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15 Gangsta Things About Bumpy Johnson, the Real Godfather of Harlem
Here at The Root, we have no patience. Season 3 of Godfather of Harlem ended in March 2023 and we’ve had been waiting for season 4 to be announced ever since. Now that it’s here, we can say the show is extremely underrated as it takes an interesting look at the life of Black New York City gangster Bumpy Johnson.
Why Black Americans See Something 'Sacred' in Rumi Carter, Beyoncé and Jay-Z's 7-year-old Bubbly daughter
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour has everyone talking, but not just about Queen Bey. Returning with arguably the biggest tour of the summer, Beyoncé is touring the world supporting her Album of the Year-winning record, “Cowboy Carter,” giving the hive a chance to finally hear the music on stage. While her outfits and…
Trump Responds to Stephen A. Smith Running for President, Candace Owens Speaks Out Against Trump, 15 Unbelievable Things Since Trump Took Office, Trump Replaces Obama's Portrait in White House, Indiana’s MAGA Lt. Governor Defends Slavery Norm, Cory Booker and Hakeem Jeffries Take on Trump, Should Black People Sit Out Protesting and More Political News From the Week
President Donald Trump just celebrated 100 days in office, but he’s already thinking about the next election. Unlike in recent months when he toyed with possibly running for a third term— which the Constitution explicitly denounces by the way— Trump is now posing another man add his name to the 2028 ballot. — Phenix S…
Detroit Man Tries to Sell Dog Back to Owner He Stole It From, More Mysterious Details Arise from Death of Georgia Twins, Sister of Man Who Swallowed Rosary Beads on Plane Speaks Out, Police Find Man Who Framed Another for Murder and All The Juicy Crime Stories You Missed This Week
A Detroit dog owner was put through terrible distress in the search for his beloved French bulldog who wandered off. Luckily, he managed to find an online posting of his pooch...and now, the cops are involved. — Kalyn Womack
Huge New Development In Jussie Smollett Hate Crime Hoax Saga
The years-long legal saga following the hate crime hoax orchestrated by “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett might just finally be over. The city of Chicago has agreed to settle the beef they had with the actor after he used their streets to stage the attack.