Current Events

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's widow is unfortunately still facing hardships in the aftermath of his shocking death. Here are the details.

A Texas surrogacy fight is raising questions about bodily autonomy, parental rights, abortion and how far contracts can control pregnancy.

A new AARP study showed 54% of Black adults say seeing older Black women on screen has made them feel more positive about aging.

Ruth Jurgensen, one of the few Black women executives in sports, opened up to The Root about how the NBA Foundation is driving real, lasting economic mobility for Black youth.

Davido’s call for Trump to monitor Osun raises questions about foreign intervention, Nigeria’s sovereignty and Trump’s complicated African agenda.

As midterms approach, one expert argues Black voters need more than ballots. Instead, they need opportunities to experience their collective power.

Kim Fields is sharing a little-known Black TV fact about her own mother! And we've got all the details.

From rising stars to Hollywood heavyweights, these men are serving good looks and talent. Let's take a look.

At the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, the PBS "American Masters" documentary played less like history than instruction for Black America right now.

After Stedman Graham's recent and rare public appearance, we're taking a look back at his longstanding love story with Oprah Winfrey.