The Root

It was just another working day for AJ until he knocked on a white couple's front door and was met with unprompted, unbelievable racist attacks.Read more...

Check out Miss Winfrey's amazing portfolio of properties across the United States!Read more...

Richardson was placed in custody on Sunday for 19 hours following the alleged assault.Read more...

Neil deGrasse Tyson says you'll regrow organs and vacation in space by 2050 - lock in.Read more...

Kim Kardashian just added a face wrap to her Skims shapewear line, but is it actually effective or just more snake oil?Read more...

Blue and Rumi's grandfather just gave us some news that we definitely didn't see coming but it's music to our ears nonetheless. Let's get into it!Read more...

The "Fashion Killa" rapper is always wearing something that has everyone talking...including recently popping out in a pair of red Mary Janes.Read more...

As the days go by, leading up to Diddy's ultimate legal fate, King gave a long-awaited update on how the family's doing in the aftermath of his father's shocking verdict.Read more...

She's known for making music that makes us dance and wearing outfits that make us stop and take notice. But we're ready to see more of Cardi in the kitchen.Read more...

He maybe hip-hop's "pretty boy" but his cool persona and even cooler girlfriend still isn't enough to convince some folks on the internet that he's worth the hype.Read more...

The Black Eyed Peas' Will.I.Am had a hot take on who he thinks is a better MC than Jay Z.Read more...

Rick James, Aaron Hall and Snoop Dogg are just a few of the artists who made songs that made us dance (and blush) with some pretty explicit lyricsRead more...

Officials in the city of Owasso, Oklahoma are apologizing for a controversial Facebook post promoting a blood drive that residents say is no laughing matter.Read more...

As we previously told you, in April 2024, Drea shed light on her alleged physical and financially abusive marriage to her ex, R.Kelly.Read more...

Folks like Bobby Shmurda, Tay-K and King Von had the world in their hands... until they lost it all.Read more...

Just when it looked like Shannon Sharpe's week couldn't get any worse, it seems to have done just that.Read more...

Jemaine and Tiffany Thomas both pleaded guilty after police discovered their adopted son's body inside a top-load washing machine.Read more...

Diddy's team is arguing why this early 20th century law should be grounds for a new trial.Read more...

Mack Blackie spent 31 days behind bars, but It wasn't until a court hearing that the cops realized they had the wrong guy.Read more...

LaToya Bell married her Late husband's best friend, but the story is far more powerful Thank you might ThinkRead more...

From the Beverly Hils Hotel in Los Angeles to churches in Harlem, these Black architects often never received their just due... until now.Read more...

From Eddie Murphy to Oprah Winfrey, these 13 celebrity homes simply put the rest to shame!Read more...

ANTM cycle nine contestant Ambreal Williams revealed a secret that she and the other girls had while filming and it's arguably comical.Read more...

Rozay took their longstanding feud to a new low and social media is calling out the Maybach Music rapper.Read more...

OPINION: Let's talk about this single and childless" narrative, because there's so much more to unpack.Read more...

The driver has since deleted the viral video of a group of white men allegedly attacking him and his dog, but he's not done with them yet...Read more...

A white local resident confronted a Black Amazon driver making deliveries, then came the twist no one saw coming.Read more...

The media mogul's team released a statement saying that they were working with FEMA to ensure evacuees had a clear path to safetyRead more...

New Jersey Senator Corey Booker chastises fellow Democrats and states "we're willing to be complicit" to Donald TrumpRead more...

We should not be surprised that the President is considering pardoning the disgraced music mogul. He has done things like this before.Read more...

Over the last few years, things have been a bit more alarming than usual and it's time we take a look at what's going on with Ray J.Read more...

A Louisiana woman was arrested as authorities accuse her of pulling off a multi-year scheme to receive Medicaid benefits.Read more...

Beyond the laughter and viral moments, we explore Imani Vanzap's legacy, the silent struggles and where her journey has led her.Read more...

The ''Fast & Furious" star's regular appearance in the headlines begs the question of whether or not he's really got a handle on his personal and professional life.Read more...

Abdul Robinson Sr. added testifying against Hakeem Robinson was "the hardest decision I've ever made in my life" but "self love first, right?"Read more...

Skai isn't alone - here's a list of more Black stars and their bad boy lovers.Read more...

The humble beginnings from some of hip-hop's hottest stars just proves that it's not about how you start, it's about how you finish.Read more...

From the alleged lynching of a Black man to the rise of "whites-only" towns, Black people should keep their eyes wide open for racism going down.Read more...

Rep. Kweisi Mfume was one of six Congress members who traveled to a ICE facility. After being denied entry, the congressmen had some choice words...Read more...

The Texas Rep. said AOC and Bernie Sanders had a "good idea," but things get more complicated from there.Read more...

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is shockingly at the heart of King Charles' funeral plans, that were leaked by a British newspaper.Read more...

Oh my gosh - okay. Inappropriate, get them out of here, whoever it is," the commentator urged.Read more...

The popular fitness influencer, known for regularly calling others out, got called out himself recently. And the tea is piping hot!Read more...

"When we don't have a hate crime bill, it really sends the impression that it's not a priority for us," a civil rights group said. "It can have a very detrimental impact."Read more...

A quick trip to Kohl's ended in humiliation for one Black shopper.Read more...

A woman who lived across the street from a Family Dollar store in Kansas City said she tried to warn others that the building was dangerousRead more...

The beloved influencer turned personal style into purpose one blog post at a time.Read more...

The judge in Diddy's cases has denied bail multiple times, but now, Diddy's team has a new proposal.Read more...

Blind author and activist Sabrina Greenlee just showed off her fabulous custom walk-in closet and how she uses technology to make sure her outfit is always on point.Read more...