Posts Tagged ‘California’
California reparations task force to talk eligibility
Californian politicians have convened to determine which descendants of slaves might be eligible for financial compensation–and how much.
Read MoreCalifornia junior college offers a lifeline for homeless students
From elementary school to college, many Californian students are homeless, but one school hopes to change that.
Read MoreBlack Women in Tech Might Be the Key to Climate Justice
Dr. Jackie “Bouvier” Copeland believes Black women are key to achieving climate justice, which is why she started the WISE Fund.
Read MoreCalifornia Bill Could Restrict the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
Some Californian lawmakers want a law that would bar rap lyrics from being used as evidence in court cases, citing freedom of expression.
Read MoreAnti-Black, gay, Asian bias fuel California hate crime surge
Black Americans are among the groups increasingly targeted for hate crimes in California, according to a report discussed by the state’s AG.
Read MoreCalifornia Senate rejects involuntary servitude amendment
California courts dealt a blow to those hoping to increase compensation to inmates for the jobs they perform, a form of indentured servitude.
Read MoreCalifornia panel OKs reparations limit for slave descendants
Reparations efforts at the federal level have not gone anywhere, but cities and universities are taking up the issue, such as the California Tuesday Panel.
Read MoreWhite Police Officer Lied on Report to Justify Arresting Black Man in California
Headline: A former police officer in La Mesa, California lied on his report to get a Black man arrested. Shocker.
Read MoreAuthor Alice Sebold apologizes to Anthony Broadwater, wrongfully convicted of raping her
Broadwater’s 1982 conviction was overturned last week after authorities determined there were serious flaws in his prosecution.
Read MoreLeBron James Enters NBA’s COVID-19 Protocols, Could Miss Multiple Games
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James will be sidelined indefinitely after entering the NBA’s coronavirus health and safety protocols.
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