The Root

Michael Jordan will not make any more appearances on NBC's network's coverage of the NBA, leaving fans feeling let down.Read more...

From Usher and SZA to Kai Cenat and Pharrell, let's take a look at some of our fave faces out and about at Paris Fashion Week!Read more...

Jill Scott's comments about what she's looking for in a man have sparked an online debate about power dynamics in relationships.Read more...

Naomi Osaka is making a bold fashion statement at the 2026 Australian Open and you've got to see how she slayed!Read more...

While celebrities like Ben Carson, Drake and Keke Palmer have contributed greatly to the Black community, they've also disappointed us beyond belief.Read more...

Romeo Bingham's viral TikTok video, an ode to Dr. Pepper, leads to national commercial with the soft drink brandRead more...

Designed to commemorate MLK Day and LeBron James' 23rd season, King James" and Nike have been called tone-deaf" for the new shoe.Read more...

Kianna Underwood, a child star on Nickelodeon's 'All That' had a life that should raise concerns about other child stars.Read more...

Twenty years after the premiere, we're looking at the lives and careers of three of the most memorable-- and Black-- stars from "High School Musical."Read more...

Golden Globe-winner Teyana Taylor is speaking out about her ex-husband Iman Shumpert and what life looks like since their divorce!Read more...

Pastor Mike Todd is speaking out on Druski's pardoy of the megachurch that had the whole internet talking.Read more...

MAGA's new darling Nicki Minaj is facing backlash after blasting journalist Don Lemon with an homophobic slur.Read more...

Martial law and civil war are unlikely. What invoking the Insurrection Act would produce is something different and still seriousRead more...

Valentino has cultivated a long and important relationship with Black celebrities, notably including iconic supermodels Iman and Naomi Campbell, alongside stars such as Beyonce and Halle Berry.Read more...

Thanks to Elon Musk's Colossus supercomputer, Black families in South Memphis worry they are being exposed to toxic air from methane-powered turbines, while city leaders prioritize billion-dollar tech expansion.Read more...

During "The Breakfast Club" interview, Iyanla Vanzant explains why setting boundaries during grief is an act of self-love.Read more...

According to Rev. Dr. William Barber, to truly honor and reclaim Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, people must return to King's original, radical blueprint: organizing multi-racial, local, and state-level movements to challenge systemic injusticesRead more...

Black people are present, but many have been vocal about choosing not to engage in the same ways they once did. Some have even pushed back against certain protest tactics. This shift has been interpreted by some as apathy or retreat. It is neither.Read more...

Dr. King shouldered immense pressure for the sake of achieving positive change. However, today, his name is frequently and conveniently invoked to lend credibility to figures and movements that directly contradict the very principles he risked his life to uphold.Read more...

The R&B legend's $12.3 million New Jersey home got its SOLD" sign after eight years on the market.Read more...

Did you know that modern-day Pilates was pioneered by a Black woman? Here's everything you need to know about the iconic Kathy Stanford Grant.Read more...

Though Kamala Harris replacing Joe Biden in the race for President of the United States may have presented a challenge to Trump, his supporters aren't wavering.Read more...

After Tye Hinson's wedding dreams came to a tragic end, the venue's response to her refund request sparked a viral debate.Read more...

Robert Burke was seen in the video screaming the "N-word" at a security guard and claiming free speech.Read more...

Zoe Saldana is now the most successful actor of all time. And now she's finally responding to her new milestone!Read more...

The famous house from "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" is now on the market. Let's get into the coolness of the iconic mansion!Read more...

Fans were left in shock after seeing the prices for Bruno Mars' tour and were left wondering why concerts are so expensive now. Here's why!Read more...

As concerns that Black youth aren't exposed to HBCUs fester, here's even more interesting facts about Black colleges that you probably didn't know.Read more...

On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, take a closer look at little known facts about the life and legacy of one of the most famous men in history.Read more...

Sade's music has maintained its potency decades after she burst onto the scene. This playlist delivers hits and sleepers that are definitely a vibe.Read more...

Olandria Carthen may have gained fame from 'Love Island,' but she's clearly here to stay for a long time. Let's talk about it!Read more...

After an 120 percent ICE manpower increase, a new report revealed hundreds of agents were never properly trained.Read more...

Shannon Sharpe has got the social media streets abuzz once again, but this time it's for something positive. And boy, do women have some thoughts.Read more...

Black women have been unfairly talked about from everything from their hair to their financial status. Let's take a look back at some of the worst moments!Read more...

Recent interviews reveal double standard in how Black journalists are treated versus their white peers.Read more...

Democrats-- and social media users-- are dragging Wisconsin Republicans after they confused the only two Black men running for governor.Read more...

EXCLUSIVE: Dr. Bernice King has never shied away from her father's legacy. Now, decades after MLK's death, she's calling on the Black Church to pick up the slack.Read more...

From "Friday" to her Oscar-winning performance in "Ray," Regina King has built one of the most powerful and versatile resumes in Hollywood. Here's a look at the blockbuster films that define her iconic career.Read more...

Just two weeks after Tichina Arnold revealed she dated "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Brian Austin Green, the '90's heartthrob is now sharing his side of the story.Read more...

Oprah Winfrey's weight has been a hot topic in pop culture for decades and now she's reflecting on a truly uncomfortable moment.Read more...

Nene Leakes in finally heading back to Bravo! And now, the 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' alum is sharing her feelings about it.Read more...

While many fans may have loved Jill Scott in 'Why Did I Get Married,' the talented singer doesn't have too many fond memories of certain filming days.Read more...

A$AP Rocky reflects on how Rihanna changed his life, and revealed that his mother knew she was the one years before he did.Read more...

For the first time in half a century, the U.S. experienced negative net migration under President Trump. Here's what that means.Read more...

Just one year after Republican Gov. Mike Braun left Martin University out of the 2025-27 funding budget, the state's only PBI is now facing permanent closure.Read more...

Last year, Congress called for the resignation of an ICE prosecutor after his anti-Black, antisemitic and anti-immigration tweets were exposed. But now he's headed back to work.Read more...

MLK Day isn't just a federal holiday that gets you a free day from work, but a call to action. Here's four ways you can celebrate the day- before the brunches.Read more...

Teyana Taylor is speaking out following her 'One Battle After Another' costar Leonardo DiCaprio's viral Golden Globes moment. But it's not what we expected!Read more...

We're taking a look inside MLK's childhood home to honor his birthday!Read more...

Paris Jackson has been embroiled in a legal battle with her father's estate for years. And it doesn't look like things are about to let up any time soon!Read more...