The Root

The Root is an online magazine that focuses on African-American culture, available in English. It was founded on January 28, 2008, by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and Donald E. Graham, and was part of Graham Holdings Company through its digital division, The Slate Group. The publication has gained a substantial following, with over 210,000 Twitter followers, and features a segment called The Chatterati that highlights discussions from Black Twitter. In 2015, The Root was acquired by Univision Communications from Graham Holdings.

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Jalen Hurts and Our Other Favorite Children's Books Written By Black Celebrities | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

It may be off-season for the NFL, but Jalen Hurts is not slowing down. Fresh off his Super Bowl win, the Eagles quarterback can add published author to his already impressive resume. His new children's picture book, "Better Than a Touchdown," which is scheduled to drop in March 2026, teaches young readers about the power of teamwork. Colorful drawings by illustrator Nneka Myers help bring the story to life.
Finally, We Know Whether Diddy Will Take The Stand in His Own Trial | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

Prosecutors wrapped up their sex crime case against Sean “Diddy” Combs as early this week. Y’all know what that means - Combs’ attorneys are up next to present evidence to prove the rapper’s innocence. Now, we just found out the answer to the question we've been dying to know: whether Combs will testify or not.
Here's What We Know About Diddy Taking the Stand in His Own Trial | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

Prosecutors wrapped up their sex crime case against Sean “Diddy” Combs as early this week. Y’all know what that means: Combs’ attorneys are up next to present evidence to prove the rapper’s innocence. Now, we just found out the answer to the question we've been dying to know: whether Combs will testify or not.
Mother Allegedly Bashes Her 6-Year-Old Daughter's Head in with Hammer, But How She Involves Her Son is Truly Chilling | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Branson Brooks

A 6-year-old is in critical condition after her mother allegedly beat in her skull with a hammer, but how she apparently involved her son in the attack will keep you up at night. Dominique Thorne Reveals Why She Almost Passed on <em>Ironheart</em> To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Video Player is loading.
How This Mother’s Testimony Might Have Just Landed Her Own Son a Murder Case | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

The spotlight has been on 34-year-old Desmond Burks, a Black Detroit resident, ever since he was named a person of interest in the brutal slaying of a local beloved surgeon. The police are still gathering evidence to support pressing charges.
Video of Black Man Tased by Philly Cop for Standing in The Street Sparks Outrage

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

A video of a heated interaction between a Philadelphia cop and a Black man is going viral on social media. The public is shocked at how a Black man standing on the street garnered such a violent response from the police. Now, local officials are leaning in to take action.
Internet Reacts to Nicki Minaj Clapping Hard at Jay-Z's Label | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Branson Brooks

Nicki Minaj is coming for Roc Nation and she’s not holding back. The rapper is threatening to expose the record label, specifically targeting its founder, Jay-Z and CEO Desiree Perez. Minaj alleges that Roc Nation is attempting to sabotage her marriage and manipulate her social media presence. Dreaming of NYSE?
Expert On Big Development for Black Man Whose Dreads Were Shaved Off by Prison Officers | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

Dreaming of NYSE? Adopt an Entrepreneurial Mindset First, Loren Douglass says To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Video Player is loading. Current Time 0:00Duration 1:17Remaining Time -1:17Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. End of dialog window. Dreaming of NYSE?
New Development for Black Man Whose Dreads Were Shaved Off by Prison Officers | The Root

3 days ago | theroot.com | Kalyn Womack

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The Heartbreaking Reason Gabrielle Union Lets Money Dictate Her Choice in Roles | The Root

4 days ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

An actress like Gabrielle Union, who has paid her dues and scored major hits on the big and small screen should have her pick of any role she wants. But in a recent conversation during the American Black Film Festival in Miami, Union revealed that when she's deciding what to do, she has to be mindful of her pay, as she balances being a working actor with caring for her children and her father, Sylvester Union, who is living with dementia.