The Root

New York is a place where celebrities blend in with the general public because even with a gang of stylists by their side, the city brings out the inner fashionista in everyone. The People Gallery on TikTok has been capturing the best of New York fashion, and its elite street style is making the city proud. It is a...Read more...

Though rap beefs appeared to have calmed down in 2025, it looks like the spirit of dissing just might get revived thanks to comedian Mike Epps and his recent comments about Shannon Sharpe. And what he said may come as a surprise.Read more...

On Sunday (March 2), the Oscars paid homage to the late, great Quincy Jones by having Queen Latifah sing the iconic Ease on Down The Road" from 1978's The Wiz." Cynthia Erivo performed Home" from the film earlier in the telecast.Read more...

Halle Bailey's son can't help but go viral! In a clip the actress and singer posted to her social media accounts, her 14-month-old son Halo adorably reacts to a scene from one of her biggest movies, bringing her to tears.

Once upon a time, the mere mention of war with the United States could throw the entire world into chaos. But now, the threat of war has found a comfortable place in the everyday lives of Americans as President Donald J. Trump continues to dangle his power over anyone, including our closest allies, that even thinks...Read more...

When George Floyd was killed at the hands of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin back in May 2020, it became the catalyst for America to pay attention to the plight of Black people in this country. Not only were Black Lives Matter protests taking place on both national and international levels, the federal...Read more...

It'll be awhile until Ice Cube is stateside due to the natural disaster that is headed toward Australia and other countries in the region. Until then, he'll stay in his hotel room.Read more...

NBA star Anthony Edwards continues to make waves in the news, but it's not because of his amazing basketball prowess. In fact, it's all the drama surrounding him and his relationships with the mothers of his children that are taking centerstage and it's got the internet split.Read more...

Amber Rose is speaking her truth and airing out her feelings in an all new episode of Shannon Sharpe's podcast, Club Shay Shay." And while she spoke on many things, her comments about what she and Kanye West's ex-wife Kim Kardashian and his current wife Bianca Censori have in common are starting to make waves.Read more...

Roy Ayers, The Godfather of Neo-Soul," passed away at the age of 84 after battling a long illness." His music inspired a generation of R&B, jazz, and hip-hop artists.Read more...

Last year, The Root reported on the University of Kentucky student who was jailed for a year for assault and calling a Black classmate the N-word more than 200 times. Now, just four months into her sentence, Sophia Rosing has asked a judge to allow her to walk free on probation.Read more...

If the idea of 74-year-old Bill Murray getting up close and personal with 45-year-old Kelis left you with lots of questions, you were not alone. In 2023, reports linked the pair in a relationship that none of us could make sense of. And as photos of the pair out together circulated, things got even more confusing.Read more...

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A Detroit police officer just got exposed for sharing inappropriate messages with his 12-year-old stepdaughter. Now, he could mess around and go to prison.Read more...

In her new lifestyle show, With Love, Meghan," that premiered on Netflix on March 4th, Meghan Markle, or excuse me, Meghan Sussex, as she corrects Mindy Kaling in the show, spends time giving hosting, baking, cooking, and even candle making tips. It's the type of show that a person could watch on a Sunday afternoon...Read more...

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If you were already worried about the rising cost of, well, everything...you probably don't feel any better after listening to President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress - especially the part when he admitted that his newly imposed tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico could cause us to feel some pain."Read more...

The remains of hundreds of Black tenant farmers from a former Virginia tobacco plantation will be moved to a dedicated burial ground. The descendants of those buried have spoken out about the decision for the graves to be moved in order to accommodate an industrial park.Read more...

LeBron James may be a megastar when it comes to the NBA, as evidenced by his recent feat of becoming the first player to ever score 500,000 points in a career. But it looks like the basketball player just might also be the king of real estate if you consider his massive portfolio. Thankfully for you, we've got a...Read more...

Despite likely having money for days, T-Pain is still willing to cut costs in certain parts of his life, specifically traveling domestically. Although he could afford to take private jets, the Grammy award-winning singer prefers to save money flying commercially.Read more...

With all the talks of mass deportations and violence towards immigrants, it begs the question of how exactly the country got into this position. Migrants were once viewed as the backbone of the nation, and now- thanks to President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement- the conversation surrounding immigration has been...Read more...

It's March, which means it's once again time for madness in college basketball. And if you're a fan of the University of South Carolina's women's basketball team and its coach, Dawn Staley, it's time for more whining about how her team wins simply because it has all of the best players.Read more...

Since Trump was sworn into office again, it has been a scary and dangerous time for Black folks. We have felt completely alone-and The Root has written several stories asking where are our leaders to stand in opposition to the Republican party. Last night, we found at least one.Read more...

The House chamber exploded in cheers after a heart warming surprise during President Donald J. Trump's first joint address to Congress. Devarjaye DJ" Daniel, a 13-year-old in the audience diagnosed with brain cancer, was honored with a one-of-a-kind distinction.Read more...

Former Houston Mayor and U.S. Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner has died at the age of 70. According to his Instagram, Turner was inside the Capitol just before President Donald Trump took the stage for his first joint address to Congress.Read more...

