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The civil rights icon may have been born more than a century ago this month, but his words will live on forever. Let's took a look back at his most impactful ones!

After Dr. Cerina Fairfax was killed by her husband on April 16, we're exploring why Black women are 3x more likely to be murdered by intimate partners, and why that number is rising.

On the heels of the blockbuster "Michael" biopic, we're taking a look inside the home where the legendary artist and his siblings grew up.

Janet Jackson is turning 60! So what better time than any to take a look back at her best performances of all time? Let's get into it!

From safety tips to historic relevance, here's everything to know about the National Day of Action protest scheduled for May 16 in Alabama.

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.

Nicki Minaj has shocked a majority of her fans over the last several months by aligning herself with President Trump and the right. And now, we finally know why!

The Root spoke exclusively with Rep. Shomari Figures (D-AL) about the impact of the Louisiana v. Callais decision on Black political power in his state and around the country.

We are honoring all of the Black stars who left us in 2026.

Refusing to be silenced, these Black Southern icons are mobilizing to reclaim the power SCOTUS stripped from the Voting Rights Act.