The “Lioness” star is keeping it real about why the burden of answering for Hollywood’s social and political issues so often ...

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have always been about more than getting a degree. They’re places where Black students find community, build confidence, and, sometimes, meet the ...

Just when you thought Megan Thee Stallion had the Midas touch and was well-loved, she recently received the ultimate stamp of approval from Michelle Obama. And trust us when we tell you, the ...

In an exclusive interview with The Root, Hardy pushed back on the idea that Black political participation begins and ends with voting. That way of thinking, she says, leaves too many people feeling ...

According to the report, Alabama’s maternal mortality rate is 65 deaths per 100,000 births, nearly twice the national rate.

It started as a typical Thursday for Kiara Bowling, who was supposed to be taking a friend’s dog for a walk. Now, the 31-year ...

After decades of waiting, displaced Black families will finally receive reparations for homes seized and communities ...

One year after announcing their engagement, singer Coco Jones and NBA star Donovan Mitchell have officially tied the knot—and ...

Hollywood has no shortage of talented Black men, but some are making it especially hard to focus. From Michael B. Jordan to Damson Idris, these single stars don’t just give outstanding on-screen ...

Odeal sat down with The Root to talk about his favorite Afrobeats/Afro-R&B hits and his forthcoming EP—just in time for summer!

In Washington, D.C., Janeese Lewis George, a Black candidate aligned with the DSA, won the Democratic mayoral primary. In New York, Zohran Mamdani is building strong support among Black voters, ...

Washington, D.C. was long ago dubbed “Chocolate City,” in recognition of its significance as a place where Black residents ...