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Shay Taylor-Allen shared a now-viral clip of the moment she learned that she would do her medical residency at Yale Hospital -where she once worked as a janitor.Read more...

Usher and Justin Bieber allegedly got into a 'heated exchange' during an Oscars after-party. And now we've got insight into what really went down!Read more...

With Trump facing continuous protests, lawsuits and dissent within his own party, growing pressure could mean a disastrous ending for him.Read more...

In honor of what would have been her 84th birthday, check out the beautiful palace that the Queen of Soul called home!Read more...

Monica Cannon-Grant, named "Bostonian of the Year," stole donations and rental aid while illegally collecting unemployment as she organized BLM.Read more...

In a shocking turn of events, a Republican judge and DA both agreed a woman's arrest after taking abortion pills in Georgia was "problematic."Read more...

Today, 61 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous Alabama speech, "How Long, Not Long," reminding us that the arc of the moral universe bends only when we bend it.Read more...

Rapper Yung Miami, one half of the rap duo The City Girls, was romantically linked to Sean 'Diddy' Combs from 2021 to 2023.Read more...

While many are ecstatic over Michael B. Jordan's long-awaited Oscar win, Judge Joe Brown says it's not all it's cracked up to be.Read more...

Calif. AG Rob Bonta is investigating whether systemic racism impacted how emergency responders reacted to devastating Eaton wildfires.Read more...

The soulful singer, known for hits like "Living All Alone" and "You Know How to Love Me" died just days before her 46th birthday.Read more...

Don Lemon, who recently celebrated his 60th birthday with Rihanna, is opening up about the eerie connection he had to her home shooting.Read more...

'The Best Man' actress seeks court protection for her family following a two-year pattern of alleged harassment and a terrifying weekend encounter.Read more...

J. Cole said he was "disgusted" that the world turned on Drake during his beef against Kendrick Lamar.Read more...

The Genius of Ray Charles: How a Blind Artist Outmaneuvered the Industry and became a business gangsta.Read more...

Jay-Z doesn't speak much, but in a rare interview, he's finally sharing his thoughts about that shocking sexual assault lawsuit lobbed against him and Sean 'Diddy' Combs in 2024.Read more...

18 Phoenix protesters were arrested in 2020 and was falsely charged as gang members- and the badge-wearing culprits will not face consequences.Read more...

From Juilanna Stratton to Keisha Lance Bottoms, these women are looking to make history this upcoming midterm election season.Read more...

Now that Jay-Z has finally weighed in on the beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, let's take a look at even more iconic hip-hop beefs in history!Read more...

From rapper to billionaire, Hov has his hands in several industries which keep him on top.Read more...

After going viral in 2014 for his mugshot, Prison Bae Jeremy Meeks is explaining what it was like to go viral while in prison.Read more...

President Trump is pulling on the faith of Congress members as he pushes a new plan to pass the controversial SAVE Act.Read more...

The highly-anticipated Michael Jackson movie is set to hit theaters April 24. Here's some of the major music moments it's going to include, based off the trailers!Read more...

Uncle Luke isn't speculating. He's reporting what Black men have been saying for years. Just no one was listening.Read more...

British star Paapa Essidu is finally responding to the racist backlash he's received since signing on to portray this classic Harry Potter anti-hero.Read more...

Timothee Chalamet may think ballet is dead, but these Black women have used their talent and artistry to keep Alvin Ailey's commitment to the genre alive.Read more...

Kathleen Bradley and Claudia Jordan, two of the few Black models working on 'The Price Is Right' is spilling all the sordid details about their time working on the show!Read more...

Officers accused of faking court documents for the "no-knock" warrant leading to Breonna Taylor's killing have now received good news.Read more...

Meagan Good and Jonathan Major wed during a private ceremony in March 2025. And now we've got a look at their love-filled day!Read more...

Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 Hamptons arrest for driving while intoxicated, capturing his interactions with Sag Harbor police and fans' reactions online.Read more...

Now that Ryan Coogler's vampire epic 'Sinners' has officially won the 2026 Awards season, let's take a look at the next major moves for Michael B. Jordan and the cast!Read more...

Imagine coming home to strangers naked in your bed. That's what happened to one Chicago mom, whose nightmare was just getting started.Read more...

Exclusive: The Root caught up with Dr. Marian Rogers Croak, a trailblazer who leads Google's work in human-centered AI and machine learning.Read more...

Trump announced ICE agents will be stationed at airports across the country starting on March 23, and you can bet Black folks had plenty of thoughts.Read more...

After making allegations about her parent being a deadbeat and trolling him on social media, Doja Cat is now embroiled in a messy back and forth with her own father!Read more...

Sidney Dearing and his family became the first Black people to ever buy a home in Piedmont, Calif. Then, they were chased out within a year.Read more...

From Adina Howard's Freak Like Me" to Toni Braxton's "You're Making Me High" these women used bold lyrics, pleasure-centered storytelling, to reshape the way women claimed their power.Read more...

Nene Leakes in finally heading back to Bravo! And now, the 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' alum is sharing her feelings about it.Read more...

Usher was Justin Bieber's mentor early on in his career, but now it seems like the two may not be in good-standing with each other. Let's get into it!Read more...

Simone Ledward Boseman is getting candid in a new interview about the late, beloved actor Chadwick Boseman and his health journey.Read more...

Tammi Terrell deserved so much more than the tragic life she lived, marked by abuse from James Brown and a fatal illness that ultimately took her. This Women's History Month, and on the 56th anniversary of her passing, we share her heartbreaking story.Read more...

For Cherise Doyley and Brianna Bennett, the battle for bodily autonomy played out at their hospital bedsides, where virtual court hearings allowed judges to prioritize the perceived health of their unborn children over their right to refuse C-sections.Read more...

After nearly a decade since Jay-Z's last album, rumors about new music are circulating from fans gearing up for his first performance in years.Read more...

The Black-owned brand was cemented as the fastest growing whiskey company in the U.S. Now, the legacy is at risk.Read more...

From Jay-Z and Jill Scott-a lot our music faves are hitting the road for some amazing tours. Let's check out who and when!Read more...

Solange's only child Julez Smith is opening up about his sexuality and sparking some discourse online!Read more...

'Walker, Texas Ranger' star Chuck Norris' shocking death is sparking some interesting responses from Black folks online. We'll tell you why!Read more...

Fifty years prior to rumors of fascism circling President Trump, activist and philosopher Angela Davis made a spooky prediction about dictatorship in the U.S.Read more...

After Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler's Oscar wins last weekend, we're looking at more Black men who are leading in their respective fields.Read more...

Behind Max Robinson's tailored suits and deep voice, the first Black anchor was an intellect being bled dry by the very industry that called him a pioneer.Read more...