Weekend News Roundup December 09, 2023

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Julianna Margulies Offers Predictable Apology for Racist Remarks

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Though Juliana Margulies had no problem saying despicably racist comments with her chest on a peculiar podcast interview, the actress has predictably tried to walk back what she said. - Candace McDuffie Read More

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We'll Have to Wait Longer for Santa Barbara Karen to Get What's Coming to Her

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The criminal case against the woman who went viral for accosting and slapping a Latino construction worker just got hit with a delay.

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Jeanne Umana, 74, is charged with misdemeanor battery and misdemeanor trespassing in connection to a September incident that took the internet by storm. In a TikTok video, Umana is seen approaching Luis Cervantes, who was doing construction at a neighboring home. “I’m American, you’re a Tijuanan” she says to the man. - Kalyn Womack Read More

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Mississippi Sheriff Provides Surprising Update After Police Torture of 2 Black Men

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The Rankin County Sheriff’s Office in Mississippi announced reform measures that have been adopted by the department after five of the department employees pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men earlier this year. Will new training keep the Goon Squad from being revived? - Kalyn Womack Read More


Jonathan Majors’ Accuser Offers Bombshell Testimony in Assault Trial

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Marvel star Jonathan Majors’ assault trial took an extremely troubling turn on Tuesday, as his accuser, Grace Jabbari, testified about details of their two year relationship and the alleged incident that led to his arrest. - Stephanie Holland Read More


What?! Black Woman’s Miscarriage Results in Felony Charge

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The country’s war against Roe v. Wade has taken a complicated turn in the case of Brittany Watts, 33, a Warren, Ohio woman headed to grand jury on charges that she allegedly attempted to discard the remains of her baby. - Kalyn Womack Read More


The Identity Of Derek Chauvin's Attacker Has Been Revealed

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On Friday, charges were filed revealing John Turscak as the inmate accused of stabbing former police officer Derek Chauvin. Turscak, 52, has been charged with attempted murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, assault to commit murder and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. - Candace McDuffie Read More


Black Family Accuses Chili’s of Making Them Pay Before Eating

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Chili’s must’ve lost their mind…according to a lawsuit filed by a Black family from Denver. They claim that before even placing their order, they were asked to provide payment up front. Why? You know why. - Kalyn Womack Read More


Viral Video Shows Alabama Cop Taunt Handcuffed Black Man With Stun Gun

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Add to the list of things you can’t do while Black: change a tire. A Black man was approached by Reform, Ala. police while trying to do so and ended up being shocked in the back with a stun gun. Now, the department is investigating whether that cop did too damn much. - Kalyn Womack Read More


The Insane Reason This Little Black Girl Got Kicked from Her Cheer Team

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A Black mother is exposing a Maryland cheer coach for discriminating against her daughter, who the mom says was booted from not only her competition but her team following a conflict over her hair. - Kalyn Womack Read More


Black Celebs We Lost in 2023

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Updated 12/08/2023 at 8:37 a.m. ET:

Although we are nearing the end of 2023, the list of Black celebs we’ve lost continues to grow. From talented athletes to beloved entertainers, here are the Black celebrities we’ve lost in 2023. - Noah A. McGee Read More

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