Pro-ICE Sheriff Is Toppled by a Black Pastor in NC
Shannon Long defeated longtime Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson with 52.41% of the vote, campaigning on ending addressing racial profiling and rebuilding trust...
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Chaos Erupts at Jackson City Council Meeting as the Fight Over Data Centers Got Personal
Kenneth Stokes’ city council meeting outburst went viral, but Mississippi’s growing data center debate reveals deeper tensions within the community. Read more.
Cynthia Erivo to Play Tupac’s Mom Afeni Shakur in New Film and Black Folks Online Are Not Pleased
Cynthia Erivo will soon be portraying the mother of the late rapper Tupac Shakur and the news isn't sitting well with a lot of Black folks online! Here's why. Read more.
The Most Surprising Moments From Stephanie Mills’ ‘Club Shay Shay’ Interview
Stephanie Mills is getting candid in a new interview with Shannon Sharpe. Here's some of the best moments! Read more.
Black Voters Aren’t Playing With Democrats: What They Are Demanding Right Now
After Democrats reclaimed both the House and the Senate in a stunning midterm elections sweep, an ultimatum has put the Democrats on notice: ditch the passivity. Read more.
Why Diverse Leadership Makes America Strong
When leadership mirrors the diversity of the nation, governance sharpens, oversights vanish, and public policy finally delivers for everyone. Read more.
The 2026 Midterms Belonged to Black Women
Black women aren't waiting for history. We're making it. Read more.
Why a New Filing Could Force Halle Berry to Pay Olivier Martinez Thousands in Bitter Custody Battle
Halle Berry's legal battle with ex Olivier Martinez is still ongoing, as evidenced by new court filings that could see her shell out thousands of dollars. Read more.
The Funniest Memes Coming Out of the 2026 Midterms
The 2026 midterm election not only saw a "blue wave," but it also saw a litany of jokes and memes that have had folks crying laughing from sun up to sun down. Here...
Expert: DEI Will Come Back. The 2026 Midterms Just Proved It
Yes, DEI is coming back. It may come back under a new name, but it will come back because it's the only way any company, school or political party can survive. The...
TikTok Creator Marcel Johnson Dies at 32 After Brave Battle With Stage 4 Cancer
TikTok is in mourning after popular creator Marcel Johnson died at age 32 following a months-long battle with stomach cancer. Read more.
Rising Political Stars to Watch After the 2026 Midterms
From historic Black gubernatorial wins to a new generation of diverse political voices, these are the names poised to make their mark on the national stage! Read more.
New Black Holiday Movies to Add to Your Watchlist ASAP
Get ready for some serious rom-coms, stand-up specials, and holiday movies to keep us satisfied in November and all cozy season! Let's take a look! Read more.
Everything You Need to Know About U.S. Virgin Islands Governor-elect Stacey Plaskett
Last night, Governor-elect Stacey Plaskett became one of many to cement her name in the history books by becoming the first woman to lead the U.S. Virgin Islands....
Viral Moments You Missed From Election Night 2026
From historic first votes to lively celebrations, we've rounded up some of the most fascinating moments from a historic Election Night 2026. Read more.
Druski’s Megachurch Pastor Character Lands New Netflix Series
“Collect & Praise,” premiering Dec. 1, will follow Druski’s pastor character and Mike Epps as deacon. Read more.
Here are The Biggest Flipped Seats of Midterm 2026
From high-profile flips to major congressional upsets, here is how Democrats assembled a national wave that caught Republicans off guard. Read more.
Enough with the Haters: 5 Reasons You Should Watch ‘All’s Fair’ on Hulu
The highly-anticipated second season of 'All's Fair' is finally here! But if you're still on the fence on whether or not you should tune in—here's a few reasons why...
Black History is Made in Governor’s Races Across America
From Keisha Lance Bottoms’ glass-shattering victory in Georgia to Byron Donalds’ historic win in Florida, the 2026 midterms redrew the blueprint for executive...
