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Updated 2026-06-03 04:01
Uncle Luke Told The Truth About The Democrats’ Black Men Problem
Uncle Luke isn't speculating. He's reporting what Black men have been saying for years. Just no one was listening.Read more...
Black Snape Actor Recalls Death Treats From Harry Potter Fans
British star Paapa Essidu is finally responding to the racist backlash he's received since signing on to portray this classic Harry Potter anti-hero.Read more...
Hey Timothy Chalamet! Ballet is Alive, and Black Women are Sustaining It
Timothee Chalamet may think ballet is dead, but these Black women have used their talent and artistry to keep Alvin Ailey's commitment to the genre alive.Read more...
Black Models on ‘The Price is Right’ Share Shocking Experiences
Kathleen Bradley and Claudia Jordan, two of the few Black models working on 'The Price Is Right' is spilling all the sordid details about their time working on the show!Read more...
A Sad Ending to the Breonna Taylor Case
Officers accused of faking court documents for the "no-knock" warrant leading to Breonna Taylor's killing have now received good news.Read more...
Meagan Good Finally Reveals Wedding Photos to Jonathan Majors
Meagan Good and Jonathan Major wed during a private ceremony in March 2025. And now we've got a look at their love-filled day!Read more...
Justin Timberlake’s 2024 DWI Bodycam Is Finally Out, and It’s Hilarious
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 Hamptons arrest for driving while intoxicated, capturing his interactions with Sag Harbor police and fans' reactions online.Read more...
‘Sinners’ Cast: Where Are They Now?
Now that Ryan Coogler's vampire epic 'Sinners' has officially won the 2026 Awards season, let's take a look at the next major moves for Michael B. Jordan and the cast!Read more...
You Won’t Believe This Black Chicago Mom’s Real-Life Goldilocks Nightmare
Imagine coming home to strangers naked in your bed. That's what happened to one Chicago mom, whose nightmare was just getting started.Read more...
Meet the Trailblazing Black Woman Who Made FaceTime and Zoom Possible
Exclusive: The Root caught up with Dr. Marian Rogers Croak, a trailblazer who leads Google's work in human-centered AI and machine learning.Read more...
Black Americans Have Strong Reactions to Trump’s Deployment of ICE Agents at U.S. Airports
Trump announced ICE agents will be stationed at airports across the country starting on March 23, and you can bet Black folks had plenty of thoughts.Read more...
Doja Cat’s Father Blames Her White Mother for ‘Deadbeat’ Claims
After making allegations about her parent being a deadbeat and trolling him on social media, Doja Cat is now embroiled in a messy back and forth with her own father!Read more...
100 Years After Black Family Is Run Out of White California Town, Their Descendants Claim What’s Rightfully Theirs
Sidney Dearing and his family became the first Black people to ever buy a home in Piedmont, Calif. Then, they were chased out within a year.Read more...
13 Black Female Artists Who Taught Women To Own Their Sexual Desires
From Adina Howard's Freak Like Me" to Toni Braxton's "You're Making Me High" these women used bold lyrics, pleasure-centered storytelling, to reshape the way women claimed their power.Read more...
All About Nene Leakes Long-Awaited Return
Nene Leakes in finally heading back to Bravo! And now, the 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' alum is sharing her feelings about it.Read more...
What We Know About Usher, Justin Bieber’s Confrontation at Beyonce’s Oscar Party
Usher was Justin Bieber's mentor early on in his career, but now it seems like the two may not be in good-standing with each other. Let's get into it!Read more...
Chadwick Boseman’s Widow Shares New Details About the Late Actor’s Cancer Journey
Simone Ledward Boseman is getting candid in a new interview about the late, beloved actor Chadwick Boseman and his health journey.Read more...
Tammi Terrell: The Ivy League Scholar Who Deserved Better than Motown’s Saddest Ending
Tammi Terrell deserved so much more than the tragic life she lived, marked by abuse from James Brown and a fatal illness that ultimately took her. This Women's History Month, and on the 56th anniversary of her passing, we share her heartbreaking story.Read more...
Black Women Are Being Forced Into C-Sections—With The Court’s Backing
For Cherise Doyley and Brianna Bennett, the battle for bodily autonomy played out at their hospital bedsides, where virtual court hearings allowed judges to prioritize the perceived health of their unborn children over their right to refuse C-sections.Read more...
New Clues To What Jay-Z is Up To
After nearly a decade since Jay-Z's last album, rumors about new music are circulating from fans gearing up for his first performance in years.Read more...
