Disgraced actor Bill Cosby is back in the headlines- and what he's got to say this time around about his sexual assault case will no doubt surprise you!Read more...

Last weekend, Garcelle Beauvais was the victim of police surrounding her home. Now, she's speaking about the terrifying experience.Read more...

50 Cent may have issues with Sean 'Didd' Combs, but that doesn't mean his beef with his son Christian 'King' Combs doesn't matter either. And now, things have amped up!Read more...

Black TikTokers are not happy with recent glitches on the app since the roll-out of a new TikTok U.S. venture.Read more...

Trump has mastered using artificial intelligence to troll and target his enemies... but the potential consequences are much more brutal.Read more...

After praising President Trump and calling out his critics, Nicki Minaj sent social media into a dumpster fired over her MAGA support.Read more...

Jayla Cunningham posted herself dragging her teen client who allegedly ran off without paying. Now, she learned her fate after assault charges.Read more...

Devon Franklin candidly opens up about the moment he knew he would divorce ex-wife Meagan Good and what it was like dating afterwards. But it's not getting all that well-received by some folks!Read more...

The Root spoke exclusively with Dr. Kaytura Felix about the risk factors related to preeclampsia and how we support healthy pregnancies for Black mothers.Read more...

OPINION: Many have blamed Christianity on the motivations of far-right wing Americans. But there's a specific brand of Christianity that drives much of this strife.Read more...

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...