We're keeping our eye on the latest news about Offset, Cardi B's Ex, who was shot at a casino in Hollywood, Florida.Read more...

'Go home, Roger!' may be a beloved cultural phrase now, but for Marques Houston-it holds bittersweet memories. Let's get into it!Read more...

Textured wallpaper, rich linens and a special ode to Mariah Carey are some of the beautiful features inside ballerina Misty Copeland's NYC apartment.Read more...

Black women have played "hidden" roles at NASA since the 1940s. Now, their work is finally being recognized with the Artemis II mission.Read more...

After receiving criticism for her hair in a recent Miu Miu campaign, Coco Gauff is calling out the haters for being insecure.Read more...

Is Usher or Chris Brown the King of R&B? We're all about to find out thanks to their upcoming joint tour and fans can't get enough!Read more...

Former GOP allies Marjorie Taylor Greene and Candace Owens blast Donald Trump, calling for new leadership.Read more...

A now-retired Mississippi DA is at the center of the case before the Supreme Court alleging racial discrimination.Read more...

To commemorate National Siblings Day, lets take a look at some of our fave Black celeb siblings pairings!Read more...

Bombshell headlines surrounding DHS and ICE have quieted... But is that all a part of Trump's greater plan?Read more...

From jabs towards Iran to questionable AI-generated images of himself as a king, Trump uses social media every... single... day.Read more...

If Coachella isn't exactly your speed, check out these handful of Black music festivals with major stars and tap in!Read more...

OPINION: Jay Z Says a business that Black people own 1% of should be called Black owned. That sounds good until you realize it buys you almost no powerRead more...

According to a new report, promised funding for Black-led nonprofits ended sooner than expected, and the consequences are alarming.Read more...

You know about Hollywood, but how much do you really know about the city of Atlanta and its reputation as "Black Hollywood?"Read more...

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

British Pastor Cheryl Bartley was charged Wednesday after 61-year-old Robert Smith drowned during a backyard baptism.Read more...

The Root spoke with Halle Bailey and Rege-Jean Page ahead of the release of their new romcom, 'You, Me & Tuscany,' which is out in theaters on April 10!Read more...

A Chick-fil-A employee in North Carolina returned nearly $10,000 he found on Good Friday, saying his faith and values made keeping the money unthinkable.Read more...

Dr. Dre has officially reached billionaire status. Here's exactly how he did it!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...

There's about to be a whole lot of Black excellence in 'Bridgerton' season 5 thanks to a handful of new faces. And folks online can't get enough!Read more...

The gold legend is facing two misdemeanor charges in Florida following a single-rollover car crash in March.Read more...

In a stunning partnership with the mayor of Alexandria, Alfred Street Baptist Church has stepped up and paid off debts forhundreds of public housingresidents.Read more...

A growing number of Black celebrities are aligning themselves with the MAGA movement, but it's more about economics and staying relevant than politics.Read more...

Fans online are going crazy after seeing Blue Ivy at Cecred's latest launch event.Read more...

To help you sharpen your digital defenses and separate fact from fiction, we are debunking viral "news" stories that were entirely fake.Read more...

K. Michelle is sharing new details about the nature of her relationship with disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly, and what she has to say might surprise you!Read more...

With questions swirling about President Trump's recent behavior, people are wondering if the 25th Amendment could play a role in addressing concerns about presidential fitness and stability.Read more...

Lil' Rel addresses being called out in Katt Williams' 'The Last Report' comedy special and delivers a hilarious, viral clapback on stage.Read more...

While gospel singer Marvin Sapp may be in good spirits about his recent marriage, folks online aren't feeling the love, thanks to his new wife's latest comments!Read more...

This Black professor has sparked a spirited debate with a theory about a specific-and, in his view, irritating -social phenomenon: the Black man who exclusively or prominently opts for white wine.Read more...

Black political leaders are responding to Trump's abrupt Iran ceasefire with sharp criticism and urgent calls for his removal, including invoking the 25th Amendment.Read more...

Health issues in Black communities are influenced by social, environmental, and genetic factors. Understanding and managing these conditions is key to staying healthy.Read more...

Lawyers for Pooh Shiesty and the other alleged suspects in the Gucci Mane kidnapping and robbery are now speaking out about what transpired right before the rapper's arrest.Read more...

While Shannon Sharpe said kids should be out 30 days after turning 18, folks feel rising costs and financial pressures make this tough-love approach unrealistic-and a recipe for disaster.Read more...

A viral video captures the moment federal agents confront Tokyo Toni over alarming comments about Blac Chyna, adding another layer to their ongoing family drama.Read more...

Monaleo is finally speaking to her fans and letting folks know how she's been faring since her shocking health emergency in March 2026.Read more...

After lethal drug-laced paper claimed multiple lives in a Chicago jail, authorities say the invisible threat could be more lethal than the crack epidemic.Read more...

The world can breathe a sigh of relief as Offset recovers after being shot. And now, we're diving deep into his drama, including many legal woes, altercations and even a messy divorce.Read more...

Congratulations are in order for Olympians Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield, who have just tied the knot!Read more...

Let's take a deep dive into all of the phenomenal looks from "The Drama" promotional tour.Read more...

Khloe Kardashian opens up in Netflix's 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom' about the toll of staying in a toxic marriage, sparking a discussion on why women are shamed for leaving harmful relationships.Read more...

Lamar Odom is back in the hot seat online and this time, it all revolves around his comments about his ex-wife Khloe Kardashian and his own father.Read more...

Professor: Black men face higher risk, earlier diagnoses, and deadlier outcomes. The truth is clear and the solution is simple.Read more...

While a Fort Worth community is calling Marckus Renfro a hero, prosecutors are deeming him a criminal after he allegedly shot an accused pedophile.Read more...

TODAY Show host Sheinelle Jones had quite an experience recently on a NYC train and it's a story that's almost too crazy to believe!Read more...

With fan-favorite shows off the air, like 'Watson' and the 'Sherri' show, let's take a look back at a handful of Black shows that were gone too soon!Read more...

The city of Coral Springs celebrated the election of its first Black female commissioner. Now, they're forced to mourn her shocking murder.Read more...

Even from halfway to the moon, Artemis II pilot Victor Glover wants to remind folks of the real magic happening back on Earth.Read more...