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‘Basic Black’ is reborn as ‘GBH News Rooted’

‘Basic Black’ is reborn as ‘GBH News Rooted’

GBH News Rooted” has a big legacy to live up to. This iteration of the longtime television show “Basic Black” aims to provide a similar space for news, culture and discussions related to Boston’s Black community, but with a format friendly to a wider viewership.

March 27th, 2025 >

Before GBH cut ‘Basic Black,’ local ties frayed

Before GBH cut ‘Basic Black,’ local ties frayed

WGBH announced the end of “Basic Black” as a TV production in May along with “Greater Boston” and “Talking Politics.” Layoffs claimed 31 positions. For some with experience inside Boston’s only public television station, the end was expected. WGBH’s commitment to local programs, they say, has been in retreat for decades.

June 6th, 2024 >

GBH drops ‘Basic Black’

GBH drops ‘Basic Black’

Move prompts strong pushback from staff and viewers

May 29th, 2024 >

Callie Crossley steps down as TV host of ‘Basic Black’

Callie Crossley steps down as TV host of ‘Basic Black’

Callie Crossley has stepped down as regular host of “Basic Black,” the longest-running public affairs show of its kind on television.

October 25th, 2023 >