There is a small groove between the white and black sections, but it doesn't come loose with slotting a screwdriver in the groove.
Lighting – How to replace the bulb in this enclosed bathroom ceiling light
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It looks like it just pulls down, there are usually little springs that keep it in place. Like the one pictured below
There are screws behind the front cover plate that hold the back cover plate to the junction box. The front plate snaps into place.
You can see from the diagram that there should be a small indentation and a tab inside of this. If you push the tab in gently with a flat head screwdriver, then you can just pull the front plate off exposing the screws for the back plate.
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These fixtures usually have a "bayonet" mount, requiring a partial turn, perhaps just a few degrees, and then pulling straight down on the plastic cover. After years, it may require a wiggle or two to break it loose.