HBCU Gets Recognition, Sunny Hostin's Slavery Connection, Bob Marley's Biopic, And More Surprising Black History News

The late 1950s were a time of racial segregation, discrimination and inequality in America. But in the middle of all that despair, the men’s basketball team at Tennessee A&I University was making history. The Tigers were the first HBCU team to win a national championship and the first college team to secure three consecutive championships in 1957, 1958 and 1959. - Angela Johnson Read More

This week marks what would have been Bob Marley’s 79th birthday! The reggae singer’s much-anticipated biopic, “Bob Marley: One Love,” starring Kingsley Ben-Adir and Lashana Lynch is set to release in theaters on February 14th. The advocate for peace died at only 36, but his legacy has gone on to influence artists and fans alike for decades. Here is the life of Bob Marley. - Amira Castilla Read More

The View co-host Sunny Hostin is the latest celebrity to be blown away by a surprise from their origin story. The attorney and author appeared on the February 6 episode of PBS’s ‘Finding Your Roots,” where host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shared some shocking news about her family tree. - Angela Johnson Read More

During Black History Month, we often focus on the civil rights leaders who fought for our rights while on American soil. However, there were a great deal of celebrities and public figures who served the country and our community in U.S. Army. - Kalyn Womack Read More

If you start your day with a cup of coffee or end your evening listening to jazz, you can thank African people. Traditions and practices from across the continent have found their way to practically every corner of the globe. From the music we love to the art we admire, Africa’s influence is undeniable. Check out a few of the amazing things Africa has introduced to the rest of the world. - Angela Johnson Read More

We’re all pretending we’re excited about the Super Bowl LVIII showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers, but let’s be honest: We’re really just looking forward to the food and Usher’s halftime show performance of course. Whether you prefer an actual meal or a buffet of appetizers, there’s no wrong way to indulge on Super Bowl Sunday. To help you prepare your menu, here are some of The Root staff’s favorite game day snacks. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Chef Carla Hall (Max’s ‘Chasing Flavor’, ‘The Chew’) vividly remembers the nurturing nature of her family.

The actor (‘The Irrational’) recalls growing up in The South and the effect that moving north had on his upbringing.