In 2024, Cherise Doyley was in her 12th hour of labor when a nurse brought a tablet to her bedside. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame just inducted the Class of 2026, including some of our faves.

Issa Rae slammed the rollback of DEI in a new interview with TheWrap’s Raquel Calhoun, saying the entertainment industry is “tiptoeing” around diverse storytelling. “People aren’t investing like they were before. [DEI] has changed meanings and has become a bad word.”

Kay Matthews experienced a stillborn and a healthcare system that left her without support, sending her home with nothing more than the clothes she was wearing when she was admitted to the hospital. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

From the polo fields to the desert after-parties, style at #Coachella is already showing up and showing out. From Teyana Taylor’s showstopping look to Karrueche’s effortless festival chic fit, we’re giving you a first-hand look at who is setting the bar on and off the stage 🕶️

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here’s what comedian and actor @kevonstage.bsky.social shared with The Root.

We haven’t seen a movie like this in a long time — producer Will Packer reflects on the “golden era of Black rom-coms” and why it’s important to keep watching them. “You, Me & Tuscany” is in theaters now.

Tennis star Coco Gauff responded to the people critiquing her appearance in a recent ad for Miu Miu. In a TikTok video posted Thursday, the two-time Grand Slam winner addressed the backlash she received on social media for her makeup-free face and natural hair in the week-old ad.

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here are a few words of wisdom that actor William Stanford Davis shared with The Root.

Love is a journey 💞 Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page tell us how the definition of love has changed as they’ve grown older. “You, Me & Tuscany” hits theaters on April 10.

“Baby Got Back” 👀 Guess who picked this song as their personal rom-com love song? Watch Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page, Will Packer, and Kat Coiro tell us about their picks. “You, Me & Tuscany” hits theaters on April 10.

For the very first time, the NAACP has called for the invocation of the 25th Amendment to remove the President of the United States from office.

Last week, a group of midwives sued the state of Georgia, which has some of the strictest midwifery restrictions in the country.

Victor Glover Jr. — who is currently piloting the Artemis II around the moon — shared a poignant reflection from space about earth and our shared humanity 🌎

“This is the center of being Black for me.” Musician @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social discusses her multiracial identity and the significance of playing the banjo. Giddens sits down with Henry Louis Gates as he explores her ancestry. #FindingYourRoots premieres on PBS on April 7 at 8 pm ET.

“They did it anyway.” Watch actress Danielle Deadwyler learn about her ancestor’s defiance in the face of violence in the formerly confederate South. Deadwyler sits down with Henry Louis Gates to explore hidden truths about her family. #FindingYourRoots premieres on PBS on April 7 at 8 pm ET.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is going viral for her line of questioning during oral arguments for the birthright citizenship case this week. The justice appeared skeptical of the president’s argument against the Citizenship Clause in the 14th Amendment.

Victor Glover Jr. is set to become the first Black astronaut to reach the moon. His historic 10-day journey started Wednesday with a successful launch from Kennedy Space Center 🚀

Comedian Leslie Jones’ hot take on marriage and tradwives has the internet talking 👀 In an interview with Ziwe to promote her recent standup special “Leslie Jones: Life Part 2,” the two talked about everything from Jones’ rise in comedy to her dating preferences to, eventually, marriage.

[email protected] faces up to 17 years behind bars stemming from a legally protected visit to an ICE detention facility last year.

The Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments in the landmark birthright citizenship case today — and even President Trump was in attendance.

“Uncertainty in America is a frequent state of existence for us because we are categorically less safe. Lack of safety simply makes us more vulnerable to the worst things that can happen in life.” — Marisa Renee Lee

“The ongoing legal challenge to Florida’s Rooney Rule, a policy designed to promote diversity in the hiring of state college coaches and athletic directors, must be understood not as a legitimate legal argument, but as an act of legal fiction rooted in white supremacy.” — Gevin Reynolds

Coach Dawn Staley is enjoying yet another moment in her long and glorious career. South Carolina’s 78-52 win over TCU Monday night was the team’s 6th straight Final Four appearance with Staley at the helm.

