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When 7-year-old Deonte Atwell of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. died of malnutrition on Christmas Day last year, an autopsy revealed that his bones were sticking out through his skin. No one was charged at the time, but local authorities continued to investigate why the young boy died while being around friends and family.

Federal prosecutors arrested two individuals accused of trying to recruit white nationalist terrorists through a social media platform. When you find out what they were allegedly scheming, you'll be disgusted.

Indianapolis police authorities are investigating the death of a Black woman who was found in a wooded area. Police say the last person she was with was her Uber driver...however, she never made it home.

P. Diddy's indictment isn't just an indictment of Sean Combs. It's an indictment of an era, an ethos, a set of permission slips that permit the denigration and even beating of Black women.

More than a week after it was announced that Kendrick Lamar would be headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans, it's a topic that continues to be discussed in the music industry.Read more...

Diddy's alleged freak offs' served a greater purpose, according to the details of his newly released indictment. The Bad Boy mogul would allegedly use the sex and drug-fueled events to enforce control.

As the disturbing details of Sean Diddy" Combs federal indictment-including shocking mentions of sexual freak offs"-continue to send shockwaves on social media, a handful of folks in Black Hollywood are giving their two cents on the matter.Read more...

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On Tuesday, Evereleased her new memoir Who's That Girl?" which detailed the humble beginnings of her career. One of the excerpts that has people buzzing is when the emcee said she received a phone call from Jay-Z.Read more...

Kevin Hart may be one of Hollywood's go-to comedic actors, but a recent joke he made about college students in Deleware isn't garnering any laughs. I'll explain.Read more...

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After the tragic, untimely death of professional ballerina Michaela Mabinty DePrince at age 29 on September 10, the family is mourning yet another tremendous loss.

With awards season officially in full swing, you already know our fave Black stars are getting ready to serve major looks at the myriad of red carpets to come over the next few months.Read more...

The ever changing Rap/Hip-Hop crown is now up for grabs after Atlanta seems to have fallen from royalty. Don't get us wrong, it's unlikely that Atlanta will ever truly go away, but here's a list of cities around the world who might be gunning for that number one spot!Read more...

Times have changed in Rap. Though the genre is more popular and visible than it's ever been, the genre is extremely saturated and anyone with a computer or a phone can spit a verse that someone on the internet will enjoy or use to create a meme.Read more...

The only normal thing about the 2024 presidential election cycle is that nothing is normal. I mean you've got one Democratic presidential candidate dropping out, another coming in and MAGA extremists embracing a phony story conjured by white supremacists about immigrants eating pets.Read more...

The presidential election is less than two months away and some believe Donald Trump has made a fool out of himself in an attempt to beat his opponent Vice President Kamala Harris. It's too early to tell if his stunts and temper tantrums have worked -though opponents, fans and even his own family wonder and worry...Read more...

Former Diddy Dirty Money member Kalenna Harper spoke out about being named multiple times in the recent lawsuit filed against Diddy by her fellow groupmate Dawn Richard. Her response might raise more than a few eyebrows.Read more...

After a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in May left customers wondering if their beloved cheddar bay biscuits might become a thing of the past, Red Lobster is enlisting the help of a young Black executive to help get the company back on its feet.

A TikTok video about the alleged lynching of a Black truck driver has taken over social media. Police claim there's no reason to assume foul play. However, the victim's family believes there's a coverup afoot.Read more...

In the year of our Lord 2024, you would think everyone in and outside of Hollywood would've grown tired of Will Smith/the slap jokes. But that definitely wasn't the case at the 76th Primetime Emmys on Sunday. I'll explain.Read more...

The weird and uncomfortable stories about Diddy continue to grow, and they always seem to involve some of the more notable figures in the entertainment industry.Read more...

You'd think in 2024, certain major entities confusing Black celebrities for one another wouldn't be a thing-but sadly here we are. On Saturday night during a UFC 306 broadcast, the camera panned in on several prominent folks in the audience at the Noche" event including reality TV stars, athletes and executives.Read more...

It looks like stylist Law Roach and supermodel Naomi Campbell just got their lick back against Rihanna in response to her seemingly shady move towards them during New York Fashion Week.Read more...

The latest lawsuit to enter federal court comes from a mother who claims her daughter had a disturbing encounter with her math teacher. And by disturbing, we mean racist.

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill went viral with the release ofpolice body cam footageof him being arrested just before the Dolphins' season opener on Sept. 8. The video shows Hill being detained by multiple responding officers, but in a perhaps not-so-surprising turn of events, the one who violently pulled...Read more...

