When hip-hop burst on the scene in the 70s, no one expected it to become a cultural touchstone or for it to experience the longevity it has achieved. But here we are more than 50 years later, and it's widely considered the most popular and influential music style in the world.Read more...

Victor Willis, a.k.a. the co-creator and frontman of popular music group the Village People, is speaking out about former President Donald Trump and his use of their famous song Y.M.C.A." - but what he said might surprise you.Read more...

Jay-Z is the best example of how a superstar rap artist changes course and uses his fame to become a shrewd businessman. He's made several smart investments that have led to him becoming one of the wealthiest Black people in the country and one of the few Black billionaires in the world. However, one of his more...Read more...

Legal pressure is once again coming down the Sean Diddy" Combs pipeline, with legal documents being sent to his Miami mansion. But this time, the documents are not for the mogul himself.Read more...

If you're looking for a voice that's reminiscent of the jazz and soul artists of the past-look no further than singer Ledisi. After her third studio album in 2007 brought her not one but two Grammy nominations, the New Orleans-born, Oakland-bred singer was thrust into the spotlight and subsequently, into the hearts of...Read more...

It doesn't matter what continent they're on, when it comes to red carpets, Black stars always show up and show out. Monday night delivered dueling red carpets, as stars gathered in New York City at the 2024 Gotham FIlm Awards, while over in London Black Excellence was on full display at the 2024 Fashion Awards. From Ri...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.Read more...

A Black teen girl, La'Nisha Hemingway, was wrongfully detained by North Myrtle beach police back in May. Shortly after the ordeal, Hemingway filed a civil lawsuit, and she just received a settlement amount suggesting that she got the last laugh.Read more...

All Serena Williams ever does is take care of her family and dominate the tennis court, but now, the 23-time Grand Slam champion is clapping back at people on the internet who are making some crazy accusations against her.Read more...

An Emmy-winning newscaster who began his career at CNN in the 1980s is taking some time away from the news desk to focus on his health.

Scottie Pippen is the latest victim of social media's wrath after posting a tone-deaf, unserious tweet about the controversial owner of X, Elon Musk.Read more...

Celebrities, they're just like us. Despite their flawless photos, they deal with acne, hyperpigmentation and the occasional split end. They just have access to great products and professionals that help keep them looking their best. So when they take time to share their routines with us mere mortals, we have to pay...Read more...

In addition to losing a rap battle against Kendrick Lamar, on Monday, one Drake's other worst nightmares came true...and it's all thanks to Charlamagne tha God. I'll explain.Read more...

The rideshare industry has just been shaken up by a new Black-owned company that is rapidly expanding to major cities around the country including Atlanta, Miami, Orlando, Nashville, Phoenix, and many other locations.Read more...

In the ten years since she parted ways with Roc Nation, rapper M.I.A. has had plenty to say about her time working with Jay-Z. Now, she's alleging that in one of their first meetings, he made questionable comments about her appearance.Read more...

Just two days after Thanksgiving, a California family experienced a nightmare after suffering a shocking loss from an incident that investigators have yet to solve.Read more...

Just east of Los Angeles, a small neighborhood called Section 14 stood for decades. But in the 1960s, its Black and Latino residents were forced out of their homes to make space for commercial buildings, leaving hundreds of parents to pick up the pieces and even more children witnessing it all.

On Christmas Day 1996, 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her family's Boulder, Colo. home, sparking a decades-long obsession with the still unsolved case. You've certainly heard of Ramsey if you're of a certain age, but you likely have no idea who Tineshia Jackson, Taranika Raymond or Kreneic...Read more...

When it comes to conversations about supremely fashionable figures in the entertainment industry, there's no true talk unless we bring up Janelle Monae.Read more...

Airports are inherently chaotic, and apparently they serve as the perfect breeding ground for Karens to act out. Earlier this last year, there was one being downright rude to a Spirit Airlines employee at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.Read more...

To no one's surprise, Bad Boy Records Founder Sean Diddy" Combs had his request for bond rejected by the court for the third time. The compelling argument put forth by prosecutors, comparing Combs to various sex cult leaders, might have been the finishing the touch to keep him in jail.Read more...

President-elect Donald Trump has made waves for setting up a very controversial cabinet for his final four years in office. In his latest headline-making move, the MAGA leader just named former Chief of Staff to the U.S. Secretary of Defense Kashyap Kash" Patel as his pick for director of the FBI.Read more...

Last week, we told you about a now-viral video of Bishop T.D. Jakes' during a November 24 sermon at his Dallas megachurch, The Potter's House, that had viewers concerned about the health of the popular faith leader.

It's been a tough year for Drake. Not only did he come out as the loser in one of the biggest hip-hop beefs ever, but he did so in an an embarrassing fashion: His rival, Kendrick Lamar, has been one step ahead of the Canadian pop star since he released his first diss track, Euphoria."Read more...

