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What's going on with parents killing their own children? Just days after a Minnesota Black boy died while trying to protect his mother from his father, an Ohio Black woman admitted to killing her 3-year-old son.Read more...

Some legal analysts say that recent high-profile convictions of powerful white men prove that no one is above the law" in the American criminal justice system.Read more...

On Wednesday, June 5, in an attempt to protect his mother from his abusive, violent father, Amir Harden stepped between the two and was shot in the head and neck. The 8-year-old boy was transported to a nearby hospital in Minneapolis, Minn., where he died on Sunday due to his injuries, according to FOX 9.Read more...

New York-based Obama portrait artist Kehinde Wiley has been accused of sexual assault and rape by a mounting number of men.Read more...

Some people aren't meant to be fathers. They're too selfish or stubborn to put someone else's well-being ahead of their own. In TV and movies, these men are usually portrayed in extremes, going from being bad parents to pure evil. To help everyone appreciate their own fathers more, we're examining the worst dads in TV...Read more...

When a Black woman decides to rock her natural hair, she knows she's opening herself up to a ridiculous amount of opinions. If you're a global superstar like Rihanna, you know that attention is going to be multiplied times a thousand when you show up to the launch of your new hair care line, Fenty Hair, with your...Read more...

The streets are talking - and they have some thoughts about Oprah Winfrey's recent hospitalization.Read more...

Ever since Young Thug and members of Young Stoner Life (YSL) were charged and arrested in a 56-count indictment, the trial has been filled with nothing but bizarre and shocking moments.Read more...

Every woman has had a crazy fashion moment where you try to take off a shirt or dress and just can't find your way out of it. No matter what you try, you realize you're trapped in this thing and may have to cut your way out. This can be particularly embarrassing when it's not your clothes you're stuck in. As awful as...Read more...

We love to see racists get what they deserve, especially when they're leaders of one of the most infamous and hateful white supremacist groups in world history.Read more...

The Black Wisconsin high school superintendent who was pushed by a white father at a graduation ceremony on May 31 is speaking out.Read more...

What a world we live in. Instead of a white woman facing the consequences and backlash for wrongly using a racial slur in a video online, she is now turning it into a career opportunity.Read more...

It's no secret that the American health care system is broken. Sadly, this means patients can't always rely on hospital staff to give them the best care and advice they need.

It's not everyday that Gayle King overshares about her bestie Oprah Winfrey, but when she does-it's always something hilarious.Read more...

Love him or hate him, Donald Trump is good at politics. He gets what Democrats often overlook: the enduring value of fear.Read more...

Summer is in the air, ushering in high time for al fresco meals, rooftop bars, and summer Fridays. There's no time to take advantage of a three-day weekend like the present, and when it comes to a quick getaway, we at The Root have our sights set on New England's de-facto capital, a hub of classic architecture,...Read more...

As fans rushed to theaters this past weekend to catch Bad Boys: Ride or Die," many were excited to see Will Smith's first return to the big screen following the Oscars slap heard round the world. Apparently, Stephen A. Smith wasn't among them.Read more...

The unmitigated gall of some white people. Despite the number of times we tell them not to use the N-word casually, too many of them still do.Read more...

As far as we're concerned, the more Denzel Washington, the better. Recent news has revealed that John Boyega will star in a prequel series based on Washington's film The Book of Eli," while Yahya Abdul-Mateen II will take on a series that predates his actor's 2004 flick Man on Fire." This has us wondering if there...Read more...

On Monday (June 10), President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris gave powerful remarks at their Juneteenth concert, which took place on the White House lawn. Biden's speech was used to warn attendees how Republicans are trying to set Black America back.Read more...

It would seem as if Sheila E., of all people, would never have a problem getting into Paisley Park. After all, the Grammy-nominated musician is one of Prince's most famous proteges, so why would she ever be turned away from his famous studio-turned-museum?Read more...

As if things for Tory Lanez weren't already bad enough, it seems that the artist has received another piece of unfortunate news.Read more...

A Nashville DoorDasher thought he was going to get away with spewing racial slurs during an otherwise routine delivery. But the internet had time for him.

A toddler being murdered in cold blood is bad enough. But the person who is allegedly responsible showing that she feels no remorse may be even worse.Read more...

The search in Minnesota for a missing 4-year-old autistic boy ended in tragedy. Authorities announced Monday that Waeys Mohamed's body was found deceased in a creek, likely from accidental drowning. They are trying to dispel online chatter about his death.Read more...

