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Pride, Black History Month book displays among those no longer allowed at Lafayette public libraries
Fears of backlash against inclusive books have led to the banning of books about Black and LGBTQ+ communities in one Louisiana library system.
Black America: It’s time to stop taking care of everyone but you
By Sophia A. Nelson, The Grio OPINION: As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close and after two traumatic mass shootings in the past weeks, Sophia Nelson offers some life lessons on self-care. This has been a rough Mental Health Awareness Month for America, but particularly for Black and brown Americans who, in just…
Justice Prevails: Descendants of enslaved people at historic plantation win bruising battle to tell their stories
The Montpelier Descendants Committee scored a win enabling them to tell history of the former plantation and its enslaved population more accurately.
For Black Mothers, Breastfeeding Isn’t Always An Option
Like COVID-19, the baby formula shortage has highlighted disparities between Black and other Americans–this time emphasizing medical racism.
Marilyn Mosby Drops List of Baltimore Cops With “Integrity Issues”
Maryland’s State Attorney published a list of 300+ Baltimore police officers with “integrity issues” to increase accountability and transparency.
Biden signs police reform executive order on George Floyd anniversary
Two years after George Floyd’s murder, President Biden signed an executive order recognizing calling for police reform to prevent Black deaths.
A Civil War Among Neighbors Over Confederate-Themed Streets
Some Virginians have tired of seeing street names honoring confederates who fought on the side of slavery and racism in their neighborhoods.
Airbnb, New Communities Land Trust plan historic experiences on Black farms
A partnership between Airbnb and Georgia farmers invites guests to absorb history, and learn about Black farming while enjoying the country.
New Justice Dept. policy says agents must intervene if they see abuse
Attorney General Garland announced a new Justice Department policy requiring intervention from federal officers who witness police abuse.
The Great Erasure
Despite the initial outpouring of support after George Floyd’s murder, BLM is faltering because of short attention spans and shallow activism.
WNBA’s Candace Parker records historic second triple-double in win over Mystics
Candace Parker of the Chicago Sky recently made history with her second triple-double, making her the oldest athlete in the WBNA to do so.
6 Takeaways About Haiti’s Reparations to France
By Eric Nagourney, New York Times When the world looks at Haiti, one of the poorest nations on the planet, sympathy for its endless suffering is often overshadowed by scolding and sermonizing about corruption and mismanagement. Some know how Haitians overthrew their notoriously brutal French slave masters and declared independence in 1804 — the modern world’s first…
Decades of misconduct allegations at LSU come under scrutiny in $50 million suit
Despite reporting several instances of racial abuse, Sharon Lewis’ superiors at LSU deny receiving any such reports, leading to this lawsuit.
Guns are traumatizing Black America. Advocates demand investment, support
According to a CDC report, gun violence in 2020 was the highest it’s been in 25 years, and Black Americans, are disproportionately victims.
The Buffalo shooting was centuries in the making, experts say
Shootings such as the one last week in Buffalo aren’t outliers. They reflect centuries of racism in the fabric of the American way of life.
New press secretary hails barrier breakers who paved the way for her
After substituting for the former press secretary last year, Karine Jean-Pierre has taken over the position with the Biden administration.
Judge Considers Motion To Dismiss Lawsuit Against Biotech Company By Henrietta Lacks’ Family
The case started by Henrietta Lacks’ family against a biotech company last October for unauthorized used of her cells may be dismissed.
Texas News Station Debuts First All-Female Black News Team
KCEN doesn’t just deliver news to Texans. By hiring an all Black female news team, the station is making headlines and setting a precedent.
‘There’s no way to hide history’: Teachers react to Georgia law limiting discussion of race
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a law that would prohibit teachers from discussing race and racism, leaving those teachers frustrated.
