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Entertainment, Music

Doechii’s Rise to Stardom: How the Rapper Became Hip Hop’s Brightest New Star

Doechii's star just keeps rising, but this is far from an overnight success story.

By

Jared Alexander

Published

February 3, 2025
Criminal Justice, News

Were the Police Behind the Hanging Death of An Alabama Black Man? The FBI is Looking Into it

The family of Dennoriss Richardson alleges Alabama police were behind his hanging.

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

November 6, 2024
Politics, Politics

Kamala Harris Hopes To ‘Earn’ The Black Male Vote, But Experts Share Why Black Men Are Skeptical

Trump has gained some ground with Black men, according to some polls.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

September 20, 2024
Politics, Politics

Black Experts Critique Harris-Trump Presidential Debate

A host of Black experts report to The Root who they believe won the first debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and why.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

September 11, 2024
Crime, Criminal Justice, News

You’ll Never Believe What These Alabama Cops Found Inside an Easter Egg

Nearly 200 fentanyl pills were found stuffed inside two easter eggs during a traffic stop.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

April 4, 2024
Politics

The Most Outrageous Online Reactions To Fani Willis’ Testimony

Willis testified on Thursday during Donald Trump's election subversion case.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

February 16, 2024
Events, The Root Institute

You’re Invited to The Root Institute 2023

Speaker details are now live for The Root's annual gathering of America’s greatest Black minds. Join us for full day of conversations in our nation’s capital.

By

Tatsha Robertson

Published

September 15, 2023
Culture

“Republicans Ain’t Sh*t!” Reecie Colbert Comes For The GOP In New Book About 2022 Midterms

The "Long and Short Of It Guide To The 2022 Midterms: The Radical Republicans" author explains why her latest work is a must-read for Black people.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

August 21, 2022
Entertainment, Television

Jon Batiste Exits The Late Show With Stephen Colbert

The Grammy-winner is leaving his late show gig to focus on his music career.

By

Stephanie Holland

Published

August 12, 2022
News

Biden Administration Blocks Gov. Brian Kemp’s Plan To Have Private Companies Handle ACA

Gov. Kemp had planned to have residents shop for coverage through individual insurance companies or private brokers.

By

Murjani Rawls

Published

May 2, 2022