Who Approved This? The Biggest Misses at the 2026 CFDA Awards
From Naomi Osaka to Shaboozey, these Black stars just didn't hit the fashion mark at the 2026 CFDA Awards. Let's take a look! Read more.
What Really Happened: Marvin Winans on the Haley Stevens, Mike Rogers Church Controversy
After a controversial service pulled his Detroit church into election drama, the iconic pastor clarifies what really happened. Read more.
Howard Alum’s Fashion Line is a Symbol of HBCU Pride
Through Legacy. History. Pride., Howard University alumnus Tahir Murray is transforming the cultural significance of HBCUs into a fashion movement that celebrates...
Emyatzi Corinealdi Defends Her Character’s Addiction Story on ‘Reasonable Doubt’
As fans grow weary of the addiction storyline in the new season of 'Reasonable Doubt,' star Emyatzi Corinealdi is addressing the backlash. Read more.
D.C. Residents Are Mad at the Metro System For Snubbing a Viral Black Content Creator
Residents of the Chocolate City are calling out the folks in charge of their public transit system for a recent collab with a white influencer from Florida. Read more.
Why One Black UK Politician is Speaking Out Against Reparations for Slavery
As folks in the Caribbean push for reparations for the slave trade, Black British-Nigerian politician Kemi Badenoch is leading the fight against their cause. Read more.
The Best Looks From Lagos Fashion Week 2026
We're looking at the designers, influencers and street-style moments that made Lagos Fashion Week 2026 unforgettable. Read more.
A Strategist Knocked on Doors in Fla. and Georgia. Here’s What Black Voters Want Democrats to Know
A Strategist knocked on 1000 doors and now reveals what Black Americans want from Democrats. Read more.
Take a Look Inside Jaylen Brown’s Chic Boston Penthouse
If you thought Jaylen Brown's game was impressive, take a look at his Boston penthouse! Read more.
Blasphemy! Kirk Franklin Shocks Fans by Revealing He Has Never had Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings from the ATL
Kirk Franklin’s body is a temple, but his latest dietary confession feels like cultural blasphemy. Read more.
A $3.5 M Harriet Tubman Painting Is Being Sold, but For Reasons She’d Love
Bennett College's planned auction of the historic Aaron Douglas masterpiece highlights Black cultural preservation and the financial challenges facing HBCUs. Read more.
The Root Joins Top Black Media Voices For Live Coverage of Election Night 2026
We're partnering with 'The People's Election Night' to bring you live 2026 midterm coverage straight from Black communities . Read more.
New Database Tracks Missing and Murdered Black Women in Washington, D.C., Thanks to Howard University Student
Black women make up 20% of all missing persons cases each year. A Howard University student created a database to track their cases. Read more.
13 Dirty Tricks and Messes That Shook Election Eve
A party backstab in Michigan and double-vision ballots in Alaska are just the start. From leaked tapes to brazen dirty tricks, here are 13 election-eve moments when...
Surprise Weddings! T.J. Holmes, Amy Robach and Their Exes Tie the Knot
Things between T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach have finally reached a new level. And the same can be said for their respective ex-spouses! Let's talk about it. Read more.
18 Incarcerated Women Just Made History Earning Degrees from Northwestern
Nearly 20 women at the Illinois Department of Corrections received degrees from Northwestern University on Oct. 16 in a historic U.S. first. Read more.
2 Chainz’s Clash With Keith Lee Over Whether Celebs Should Get Special Treatment at Restaurants Has the Internet Pissed
Rapper 2 Chainz may have just upset his fanbase in a big way thanks to his recent debate with popular food critic Keith Lee. Let's get into it! Read more.
Exclusive: Is Slavery Really Over? ‘America Amended’ Traces the Roots of Milwaukee’s Mass Incarceration Crisis
Trymaine Lee travels to Milwaukee to examine how the 13th Amendment's slavery exception continues to shape Black communities through mass incarceration. Read more.
10 Things to Know for Election Day
Before you head out to the polls on Election Day, here are 10 essential moves to ensure your vote is fully protected. Read more.