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Bad Boys: Ride Or Die," the fourth installment in the popular movie franchise starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, opened on June 7 with an impressive debut of $56 million in the U.S. and $104.6 million globally. It is also the second biggest domestic launch of the summer right after Kingdom of the Planet of the...Read more...

Power Book II: Ghost" star Michael Rainey Jr. found himself in an unfortunate situation" on Sunday when an appearance with a Twitch streamer went from awkward and uncomfortable to inappropriate and unacceptable.

Even from prison, Suge Knight is making his voice loud and clear about his biggest rival in the music industry, Sean Diddy" Combs.Read more...

Just because your favorite broadcast network series have wrapped up their seasons, it doesn't mean you're out of fresh TV to obsess over. Summer brings huge streaming and cable hits, reality favorites and fun game shows. Bookmark this page and relax, we've taken all the guesswork out of your schedule with our summer...Read more...

A Black mother demands accountability from the suburban Boston school district that allegedly ignored multiple racial bullying incidents targeting her son.Read more...

There's no debate, Drake is still the most popular rapper in the world, despite his very public defeat to Kendrick Lamar in the rap battle of the century.Read more...

For blended families, Father's Day can be a little stressful. If you're Nick Cannon, that chaos is next level. To ensure that all 11 of his kids get the opportunity to connect," the actor/comedian has a crazy balancing act to navigate on Father's Day.

A white content creator is taking heat online for her criticism of Fenty Beauty's Hydra Vizor Huez, a lightweight tinted moisturizer with SPF 30. In a since-deleted TikTok video, the creator calls out Rihanna and the brand because although the product comes in 10 shades, the lightest shade was still too dark for her...Read more...

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A history of fertility issues, advanced maternal age or being in a same-sex relationship are among the reasons some couples need to seek help when they're ready to grow their families.Read more...

Bad Boys: Ride or Die" might be the savior of the summer box office. The Will Smith and Martin Lawrence-starring film came in at number one this weekend, surpassing expectations and reviving the startlingly sleepy start to the summer movie season with a global $104.6 million opening weekend, per Entertainment Weekly.

In the past, we've discussed the unfair stereotype that Black women need to be strong all the time. We can't let our vulnerability show because that gives the haters power. But we're only human and no one is unbreakable. For Black women in the spotlight, that balancing act is even harder, because we can see them being...Read more...

Donald Trump is currently selecting his Vice President for the upcoming election, with potential candidates consisting of Republican Senators Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio. Additionally, Ben Carson is also on the list. Last month, Donald Trump became the first former president to be convicted of...Read more...

We all know Kendrick Lamar has been Drake's number-one enemy throughout 2024. But along with the many other artists he's taken shots at on his numerous diss tracks, the Toronto rapper has also made some enemies in the media.Read more...

Howard University has officially severed all ties with Sean Diddy" Combs, including snatching back his honorary doctorate degree.Read more...

In the time since he was almost killed in a car accident on the New Jersey Turnpike, actor/comedian Tracy Morgan has been open about his recovery and the continuing impact the incident has on his life. In typical Morgan fashion, these conversations usually come through humor in his stand up routines.Read more...

MacKenzie Scott got a pretty hefty payday when she divorced Amazon founder, former CEO and all-around bajillionaire Jeff Bezos in 2019. The $38 billion dollar settlement she received made her one of the richest women in the world.Read more...

The shocking allegations against Sean Diddy" Combs and the devastating footage of him physically assaulting ex-girlfriend Cassie has led to a lot of questions about the real man behind the public persona. It's understandable that those who know him away from the spotlight are now reevaluating their interactions with...Read more...

Following the shocking decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit to stop the Atlanta-based Fearless Fund from administering grants to Black women, one of its co-founders is speaking out.

Congratulations are in order for Eboni K. Williams. The 40-year-old attorney, television personality and Real Housewives of New York alum is expecting her first baby this August. She shared the news, along with a set of beautiful baby bump shots with PEOPLE this week.Read more...

Recently Revolt revealed new leadership since Sean Diddy" Combs-who founded the media and television company-stepped down and sold his majority stake. Try guessing who will take over.Read more...

A routine trip to the grocery store turned into a horror movie after a woman allegedly attacked a mother and her 3-year-old son with a kitchen knife, leaving the toddler with fatal injuries.

The beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake ended nearly a month ago, and fans on social media are still doing their best to keep it alive.Read more...