Devastating Update for Billion-Dollar Whiskey Brand ‘Uncle Nearest’ Amid $100 Million Lawsuit
The Black-owned brand was cemented as the fastest growing whiskey company in the U.S. Now, the legacy is at risk.Read more...
Solange’s Son Julez Clears Up Speculation About His Sexuality
Solange's only child Julez Smith is opening up about his sexuality and sparking some discourse online!Read more...
News of Chuck Norris’ Death Has Black Americans Looking at Him Through a New Lens
'Walker, Texas Ranger' star Chuck Norris' shocking death is sparking some interesting responses from Black folks online. We'll tell you why!Read more...
These Black Leading Men Aren’t Just Paving the Way, They’re Building New Roads
After Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler's Oscar wins last weekend, we're looking at more Black men who are leading in their respective fields.Read more...
Max Robinson: The First Black Anchor Who Told the Truth for a Living, But Couldn’t Tell His Own
Behind Max Robinson's tailored suits and deep voice, the first Black anchor was an intellect being bled dry by the very industry that called him a pioneer.Read more...
Black Woman Has a Multi-Million Dollar Victory in Discrimination Case Against City of Fresno
La-Kebbia Kiki" Wilson sued the city of Fresno after she became the subject of horrific discrimination from her supervisor.Read more...
Why Postal Leaders Warn They Could Run Out of Money
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...
New Development After Tuskegee University Coach Was Handcuffed, Escorted Out of Rival Morehouse Game
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...
We Loved Donny Hathaway’s Angelic Voice While He Was Trapped In A Private Hell
The "musician's musician," whose flawless harmonies offered the world a refuge, was privately enduring a horrifying descent into paranoid schizophrenia.Read more...
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Spike Lee & Denzel Washington’s Films Over the Years
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...
New Development in Miss Jamaica Health Status After Scary Fall at Miss Universe Pageant
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...
Kamala Harris Claps Back at Nicki Minaj, and the Barbz Respond
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...
Brandy Speaks Out After Ray J Goes Off on These Popular Rappers Over Dating Rumors
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...
New Southwest Seating Policy Sparks Discrimination Concerns Among Black Women
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...
A Peek Inside Lena Horne’s Legendary $1.2 Million New York Home
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...
Pioneering Black Women Who Made Hip‑Hop What it is Today
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...
States Seeking Refund for 330,000 Businesses After Billions Lost to Trump’s ‘Illegal’ Tariffs
Over 15 states penned a letter to Congress demanding they receive compensation following Trump's "illegal" tariffs.Read more...
Former Magic City Dancer Enters the Conversation After NBA Cancels Collab With Atlanta Hawks
A former Magic City dancer just gave her two cents amid ongoing fallout from the Hawks' collaboration with the popular strip club.Read more...
‘Scandal’ Stars Kerry Washington, Tony Goldwyn Share Their Sexiest Scenes—But These Are Our Faves!
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...
Don’t Start Your Spring Cleaning Without These Old School Hacks That Will Make Granny Proud
Go old-school with your spring cleaning for a house as clean as your grandma's.Read more...
GA Tax Preparer Accused of Stealing Thousands and Leaving Clients in Major Debt
A Georgia woman accused of swindling customers didn't even have a Preparer Tax Identification Number.Read more...
New York Black Man Spent 19 Years in Prison for a $550 Robbery He Didn’t Commit
Prosecutors said Kenneth Windley, now 61, did not steal $550 after two other men who were convicted of similar robberies confessed.Read more...
Black Actors Under 35 and Up Next for Hollywood Superstardom
From Keke Palmer to Tyriq Withers, these are the young Black actors who are absolutely taking over in Hollywood!Read more...
How Afroman Scored Big Legal Win Against Ohio Police After Dissing Officers in Famous Songs
Grammy-nominated rapper Afroman just testified in court after being sued by Ohio law enforcement over his many diss tracks against them.Read more...
How the Black Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Suspect’s New Motion Could Backfire on Trump
Attorneys for Brian Cole Jr. argue Trump's previous pardons should also apply to him.Read more...
These Affordable Trader Joe’s Beauty Products Are Just as Dope as Their Expensive Relatives
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...
New Video Sheds Light on Deion Sanders and Karreuche Tran Romance Rumors
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...
The Real Reason Black Journalists Are Calling Out Tabitha Brown
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 Moves to Impeach AG Pam Bondi, But Will She Succeed?
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...
Farrah From Destiny’s Child Responds to Terrence Howard’s Dating Claims
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...
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