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Articles by: Domestic Violence

Black People Don't Call 9-1-1
Op-Ed

Black People Don't Call 9-1-1

One writer recalls the relentless abuse she experienced at the hands of a partner—and explains why she still didn't call the police.
By Ida Harris · Jul 16, 2020
What Is Consent? Two Experts Break It Down
Celebrity · News

What Is Consent? Two Experts Break It Down

Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis and Dr. Anita Phillips note that incidents of consent and child sex abuse have increased amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Brooklyn White · May 7, 2020
Sunny Hostin Is Here To Help
News

Sunny Hostin Is Here To Help

America has grown to love The View co-host for eloquently speaking her truth, but behind the cameras what drives the South Bronx native is being of service.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jan 21, 2020
New Jersey Community Rallies Behind Children Left Orphaned After Parents' Murder-Suicide
News

New Jersey Community Rallies Behind Children Left Orphaned After Parents' Murder-Suicide

After a murder-suicide took the lives of a young New Jersey couple, community members are coming together to help the children left behind.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jan 9, 2020
Opinion: The Culture Should Cancel Fabolous, Even If Emily B Won’t
Love & Sex

Opinion: The Culture Should Cancel Fabolous, Even If Emily B Won’t

Victims are allowed to make their own choices, but the “she likes it, I love it” attitude of the culture has to stop.
By Eboni K. Williams · Dec 9, 2019
Michigan Woman Filmed Boyfriend Prepping Gun Before He Killed Her, Authorities Say
News

Michigan Woman Filmed Boyfriend Prepping Gun Before He Killed Her, Authorities Say

Kevin Dixon, 18, is charged with first-degree murder, carrying a concealed weapon, and felony firearm in the shooting death of 20-year-old India Mackey.
By Breanna Edwards · Nov 25, 2019
Niecy Nash Details A Domestic Violence Incident She'll Never Forget
Love & Sex

Niecy Nash Details A Domestic Violence Incident She'll Never Forget

The 'Claws' actress opens up about a domestic violence incident that almost claimed her and her mother's lives.
By Jasmine Grant · Nov 1, 2019
Serena Williams Is On A Mission To Help Educate Women About The Realities Of Financial Abuse By A Partner
Love & Sex

Serena Williams Is On A Mission To Help Educate Women About The Realities Of Financial Abuse By A Partner

The tennis champion is partnering with The Allstate Foundation to spread awareness about this often overlooked form of domestic violence.
By Jasmine Grant · Sep 27, 2019
Sons Give Mother’s Killer Beat Down During Sentencing Hearing
News

Sons Give Mother’s Killer Beat Down During Sentencing Hearing

Anthony Dees, 30, and Jerome Stewart Jr., 23, were charged with assault and contempt of court after running through police officers and jumping over tables to knock the smile off of the face of their mother's killer.
By Kirsten West Savali · Jul 13, 2019
Father Allegedly Kills His Daughter Over Baby Gate Argument
News

Father Allegedly Kills His Daughter Over Baby Gate Argument

Wendell Wilson, 68, reportedly told authorities that he pulled the gun on his 38-year-old daughter because "it comes down to a dominance thing."
By Breanna Edwards · Jun 20, 2019
Raz B Says He Needs 'Support And Privacy' After Being Charged With Strangling Girlfriend
Celebrity

Raz B Says He Needs 'Support And Privacy' After Being Charged With Strangling Girlfriend

A statement also read that "Raz B takes full responsibility for his actions.”
By Keyaira Boone · May 3, 2019
Thomia Hunter, Cleveland Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Ex-Partner, Has Been Granted Clemency
News

Thomia Hunter, Cleveland Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Ex-Partner, Has Been Granted Clemency

2019 is already off to a hopeful start as far as criminal justice is concerned. Thomia Hunter became the second woman to be granted clemency this month, this time by Ohio […]
By Clarkisha Kent · Jan 10, 2019
Man Accused Of Killing Mother Of His Baby Turns Himself Into Police
News

Man Accused Of Killing Mother Of His Baby Turns Himself Into Police

Isis Williams was shot and killed steps away from where her newborn daughter lay, while on the phone with her mother.
By Breanna Edwards · Dec 18, 2018
How Tamron Hall and Ruth E. Carter’s Sisters Prepared Them For The “Me Too" Movement
News

How Tamron Hall and Ruth E. Carter’s Sisters Prepared Them For The “Me Too" Movement

Tamron Hall and Ruth E. Carter share how domestic violence and mental illness played a role in who they are today.
By Tanya A. Christian · Dec 13, 2018
Mercy Hospital's Dr. Tamara O'Neal Is Latest Black Women To Be Killed By An Ex
News

Mercy Hospital's Dr. Tamara O'Neal Is Latest Black Women To Be Killed By An Ex

Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson confirmed that one of the victims, Dr. Tamara O'Neal, was in a "domestic relationship" with the gunman.
By Breanna Edwards · Nov 20, 2018
Justine Skye Opens Up About Finding The Strength To Heal After Abusive Relationship
Celebrity

Justine Skye Opens Up About Finding The Strength To Heal After Abusive Relationship

In her new video for "Build," Skye explores the pain domestic violence victims face and highlights her own experience with abuse.
By Sydney Scott · Oct 24, 2018
17-Year-Old Ohio Teen Murdered After Escalating Abuse From 28-Year-Old Boyfriend: 'I Ain't Even Safe In My Own House'
News

17-Year-Old Ohio Teen Murdered After Escalating Abuse From 28-Year-Old Boyfriend: 'I Ain't Even Safe In My Own House'

LaShonda Childs' relationship with Trendell Goodwin became more violent even after she filed for a protective order.
By Paula Rogo · Oct 5, 2018
Tina Turner Recalls the Night She Risked Her Life to Flee Her Abusive Husband—and Musical Partner—Ike
Celebrity

Tina Turner Recalls the Night She Risked Her Life to Flee Her Abusive Husband—and Musical Partner—Ike

Tina Turner Recalls the Night She Risked Her Life to Flee Her Abusive Husband—and Musical Partner—Ike

By Jordan Runtagh · Oct 27, 2017
Why Leaving An Abusive Partner Is So Hard
Love & Sex

Why Leaving An Abusive Partner Is So Hard

Why Leaving An Abusive Partner Is So Hard

By Anthea Levi · Oct 25, 2017

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