Current Events

Actor Joe Manganiello opens up about a devastating illness and the discovery of Black ancestors, revealing how both transformed his understanding of himself.

The Root is celebrating 100 years of John Coltrane and the Long Island home where he composed "A Love Supreme," and where his wife Alice recorded spiritual jazz albums.

After Halle Berry's eldest child came out in her defense, her ex-husband Olivier Martinez now wants to give their 13-year-old son a chance to speak.

UMD’s tennis team suspension highlights the racism Black athletes still face and raises urgent questions about accountability, campus culture and inclusion.

This isn’t law enforcement. It’s racism, sexism and xenophobia with a badge and a warrant. And as always, Black women are the first ones it comes for.

At 10 years old, Aleem “the Dream” 6 is turning his passion for music and band into purpose, with Virginia State University and his community behind him.

At 10 years old, Aleem “the Dream” 6 is turning his passion for music and band into purpose, with Virginia State University and his community behind him.

An investigation uncovered a secret text thread between six Charlotte-Mecklenburg cops allegedly using the N-word, and competing over who could pull over the most Black drivers.

Damson Idris' upcoming portrayal of Miles Davis is already facing online scrutiny over the film's decision to center Davis' love affair with a white, French woman. Let's get into it!

Jaden and Willow Smith are two of the biggest Gen Z fashion icons in Hollywood. We're taking a look back at some of their best style moments.