The Root

La-Kebbia Kiki" Wilson sued the city of Fresno after she became the subject of horrific discrimination from her supervisor.Read more...

Millions of Americans depend on USPS to receive medicines, cast mail in ballots and even pay bills. Now, that's all at risk.Read more...

Clips of a Tuskegee University coach handcuffed at Morehouse shocked the sports world; now, he's making a move that could change everything.Read more...

The "musician's musician," whose flawless harmonies offered the world a refuge, was privately enduring a horrifying descent into paranoid schizophrenia.Read more...

In honor of Spike Lee's birthday, let's take a look at a few fun facts about him and frequent collaborator Denzel Washington that you may not have heard about!Read more...

Gabrielle Henry, knowns as Miss Jamaica, suffered a frightening fall at the Miss Universe pageant in November 2025. And now we have major news on her condition.Read more...

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is letting it be known she's not here for Nicki Minaj's alleged spread of misinformation. Now, the Barbz are responding!Read more...

After Shyne and Ma$e reminisce about 90s romance on the "It Is What It Is" podcast, Brandy shuts down the rumors and distances herself from her brother's erratic behavior.Read more...

First, Southwest took away free checked bags and open seating. Now, Black women are speaking out on a new seating policy that allegedly causes more harm than good.Read more...

Iconic actress and activist Lena Horne's home in Queens is finally under contract to be sold. Let's take a look inside!Read more...

Black women were instrumental in the early stages of hip-hop and continue to make history today. We're looking at those who made their mark doing what they love.Read more...

Over 15 states penned a letter to Congress demanding they receive compensation following Trump's "illegal" tariffs.Read more...

A former Magic City dancer just gave her two cents amid ongoing fallout from the Hawks' collaboration with the popular strip club.Read more...

Kerry Washington and her 'Scandal' costar Tony Goldwyn are looking back at some of their steamiest moments. But there are some they've missed, let's take a look!Read more...

Go old-school with your spring cleaning for a house as clean as your grandma's.Read more...

A Georgia woman accused of swindling customers didn't even have a Preparer Tax Identification Number.Read more...

Prosecutors said Kenneth Windley, now 61, did not steal $550 after two other men who were convicted of similar robberies confessed.Read more...

From Keke Palmer to Tyriq Withers, these are the young Black actors who are absolutely taking over in Hollywood!Read more...

Grammy-nominated rapper Afroman just testified in court after being sued by Ohio law enforcement over his many diss tracks against them.Read more...

Attorneys for Brian Cole Jr. argue Trump's previous pardons should also apply to him.Read more...

From moisturizing lotion with SPF to a soothing hair mask, we're breaking down our favorite products in the Trader Joe's beauty aisle.Read more...

Deion 'Coach Prime' Sanders and Karreuche Tran have been romantically linked since July 2025, but nothing concrete has ever been shared. Until now!Read more...

Tabitha Brown spoke out on why content creators deserve to be in elevated spaces like the Oscars. But some journalists aren't seeing eye to eye with her stance.Read more...

Rep. Summer Lee just moved to impeach AG Pam Bondi, marking the second time in March that articles of impeachment have been brought against her.Read more...

Terrence Howard said he had a romantic connection with singer Farrah Franklin years ago. Now, she's speaking out and telling a different side to the story!Read more...

One Black TikToker allegedly scammed MAGA supporters out of thousands of dollars. Now, his story is going viral.Read more...

Oscar-winner Michael B. Jordan's former classmate, who used to bully him, is seemingly getting a taste of her own medicine online...yet again.Read more...

So you call yourself a sneakerhead? From Joe Freshgood x New Balance to the iconic Nike Air Jordans, we're highlighting the best kicks that have the streets buzzing.Read more...

After 17 months of heated negotiations, the WNBA avoided the first work stoppage in league history by reaching a historic deal with its Players Association.Read more...

As a Miami woman sought donations for her charity, she said she was scammed out of $1,200 to meet comedian Rickey Smiley. Now, he's making it right.Read more...

Black players got the spotlight. Black schools lost the stage.Read more...

Kevin Hart is the latest celebrity to have their likeness adapted into a wax figure-and let's just say it's got plenty of people talking!Read more...

After 17 months of negotiations, the WNBA may be headed to the first work stoppage in league history.Read more...

Nicey Nash-Betts' recent birthday trip to Mexico took an unexpected turn thanks to inner-city violence. Now, we finally know how she ended up back home!Read more...

Teyana Taylor's behavior at the Oscars has prompted a lot of online discourse and criticism. But it may be unfairly targeted towards her. Let's talk about why!Read more...

Under the alias "Mike King," one Black man landed a job working for Texas Rep. Crockett before being killed in a standoff with police.Read more...

School Chancellor S. Keith Hargrove Sr. announced that MacKenzie Scott has donated $42 million to Elizabeth City State University.Read more...

Ryan Coogler's braids at the Oscars are rightfully calling attention to other stars who've rocked similar styles over the years. Let's take a look!Read more...

Adding to Trump's history of offending people with disabilities, the president took aim at Gov. Newsom, who has dyslexia.Read more...

From the red carpet to red, white and yellow burger chain, Jordan's humble stop celebrated celebrity accessibility and Hollywood tradition in all the right ways.Read more...

An analysis from Protect Our Care and American Public Health Association found RFK Jr.'s "crusade against vaccines" especially harmful for Black Americans.Read more...

These Black women are putting up numbers on the court and off the court in the business world.Read more...

From Black suburban kids making squares with their arms to white co-workers throwing elbows, TikTok's #SquareUp challenge has the internet crying with laughter!Read more...

Kristin Cabot, the woman at the center of the infamous July 2025 CEO Scandal at a Coldplay concert, is opening up to Oprah and sharing new details!Read more...

Now that he's sold its equity stake in BET+ to Paramount Skydance, let's take a peek inside Tyler Perry's famous studio and stages in Atlanta!Read more...

The Obama Center has been nearly a decade in the making, and here's the messy story behind why it's not complete yet.Read more...

After Obama posts cryptic message online, Black folks are divided on what this means for the future of the country.Read more...

Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole broke the internet- and bankruptcy stigma. Discover how Chapters 7, 11 and 13 can protect Black wealth without shame.Read more...

We are honoring all of the Black stars who left us in 2026.Read more...