Brandy Norwood was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday ⭐ The actress and legendary singer — whose music, film, and television career spans more than 30 years — appeared emotional while accepting the honor and reflecting on her dreams as a little girl.

“We have to start teaching people that when we talk about politics, there is not an aspect of your life — from your birth to your death — that is not impacted.” — Rev. Dr. William Barber II

This Women’s History Month, The Root asked several women: Whose shoulders do you stand on? @janainelson.bsky.social, president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, shares the insights she’s gained from icons like Marie Foster and Annie Lee Cooper on unbreakable courage.

Dr. LaNail R. Plummer, CEO of Onyx Therapy Group, explains how job loss can trigger anxiety, depression, and trauma among Black women.

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here are a few words that MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell shared with The Root.

This Women’s History Month, we asked a number of incredible, successful, powerful women: Whose shoulders do you stand on? @angelarye.bsky.social, CEO of IMPACT Strategies, shares the insights she’s gained from her mother Dr. Andrea Rye on the importance of opening doors for others.

“What is happening in Texas does not exist in isolation. Across the country, programs created to provide equal opportunity in contracting for marginalized groups are facing ideological legal and political challenges.” — Alphonso David

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom and insights from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here are a few words that actress and singer Tracie Thoms shared with The Root.

We’re less than a month out from one of the biggest cinematic moments of the year: the upcoming Michael Jackson movie. “Michael” boasts a star-studded cast and the introduction of the late King of Pop’s very own nephew Jaafar in the titular role 🎤👑

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here are a few words that Beatrice Dixon, CEO of The Honey Pot Company, shared with The Root.

61 years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous Montgomery speech, “How Long, Not Long,” reminding us that the arc of the moral universe bends only when we bend it.

Amid renewed attention on ballet and its cultural staying power, one thing’s for certain: Black women remain at the center of the art form 🩰💫

In an exclusive interview with GQ, Jay-Z reflects on his music, business, family, and life since the release of his debut album 30 years ago — a journey that’s included both celebration and controversy. Here’s what Jay-Z said when asked about the criticism he’s received for being a “capitalist.”

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom and insights from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here are a few words of wisdom that @staceyabrams.com shared with The Root.

Behind every FaceTime call, Zoom meeting, and late-night voice note is a piece of technology you might not think twice about. But Dr. Marian Rogers Croak did.

A federal policy that could have saved Breonna Taylor’s life has officially been rescinded by the Trump administration — six years following her death during a “no-knock” search at her Louisville home. Read more: www.theroot.com/6-years-afte...

Actress, dancer, and model Kiki Shepard passed away on March 16 after suffering a heart attack. Best known as co-host of “Showtime at The Apollo” from 1987 to 2002, Shepard was frequently admired as the “Apollo Queen of Fashion.”

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here’s what the legendary Marla Gibbs shared with The Root.

Fan favorite “Sinners” secured a record-breaking 16 nominations at the Academy Awards this year, and came away winning four #Oscars.

Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Cinematography, for her work on the smash hit “Sinners.” #Oscars

Michael B. Jordan walked away with the award for Best Actor at the #Oscars Sunday night for his double performance as twins Smoke and Stack in the historical fiction horror film “Sinners,” which received a record 16 Academy Award nominations.

Ryan Coogler won his first-ever Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for “Sinners.” Coogler is the second Black writer to win the award after Jordan Peele won for “Get Out” in 2018. “Sinners” broke the record for the most nominations — 16! — for any film in Academy Award history. #Oscars

Black Hollywood’s most powerful talent graced the red carpet Sunday for the 98th Academy Awards. #Oscars

The 2026 #Oscars have shaped up to be a monumental event. Thanks to “Sinners” and its biggest competitor “One Battle After Another,” this year’s race to the gold is poised to be a moment like no other — and could potentially be home to even more huge moments in Black history 🏆

We’re honoring the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture through a curated collection of wisdom and personal insights from some of the most influential Black thought leaders, creatives, and innovators. Here’s what Oscar-nominated actress Wunmi Mosaku shared with The Root.

While we get ready to place our bets on which Oscar nominee we think will win the gold, we’re honoring the Black woman who first broke down the racial barriers of entry in the Academy Awards: Hattie McDaniel 🏆 #Oscars