Sean Diddy" Combs just got hit with another lawsuit blow from a woman who claims she witnessed and experienced some truly horrifying things.Read more...

Malia Obama's rising career in Hollywood may only be just beginning but it already looks like she's off to a great start thanks to a recently released project.Read more...

Whether it's the corporate world, politics, sports, or entertainment, when it comes to consequences and accountability, the rules are always different for Black people. Look no further than the disappointing results of the 2024 presidential election for proof that rich white people don't seem to worry about cancel...Read more...

Polarizing conservative commentator Candace Owens is having a hard time trying to book speaking gigs internationally. In latest news, Owens has officially been banned from her second country...and the reasons behind it shouldn't come as a surprise

The holiday shopping season is in full swing. But if you didn't get everything on your list this Black Friday, don't worry, Cyber Monday has even more chances to save on this year's hottest products in every category.Read more...

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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.Read more...

How much do you really know about your favorite celebrities? No matter how much you think you know, it's always a surprise when someone you love for one specific thing turns out to have a seemingly random talent. These celebrities have added layers, making them that more interesting.Read more...

Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence are about to be in-laws! Eddie Murphy's son and Martin Lawrence's daughter are engaged, officially on the way to joining the families of two comedy legends.Read more...

An Atlanta area woman who learned her husband was cheating on her after an innocent phone call with an airline representative exposed his infidelity, has finally been granted a divorce. - Angela JohnsonRead more...

On November 15, 2024 friends and family gathered at the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta to celebrate the wedding between Pastor Jamal Bryant and Dr. Karri Turner. The pastor of Georgia megachurch New Birth Missionary Baptist and his new bride exchanged vows in front of their friends and family in a pretty pink wedding...Read more...

Now that it's officially the holiday season and most folks' brains are wired to focus on pies and good times, there's no better time to kick back and get in a good binge session with some top tier movies.Read more...

While everyone last week wasstill talking about Kendrick Lamar's latest album, GNX," Drake was spending his time with the most popular streamers on the internet.Read more...

Diddy may have done what to Jamie Foxx? On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, the podcast host addressed rumors that the now-infamous rapper may have poisoned" Foxx.

Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award-winning actress, is having quite the moment, receiving significant praise as the rollout of Wicked continues, and she perhaps has received the greatest compliments and support from her long-rumored partner, Lena Waithe. The TV creator, actress and writer took to social media with posts...Read more...

Months after the news of veteran actor John Amos' death back in August, he's finally been laid to rest. But even that wasn't without some level of unfortunate mess once again. We'll explain.Read more...

When you get four singers like Ledisi, Kelly Price, Marsha Ambrosius and Jill Scott together, you know you're going to get something special. When these artists came together for a powerful performance of Nina Simone's Four Women" at the 2010 Black Girls Rock Awards, it wasn't just special it was iconic.Read more...

The murders of several older women went unnoticed for years until the killer made a mistake that led police right to him. From 2016 to 2018, over 20 women were killed in their Texas retirement homes. Because all the victims were older than 70 years old, police assumed they died of natural causes, but something more...Read more...

With the surprise release of his new album, GNX," Kendrick Lamar delivered an early holiday gift to fans on Friday. With the Drake feud firmly behind him, it looks like the Not Like Us" Grammy nominee is already picking his next crop of targets. On the track Wacced Out Murals," he has a very specific message for...Read more...

We guess this is one way to do your holiday shopping..Police arrested a Minnesota couple in Minnesota who allegedly steal items from Lululemon, the high-end women's athletic clothing store, and make fraudulent returns. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

Keke Palmer has a lot going on these days. The new mom, who just released a new book, Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative," on November 19 just put her Brooklyn apartment up for sale. - Angela Johnson Read MoreRead more...

Amid heartbreaking news about her declining health, Wendy Williams' guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, is still locked in a serious legal battle over the media personality's most recent on-camera appearance. - Stephanie HollandRead more...

With the 2024 Root 100 Gala fastly approaching many of those in attendance for the annual event will be no doubt finalizing their last looks in order to strut their stuff when Thursday, Dec. 5 rolls around. And why wouldn't they?Read more...

An Atlanta area woman who learned her husband was cheating on her after an innocent phone call with an airline representative exposed his infidelity, has finally been granted a divorce. - Angela Johnson Read MoreRead more...

Very few actors have a resume as impressive and wide ranging as Denzel Washington. Since he hasn't been in a giant franchise...yet, his box office numbers aren't as big as some of his contemporaries. However, he's made up for it with nine acting Oscar nominations and two wins. His new film Gladiator II" is already...Read more...

More than 40 years after one of the most horrific tragedies in Pennsylvania history, one family might finally get the closure they've been looking for. The 1985 Philadelphia bombings claimed the lives of at least 11 men, women, and children.Read more...