The Root

Thanks to a new interview, rapper Jim Jones has become the talk of the social media streets. But you'll never guess why!Read more...

Ray J's candid Instagram update draws prayer, questions and a wave of advice as he faces a serious health challenge.Read more...

On the 10th anniversary of "Anti," we're looking at little known facts and the meaning behind Rihanna's last album.Read more...

After prosecutors say a 25-year-old Mississippi man wanted to keep his gay sexual relationship a secret, he murdered his lover in cold blood.Read more...

Teyana Taylor, Damson Idris and Tyla were among the Black stars who have been spotted out and about during Paris Fashion Week.Read more...

Cheyenne Hangaman is mourning the loss of three of her sons who died after falling through a frozen pond.Read more...

Authorities are investigating an attack against Minn. Rep. Ilhan Omar after she was sprayed with a mystery liquid during a town hall.Read more...

Coco Gauff won't be advancing in the Australian Open, but she's still sparking an important conversation anyway!Read more...

A new documentary exploring America's Next Top Model" and its sad underbelly is dropping soon. Let's take a look back on some of the show's most controversial moments!Read more...

After the killing of Alex Pretti, Trump is reevaluating every aspect of his highly criticized ICE operation in Minneapolis.Read more...

A disability rights advocate is facing scrutiny after viral video shows him spewing racist language at a Black employee.Read more...

OPINION: Trump's ICE-led mass incarceration efforts are just the latest face of fascism that stains America's history books. Here's how we fight back.Read more...

Forget pinks and reds...Black women on TikTok are loving yellow blush! Here's what you need to know!Read more...

Oscars voters are sharing the real reasoning behind why "Wicked: For Good" didn't get any nominations this year. And they didn't mince words!Read more...

Weeks after he assumed office as a Detroit police commissioner, Darius Morris is being called to resign after his past came back to haunt him.Read more...

Cardi B is excited, like most fans, about the upcoming Super Bowl and the Patriots being a contender. But her video celebrating is getting met with backlash!Read more...

After being evicted from her home, Rhea Holmes slept at her husband's gravesite for months until a police officer stepped in to help.Read more...

Take a look at Minneapolis through the eyes of photographers and demonstrators on the ground.Read more...

A Maine's father first solo playdate with his 12-week-old infant Lyla Samuels ended in tragedy two weeks ago. Now, he's facing murder charges.Read more...

TikToker Khaby Lame just secured a $900m E-Commerce deal. Here's how he did it.Read more...

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, as well as Sir Ben Kingsley and show co-creator Destin Daniel Cretton spoke to The Root about Marvel's new show, 'Wonder Man.'Read more...

In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo were the hottest producing duo in music, now, the childhood friends are at odds.Read more...

'Sinners' director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan are sharing some little-known facts about the fictitious Smokestack Twins. You'll want to hear this!Read more...

MAGA supporters often bring up Obama's "Deporter-in-Chief" legacy to defend Trump's mass deportation scheme. Here's why it's not that simple.Read more...

Ronn Easton is going viral for showing up to anti-ICE protests in Minnesota dressed in a fur coat... But his personal story is far more compelling.Read more...

15 little-known facts about the revolutionary Angela Davis, who turned the fight against repression into a global movement.Read more...

Streamer iShowSpeed recently concluded his Africa tour. And while one moment is going viral, it shouldn't overshadow the bigger picture of what he's trying to do. Let's talk about it!Read more...

A night of celebrating at Sundance for history-making Democrat Maxwell Frost turned into a nightmare when he was reportedly punched in a racist attack.Read more...

In July 1968, the world met Franklin, the first Black character in a mainstream comic strip. We're looking at the letter that inspired the creation of the Peanuts character.Read more...

Days before a historic winter storm took over half of the country, Trump issued a clear warning to FEMA to avoid one very taboo word...Read more...

The Root speaks to experts on how Trump's tense relationship with American media has worked in his favor... for now.Read more...

Ye, fka Kanye West appears to have finally seen the error of his ways, but folks online aren't being so quick to believe him.Read more...

Removing a park exhibit honoring George Washington's slaves doesn't make him more venerable, it makes whitewashing history more obvious.Read more...

Georgia lawmakers hope to become the first state with an official wing flavor with new legislation.Read more...

Victor "Kandy Red Bread" Paillet is being held without bond after his ex-girlfriend allegedly found a video of him doing the unthinkable to her toddler.Read more...

Boris Kodjoe, Danielle Brooks and Wniola Abioro were among the Black stars who were dressed to impress at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.Read more...

The U.S. is headed for another government shutdown as Democrats protest Trump and ICE shooting Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.Read more...

Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell's next movie will be 'Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein'Read more...

Residents, officials and social media users are warning ICE after rumors that federal agents may target Philly, with viral reactions, protests and public statements signaling the city won't back down.Read more...

ICE agents are conducting their own experiment in Minneapolis, pushing the gray areas of the law as far as they can.Read more...

A 37-year-old ICU nurse was the victim of a deadly shooting while recording ICE protests in Minneapolis.Read more...

In Celebration of Carter's Oscar nomination, here's a list of 13 of the most iconic film and TV costumes by Black costume designers.Read more...

When ICE agents allegedly begins to use children as leverage, the debate is no longer about policy. It is about humanity.Read more...

As the Mrs. Roper trend takes over TikTok, we're here to make sure your muumuu game is tight.Read more...

We're checking out some of the best fashion on display in the City of Lights during Paris Fashion Week.Read more...

Delroy Lindo's "Sinners" performance was astounding! But with 40 films under his belt at 73 years old, he's just now receiving his FIRST Oscar nomination.Read more...

Sundance Film Festival is officially underway and that means, so is our list of Black-leading or centric films you might want to keep an eye out for in 2026!Read more...

Some fathers passed down their athletic genes to their children, and some of their sons were SO good, they enjoyed even more success than their dad!Read more...

From the 1984 scandal that threatened to ruin her career to her iconic roles on stage and screen, we're looking at the story of multi-talented icon Vanessa Williams.Read more...

By skipping the final "Queer Eye" press run, Karamo Brown taught viewers a valuable lesson about standing up to mistreatment in white-led spaces.Read more...