Surprise Underground Railroad Safe House Found Inside Historical NYC Mansion
While the NYC Merchant House is famous for its grandiose nature, the truth lying underneath the ground floor is a more humbling representation of Black American history.
FAMU President Issues Comment After Student Claims Flyer for ‘Black’ Event Was Rejected
An HBCU student is raising alarm after she was prevented from using the word “Black”
Stacey Abrams and More Influential Black Leaders and Celebs Share 100 Life-Changing Lessons
The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926.
Exclusive: Rev. A.R. Bernard on Becoming NYPD’s Chaplain During Trying Times
Rev. A.R. Bernard, Brooklyn Pastor and Influential Faith Leader, Speaks on His New Role as
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Why Are Black Americans Expecting the Worst When Stepping into Doctor’s Offices?
A new study found that most Black Americans are walking into the doctor’s office expecting to be treated poorly.
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9 Inspirational Quotes From Rosa Parks, an Icon of the Civil Rights Movement
Nearly 70 years after Rosa Parks’ courage led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott, we remember some of her most inspirational words.
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My Kids’ Germs Ain’t Taking Me Down! 5 Disinfectants to Keep My Home Germ-Free.
‘Tis the season for germs and viruses. But these disinfectants can keep them away.
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17 Christmas Songs That Ain’t By Black Folks But Are Still Welcome on the AUX
I will “Let it Snow” with Boyz II Men but I’ll also “Let it Snow” with Dean Martin.
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Angel Reese Is Back On the Court, and It’s No One’s Business Why She Was Gone
After a four-game absence, on Thursday, the basketball star returned to lead LSU to a win over Virginia Tech. After the game, she addressed her time away.
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Good News For Bronny James Following His Cardiac Arrest
The James family released a statement updating the public about his condition.