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Coco Jones' debut album is finally here, but some people have some thoughts about the way her label is promoting her music, including The Breakfast Club" host Charlamagne tha God. Jones was a guest on the latest episode to promote her record Why Not More?"

(EDITOR'S NOTE: Shedeur Sanders was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round of the NFL Draft shortly after this story was posted.)Read more...

There's a new wave of nostalgia sweeping through TikTok and it's wrapped in a familiar 1990s R&B sound that's inspired Black creatives to reimagine their favorite moments from classic Black sitcoms. And the results are truly priceless and comedy gold!Read more...

Uh oh, there's some bad news for Dreamville fans. The music label's leading lady, R&B singer Ari Lennox, is making a major move after nearly 10 years of being signed to Dreamville Records. But if you've been paying attention to Lennox's ongoing battle with the label, then you know it was only a matter of time before...Read more...

Can you believe it's been 30 years since one of the most iconic Black films hit the TV and movie theater screens? Friday" is a certified hood classic.Read more...

A Florida man is being dragged every which way on social media after his disturbing Facebook went viral. The disgusting comments were directed toward an innocent Black girl trying to sell some candy. Now, the man is paying for his words. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

Shannon Sharpe continues to find himself entangled in sex-related scandals, and the acts are becoming increasingly challenging to ignore. As previously reported by The Root, the NFL veteran is being sued for $50 million for alleged sexual abuse by his former girlfriend while they were in a two-year relationship. -...Read more...

Singer-songwriter-musician Bobby Womack grew up in Cleveland, Ohio singing with his five brothers. Starting as the gospel group the Womack Brothers, they eventually changed their name to the Valentinos and their sound to R&B. Under the mentorship of soul singer Sam Cooke, Womack and his brothers landed a record deal...Read more...

Just when you thought Kanye Ye" West couldn't shock you any more outrageous tweets, it seems the Donda" rapper had to get something else off his chest. But unlike his previous rants about anti-Semitism, Jay-Z and Beyonce or himself as a Nazi," West just revealed a tragic secret. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

Another order from President Donald Trump that seems to prove to some Americans he doesn't give a damn. At the top of this week, he announced the collection of federal student loans by pretty much any means necessary. All the folks who ain't vote for him are pissed.Read more...

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For the past week, talk about Ryan Coogler's Sinners" has taken over the internet as folks dissect everything from the soundtrack to what exactly is going on in that last scene. But the latest buzz has been all about the fashion and the colorful COOGI sweater Michael B. Jordan's character is seen wearing in the film.Read more...

If a fight is what the president wants, he's poking at the right bear! Much of the nation's powerful entities are complying with President Donald Trump's efforts to censure history, control teachings in schools and even deport university students. But Harvard University is taking a stand.Read more...

What year even is it?! Kanye West is back in headlines, but this time, the Chicago rapper is being dragged back into mess from 2021. Does anyone remember when rumors were swirling over him allegedly having an affair with a huge name in the makeup industry? Well if not, here's the tea.Read more...

The young, talented actress Storm Reid enjoys showing her playful, bubbly personality with her social media followers. However, don't get it twisted - she has no issues firing back comments if you try to come at her.Read more...

Years after being released from prison, Bill Cosby is still facing legal battles. The disgraced comedian and actor has been having money troubles, and now, he's been forced to sell off one of his two New York City townhouses.Read more...

Ohio police responded to a call about a report about a dispute between a man and his adult son. However, the caller gave a confession to a horrifying crime before the cops pulled up, and now, he's in major trouble.Read more...

The internet is in complete disbelief after learning what a Black soccer player did - or failed to do - while his wife and young daughter were being abducted. Around 3 a.m. on Wednesday (April 23), Ecuadorian player Jackson Rodriguez's wife, Andrexy Karelis, and their 5-year-old child were kidnapped when men broke...Read more...

Georgia authorities are on the hunt for a caregiver who's facing serious charges following a shopping spree. Nah, they're not accusing her of shoplifting. The cops say her shopping haul came at the cost of a very vulnerable individual.Read more...

Things got ugly at a Louisiana hair salon when a stylist and a parent got into a heated altercation over a late fee that ended in an injury. And now the family of an 11-year-old girl is looking for justice as they say witnessing the whole thing go down left her traumatized.Read more...

Three teenagers assaulted a teacher at a DeKalb County high school, and it was all caught on camera. The video, which has since gone viral and sparked heated online debates, stemmed from a Tuesday (April 22) exchange between an employee and three students. It's unclear what exactly led up to the ordeal at Martin...Read more...

The basketball world is in shock after news that a top University of Southern California prospect was induced into a coma following a serious car crash. Alijah Arenas, who is also the son of former NBA player Gilbert Arenas, was the only person in his Tesla Cybertruck when the vehicle went up in flames.Read more...

The early 2000s marked a golden era for Black child stars on television, with many captivating audiences through their talent and charisma. These young actors not only entertained but also broke barriers, paving the way for greater representation in children's television. As they've matured, their careers have taken...Read more...

It's been a rough week for sports commentator Shannon Sharpe. As the sexual assault lawsuit against him continues to break the internet, there's one aspect of the legal case that has many Black folks weary about throwing Sharpe their support.Read more...

We all know the Earth is round, right? Well, according to some of the biggest names in the industry, not so much. It's a debate as old as the world itself: Is Earth really round, or is it flat? And although plenty of scientists have shared evidence of the planet as a globe, some folks simply don't believe it.Read more...

