Posts Tagged ‘Black Lives Matter (BLM)’
DOJ opens civil rights investigation into traffic stop that preceded Tyre Nichols’ death
The Department of Justice is among several organizations that have opened investigations into the death of Tyre Nichols after a traffic stop.
Read MoreFamily of Memphis man who died after traffic stop ask police to release video
The family of Tyre Nichols is demanding to see police footage of the traffic stop that led to the young man’s death.
Read MoreOutrage mounts in D.C. after man fatally shoots boy, 13, he suspected was breaking into cars
A man who fatally shot a young Black boy in Washington, D.C., might face charges for the boy’s death during an “interaction.”
Read MoreThe art of the denial
Racism deniers fall back on several tropes to justify their ignorance of an issue that colors the lives of millions of people every day.
Read MoreEx-officer Aaron Dean sentenced to more than 11 years in prison in the death of Atatiana Jefferson
Aaron Dean, who killed Atatiana Jefferson, is the least former officer to be convicted of anti-Black violence while in the line of duty
Read MoreViral video shows Black N.C. college student being led out of class in handcuffs after a dispute with her professor
A Black female student was arrested during a class at Winston-Salem State University, where she and the teacher had a disagreement.
Read MoreReimagining the police
One organization is exploring alternatives to police responding in emergency situations where their presence might traumatize citizens.
Read MoreBLM sets up student relief fund as loan forgiveness stalls
With the future of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan uncertain, one BLM organization is offering debt relief to Black students.
Read MoreFormer officer who kneeled on George Floyd’s back gets 3.5-year prison term
A Minneapolis police officer who was involved in the murder of George Floyd has been sentenced for his responsibility in the victim’s death.
Read MoreThreats to protesters in Emmett Till rally prompt cancelation of Christmas parade in Kentucky
Two holiday events have been canceled in one Kentucky city after threats directed at a nearby Emmett Till event were received.
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