Exclusive: The F.D.A Is Taking Major Action To Protect Against Harmful Chemicals In Hair Products

Earlier this year, Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) and Shontel Brown (D-OH) urged the Food and Drug Administration to provide answers about the safety of chemical relaxers. Now, the F.D.A is responding in a major way.

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Community, Community Development, Education

Charlottesville High School Appoints New Interim Leader

Amidst a period of uncertainty at Charlottesville High School, Dr. Gurley, a representative of Charlottesville City Schools, has announced the appointment of Mr. Kenneth Leatherwood as the interim leader of the school. This decision comes following the resignation...

Community Development, State Of The City

Engaging Discussion on Housing, Redevelopment, and Real Estate Draws Charlottesville Community

Charlottesville, VA – On Thursday, November 9th, Vinegar Hill Magazine and In My Humble Opinion Talk Show hosted a vibrant discussion on housing, redevelopment, and real estate in Charlottesville, bringing together more than 75 community members, experts, and...

Business, Community, Community Development, Khalilah Jones, Style

Slaying Stereotypes: Black and Curvy Women Breaking Workplace Beauty Barriers

Let's talk about a topic that's always been a silent current buzzing in the beauty and fashion world – the policing of Black and curvy women's style choices in the workplace. It's 2023, and it's high time we say goodbye to these outdated standards and embrace the...

Arts, Community Development, Entertainment

Oscar-Nominated Director Ava DuVernay to Attend Virginia Film Festival

The Virginia Film Festival is set to host a media availability for the Oscar-nominated director Ava DuVernay, known for her acclaimed works such as "Selma" and "The 13th". This event will take place in advance of the U.S. premiere of her latest film, "Origin". The...

Community, Community Development, National Headlines, Politics, Religion, State Of The City

Charlottesville’s Lee Statue Melted Down into Bars for New Public Art

Interview by S. Davenport | Photos by Eze Amos After a years-long saga, the removal of Charlottesville's Robert E. Lee statue has reached a new phase. In 2021, the Charlottesville City Council agreed to donate the statue to the Jefferson School African American...

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No, It’s Not a Joke. An Andre 3000 Album Is on the Way

Well, I’ll be damned. I guess Killer Mike wasn’t teasing. Read more...

Conservatives Wanted to Keep Her Book Off Shelves, So She Opened Her Own Bookstore

If you’re keeping up with the headlines, you know that book bans are on the rise across the country. According to advocacy group PEN America, book bans in public schools increased 33 percent last school year. And if you follow our coverage on The Root, you know books...

TikTok’s Keith Lee Is Exposing the Tragic Atlanta Restaurant Culture

TikTok food reviewer Keith Lee has been exposing the hell that is the Atlanta restaurant scene. Read more...