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With 22 GRAMMYs, six Billboard Hot 100 number one tracks, and a Pulitzer Prize to his name, Kendrick Lamar keeps showing us that when it comes to rappers, he is in a class by himself.Read more...

NBA Hall of Fame star Dwayne Wade said there was only one person he could bring into the hospital room when he emerged from surgery while battling kidney cancer back in 2023. Surprisingly, his choice was not his wife, actress Gabrielle Union. Instead, it was someone who's known him his entire life.Read more...

If you know anything about attorney, legal analyst and Real Housewives of Atlanta" alum Phaedra Parks, you know she is no stranger to the camera, making a career out of speaking her mind in public. Well, this time, Parks took a backseat to a handsome young man whom she let steal the show in an interview.Read more...

Since making his big screen debut in 1991's Boyz N the Hood," Morris Chestnut has been certifiably fine. And while we would never diminish the talent of the actor who has blessed us with memorable performances on the big and small screens, including The Best Man" series and Reasonable Doubt," we have to admit it...Read more...

A wellness check for a woman who went rogue for almost two months turned into a horrifying discovery for Connecticut police.However, the findings of the woman's remains are nearly just as disturbing as the suspect they arrested in connection to her killing.Read more...

Shannon Sharpe was slammed with a $50 million civil lawsuit earlier this week. The accuser, a white woman who was 19 at the time she met Sharpe in 2023, claims the pair had a nearly two-year relationship in a legal filing, when Sharpe allegedly raped her. Sharpe maintains his innocence, calling the suit a total...Read more...

Fox News is at it again. On Wednesday, Whoopi Goldberg, host and moderator of The View," gave her thoughts about one of the Trump administration's reported plans to address declining birth rates in this country, and some hosts on the cable news network were not happy about what she said.

The Bible calls marriage a sacred covenant between a husband and wife. You can look to the seventh commandment, Thou shalt not commit adultery," to find what the Good Book has to say about being faithful to your partner. But for one Arizona couple, fidelity was never a factor and now they are sharing their story on...Read more...

Sinners" is a critical sensation, but more importantly, it's on the path tofinancial success for Warner Bros. That means writer/director Ryan Coogler will get the chance few Black filmmakers get: the opportunity to create an extended cinematic universe.Read more...

If you've ever wanted to live life like rappers do, then you just might have a chance thanks to the recent real estate news from Kid Cudi.Read more...

A woman visiting Dallas told the cops she was randomly ambushed by a homeless man. The incident itself was shocking but the alleged motive behind the ambush was even more startling.Read more...

Last week, a Georgia family suffered the loss of their matriarch. Though her manner of death was due to natural causes, family members suspect it can also be attributed to another heartbreaking loss that is still under investigation.Read more...

You can always count on Michelle Obama to keep it real, especially when she speaks out on topics close to her heart. On her trending podcast IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson," the former First Lady opened up about a deeply personal reason behind her absence from this year's presidential inauguration - a...Read more...

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Candace Owens has always been an avid supporter of Donald Trump. The far-right commentator religiously stands ten-toes down for his administration and often dominates headlines for her dangerous rhetoric, including blaming George Floyd for his own death, labeling Black Lives Matter a terrorist" organization, and...Read more...

Lizzo is a true champion for embracing body positivity and celebrating her beautiful curves. Since 2023, the singer has lost 16% of her body fat and is finally opening up about her journey to getting there.Read more...

It's a tale we've all heard before in the music industry: an up and coming artist gets a feature from one of the biggest musicians in the world which instantly catapults their career to higher heights. But in the sad case of California rapper Dody6, a co-sign from one of the best rappers alive, Kendrick Lamar, didn't...Read more...

As a working mother who is running successful cosmetics and fashion companies (while hopefully working on some new music for us), you can understand why billionaire beauty Rihanna might like to unwind with a drink every now and then. But what you may not know is that your girl likes to take her drink (and the glass it...Read more...

Among the many noteworthy things about Ryan Coogler's Sinners" is the revelation of Miles Caton, who plays the role of Sammie, the film's narrative and emotional anchor. Considering how Caton holds up in scenes with Michael B. Jordan and the great Delroy Lindo, folks have been pleasantly shocked that the film is...Read more...

It looks like the GOP is still reeling over Texas Rep. Al Green's demonstration against President Donald Trump. And in latest news, one Tennessee republican is catching heat after her recent remarks about the 77-year-old congressman took a racial turn.Read more...

A Black man has been stranded behind bars in North Carolina amidst the agonizing process of getting in front of a judge to plead his innocence. The accusations..? He's facing a laundry list of charges filed by a woman he claims has been using her power to make sure he stays in jail.Read more...

Shannon Sharpe was hit with a $50 million dollar civil lawsuit from a woman claiming he raped her, physically abused her, and even threatened to kill her. The woman, listed in court documents as Jane Doe, also accused Sharpe of using physical force on her and inflicting emotional distress. Not long after the bombshell...Read more...

Tina Knowles isn't holding anything back in her new memoir Matriarch: A Memoir." The book, which was included in Oprah's Book Club, details grief and tragedy, creative and romantic risks and turmoil, the nurturing of superstar offspring and of her own special gifts," in addition to what led to her divorce from...Read more...

Vogue definitely blessed the fashion-obsessed with this year's Met Gala issue. First, they gave us not one, but four covers featuring some of the most influential Black male style stars in the game. And it only gets better when you get into the pages, with impeccably styled pics of beautiful Black people, including...Read more...