Even in one of The Root’s Blackest Cities in America—black girls can’t wear natural hair for a black-themed musical production. This is the scenario that reportedly played out at Uptown Dance ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For many generations, braids have symbolized unity, culture and beauty, especially within the Black community. The art of braiding ...

A Harlem mom says her two daughters were banned from a local production of “Black Nutcracker” because the girls choose to wear their hair in braids. Every year, the Uptown Dance Academy puts on a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There’s nothing like a Black girl and her braids. Philadelphia-based actor, poet, and now author Jaylene Clark Owens’ new children ...

A Civil District Court judge on Thursday evening signed a temporary restraining order that will allow two middle-school girls to return to school while a dispute about their hairstyles continues to ...

Braids are versatile and beautiful hairstyles, not just for adults but for kids. No matter your age, knowing the right hairstyle makes all the difference and elevates your look instantly. This ...

NEW YORK CITY -- 9-year-old April and 10-year-old Brooke were banned from performing in the annual "Black Nutcracker" in New York City because of their braids, according to their mother. Every year ...

CHICAGO — A new social enterprise is empowering Black girls to feel good about themselves and their natural hair. The workshop for young girls, ‘Braids and Brilliance’ takes place in Bronzeville this ...

Crowds flocked in droves to the Center City Barnes and Noble Sunday, selling out stock of one very special book. Attendees of all ages gathered to participate in a live reading and book signing led by ...

The 24-year-old Jersey native, who’s latest Hot 100 hit ‘Big Purr (Prrdd)’ alongside Pooh Shiesty, amateur chef (have you seen her videos on YouTube) and now you can add hair influencer to her list of ...