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One of two suspects wanted for the North Carolina murder of a woman inside a Walmart turned himself into authorities. Although the investigation into the Dec. 20 shooting continues, police say they are still on the hunt for the suspected shooter.

At just 17 years old, Petey Jones has already experienced unspeakable tragedy. In 2017, the Ohio teen lost his father, who died from a heart attack at age 40. Three years later, his mother passed away from an unknown condition on New Year's Day 2021. In March of that same year, tragedy struck again when a fire...Read more...

A Black FedEx worker was arrested in Bonifay, Florida following an investigation of several missing packages. Officials with the Holmes County Sheriff's Office said in a official statement that they reached out to the shipping company for help finding the driver, who was ultimately identified as Latavion Lewis.Read more...

The decades-long relationship between Shawn Jay-Z" Carter and Sean Diddy" Combs surely took a turn when Diddy began facing sexual assault allegations and a federal lawsuit. But now that Jay-Z has been caught in Diddy's web - after Jane Doe accused both rappers of rape - sources close to Hov say he has no plans to...Read more...

While everyone was celebrating the holiday, it seems like Shawn Jay-Z" Carter had a special gift for Texas attorney Tony Buzbee...in the form of a lawsuit.Read more...

This was a banner year for Black entertainment. While fan favorites like Kendrick Lamar, Beyonce, Cynthia Erivo and Donald Glover once again delighted audiences with their spectacular talent and cultural influence, a new crop of stars also made their presence known. From Ayo Edebiri's stellar performance in The...Read more...

On Monday, Dec. 23, civil rights activists assembled in front of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) in Northridge, California to demand justice for 13-year-old Sal'Vyion Sal" Torres. Torres, who is Black, was the victim of an alleged racist attack.Read more...

More allegations against Sean Diddy" Combs have come to light, this time from a former employee of the Bad Boy Records founder. Combs is currently facing numerous civil lawsuits and federal charges, as we have reported, and a brand new suit has just made its way disgraced rapper.Read more...

Lil Baby recently opened up about the severity of his gambling addiction during a recent interview with fellow Atlanta rapper Lil Yachty, and it's worse than you could ever imagine.Read more...

Netflix gave subscribers in nearly 200 countries a halftime gift during its first NFL Christmas Gameday livestream when Beyonce performed for the halftime show during the game between the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens. In true Queen Bey fashion, she rode into her hometown NRG stadium on a white horse and...Read more...

Even though 2024 was a wild year, Black artists delivered the most memorable musical performances despite the chaos. Here are some of The Root's favorites-and the list may include a few that may surprise you.Read more...

Travis Hunter has left the building...or social media, that is. The Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver has deleted his Instagram account as criticism of his fiance takes over the internet, rising since his win of the Heisman trophy last week. What were the exact moments that led to this social media break from the...Read more...

We've spent a big chunk of the year worried about the health of Wendy Williams. Amid a highly-publicized back-and-forth between her guardian and family, as well as reports that she's battling dementia, fans are wondering what's really going on with the former talk show host. Well, a clip from a recent family outing...Read more...

Oprah Winfrey and Ina Garten are setting the record straight. The two TV icons go way back, and on a recent podcast episode, they both took the time to clarify their friendship and stories about them, specifically whether or not Winfrey actually slapped the TV cook back in the day.

Joey Bada$$ recently got into a fight with someone who fans assumed was friends with the 1999" rapper.Read more...

It looks like things are getting messy between exes and actors Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson. The Queen and Slim" star is accusing Jackson of reneging" on his promise to take care of her after their divorce, and now she is asking the court to make him make good on his word.Read more...

One thing you guys love is real estate porn, those beautiful homes of our Black, rich and famous. And that's all good, but what about the rest of us? Even though it's holiday season, The Root is looking ahead to the new year! And if one of your New Years resolutions is to purchase your own home, you came to the right...Read more...

Earlier this month, MSNBC host Joy Reid stated that Black women have resigned" from efforts to save America" after Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to become this nation's next president.Read more...

Tis the season for hot chocolate and stocking stuffing! To celebrate everyone's favorite family holiday, The Root has gathered some of the many iconic Black Christmas songs to make your Christmas day extra special.

It's Christmas and that can only mean one thing: The inauguration of Donald Trump we prayed would never happen again is just a few weeks away. To add insult to injury, it's on the MLK holiday. - Madison J. GrayRead more...

While Hollywood has dreamed up some of the most interesting and unique stories we've ever seen, it's always been the ones based on true life that captivate us the most. It's why biopics are such a popular genre. For Black audiences, movies and TV series are often the best way for us to have our history presented to...Read more...

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In just two short weeks, attorney Tony Buzbee found out just who Jay-Z is. Ever since the 99 Problems" rapper was named in one of the many civil suits against Sean Diddy" Combs, the two have engaged in a pretty public back and forth in both the courts and online, leading various allegations and stories about Buzbee...Read more...

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Even during the most wonderful time of the wear, we see some of the worst acts against humanity. Crimes during the Christmas holiday aren't isolated to the typical shopping mall robberies, thefts or credit card scams. Every horrid crime you could think of can and will occur during holiday season.Read more...

A lot of actors say they have more fun playing the bad guy. But what happens when the bad guy they're portraying actually has a point and their actions are just misunderstood?Read more...

