Artists from Jimi Hendrix to Robert Johnson have been added to a cultural phenomenon known as the 27 Club."Read more...

The suit references several incidents between Merrill and a couple of her former Black colleagues. And we've got all the details!Read more...

As unfortunate as it may be, more than a few Black films have been on the receiving end of dreadful ratings. Let's take a look!Read more...

If you're considering a move to Ghana, we're looking at just how much home you can get for your money.Read more...

After weeks of back and forth in the Tenn. courts, Bryon Black was given lethal injection, but it didn't go as planned.Read more...

Trevor Lee, 14, asked a 911 operator to pray for him when he called to confess to a gruesome crime.Read more...

The singer said she'll have to take a step to recover from throat surgery.Read more...

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Police and local officials continue to search for Olasinmibo Sinmi" Abosede, who left her home on the morning of July 30.Read more...

Democrats Are Saying, "We Are Not Going High As Trump Tries To Erase The Black, Hispanic Vote in Texas!"Read more...

Candace Owens is being sued by the French president, but way before that happened, Trump allegedly tried to intervene.Read more...

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After coming to America in 2023, Marc Rocher has become an integral part of his community. Now, he's at risk of being ripped away from all he's built.Read more...

As many PBS stations across the country try to find funding to stay afloat, we're looking at some of the Black actors behind the most beloved children's show characters.Read more...

This latest trend spawned by an old Minaj song is making waves online, but it may have finally reached its "breaking" (lol) point.Read more...

August6,2025, marks the 10th anniversary of "Hamilton," and the internet still cant agree on the real Alexander's race.Read more...

Denzel's New Movie and Cannes Film Festival favorite comes out next week, but does anyone know that?Read more...

Domonique L. Wilson, who operates My Little Angels daycare, was charged with five felonies of child endangerment.Read more...

For generations, our hair was known as a sacred extension of us that should be respected, carrying energy and spirituality. This is why so many of our mothers would say, Don't let people at school play in yo' head,"Read more...

Legionnaires' disease first came to public attention in 1976 during an outbreak at an American Legion convention in Philadelphia.Read more...

If you've been paying any attention to the news here lately when it comes to Sharpe, the last few weeks haven't exactly brought him the best news.Read more...

CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King has President Trump in his feelings, prompting him to claim her career is over in a Truth Social post.Read more...

Conspiracy theories are starting to build online about the molten blob Scientists Say Is Headed Towards NYCRead more...

It's not everyday you see a rapper and athlete go at it online, but that's exactly what's been happening between Minaj and NFL star Bryant. Let's get into it.Read more...

Prince, Michael K. Williams and Coolio are just some of the Black celebrities who died due toRead more...

If the news has got you feeling a little more doom and gloom these days--don't worry, we got you with some good ole TV and films to help distract you!Read more...

Fresh off 'Sinners,' Michael B. Jordan is gearing up for his next big film. But fresh scrutiny is threatening his new project. Let's break it down!Read more...

In the viral TikTok, the young Black girl points out exactly who she said called her a slur. Then, her family began demanding justice.Read more...

The Black internet is outraged by a recently resurfaced clip of a white mom feeding her Black tripletsRead more...

"This is what I want people to know about this situation," Dyson boldly stated during the interview.Read more...

The legendary singer continues to speak about Diddy's alleged misdeeds for months.Read more...

Sean Combs is back in the headlines, again. This latest battle might be more disturbing than the trial itself.Read more...

James Harden is being trolled for getting "extremely fat,'' in photos but there's more to the story.Read more...

Nearly two decades later, Williams is still traumatized from her unforgettable on-stage moment.Read more...

There are more than a handful of celebs who could stand to put their chronically online status on pause for awhile! Let's get into it!Read more...

This isn't the first time Elon Musk has been criticized for his interesting thoughts on slavery... but this time, Black people let him have it online!Read more...

Singer Ciara is one of the first celebrities to take advantage of a new law that allows descendants of slavery to become citizens of the West African country of Benin.Read more...

"We don't need likes, comments, and reposts, we need action," Butterfield told The Root.Read more...

Part doctor, part detective, Morris Chestnut talks about his starring role on the new CBS series, 'Watson."Read more...

From attacks to former President Barack Obama to threats to a Black U.S. Capitol police officer, Trump has made his political hit list very clear.Read more...

Many on Black TikTok think the viral video would have received a much different reaction if the little girl was Black.Read more...

Henry Betsey Jr. met all three of his wives on dating apps and married them at county courthouses. The only problem - he never got divorced.Read more...

Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital treated nearly 50 gunshot victims over the span of four days. Now, Quavo is lending his hand to those affected.Read more...

After previously saying he would "look at the facts" to pardon Diddy, President Trump has updated his thoughts on the matter.Read more...

The popular sports pundit and the former First Lady became the topic of social media timelines over the weekend thanks to a new interview.Read more...

"The Breakfast Club" host appeared on Lara Trump's Fox News show to give his opinion on President Trump's first six months in office.Read more...

Some folks say casting "a bald Black lesbian" as Jesus is not only "repulsive," but "demonic" and an "abomination."Read more...

As the world mourns the loss of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, we're looking at some of the Black celebrities whose untimely deaths shocked us.Read more...

As the country continues to deal with the fallout of the infamous Jeffery Epstein files, The Root is taking a closer look at some of the most polarizing conspiracy theories in American history.Read more...

An eagle-eyed fan spotter the rapper cycling in the Hamptons, and their video has since gone viral.Read more...