University of Missouri Police Officer Fired After Photo Surfaces Of Him Wearing Blackface
University of Missouri Police Officer Marcus Collins was fired hours after admitting that the man wearing blackface in an uncovered photo was him.
Gucci Pushes For Even More Diversity With The Launch Of The Changemakers Scholarship And Fund
The luxury brand is showing its commitment to inclusivity.
Wife Of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Sparks Scrutiny After Giving Cotton To Black Children
Pam Northam, Virginia's first lady, has brought increased scrutiny to the governor's house after handing cotton to Black children touring the historic mansion.
Blackface Protestors Target Prominent Mardi Gras Group
Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club say their use of black makeup pays homage to their ancestors, but protestors of blackface disagree.
Prada Enlists Ava DuVernay To Help Take Steps Toward Correcting Diversity Issues
“We will help ensure that the fashion world is reflective of the world in which we live,” says Miuccia Prada.
Gucci Launches Action Plan To Increase Diversity After 'Blackface' Sweater Apology
The Italian fashion house announces four new initiatives to become more diverse and inclusive.
Black Officials In Virginia Send Demands If Governor, Attorney General Refuse To Resign
If Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam and Attorney General Mark Herring insist on remaining in office, a group of Black officials, community leaders and activists want to make sure that their actions (and money) reflect their commitment to change.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Police Apologizing For Cops Who Went Undercover In Blackface In 1993
The two White officers wore Blackface in order to trick drug buyers into purchasing fake crack cocaine and then issuing them court summonses.
Cory Booker May Have Missed The Mark While Addressing Racism In America
The 2020 Democratic candidate called on people to "extend grace" to those who may have questions about the offensive behavior.
Yikes...About One Third Of Americans Think Blackface Is At Least Sometimes Acceptable
White people are more likely to say that Blackface is acceptable, at least some of the times, according to a Pew Research Center survey.
Indiana High School Track Coach Fired After Posting Blackface Photo
It’s only February, a time when we’re supposed to celebrate Black History Month, but it seems as though blackface photos have taken over. And this time, an Indiana track coach […]
Virginia’s Attorney General Also Admits To Wearing Blackface In The 1980s
Virginia Attorney General, Mark Herring, admitted he wore blackface to a party back in the 1980s when he was a student at the University of Virginia. In a statement released […]
California Christian School Apologizing After Teacher Wore Blackface During School Presentation
Victory Christian School has profusely apologized after a teacher dressed in Blackface, donning African native dress and covering her face and arms in dark makeup.
Florida Secretary Of State Resigns After Photos Of Him In Blackface Are Uncovered
Michael Ertel, Florida's recently appointed Secretary of State, abruptly resigned after photos of him wearing blackface, mocking Katrina victims surfaced.
Watch The OverExplainer Break Down The White Nonsense That Is "Blackfishing"
This internet phenomena is just a whole new way to erase Black women.
Trick-or-Treaters In Blackface And Confederate Flag Capes Enrage Family
Esperanza Menendez captured footage of the two young men, their faces and arms painted black, with Confederate flags draped around them.
1st Grade Teacher Photographed Wearing Blackface Apologizes, Claims She Had Never Heard The Term
According to an attorney, Megan Luloff knows as a parent to a child with albinism, how sensitive the topic of appearance can be.
Iowa Teacher Under Fire For Wearing Black Face To Halloween Party
The Davenport School District is investigating first-grade teacher Megan Luloff after she wore blackface to a Halloween party.
Megyn Kelly May Lose Show Over 'Blackface' Comments, But That Doesn't Mean She's Out Of A Job
Megyn Kelly may be removed from her morning show time slot, according to reports, but that doesn't mean that she's out of a job altogether.