DC Bridge Protester Agrees to End Standoff
A demonstrator who had been occupying the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington DC has announced plans to voluntarily end his protest action. According to...
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Portage County Outrage Over Sheriff’s Viral Post
Portage County Sheriff Bruce Sakowski faces national scrutiny after posting controversial Facebook message targeting political yard sign owners. NAACP launches investigation into potential voter intimidation....
Fannie Lou Hamer: Early Life and Fight for Justice
Fannie Lou Hamer, born in 1917 in Mississippi, fought tirelessly for voting rights and civil justice despite facing brutal violence and forced sterilization....
NYPD Seizes Black Familys Car, Raising Concerns (Video)
A Black family's Mercedes was seized by NYPD officers on Staten Island without proper documentation, raising concerns about racial profiling and police misconduct....
Nashville Unites Against Hate with Peace Walk This Weekend
Nashville organizes a peace walk this weekend after hate groups targeted children with racial slurs. Community meeting set for tomorrow at Watkins Park....
Honoring Mary Mason: Radio Legend’s Final Story (video)
Mary Mason, pioneering Philadelphia radio host who started in 1958, passed away at 94 after battling Alzheimer's. Her show featured interviews with MLK Jr., Muhammad...
Systemic Racism: An Overview (Video)
Educational video examines systemic racism through real examples, covering redlining, education disparities, and employment bias affecting African-American communities....
Family Denied Service at Applebee’s After Child’s Accident
A Georgia family alleges they were denied service at Applebee's after their 2-year-old had a potty training accident. The family is now considering legal action....
HBCUs Face Severe Underfunding Amid Federal Investigations
Federal investigations reveal HBCUs are owed nearly $13 billion in underfunding, with Tennessee State University alone missing $2.1 billion from the state....
Black Men Sue American Airlines for Alleged Discrimination
Three Black men filed a lawsuit against American Airlines alleging racial discrimination after being removed from a Phoenix to New York flight over body odor...
Dexter King Dies a Week Shy of his 63rd Birthday
Dexter Scott King, youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died at 62 after battling prostate cancer. He served as Chairman of The King...
Gordon Parks Foundation Annual Awards Honorees
The Gordon Parks Foundation announces Colin Kaepernick, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, and Myrlie Evers-Williams as honorees for its 2024 Annual Awards Dinner on May 21st....
Fatal Police Custody: South Memphis Man Dies
A South Memphis man has died while in police custody in a fatal incident that is currently under investigation by local authorities....
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Family Claims Houston Police Shot Unarmed Man
Family alleges Houston police wrongfully shot an unarmed man, with video evidence emerging. The incident raises questions about police use of force....
Cop Profiles Black Man in Yard, Accuses Him of Disrespect
A police officer racially profiles a Black man in his own yard, escalating the situation by accusing him of disrespect in another troubling case....
Phoenix PD Uses Stun Gun on Deaf Man with CP
Phoenix Police Department officers used a stun gun on a deaf man with cerebral palsy, sparking outrage over police tactics against disabled individuals....
NYPD Seizes Black Family’s Car Without Explanation
NYPD officers seized a Black family's vehicle without providing explanation, sparking concerns about police conduct and civil asset forfeiture practices....
Reggie Jackson’s Battle Against Baseball’s Racial Divide
Baseball legend Reggie Jackson opens up about facing racial discrimination during his MLB career, sharing his battle against baseball's racial divide....
Supreme Court Backs Maine Lawmaker on Trans Remarks
The Supreme Court sided with a Maine lawmaker who faced punishment for controversial transgender remarks. The ruling addresses free speech protections for elected officials....
Family Sues Suburban School After Racial Incident (Video)
A family has filed a lawsuit against a suburban school following a racial incident. The case highlights ongoing concerns about racial discrimination in educational settings....
Fannie Lou Hamer’s Fight for Equality
Discover the untold story of Fannie Lou Hamer's courageous fight for civil rights and voting equality in Mississippi during the 1960s movement....
Chicago Officers Fire on 58-Year-Old in Domestic Call
Chicago police officers opened fire on a 58-year-old individual during a domestic disturbance call. The incident adds to ongoing concerns about police response protocols....
Bank Manager Sues Met Police for Racial Profiling
A bank manager has filed a lawsuit against the Metropolitan Police alleging racial profiling and wrongful arrest in a case highlighting ongoing concerns about discriminatory...
Racist Slur on SF Restaurant Receipt Shocks Community
A San Francisco restaurant faces community outrage after a racist slur appeared on a customer receipt, sparking calls for accountability and change....