Posts Tagged ‘Ohio’
‘A very old political trope’: the racist US history behind Trump’s Haitian pet eater claim
Trump’s bizarre rant about pet-eating Haitians is just the latest in a hoary US tradition of scapegoating immigrants
Read More2024 Midwest Regional Black Culture Fest
The Midwest Regional Black Culture Fest is presented by the National Commission for Black Arts & Entertainment and is brought to you by our dedicated team and gracious volunteers and supporters. This outdoor, summer kick off event for Cincinnati and the region is FREE to the community and has many exciting original features. Don’t miss…
Read MoreOHIO BLACK EXPO
Ohio Black Expo is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life, success and well-being for African-Americans in Ohio. Their initiatives focus on and address several areas that include: health, education, seniors, business, tech, and youth to name a few. They raise funds for year-round programs and scholarships through our annual Ohio…
Read MoreOhio grand jury declines to charge 8 officers who fatally shot Jayland Walker
An Ohio grand jury declined to bring charges against eight Akron police officers — seven of them white — in connection with last year’s fatal shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black motorist, officials said Monday.
Read MoreBlack History Month police cruisers spark backlash online
Two American police departments are facing backlash for their tone-deaf celebrations of Black History Month.
Read MoreKetanji Brown Jackson sides with death row inmate in first opinion
Ketanji Brown Jackson, the newest Supreme Court Justice, recently spoke out for an Ohio inmate who appealed his death sentence.
Read MoreAfter a Black man is fatally shot in bed by officers, Ohio police change policy on late-night warrants
Police have killed yet another Black person while serving a nighttime warrant. This time, policies have changed immediately.
Read MoreHomeowner convicted in killings of 2 teens smoking marijuana
Victor Santana, 65, of Dayton, Ohio will be sentenced later this month after being convicted of murder and felonious assault on Thursday.
Read MoreWhy Do Blacks Have a ‘Victim Mentality?’ and Other Questions From an Ohio School’s White History Assignment
A 96% white high school in Waverly, Ohio teaches children “How to be a pro racist”. During this lesson, kids watch a video and are asked to interpret “What do you think motivates many Blacks to make excuses?” among other racist questions.
Read MoreSpecial News Series: Rising Up For Justice! – Ohio police chief calls for termination of cop who killed Andre Hill
Chief Thomas Quinlan of the Ohio Police Dept. released a video statement on Thursday (Dec. 24) informing viewers that Officer Adam Coy will be charged with critical misconduct and should be terminated.
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