Life

Screenshot: WAGT News What in the actual “Final Destination” has happened here?! A Georgia woman died in a freak accident after reaching for an AirPod that dropped underneath a conveyor belt. ‘The Good Wife’ Alum Cush Jumbo On Murder Mystery Show ‘Criminal Record’, Reveals Her Weapon of Choice Off English The Columbia County’s Sheriff’s Office […]

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Finally, Michelle Obama Speaks On Rumors of A Presidential Run in 2024

Michelle Obama speaks during a ceremonial groundbreaking at the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park on September 28, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.Photo: Scott Olson (Getty Images) If you had former First Lady Michelle Obama returning to the White House as president on your 2024 BINGO card, then I regret to inform you that you might […]

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A Black Man Was Sent to Death Row in a KKK Town. Now, He’s Fighting For His Life

A Black man on death row in North Carolina is requesting a review of his case in a Hail Mary attempt at arguing that the jury that found him guilty was riddled with racial bias. Vogue Icon, Beverly Johnson, Recalls Steel Mills, Swimming Pools, & Summers Growing Up | My Family Story Off English Though […]

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Judge Accused of Getting Revenge on Ex…and Not in the Courtroom

Police say Pennsylvania Magistrate Judge Sonya McKnight got her lick back against her ex-boyfriend…but not by slamming the gavel. ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ Stars Reveal Surprising Facts About Reggae Icon Off English Michael McCoy told Susquehanna Township investigators he invited McKnight over on Feb. 10 to break the news that he no longer desired to […]

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Judge Accused of Getting Major Revenge on Ex … And Not in the Courtroom

Police say Pennsylvania Magistrate Judge Sonya McKnight got her lick back against her ex-boyfriend… but not by slamming the gavel. Presidents Day: Astronaut Leland Melvin On ‘The Space Race’ and JFK’s Role In Diversifying NASA Off English Michael McCoy told Susquehanna Township investigators he invited McKnight over on Feb. 10 to break the news that […]

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EXCLUSIVE: New Biden-Harris HBCU Campaign Ad Says Republicans Are ‘White-Washing American History’

As the presidential election draws nearer, the White House is ramping up efforts to target Black voters. The Root has exclusively learned that the Democratic National Committee will be running advertisements across 15 historically Black colleges and universities in battleground states during Black History Month. Jesse L. Martin Addresses Taraji P. Henson On Hollywood Inequity, […]

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A Mysterious Fire in Pennsylvania Kills Entire Family but Police Don’t Think It was an Accident

Police recovered the bodies of six people following a horrifying fire that destroyed a Pennsylvania home last week. Now, they’re looking to identify a gunman who may be connected to the incident… and may have also died in the fire. Small Town Horror Story: The Mysterious Disappearance of Zion Foster Off English Delaware County District […]

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Snoop Dogg and Master P Are Now Beefing With Walmart, Over Cereal?

This is not the beef we expected to see in 2024. We always assume there is going to be a feud between a couple of artists here and there because it’s a part of the culture. But there is no way we could’ve guessed that Snoop Dogg and Master P would be in a full-on legal […]

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Black Adoptees Outraged Over White Man’s Public Plea to Help ‘Do’ His Black Newborn’s Hair

Last month, white TikToker @will.powerrr publicly begged Black TikTokers for tips on “what to do” with his newborn Black daughter’s hair in a viral video that seemed more like an “Saturday Night Life” sketch than real life. ‘Law & Order’ Vet Jesse L. Martin Reveals The First Time He Experienced Discrimination | My Family Story […]

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Transracial Adoptees Outraged Over White Man’s Public Plea to Help ‘Do’ His Black Newborn’s Hair

Last month, white TikToker @will.powerrr publicly begged Black TikTokers for tips on “what to do” with his newborn Black daughter’s hair in a viral video that seemed more like an “Saturday Night Life” sketch than real life. ‘Law & Order’ Vet Jesse L. Martin Reveals The First Time He Experienced Discrimination | My Family Story […]

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Prayers Answered! Snoop Dogg’s Daughter Shares Positive Update Following Shocking Medical Emergency

Updated on 2/2/2024 at 1:00p.m.PT: Cori Broadus, Snoop Dogg’s daughter, is feeling and looking better following a shocking stroke. “It Was Intimidating” At First Says B. Michael, Cicely Tyson’s Designer & Stylist Off English In a since-expired video posted to Instagram on Jan. 30, Broadus was seen out in her neighborhood taking a light stroll […]

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1000 Black Pastors Call for Cease-Fire in Gaza Or Lose Black Votes. Is Your Pastor on the List?

