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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke exclusively to The Root about "Block by Block," which targets Black and brown communities most impacted by housing disparities.

Lizzo's new collaboration with Chili's is igniting debates online over animal ethics as PETA speaks out.

Cynthia Erivo may be slightly sad over the backlash from her 'Wicked' press tour, but if we're honest—the chatter has some justification to it and here's why.

Keke Palmer and Sean Evans have sparked dating rumors after they couldn't hide their obvious chemistry in a recent podcast episode.

The former 'Baywatch' star is opening up about what caused her divorce from former NBA star Dennis Rodman and sharing all-new details! Let's get into it.

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.

Written by Lewis F. Powell Jr., the "Powell Memo" called on corporate America to respond to rising criticism of the free enterprise system — a strategy folks feel is unfolding in real time under the Trump administration

From Charlotte and Nashville to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., these 10 cities are laying the groundwork to become the nation's next Black Wall Street.

Touré has officially responded to the viral video capturing a heated, cringeworthy argument between him and his permanent guest, Cheyenne Bryant, a life coach whose claims to be a doctor of psychology have recently come under intense scrutiny. The on-air argument happened during the 2025 “Truth Talks” series but resurfaced recently. Things spiraled when Touré’s […]

Keeping kids entertained during the summer is important, but keeping their minds active matters just as much. Here are practical ways you can help children avoid the summer slide without spending a fortune.