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A family and a school community are mourning the loss of an Atlanta-area high school volleyball player who collapsed during practice, and they are questioning whether or not a faster response from an ambulance could have saved the young girl's life.

Given the shocking lawsuit accusing both Shawn Carter, better known as Jay-Z, and Sean Diddy" Combs, of raping a 13-year-old girl, folks have been wondering just how close the two were or how they even came to be colleagues over the years.Read more...

It may appear like conservative wypipo have lost their minds since Trump was elected in November, but, if we are being honest, they ain't been right in the head since 2016.Read more...

Harold and Thelma Swain were shot and killed at their Georgia church in 1985, but although DNA evidence and witnesses put their killer at the scene of the crime, the double murders went unsolved for almost 40 years.

At some point in our lives, we've probably all imagined starring in some version of a real-life Coming to America story that ends with us leaving our ordinary, lives in the United States behind to become African royalty.

Tina Knowles, mother to Beyonce and Solange Knowles, is no stranger to making waves on social media. But her latest move has got unfortunately got folks talking and not in the best way. I'll explain.Read more...

Luigi Mangione, the man suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan onDec. 4, faces five charges in New York, including murder. The grandson of a real estate developer, Mangione, 26, comes from a wealthy family, is an Ivy League graduate and was the valedictorian of his ritzy Baltimore prep...Read more...

While the green skin of Cynthia Erivo's character Elphaba in Wicked" comes as a shock to many in the land of Oz, her waist length micro braids were a pleasant surprise to viewers watching-and a deliberate choice.Read more...

During the promotional tour for his new memoir, Growing Up Urkel," Jaleel White has discussed the legacy of Family Matters" and his character, Steve Urkel. He doesn't think the 90s ABC comedy gets the respect it deserves, an opinion he once again explained in a conversation with the Wilmington Library.Read more...

The family of a teenage boy shot by Akron Oh. police the night of Thanksgiving are demanding answers. Though the footage from the incident was released, it only made the details of what happened more confusing - even to the mayor.Read more...

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He may not be throwing punches in the ring himself anymore, but Floyd Money" Mayweather, Jr. is always making moves. Lately, it seems like most of the boxer-turned-promoter's big deals are happening in the real estate game.Read more...

Chris Rock's latest stand-up show did not go as planned, as the comedian was forced to storm out of a billionaire's Christmas party after making a controversial joke.Read more...

As much as we enjoy Christmas classics like Elf," Home Alone" and It's a Wonderful Life," we don't need to see them four million times between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It would be great if we could mix in some Black holiday stories throughout the season. Queen Latifah, Ludacris, Loretta Devine, Eddie Murphy and...Read more...

Everyone and their mother (and of course, 50 Cent) is talking about rapper Shawn Jay-Z" Carter amidst the bombshell rape lawsuit. Not only are folks stunned by the allegations, but they're reeling over what this might mean for the Roc Nation-produced Super Bowl Halftime Show.Read more...

A Black Kansas City man is suing a bank for their alleged response to him attempting to do a very basic task - a responses he says was entirely driven by his race.Read more...

When Shawn Jay-Z" Carter was first accused of raping a 13-year-old girl alongside Sean Diddy" Combs, the Roc Nation founder made it clear he plans to fight these horrific allegations and the lawyer in charge of it all, Tony Buzbee.Read more...

If you were Blue Ivy Carter and you knew your dad Jay-Z was currently embroiled in some legal drama, would you want him showing up to one of your biggest career moments and possibly hindering your shine?Read more...

You finally have a little extra time on your hands and you want to watch something new. But the choices on the home screen of your favorite streaming service are overwhelming. We've got an easy fix to save you from that endless scrolling headache. Our hidden gems let you know which series and movie you need to check...Read more...

After years of suffering due to a home repair scam that cost them their savings, Atlanta couple Dorothy and George Williams are preparing for a happy holiday season in their newly renovated home - thanks to help from a very famous angel.

In April 2023, Jamie Foxx was rushed to an Atlanta hospital with a medical complication." News leaked that this was a serious, life-threatening emergency, which had fans praying for his recovery. His family kept things private, which led to endless internet conspiracies about the Ray" star's health. Now, the Oscar...Read more...

The passing of the beloved Nikki Giovanni has stunned the Black community everywhere, and in response, people are sharing the best moments from the writer's long and successful career.Read more...

When it comes to looking better in Hollywood, almost nothing is off limits. Whether that means weight loss drugs like Ozempic taking over or scheduling a visit to the best plastic surgeon in town-there's nothing celebs won't do to ensure they stay looking snatched.Read more...

A Black man whose 1992 murder conviction was overturned in 2017 was convicted of third-degree murder last week. The victim was 38-year-old Akeem Edwards, who was killed last year.Read more...

Where do we go from here? That's a question I've been asking a lot lately as, from trying to redefine what it means to be an American to pushing their plan to cut healthcare for our veterans, the priorities of President-Elect Donald Trump and the MAGA GOP have come into sharp relief. From the looks of it, they don't...Read more...

Remember that white subway passenger who placed a Black passenger in a chokehold which led to his death last year in New York City?Read more...

In response to the lawsuit brought against him and rapper Sean Diddy" Combs, Jay-Z said the attorney made a terrible error in judgement" thinking all celebrities were the same. Though he was referencing integrity and honor, it's safe to say he also meant power.Read more...

