The Root

Broadway's upcoming season is shaping up to be one of its most star-studded yet.Read more...

The Internet is Trolling Maga With These Funny Gavin Newsom memes!Read more...

Hall of Fame NFL Eric Dickerson says he knows why teams passed on Shedeur Sanders during draftRead more...

On the latest IRL Podcast, La La Anthony is candid about her ugly divorceRead more...

Professor Offers Survival Tips to Black Students at White Colleges During the Trump EraRead more...

Oscar-winning actress Regina King opens up about her son Ian's suicide, and shares an unusual way to remember him.Read more...

The South African singer made a splash in a big way with the release of her hit song "Water" in summer 2023. But she's since hit a snag thanks to a past interview.Read more...

From 1970s comedy nostalgia to historical fantasy thrillers, these "white shows" kept us talking on our social media. Let's take a look back at some of our favorites.Read more...

Angela Bassett, Gunna, Lizzo and more are some of the stars who have fitness routines that you definitely need to know about!Read more...

We're breaking down which Black TV shows are available to watch this fall, from "Abbott Elementary" to new shows like "The Rise and Fall of Reffie Dinkins."Read more...

Were we wrong about Jussie? A new documentary on Netflix suggests we may have dismissed him too quickly.Read more...

From 'Glory,' to 'Get Out,' here are a handful of little known facts about some of our most beloved Black films! Let's get into it!Read more...

Father sees daughter having a mental breakdown on social media and eloquently calls out the person who posted the videoRead more...

From Kyle Rittenhouse to the case Rodney King, these often fatal exchanges between white and Black people are bound to shock your spirit.Read more...

According to historians, Mansa Musa, an African man, possessed more wealth than any other individual on Earth.Read more...

Kingston and his mother were facing some serious, federal wire fraud accusations and now, a ruling has finally been handed down.Read more...

From Harriet Tubman's shawl to the writings of James Baldwin, these five Black history artifacts can only be found at the Smithsonian.Read more...

Justine Lindsay made history as the first transgender cheerleader in the NFL. Now, she's walking away from it all.Read more...

This latest TikTok viral trend has Black Americans meeting Their Scottish CousinsRead more...

During a recent stand-up comedy show, Tony Rock told a heckler exactly who he is... and who he isn't, in a fiery clap back.Read more...

From Tom Jones to Amy Winehouse, these 16 white singers deserve their flowers for giving us amazing hits over the years.Read more...

A little known fact about Eve's past dating life is now making headlines. And trust us... this was news we didn't expect.Read more...

Williams has been making headlines lately for her significant weight loss transformation. And now she's opening up about it!Read more...

Malik Taylor, a beloved influencer and school teacher, died on Wednesday, August 20. He was 28.Read more...

After saying he regrets voting for Kamala Harris, Stephen A. Smith is back defending Donald Trump, and Black Twitter is not happy.Read more...

Cracker Barrel took a financial hit following the outrage that has come with their rebrand.Read more...

On the final day of a Carnival Cruise headed to Miami, one security guard can be seen fleeing from the brawl to grab his radio.Read more...

Things between Amos' children have been messy for years prior to his death. But this latest update might be the biggest blow yet!Read more...

Dr. Umar and Amanda Seales can both be frustrating, but Why Is Black America Harder on Seales?Read more...

A 18-year-old visiting family turned up missing under questionable circumstances. Days later, police made a shocking discovery.Read more...

CeeLo Green may not be a name you've thought of in a minute, but that doesn't mean he didn't make a big musical impact. Let's get into it!Read more...

Zaquan Shaquez Jamison turned himself in following a deadly mass shooting, but what he told the judge next is raising side eyes.Read more...

The Old Town Road" rapper was reportedly hospitalized after he was captured on video wandering along the streets of Ventura Blvd at 4 a.m. Thursday morning.Read more...

If Atlanta rapper Future is looking for validation after dyeing his hair a new color, then he definitely shouldn't log into X!Read more...

A Jane Doe sued Jimmie Allen for sexual assault after he allegedly filmed their sexual encounter in 2022 without her consent in a Vegas hotel.Read more...

Lanez is still serving out his 10 year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. But he's not backing down from getting an early release or trial reversal altogether.Read more...

Some of the best underrated Black TV shows to check out that you may not have heard of.Read more...

After Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics citing "RIGGED" statistics, economists fear he's willing to do anything in order to control public opinion.Read more...

You'll need $12.99 a month for tennis player's Sachia Vickery's OnlyFans, but you'll need a deposit for her time because she "no longer dates for free."Read more...

While fans may still be upset at Wendy Williams recent health news, her lawyer Joe Tacopina isn't buying it. And now he's speaking out about it!Read more...

With Its Eyes on Trump's Midterm Defeat, The NAACP town halls are scheduled for Texas, New York, California, North Carolina, Arizona, Wisconsin, Ohio and Maryland.Read more...

Troy Dugas is supposed to serve five years in prison for assaulting a family member, but a costly error allowed him freedom instead.Read more...

Analysts say the stakes are high, and too many communities-especially Black and marginalized ones-could feel the heat from the chaos first.Read more...

No two children are the same, and Barack Obama had some difficulty understanding that with his daughters, Malia and Sasha.Read more...

An unprovoked confrontation over "stolen valor" led to 68-year-old Harold Powell Sr., a disabled Black Navy veteran, thankful to be alive.Read more...

Decades after Purple Rain, Kotero is back to defend her legacy against Prince's estate heirs.Read more...

Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day in September, we're taking a closer look at 15 amazing celebs from TWitch to Don Cornelius, who's suicides sent the world into mourning.Read more...

It seems people struggle to hear Seales and her powerful words for one glaring reason.Read more...

Mo'Nique hasn't let her foot off the gas when it comes to her issues with Tyler Perry.But now, we know exactly what she's really after!Read more...