Uncle Luke isn't speculating. He's reporting what Black men have been saying for years. Just no one was listening.Read more...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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 only child Julez Smith is opening up about his sexuality and sparking some discourse online!Read more...

'Walker, Texas Ranger' star Chuck Norris' shocking death is sparking some interesting responses from Black folks online. We'll tell you why!Read more...

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...

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...

La-Kebbia Kiki" Wilson sued the city of Fresno after she became the subject of horrific discrimination from her supervisor.Read more...

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...

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...

The "musician's musician," whose flawless harmonies offered the world a refuge, was privately enduring a horrifying descent into paranoid schizophrenia.Read more...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Over 15 states penned a letter to Congress demanding they receive compensation following Trump's "illegal" tariffs.Read more...

A former Magic City dancer just gave her two cents amid ongoing fallout from the Hawks' collaboration with the popular strip club.Read more...

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...

Go old-school with your spring cleaning for a house as clean as your grandma's.Read more...

A Georgia woman accused of swindling customers didn't even have a Preparer Tax Identification Number.Read more...

Prosecutors said Kenneth Windley, now 61, did not steal $550 after two other men who were convicted of similar robberies confessed.Read more...

From Keke Palmer to Tyriq Withers, these are the young Black actors who are absolutely taking over in Hollywood!Read more...

Grammy-nominated rapper Afroman just testified in court after being sued by Ohio law enforcement over his many diss tracks against them.Read more...

Attorneys for Brian Cole Jr. argue Trump's previous pardons should also apply to him.Read more...

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...

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...

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 just moved to impeach AG Pam Bondi, marking the second time in March that articles of impeachment have been brought against her.Read more...

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...