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Kamala Harris, for the Black People
Keith Boykin offers answers to questions about Kamala’s “Black agenda” that are everyone’s mind ahead of the presidential election.
Tentacles of America’s opioid crisis take hold in Black, Brown communities
A recent poll shows that deaths from opioid use have increased significantly for Black and Native Americans over the last five years.
America’s newest monuments unveil a different look at the nation’s past
The University of Virginia has unveiled a monument dedicated to the Black people who were enslaved to work on the college’s campus in the 1800s. It is titled “Memorial to Enslaved Laborers.”
Would a Group Opposed to Police Blow the Whistle on Its Founder?
A man who started a nonprofit to take on police violence after a personal tragedy is now accused of wrongdoing by his employees.
Rights experts urge United Kingdom to curb hate speech
The UK must act against racist hate speech and xenophobia, a UN human rights body said, following recent riots that rocked the country.
Key federal charges dropped against former LMPD officers behind Breonna Taylor warrant
In a frustrating turn of evens, a judge has lowered the charges against the officers who killed Breonna Taylor after breaking into her home.
Chrystul Kizer Got 11 Years in Prison for Killing Her Abuser. This Is Justice?
Rachel Louise Snyder argues that a Black man’s teenaged victim of trafficking and abuse would not serve time for killing him.
Justin Simien is out to show Black creativity has always been integral to Hollywood’s success
Justin Simien grew tired of not seeing his fellow Black filmmakers get their due, so he’s doing something about it.
The Maryland activist using oral history to humanize trans incarcerated people
This Black August, one activist is helping to shine the light on a group of people who experience unique marginalization in the world.
How Black Women Can Protect Their Peace This Election Cycle
As Kamala Harris vies for president, Black women must contend with the sexist racism it spotlights and exacerbates.
When Chaos Came to Chicago: An Oral History of the 1968 Convention Riots
When the DNC was held in Chicago in 1968, true chaos erupted. With the convention returning to the city this year, many are looking back at the violence that ensued between protesters and police decades ago.
Harley-Davidson is dropping diversity initiatives after right-wing anti-DEI campaign
Harley Davidson has officially ended support for diversity within the company and through sponsorship of outside organizations.
Biden designates the site of 1908 Springfield, Ill., race riot as a national monument
Biden’s designation recognizes the racial terror experienced after several Black men were falsely accused of rape and murdered.
‘This young life mattered’: Milwaukee police seek clues in shooting death of Alijah Golden-Richmond, 14
A family is mourning and looking for answers after a quiet young boy was shot and killed in Milwaukee on June 15th.
Meet the Oklahoma activist who’s fighting racist laws with Black history
Kristi Williams brings a Black history education program to Tulsa youth every Saturday in an old school building.
We Don’t Need Misogynoir to Critique Kamala Harris
Moya Bailey wants people to focus on Kamala Harris’ past actions and not her race when criticizing the politician.
Biden to designate 1908 Springfield, Ill., race riot site as national monument
The ceremony for the monument will come just over five weeks after the death of Sonya Massey in Springfield.
Young Black voters are becoming more conservative than their parents. Here’s why
Eligible young voters feels disconnected to politics and dont feel that the system will cater to their neeeds.
‘Supermarket Redlining’: Why Black Families Pay More for Food
Grocery prices have soared for everyone, but experts say Black consumers face disproportionately higher costs and rates of food insecurity. Supermarket redlining has led to food deserts in Black communities and, not only higher prices, but greater incidences of diet-related diseases.
Harris holds access to an untapped voting bloc: The Divine Nine
As a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, a Black Greek organization that is part of the “Divine Nine,” Harris has unique access to millions of members who are used to mobilizing, organizing and volunteering.
Jordan Chiles has been asked to return her Olympic bronze medal. Here’s why
After Team USA made an inquiry that bumped two Romanian gymnasts down to fourth and fifth, Jordan Chiles was bumped up to bronze status. However, the International Olympic Committee is now giving her bronze to one of the Romanian women.