It's been another great year for sneakerheads of all different ages. There was something for everyone this year, whether you're a hooper, a fashionista or an OG who only wants the classics.Read more...

While Hollywood has dreamed up some of the most interesting and unique stories we've ever seen, it's always been the ones based on true life that captivate us the most. It's why biopics are such a popular genre. For Black audiences, movies and TV series are often the best way for us to have our history presented to...Read more...

Congratulations...you made it to the other side of a maxed-out credit card and a living room full of wrapping paper for yet another year! Now that that's out the way, you can get down to enjoying the true Christmas pastime: Posting up with your family members to enjoy a few films and movies before everyone has to...Read more...

If you were asked to name the most popular Christmas songs among Black America, Donny Hathaway's This Christmas," would be one that would come to mind. If you are Black, you know nearly every word or at least the hook.

Christmas is going to look a little different this year for Diddy. The disgraced rapper and Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean Diddy" Combs is set to spend his first Christmas behind bars this year, and new details have emerged regarding what this holiday will look like for him, including potential visits from his family.

Let's face it... Black life is often like a psychological thriller. People lie in our faces, team up against us, call us out our names and killing us for no reason. Bad things do happen to us, which is why we get annoyed by all those Black struggle" films. In reality, we always make it through but do we really have...Read more...

As much as we love a comforting, heartwarming holiday story, not all Christmas movies are created equal. From ridiculous tropes, to unimaginative stories, to bad acting, there are several factors that can derail a Christmas movie. It also doesn't matter how big the budget is, things can still go horribly wrong. To...Read more...

It's Christmas and that can only mean one thing: The inauguration of Donald Trump we prayed would never happen again is just a few weeks away. To add insult to injury, it's on the MLK holiday.Read more...

As 2024 nears its end, we can't help but look back at some of the best cinematic moments of the year. Whether it was watching legendary actor don a dress, some rings, and go crazy" or another talented actress defy gravity on the big screen-audiences had more than their share of satisfying films to keep them pushing...Read more...

On Christmas Day, the world will get reintroduced to Olympic boxing champion Claressa Shields and her inspiring journey in the new film, The Fire Inside." And while the movie is sure to shed some new light on a somewhat hidden figure onscreen-offscreen stars Ryan Destiny, Brian Tyree Henry and Shields herself have...Read more...

From Kangol hats to Starter jackets to the freshest Air Force Ones, rappers have always been expected to show up in style. But while they've been known to accessorize with some pretty expensive jewelry, designer handbags weren't always part of the look.Read more...

We know you already have Only Murders in the Building," Shgun," The Day of the Jackal" and The Penguin" on your list of 2024's best TV series. As great as those shows are, they don't tell the full story of this year's best TV. We got spectacular, standout performances from Niecy Nash-Betts in Grotesquerie," Lamor...Read more...

Once upon a time, Sean Diddy" Combs was one of the most recognizable and respected figures in the music industry, causing him to be mentioned in some of the most popular songs in recent memory. But, due to the recent crimes he's been accused of, some of those shoutouts have aged poorly. Here are some of the songs...Read more...

The latest scandal to rock the New York City Police Department (NYPD) is one that no one saw coming. Jeffrey Maddrey, the department's highest-ranking uniformed officer, stepped down from his position on Friday, Dec. 20, after being accused of sexual misconduct.Read more...

Double standards. Society is built on them, and although they're biased by design, we can't help but feel offended when they don't work in our favor. We're all aware of the double standards Black people face in regards to our race, but some of them are obviously outrageous.

Tiger Woods took some inspiration from his father over the weekend as he discussed his son's latest accomplishment on the golf course.Read more...

Beginning with Katt Williams' explosive Club Shay Shay" interview, then moving into the lyrically vicious Kendrick Lamar vs Drake feud, then heading to Paris for the Summer Olympics and wrapping up with box office combo of Gladiator II" and Wicked," it was clear that Black culture once again dominated the...Read more...

Because it's a day that ends in y," yet another video has surfaced on social media of a Karen" doing what they do best - threatening to call the police on someone because they feel they have been wronged.

Sean Diddy" Combs has been named in two more lawsuits, rounding out a year full of headline-making lawsuits and federal charges for the disgraced mogul.

U.S. Women's National Soccer Team star Trinity Rodman recently made headlines when she discussed her relationship with her father, NBA legend Dennis Rodman. She doesn't usually talk about him, and now we understand why.Read more...

Oregon officials have condemned a racist letter that has been circulating in various communities throughout Lincoln County. According to a Dec. 19 Facebook post by the sheriff's office, the letter entitled The Brown Round Up, Part 1" encouraged residents to track and report information regarding people of color.Read more...

In just two short weeks, attorney Tony Buzbee found out just who Jay-Z is. Ever since the 99 Problems" rapper was named in one of the many civil suits against Sean Diddy" Combs, the two have engaged in a pretty public back and forth in both the courts and online, leading various allegations and stories about Buzbee...Read more...

Pranks on social media are all fun and games until the police get an idea of what you're doing and it leads to your arrest.Read more...

A Georgia woman tried to move back into her own home, but when she arrived, she found an alleged squatter on the property and all hell broke loose.