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Rev. Dr. William J. Barber explains how Jackson's historic presidential runs were victories for democracy.Read more...

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CNN political contributor Bakari Sellers shared his thoughts on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson exclusively with The Root.Read more...

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Sherrone Moore could have charges dropped if judge finds out his due process was violated. Court hearing scheduled for March 2.Read more...

The East Coast winter storm has TikTok influencer Nara Smith doing a major renovation project on her home.Read more...

Whoopi Goldberg isn't here for any potential links between her and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. And now she's providing some much needed clarity!Read more...

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...

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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...

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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...

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

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

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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...

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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...

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