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.
What Happened After an Atlanta Teen Was Shot in Her Own Home Minutes Before Her 18th Birthday
Raven Brown of Atlanta had just ended her Instagram livestream counting down to her 18th birthday with friends before she was shot in her bedroom.
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” in flyers for a Black History Month celebration.
A Definitive List of D’Angelo’s Greatest Hits, In Honor of His Birthday
In honor of D’Angelo’s 52nd birthday, let’s take a look at some of his greatest songs that made him a Neo-Soul icon.
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. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.
Ketanji Brown Jackson Claps back at GOP Criticism
This marks the second time conservatives have raised concerns over Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s appreciation of the arts.