Black faith leaders from around the country are calling for an end to the Israel-Gaza war with an urgent message to President Joe Biden and Democratic leadership that inaction could cost them Black voters. What Rev Run Really Thinks About Nicki Minaj, Plus Run DMC Honored In New Docuseries According to The New York Times, […]

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Prayers Up! Snoop Dogg’s Daughter Suffers Disturbing Medical Emergency

Cori Broadus, Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus attend the premiere for TBS’s “Drop The Mic” and “The Joker’s Wild” at The Highlight Room on October 11, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.Photo: Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic (Getty Images) The Root is sending our thoughts and prayers with Snoop Dogg and his family as the news has come out […]

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New Developments in the Search for Missing Cult Followers

The Missouri police have dug their heels into the sudden vanishing of four adults and two children believed to be in association with an online cult member who is currently behind bars. Their latest finding, however, suggests the group went off-grid on purpose. AME Pastor Who Protested Biden Connects Gaza & Palestine Solidarity To The […]

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Trump Far Ahead, With Haley Edging DeSantis for Second, Key Iowa Poll Finds

Donald J. Trump has the backing of 48 percent of likely caucusgoers ahead of Monday’s election, a commanding lead for the former president, according to the Iowa Poll by The Des Moines Register, NBC News and Mediacom. Nikki Haley is narrowly leading the battle for second place over Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida, 20 percent […]

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New Years Eve Nightmare: Fatal Sacramento Shooting Involved Two 10-Year-Old boys

A Sacramento County family had to start the New Year grieving the death of a 10-year-old boy who was fatally shot. What makes this story even more tragic is that the shooter was the same age as the victim. Tapping Into Our “Why?”: A Blueprint For Better Black Entrepreneurship Off English Keith “KJ” Frierson asked […]

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Apple Explores A.I. Deals With News Publishers

Apple has opened negotiations in recent weeks with major news and publishing organizations, seeking permission to use their material in the company’s development of generative artificial intelligence systems, according to four people familiar with the discussions. The technology giant has floated multiyear deals worth at least $50 million to license the archives of news articles, […]

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A Black Mother Read the Conditions of Her 10-Year-Old Son’s Probation. This is How She Responded.

It seems the mother of a Mississippi boy arrested for peeing in public is putting her foot down in the case against him. The boy was recently handed a probation sentence but after viewing the terms and conditions, but his mother said she isn’t signing off on anything. “Married to Real Estate” Hosts On Season […]

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What Happened to a 10-Year-Old Black Boy Arrested for Urinating in a Parking Lot?

Updated as of 12/14/2023 at 10:20 p.m. ET A 10-year-old boy was just handed a sentence in youth court following an incident that shocked the nation: a Mississippi officer tried to put him in cuffs for peeing in a parking lot. Da’Vine Joy Randolph On Starring In “The Holdovers” & “Rustin”, Plus The Brilliance of […]

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The Case of The Ex: Florida Man Accused of Taking Revenge Way Too Far

A Black Florida woman couldn’t enjoy more than a week of life with her newly-wed husband before a man allegedly took both their lives. What’s worse is that police believe the motive behind the killing was personal, as family members identified the suspect as the woman’s ex-boyfriend. LL Cool J and Queen Latifah in A Grammy […]

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The Case of The Ex: Fla. Man Accused of Taking Revenge Way Too Far

A Black Florida woman couldn’t enjoy more than a week of life with her newly-wed husband before a man allegedly took both their lives. What’s worse is that police believe the motive behind the killing was personal, as family members identified the suspect as the woman’s ex-boyfriend. Da’Vine Joy Randolph On Starring In “The Holdovers” […]

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New Trial for Chicago Man Following Blind Eyewitness Testimony

A Black man in Chicago had his conviction overturned after being imprisoned at just 18 years old for a crime he claims he didn’t commit. The decision was made after finding an eyewitness who identified him without being able to see him. LL Cool J and Queen Latifah in A Grammy Salute to 50 Years […]

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New Trial for Chicago Man Following Blind Eyewitness Testimony

A Black man in Chicago had his conviction overturned after being imprisoned at just 18 years old for a crime he claims he didn’t commit. The decision was made after finding an eyewitness who identified him without being able to see him. LL Cool J and Queen Latifah in A Grammy Salute to 50 Years […]

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Yikes! This Man’s Braces Got Him Arrested by Baltimore PD With a Shocking Crime

Screenshot: Baltimore Police Department Baltimore police managed to track down a man accused of kidnapping, assault and sex abuse. Their investigation came to a close after a very crucial yet unexpected tip: a box of dental rubber bands. LL Cool J and Queen Latifah in A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop Is […]

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Diddy Responds to Shocking New Allegations in Teen Gang Rape Lawsuit

Trigger warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual assault and rape. Diddy’s legal issues may have quieted down after he settled in the bombshell sexual assault lawsuit from Cassie, but now it appears they’ve just expanded thanks to a new gang rape lawsuit filed on Wednesday. The Top 5 Rappers Of All Time According To […]

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