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Althea Bernstein: 18-Year-Old Doused With Lighter Fluid, Lit On Fire In Apparent Hate Crime
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Althea Bernstein: 18-Year-Old Doused With Lighter Fluid, Lit On Fire In Apparent Hate Crime

The Madison, Wisconsin teen says she wants people moved by her story to focus on supporting Black lives.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 26, 2020
Tina Knowles-Lawson Pens Open Letter To Congress Pushing For Passage Of HEROES Act
News · Politics

Tina Knowles-Lawson Pens Open Letter To Congress Pushing For Passage Of HEROES Act

A collective of mothers is putting pressure on the Senate to ensure voters are able to exercise their civic right in a safe manner.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 25, 2020
3 North Carolina Officers Fired Following Racist Rants About Black People
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3 North Carolina Officers Fired Following Racist Rants About Black People

In addition to being terminated, the men could face criminal charges pending an investigation.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 25, 2020
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Georgia Man Files $700,000 Lawsuit Against Police Department For Wrongful Detainment, Violating Civil Rights

Antonio Arnelo Smith suffered bodily injuries in a case of mistaken identity.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 25, 2020
3 Men Indicted On Murder Charges In Death Of Ahmaud Arbery
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3 Men Indicted On Murder Charges In Death Of Ahmaud Arbery

Travis McMichael, Greg McMichael and William “Roddie” Bryan Jr. will remain in jail as they await trial.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 24, 2020
Kamala Harris To Mitch McConnell: 'Not Here To Play Games' On Police Reform
News · Politics

Kamala Harris To Mitch McConnell: 'Not Here To Play Games' On Police Reform

The California Senator is expressing frustration over what she calls a "hollow" attempt at police reform.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 24, 2020
Renewed Interest In Police-Involved Death Of 23-Year-Old Elijah McClain
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Renewed Interest In Police-Involved Death Of 23-Year-Old Elijah McClain

More than 2 million people have signed a petition urging Aurora authorities to thoroughly investigate the case.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 24, 2020
Pelosi Says Trump Rally Could Have Been A Zoom Meeting Based On Crowd Size
News · Politics

Pelosi Says Trump Rally Could Have Been A Zoom Meeting Based On Crowd Size

The House Speaker had a few thoughts about Trump's underwhelming support in Tulsa.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 23, 2020
Teyana Taylor On Maintaining A Healthy Pregnancy During Protests
Love & Sex

Teyana Taylor On Maintaining A Healthy Pregnancy During Protests

The artist, who is expecting her second child, reveals how she reduces stress while pregnant and what she tells her four-year-old about racism.
By Jasmine Grant · Jun 23, 2020
Two Tulsa Brothers Speak Out After Being Wrongfully Convicted Of Separate Crimes
Entertainment · News

Two Tulsa Brothers Speak Out After Being Wrongfully Convicted Of Separate Crimes

A new Dateline special explores the wrongful convictions of brothers Malcolm Scott and Corey Atchison, who together served nearly 50 years in prison.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 19, 2020
Atlanta Officer Charged In Rayshard Brooks’s Death Turns Himself In
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Atlanta Officer Charged In Rayshard Brooks’s Death Turns Himself In

Officer Devin Brosnan has been charged for his involvement in the shooting death of Rayshard Brooks.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 18, 2020
Rep. Cedric Richmond Clashes With Republican Colleague During House Hearing
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Rep. Cedric Richmond Clashes With Republican Colleague During House Hearing

Tempers flared between Reps. Cedric Richmond and Matt Gaetz at a House hearing on the Democrat-backed Justice in Policing Act.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 18, 2020
Alexander McQueen Launches The Story Shoulder Bag
Accessories · Fashion

Alexander McQueen Launches The Story Shoulder Bag

The launch follows the fashion house's donation to organizations combating systemic racism.
By Nandi Howard · Jun 16, 2020
New Details Emerge In Murder Of Activist Toyin Salau
News

New Details Emerge In Murder Of Activist Toyin Salau

Aaron Glee, Jr., has been charged with kidnapping and murder in connection to the death of the 19-year-old activist.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 16, 2020
Family Of Ahmaud Arbery Reportedly Attending White House Signing Of Police Reform Executive Order
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Family Of Ahmaud Arbery Reportedly Attending White House Signing Of Police Reform Executive Order

Civil rights leaders are said to be outraged by the decision.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 16, 2020
Michelle Obama Is Partnering With The Roots For An Epic Party
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Michelle Obama Is Partnering With The Roots For An Epic Party

The former First Lady, Kerry Washington, Tracee Ellis Ross and Janelle Monáe are all expected to make an appearance.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jun 16, 2020
Officer Who Killed Rayshard Brooks Had History Of Citizen Complaints
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Officer Who Killed Rayshard Brooks Had History Of Citizen Complaints

Former Atlanta officer Garrett Rolfe had multiple citizen complaints dating back to 2015, and documents show no action was taken.
By Breanna Edwards · Jun 16, 2020
Meagan Good: 'We Are In The Middle Of The Biggest Civil Rights Movement' In History
Celebrity

Meagan Good: 'We Are In The Middle Of The Biggest Civil Rights Movement' In History

The "Girlfriends Check In" star added, "I don't want people to stop. I don't want people to get tired."
By Joi-Marie McKenzie · Jun 16, 2020
Jay Pharoah Releases Harrowing Video Footage Of An LAPD Officer Kneeling On His Kneck
Celebrity

Jay Pharoah Releases Harrowing Video Footage Of An LAPD Officer Kneeling On His Kneck

"I literally could’ve been George Floyd," he said.
By Keyaira Boone · Jun 15, 2020

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