The Root

Conceived to save their brother's life, ex-NBA star Carlos Boozer's twins Cameron and Cayden are living proof that some wins don't show up on a scoreboard.Read more...

Kerry Washington is usually private about her marriage to former NFL-star and actor Nnamdu Asomugha. But now she's opening up like never before!Read more...

After being laid off in 2025, Brandy Walker is launching a one-year sabbatical for all Black women to join!Read more...

Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly targeting Army officials who-- according to his standards-- fit under DEI.Read more...

From Zendaya to Tyler Perry, Black stars are coming in hot with new movies in 2026. Let's take a look!Read more...

A Mississippi mother died after she was savagely mauled by a pack of dogs. Now, her family is demanding justice because her attackers are still alive.Read more...

Veteran actor Omar Gooding sent a message to his fans following a shocking ordeal.Read more...

We love PATTERN Beauty, so we couldn't wait to check out the inside of the West Hollywood office space where Tracee Ellis Ross' products are made!Read more...

Comedian Nick Cannon is the latest celeb to pledge support for President Trump, but he's not the only Black star under fire for MAGA ties.Read more...

Druski's "white conservative women" skit had the timeline in a frenzy-then that photo of him and an older white man dropped.Read more...

Rev. Barber: We have to start teaching people that when we talk about politics, there is not an aspect of your life-from your birth to your death-that is not impacted.Read more...

As Tiger Woods prepares to deal with both the public and legal ramifications of his latest DUI arrest, his friends are speaking out about the unfortunate turn of events!Read more...

They say April showers bring May flowers, but in 2026, the first month of spring also promises to bring an amazing list of books by Black authors.Read more...

A Black nurse explains what happened in the moments after the LaGuardia plane crash which killed two pilots.Read more...

Brandy Norwood is detailing her last moments with Whitney Houston before her shocking death in 2012.Read more...

Inside the dangerous relationship trend you've never heard of: Alpine divorces, where men desert their partners on hikes to break up.Read more...

A top-ranked boxer and a star student, Morehouse junior Chad Pitts is changing the narrative about what a Morehouse man can be.Read more...

Opinion: A rollover crash adds to a troubling pattern and raises a bigger question about risk, control, and why some Black stars still insist on driving themselvesRead more...

Dr. LaNail R. Plummer, CEO of Onyx Therapy Group, explains how job loss can trigger anxiety, depression, and trauma among Black women.Read more...

From John Wayne to Doris Day, these 15 Hollywood stars have been accused of being racist.Read more...

Legendary golfer Tiger Woods was just involved in a rollover crash in Florida almost five years after a previous car accident almost cost his life.Read more...

Kerry Washington, Chase Infiniti and more are starring in hot new shows that you need to tap into right now!Read more...

A Latino TikToker just said the quiet part out loud, explaining how Hispanics are indeed racist towards Black people and exactly how they do it in front of you.Read more...

Howard University has just announced a new Cardi B-inspired Hip Hop course for students, and we have the tea!Read more...

'Coming to America' may be a beloved cult classic now, but according to star Arsenio Hall, it almost didn't see the light of day. Now we know what turned things around!Read more...

Druski is not avoiding controversy. He just understands the culture well enough to get it right and build an audience of millions.Read more...

Former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay speaks out on the current season's major scandal. Let's break it down.Read more...

The best Black fashion we saw at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.Read more...

Texas businesses owned by women and people of color just filed a landmark lawsuit against the State.Read more...

In celebration of Mariah Carey's 56th birthday, let's take a peek inside the many homes she's owned over the years!Read more...

In a time when the world feels split, white allies seem nil, and America still refuses to vote slavery as its greatest crime, a new generation is rediscovering John Brown, the white man who gave his life for Black liberation.Read more...

Despite historic gains in degrees and entrepreneurship, nearly 600,000 Black women were economically sidelined" in 2025 alone, according to Fortune. Credentials and hard work have not shielded them from glaring pay gaps, bias or stalled advancement.Read more...

If you're not caught up with the latest beef between Trump and Letitia James, don't worry. We have you covered with everything to know since 2022.Read more...

The highly-anticipated Michael Jackson movie hits theaters April 24. Let's take a look at who's portraying the famous faces!Read more...

A new study shows that the HBCU experience may actually be connected to a lifetime of well-being.Read more...

The Root is taking a closer look into the Ku Klux Klan, one of the most notorious terrorist organizations of all time.Read more...

New details from Rihanna are emerging about her unfortunate home shooting from Let's get into it.Read more...

Fan-favorite comedian Druski transforms into a satirical Christian conservative" character, sparking millions of views and a heated online debate.Read more...

As 'The Boss' turns another year older, we thought it'd be fitting to revel in the fabulous fashions of the legendary singer over the years. Let's take a look!Read more...

After stumbling across Jill Scott's family photos in Goodwill, one TikToker user has returned the precious memories back to the singer.Read more...

After a recent study revealed a link between attending an HBCU and cognitive wellness, we're schooling you on all there is to love about Black colleges!Read more...

The divorce settlement details between 'RHOA' star Kandi Burruss and ex Todd Tucker have been released. Let's take a look!Read more...

Professor: It gave us everything we needed in 2020 and nothing we need now.Read more...

Serena Williams has unfortunately reignited more talks of potential skin bleaching thank to new posts on social media. And folks online are not happy!Read more...

While many know NBA star Lamar Odom for his famous relationship with Khloe Kardashian, his teenage sweetheart is finally opening up about their dynamic.Read more...

"Verzuz" is back, y'all! From "Sweet Lady" to "When We," Tank and Tyrese are bringing all their hits to the stage. We curated the best playlist to get you ready to sing and slow dance for the show.Read more...

Black folks are pissed after Zohran Mamdani's wife's old tweets resurfaced, painting her in a problematic light within the Black community.Read more...

From the C-suite to entrepreneurship, Black women have had a record-breaking rise in recent years, even as they battle an uneven playing field.Read more...

The "Circle of Life" chant is one of the most recognizable sounds in Disney movie history! But right now, it's the center of a $27 million legal war.Read more...

Reviews are mixed on whether maskless Black ICE agents are causing more harm than good in U.S. airports.Read more...