Racist Group Patriot Front Vandalizes Black Lives Matter Murals in Michigan
“What shocked me is they didn’t do it sooner, to be honest. This is the America that we live in…
ESSENCE is partnering with the Movement for Black Lives to take action to #DefendBlackLife in a post-COVID world. Anti-Black violence, economic crisis, and COVID-19 disproportionately target Black people – we must make concrete demands for a future where Black lives not only matter, but thrive.
Philadelphia Reaches $2M Settlement With Mother Police Injured During Black Lives Matter Protests
Rickia Young, a 29-year-old Black mother, was ripped from her car and her child used as propaganda by police during…
U.S. Feds Targeted Black Lives Matter Movement Protestors
It comes as no surprise, but the federal government’s targeting of Black Lives Matter means they must answer to the…
Grand Jury Indicts Cops and Paramedics in the Killing of Elijah McClain
Each of the five defendants faces a charge of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide, among other charges.
America is Still Locking People Up for Their Activism, Including Black Women
“Do Black women political prisoners matter too?” asks Joyce Powell. The activist spoke to ESSENCE from the Bedford Hills Correctional…
Proud Boys Leader Enrique Tarrio Sentenced to Jail For ‘Black Lives Matter’ Flag Burning
Tarrio has been sentenced to more than five months behind bars for his actions during a pro-Trump demonstration.
Costa Rican Gymnast Pays Homage To Black Lives Matter Movement In Olympic Floor Routine
As the first Costa Rican gymnast to ever qualify for the Olympics, 18-year-old Luciana Alvarado made history and ended her…
Sasha Johnson, Prominent Black Lives Matter Activist, Critically Wounded. Five Suspects Being Held for Her Attempted Murder.
The 27-year-old activist and mom— who colleagues say also delivered food and groceries to families in need— was shot in…
Darnella Frazier, Teen Who Recorded George Floyd's Death, Makes Public Statement
Today is the one year anniversary of Floyd’s killing.
The NBA Honors Kareem Abdul-Jabbar With Newly Announced ‘Social Justice Champion Award’
The NBA announced the league honor, which spotlights an individual who demonstrates a commitment to bringing awareness to inequalities.