There's never a dull moment in Florida - especially considering the latest alleged robbery of nearly a million dollars worth of jewelry. However, police say their suspect tried to hide the bling in an odd place.Read more...

The internet is working overtime trying to make sense of a now-viral photo of former Major League Baseball heavy-hitter, Sammy Sosa. The picture, viewed nearly 3 million times, was posted on X by @RickNunley60. And although it was taken on March 1 at the Chicago Cubs spring training facility in Mesa, Arizona, some...Read more...

Sheryl Lee Ralph is making waves on social media thanks to her hot take about how to win an Oscar. And while some folks see the merit in her stance, others are having a hard time agreeing with the veteran actress.Read more...

The Paradise season finale exceeded my expectations. It wrapped up the mystery of who killed the President in a surprising way. Samantha Redmond (code name Sinatra), the main villain of the show, paid for her wrongdoing in the worse possible way. (Legit, her being shot in the throat and kept alive in a semi-vegetative...Read more...

A Missouri jury came back with a decision in the case of a man accused of assault from an incident during his son's football practice. His offense? Police say he grew so frustrated with the coach, he pulled out a gun.Read more...

What started out as a simple date night for couple Common and Jennifer Hudson on Tuesday unfortunately turned into an ordeal they'll no doubt be talking about for the next few days. And once you see the video, you'll understand why.Read more...

Welp, it's time to add to the long list of politicians taking a stand against President Donald J. Trump. Texas Rep. Al Green sent off groaning boos" from republicans and mild cheers from democrats following a shocking demonstration at the Capitol last night (March 4).Read more...

Less than two months after his inauguration, President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress last night for his first major speech of his second term in office. Trump's 100-minute speech broke the record as the longest by any President in history. But while he spent most of the time patting himself on the...Read more...

Black folks have been fighting for equal representation in Hollywood for generations. Recent box office blowouts like Black Panther" and The Princess and the Frog" show there's not only a need but also a desperate want for Black on-screen characters. But still, within the last few years, a number of Black-led...Read more...

Though it's been three years since Will Smith famously slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, it's clear the shocking incident is still on he and his brother Tony Rock's minds. And they're both speaking out about it.Read more...

Skimpy Chipotle servings are annoying, yes, but never worth hurting someone over. Alas, a Detroit man just received his sentence for doing the absolute most over some guacamole.Read more...

Nearly one month after his passing, people associated with the late Irv Gotti are still reflecting on the relationship they had with the music producer and executive. The latest to do so is Ashanti, who hada long and complicated history with the founder of Murder Inc. Records.Read more...

A white Seattle man is in MAJOR trouble after allegedly attacking two people while spewing racial slurs at them. According to police, the suspect took it a step further than just offensive language.Read more...

Last month, Southern University student Caleb Wilson tragically died after an off-campus fraternity event. Wilson was just 20 years old at the time of his death. It was initially reported that he suddenly collapsed - but now, a local Louisiana news outlet has reported a shocking development in the case.Read more...

It's been more than ten years since former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama purchased three acres of land in Hawaii. Now, it looks like their custom island dream home is ready for them to move in.Read more...

If it's one thing to know about President Donald J. Trump it's that you can never really predict what will come out of his mouth. But with the president set to address Congress for the first time tonight, The Root is prepping for any unexpected madness.Read more...

Ne-Yo isn't the only R&B singer who is not built to live a monogamous lifestyle. Omarion recently opened up about his love life, and it turns out he views relationships similarly to Ne-Yo.Read more...

Paradise" is a sensation. It is the show of 2025 (thus far). Jump on X, Facebook, Bluesky or TikTok, and you'll find Black folks discussing it. It could be because Sterling K. Brown is in it...but let's be honest: The real reason this show has captured Black America's attention is because of the bonkers, unbelievable,...Read more...

Conservative commentator Candace Owens has spent years spewing inflammatory rhetoric. From essentially blaming George Floyd for his own death to labeling Black Lives Matter a terrorist" organization to befriending Kanye West and endorsing his antisemitic mumblings, the pundit knows what keeps her name in headlines.Read more...

Jamie Foxx is once again debunking rumors. Only this time, it has nothing to do with his health and more to do about an alleged illegitimate child of his. Don't worry, we'll explain.Read more...

Zoe Saldana is officially an Oscar winner! But with success comes much criticism, and the actress seems to be swimming in it lately. After winning Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Perez," the internet had a lot to say over what many are calling a tone deaf response to ongoing criticism.Read more...

Jay-Z is certainly going to make sure he gets the last say in the legal battle against rape claims coming from a mysterious Jane Doe Diddy accuser. His latest move is a countersuit...against the woman herself.Read more...

From the moment he showed up on the Mufasa: The Lion King" red carpet with his parents and siblings in December, folks have been trying to get every bit of intel they can on who Aaron Pierre is spending his time with. We won't even tell you how many times we've watched his spirit tunnel walk on The Jennifer Hudson...Read more...

Vice President JD Vance probably thought he could enjoy the ski slopes of Vermont in peace following that treacherous meeting with the president of Ukraine, but protestors had other plans and blew his whole spot up.Read more...

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire Elon Musk, has wreaked havoc ever since forming under President Donald Trump's second presidential term. The agency's extensive layoffs within the federal government had have damning consequences.Read more...