Tito Jackson, beloved member of The Jackson 5 and elder sibling to Michael and Janet Jackson, has died at 70. His sons, TJ, Taj and Taryll confirmed the news of his passing in an Instagram post late Sunday night.Read more...

On Sunday evening, the biggest and brightest stars descended upon the Peacock Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles to celebrate the best television had to offer over the last year. As always, the evening was full of some shocking snubs and exciting surprises, and we're breaking down all the moments you need to know...Read more...

Nine weeks after he was shot and only a few days after he survived a tough debate, Trump says he's fine, though FBI said he survived yet another assassination attempt. But what did Black America have to say?Read more...

It's officially awards season in Hollywood! The 76th Primetime Emmys aired Sunday (Sept. 15), honoring the best of the best in television. This award show comes on the heels of New York Fashion Week ending and in the midst of film festivals taking over elsewhere.

Caitlin Clark was in the media last week, but - as has been the case a lot lately - it had nothing to do with her performance as a basketball player. Instead, it was all about her tapping a heart on Instagram.Read more...

Homecoming season is right around the corner, and The Root knows like anyone else that the place to be is on the campus of any Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Homecoming comes every year, but this year marks a special celebration for one of our beloved Black universities.

Jon Batiste has been on an incredible run for the last couple of years. While he's always been a talented and respected artist, he has grown in popularity since the release of his 2021 album, WE ARE."

YouTube has temporarily suspended the channel that belongs to conservative commentator Candace Owens. For years, she has made a living disparaging Black folks at the Daily Wire. However, the two had parted ways earlier this year. The result has been Owens trying to stay relevant at any cost. - Candace McDuffie Read...Read more...

A Wyoming man just received his punishment for the kidnapping that occurred after a 14-year-old girl was preyed upon. The plot twist is... the man didn't have relations with the teen. His crime was more of a revenge plot. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

Homecoming season is right around the corner, and if you haven't started preparing physically, financially, and spiritually yet, then you're behind the eight ball. But don't worry, The Root has your covered with everything you have to know about the upcoming HBCU homecoming season.

Wednesday's MTV Video Music Awards ceremony was all about fun, fashion and having a damn good time. The red carpet was a refreshing sight to see, full of creative outfits from the world's hottest artists in music. From Megan Thee Stallion bringing the class to GloRilla's tribute to the late Left Eye, here are the...Read more...

Hollywood royalty James Earl Jones, who was known for his iconic voice and dignified acting career, died Monday (Sept. 9) at 93. Supporters have taken to the internet to express their condolences and reminisce on moments from his extensive career. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

During a time where music legend Pharrell should be celebrating the debut of his forthcoming animated documentary Piece by Piece," he's instead having to deal with hecklers hellbent on hampering the mood.Read more...

In December 2023, an AI study spearheaded by the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media (GDI) in partnership with Google Research found that screentime for darker-skinned actresses had increased by nine percent over the last 12 years. However, if we were to take a look at the current slates of primetime, streaming,...Read more...

If you've ever wanted to see what the lifestyle of a retired NBA star looks like, look no further than the sprawling mansion of former New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers player Carmelo Anthony. - Shanelle Genai Read MoreRead more...

Ivory Coast artist Laetitia Ky works with an unusual medium - her hair. By incorporating hair extensions with her natural locs, she sculpts stunning images inspired by everything around her, including animals, musical instruments and women's reproductive organs. Her work has garnered her an international fan base and...Read more...

On Tuesday (Sept. 10), the world learned that musical legend Frankie Beverly from the beloved group Frankie Beverly and Maze died at age 77.Read more...

Ahh, the 2024 Emmys! It's the official kickoff of awards season in Hollywood.Read more...

Though the seemingly never-ending beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has been lighting a fire under hip-hop fans and others in and outside the industry-new info may suggest this whole situation could've been avoided entirely.Read more...

The words of one right-wing activist in particular were so racist and out of line that even Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene had to condemn them.Read more...

Vice President Kamala Harris has energized the presidential election in a way no one, including her could have predicted. The 2024 Democratic National Convention was a star-studded affair, that featured four nights of powerful speeches supporting Harris' campaign to become the next president. In addition to celebs...Read more...

In news that can only be described as GIRL, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH," Azealia Banks is back in headlines and reigniting her feud with Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West.Read more...

Black women are the backbone of the Black community. They are mothers, teachers, and the much needed shoulders to cry on - and a new study explores the toll all these responsibilities have on Black women who are also in the workforce.

It's a day that ends in Y and that means it's time for another ridiculous conspiracy theory from the right. When they're not accusing immigrants of stealing and eating pets, they're insisting that Vice President Kamala Harris' had help with her spectacular debate performance earlier this week against Donald Trump. -...Read more...