FAMU's Hazing Scandal: What Now?

Alumni and experts discuss what happened at FAMU and how to make sure it never happens again.

The Lighter the Skin, the Shorter the Prison Term?

A recent study of women convicted of crimes shows that dark-complexioned blacks serve more time in jail.

Who Really Killed Chauncey Bailey?

Bailey was the first journalist killed in the U.S. because of his reporting since 1976. One man confessed to the shooting, but a group of journalists investigating his Oakland, Calif., murder say others were involved.

Grant Hill Misses Chance to Slam-Dunk on 'Uncle Tom'

You can't blame Hill for striking back after he was insulted in an ESPN documentary, but he missed an opportunity to further the conversation about a class rift among some blacks.

The Root Interview: The Man Behind 'Black Marriage Negotiations'

He might be happily married, but Darroll Lawson was inspired to create his infamous viral video by what he considers to be single black women's relationship issues.

A Father-to-Be's Promise to Break the Cycle

Headlines might herald the antics of deadbeat dads like Howard Veal, father of 23; but meanwhile, one black father is making a promise to his unborn son.