Just when we thought we reached the end of Katt Wiliams' year of controversy, a recent interview with Cedric the Entertainer, has reignited fans' reactions to the two comedians' beef.Read more...

It's no secret that Black actors here in America are some of the best artists onstage and onscreen, but we can't sleep on our melanated brothers and sisters from across the pond in England who are taking over the scene too.Read more...

Last month, Utah authorities arrested a small group of young men on alleged theft charges. However, one of those men was just identified as Master P's son, and what he's alleged of stealing will make you SMH.Read more...

The nation was shocked when 17-year-old Jordan Turpin escaped her family's California home in 2018 and reported her parents for horrific abuse. Six years later, Oprah Winfrey just revealed a surprising update on the lives of the Turpin children involving the one and only Tyler Perry.

The fallout from Andrew Schulz's wild joke about rapper Kendrick Lamar continues. Last week, Schulz heard a lot from Black Twitter, who had plenty to say about Schulz's comments. Now, even some celebrities and public figures are taking to social media to callout his shocking remarks.

Celebrity plastic surgery is always a tricky subject. Some stars are open and upfront about what procedures they've had, while others will deny it until their last breath. When it comes to another person's appearance, it's not up to anyone else to speculate on someone's choices, but that tends to get lost in the...Read more...

Raven-Symone is getting all the way real about the body struggles she endured as a child star and the shocking decision she made years ago because of it.Read more...

Up until now, Shawn Jay-Z" Carter has managed to keep his nose clean of any Diddy drama. But now, he's been named in the most recent civil lawsuit against his long-time friend, Sean Diddy" Combs. The Root previously reported that the founder of Roc Nation responded to allegations claiming he participated in the rape...Read more...

On Sunday (Dec. 8), rapper and business mogul Jay-Z (real name Shawn Carter) was accused in a lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 alongside Sean Diddy" Combs.Read more...

The Root 100 returned bigger and better than ever on Thursday evening. Once again taking over the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem, the brightest stars descended upon the iconic space to celebrate the year's most influential Black Americans in music, politics, sports, activism, and more. Here are the best moments...Read more...

As 2024 comes to an end, Hollywood is gearing up for the marathon run that is awards season. On Monday, the nominees for the 82nd Golden Globes were announced, and some of our favorite Black stars were recognized.Read more...

If you haven't heard, Shawn Carter, known as Jay-Z, was accused, along with Sean Diddy" Combs, of raping a 13-year-old girl over 20 years ago, in a lawsuit that was refiled on Sunday. News of the lawsuit hit the internet on Sunday evening, with many running to social media to break down the shocking allegations...Read more...

Oh Boy, this is ugly. Jay-Z has responded to being accused of sexually assaulting a child along with disgraced musician and rapper Sean Diddy" Combs. The accusations came in a lawsuit on Sunday and since then all hell broke loose. You've been warned: Buckle up.

Instead of decorating a 9-foot tall pine tree with the family or splurging on the latest designer clothes for gifts, Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean Diddy" Combs is expected to spend Christmas behind bars awaiting prosecution on federal sex crime charges.Read more...

The response to UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson being shot and killed in Manhattan last week has been...interesting, to say the least. Dude, whose identity remains unknown and is probably somewhere cooling in Istanbul while the Feds and everyone else continue searching for him, has turned into a something of a pop...Read more...

As Wicked," starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, continues to fly to the top of the box office, there's a lot of positive chatter about the film and their respective characters. But there's one element of their dynamic that keeps getting overlooked that it's time for us to talk about. - Shanelle GenaiRead more...

NFL legend Randy Moss has quietly been battling health issues and as a result, he'll be stepping away from his role as co-host of ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown" for an extended period.Read more...

Instead of decorating a 9-foot tall pine tree with the family or splurging on the latest designer clothes for gifts, Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean Diddy" Combs is expected to spend Christmas behind bars awaiting prosecution on federal sex crime charges. - Kalyn WomackRead more...

After a year of waiting to see what would happen to the white man who put a Black man in a fatal chokehold on the New York subway, the jury finally came back with a verdict but, not the one folks were expecting.Read more...

In The Six Triple Eight," Kerry Washington stars and executive produces a film that tells a little known story about Black women during World War II-and per the veteran actress it's a film that's sure to make Black women everywhere feel loved and appreciatedRead more...

Some of our posts include links to retailers. If you buy something from clicking on one, G/O Media may earn a commission. Because editorial staff is independent of commerce, affiliate linking does not influence our editorial content.There was no shortage of Black Excellence on display Thursday night at the Apollo Theater in New York City. The 2024 Root 100 brought out the most influential Black stars from music, TV, film, politics, food and culture. Roy Wood Jr. hosted the big event, which featured powerful performances from Andra Day and Ledisi....Read more...

The world seemed to forget about the woman whose horrfiying interaction with the police led to a national conversation around Haitian migrants after a racist rumor brigade began. Now, we finally know how that case ended. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

Just weeks before President Joe Biden leaves the White House, he's using his presidential power to do something he once promised he wouldn't do: Look out for his kid, Hunter Biden. Of course, Black Twitter has a thing or three to say about the move. - Candace McDuffie Read MoreRead more...