There is no debate that Queens’ own Nicki Minaj completely modernized rap with her versatility and bold lyricism. Born in ...

Russell Simmons is speaking out in an attempt to clear up a few things put out recently by his ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons.

Historically, Black women have been at the bottom of America’s social totem pole. That started to change in the 90s as they ...

R&B singer Chris Brown arrives at Southwark Crown Court, south London, where he is charged over an alleged assault in a ...

Moore’s actions are likely to cause an insidious ripple effect that will negatively impact other would-be Black coaches, as ...

The truth is that Christian Louboutin does have African ancestry. The iconic designer was born to a White mom and an Egyptian ...

The Root spoke with Danielle Belton and Junny Ann Hibbert about their mission to foster community among Black women with ...

While ‘Paradise’ and ‘Severance’ emerged as the front-runner of Black shows this year, there were others that are also worthy ...

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is calling for justice after the wrongful ICE arrest of an American citizen.

Every Friday and Saturday night, live jazz spills out the doors of the Black-owned Williamsburg Music Center in Brooklyn. It ...

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 20: Construction continues at the Barack Obama Presidential Center on August 20, 2025 in Chicago, ...

A memoir from one of the most successful “momagers,” the inspiring story of one of the most influential civil rights leaders ...