The Story of How Atlanta Became ‘Black Hollywood’
You know about Hollywood, but how much do you really know about the city of Atlanta and its reputation as “Black Hollywood?”
Afrika Bambaataa and Other Black Stars We Lost in 2026
We are honoring all of the Black stars who left us in 2026.
Black Pastor Charged With Manslaughter After Deadly Backyard Baptism
British Pastor Cheryl Bartley was charged Wednesday after 61-year-old Robert Smith drowned during a backyard baptism.
EXCLUSIVE: Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud About Love
The Root spoke with Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page ahead of the release of their new romcom, ‘You, Me & Tuscany,’ which is out in theaters on April 10!
Chick-fil-A Worker Finds $10K … And Then This Happened
A Chick-fil-A employee in North Carolina returned nearly $10,000 he found on Good Friday, saying his faith and values made keeping the money unthinkable.
How Dr. Dre Finally Became a Billionaire
Dr. Dre has officially reached billionaire status. Here’s exactly how he did it!
