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Black women are fed up with pricey salon visits and are taking their wallets to Ulta and JCPenney instead.

From the Greek Step Show to standout fashion and celebrity sightings, Howard’s 2026 Homecoming celebrated Black culture, Bison pride and tradition.

From the Greek Step Show to standout fashion and celebrity sightings, Howard’s 2026 Homecoming celebrated Black culture, Bison pride and tradition.

The team keeps losing, Jerry Jones keeps cashing checks, and fans keep showing up like they owe the franchise something.

The Michigan Senate candidate sat down with The Root's publisher to discuss Black voters, his faith, public service and democracy.

Kamala Harris is joining Derrick Johnson for a pair of community conversations as the NAACP ramps up its nationwide voter mobilization efforts ahead of November.

Since announcing that he has a baby on the way, John Boyega has officially entered the fine Black dads in Hollywood club. Here's a look at the rest of the gorgeous roster.

Backed by Rev. Al Sharpton, Vote Safe will mobilize trusted community members to protect voters and build lasting relationships in four states.

Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson alleges Memphis violated his First Amendment rights after banning him from council meetings amid data center protests.

Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson alleges Memphis violated his First Amendment rights after banning him from council meetings amid data center protests.