The Root

If you want to be happy in love but don't know how to get there, pull up a chair. It's time we had a talk.Read more...

After a blistering criticism of his basketball team, Kansas State has fired basketball head coach, Jerome Tang, for "just cause."Read more...

The Root spoke exclusively with CNN's Abby Phillip about what we can learn from the Rev. Jesse Jackson's multicultural political movement.Read more...

Obama and his staff had a perception about Trump leading up to the 2016 presidential election thatRead more...

Retiring after 21 years in the NBA, Chris Paul was widely regarded as one of the dirtiest players in the league.Read more...

The New York Times staff is poring through millions of pages of documents in the Epstein files. Now four NYT journalists are revealing what they know so far.Read more...

'ANTM' contestants are breaking their silence after the release of Netflix's new documentary. Let's take a look at what they have to say!Read more...

After more than 240 million gallons of sewage spilled into the Potomac River, President Trump is calling out Gov. Wes Moore.Read more...

From the Oscar nominees like Ryan Coogler to veterans like Vivica A. Fox, check out some of our faves who slayed on the ABFF 2026 red carpet!Read more...

A federal judge has just issued his complicated ruling over song lyrics and Instagram DMs connected to Lil Durk's upcoming trial.Read more...

Powell was a part of a round table discussion titled Black Men Trust Black Women."Read more...

Oscar-nominee and legendary singer Raphael Saadiq sat down with The Root where he reflected o his deep friendship with the late D'Angelo.Read more...

Thanks to Netflix's new documentary, Tyra Banks' time as host and producer of 'America's Next Top Model' is getting looked at with fervent scrutiny! Let's break down why.Read more...

After the shocking news of Rev. Jesse Jackson's passing, celebrities are sending their condolences to the Jackson family.Read more...

The annual Mardi Gras celebration has greater ties to Black history and culture than what meets the eye.Read more...

As we continue to mourn Jesse Jackson, here's everything you need to know about his personal life and impressive political career.Read more...

After years of teaching young aspiring models to werk the runway, "America's Next Top Model" coach Miss J Alexander reveals a terrifying health scare in 2022.Read more...

OPINION: We struggle to find the language appropriate to describe President Donald Trump's second term. It's all more nuanced than most folks think.Read more...

Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and protege of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., died at home surrounded by family.Read more...

A Michigan double homicide investigation went cold after a couple's remains were found in a shed by a new homeowner in 2023- until now.Read more...

From Rihanna showing her support for A$AP Rocky at AWGE to Monica cheering on LaQuan Smith, and Tamron Hall captivating the crowd at Sergio Hudson's show, the influence of Black talent was everywhere. Let's delve into the highlights.Read more...

After Florida Pastor TD McNutt was charged with cruelty toward a child, TikTok alleged he "forced" his teen accuser to apologize.Read more...

After Don Lemon went viral about his real life "bodyguard," the former CNN anchor is opening up about how he knew Malone was "the one."Read more...

Wait, President Barack Obama just admitted that he believes in the existence of aliens?Read more...

When it was about the business of Black Americans, Biden handled far more of it than Presidents like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, etcRead more...

In honor of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, we're looking at the life of Debi Thomas, the first African American athlete to medal at the winter games.Read more...

The couple's California mansion is full of light and beautiful works of artRead more...

As Black women carry leadership and spiritual responsibilities in the church, faith leaders explore whether the Black church supports their paths to marriage or creates challenges in navigating modern dating.Read more...

According to one hairstylist on TikTok, the bob is making a comeback in 2026Read more...

If you're looking for a great book about Black love, we've rounded up some of our favorites.Read more...

From high-end fashion designers to Hollywood costume designers, Bobby Garnett's vintage clothing collection has had a major impact on the fashion industry.Read more...

Behind Detroit's ongoing economic resurgence is a history shaped by Black migration, segregation and resistance.Read more...

Black history is more than just reliving the traumatizing experiences and of our past! Check out these Black documentaries focused on celebrating Black joy.Read more...

Voting rights advocates are warning that the SAVE America Act could disenfranchise voters, especially women, Black and Hispanic people, and young voters.Read more...

In today's social media era, chances are you or someone you know takes bad relationship advice on the internet seriously. Stop it.Read more...

This Valentine's Day, we're celebrating some of the cutest Black stories from Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee to A$AP Rocky and Rihanna.Read more...

To get you in the mood for Valentine's Day, here are some of The Root's favorite rap love songs.Read more...

D4vd's family are fighting a court subpoena in connection to the death of Celeste Rivas, the teen found stuffed inside a Tesla.Read more...

Need some solid Black Love films to feel your Valentine's Day 2026 queue? Check out our list!Read more...

In order to understand the tense relationship between president Trump and Rep. Ilhan Omar currently, you'd have to start at the very beginning.Read more...

Various hair extensions and products used by majority Black women are back under the microscope thanks to an all-new study.Read more...

We're looking at the love story between Diana Ross and Berry Gordy.Read more...

As Don Lemon heads to court for covering an anti-ICE protest inside a church, The Washington Post is offering eye-opening analysis of the "incriminating" evidence against him.Read more...

In a new lawsuit, the Village of Dolton claims Fifth Third Bank ignored rules to let disgraced former mayor Tiffany Henyard "steal" $1.9M in taxpayer funds.Read more...

"In Donald Trump's White House, Jesus is a victim of identity theft," Sen. Raphael Warnock told The Root in an exclusive interview.Read more...

If you're planning a romantic date night this Valentine's Day, these are the most romantic spots in New York.Read more...

Two weeks after Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped from her home, many social media users have made shocking connections between the tragic case and Jeffrey Epstein.Read more...

A casual hangout for two Texas neighbors turned into a crime scene after Lemarques Darden Jr. allegedly killed his friend over french fries.Read more...

This Valentine's Day, we're taking a look at some of our favorite moments when Black celebrity couples wore matching outfits.Read more...