The announcement from King Charles comes as the British monarchy has come under sustained criticism for its treatment of race in the UK. The death of Queen Elizabeth II last year opened up new scrutiny of the monarchy, as its history of colonialism and oppression became a topic of conversation. There have been widespread accusations […]
The NYPD spokesperson Nick Paolucci says the officers erroneously made a “split-second” decision, which resulted in the death. “When officers responded to a mother’s call for help, they were confronted by what they believed to be a lethal threat and had to make split-second decisions,” Paolucci said. “Officers testified that Mr. Coppin lunged at them […]
The Chicago City Council has agreed to pay $9 million to a Black man who was in prison for 25 years after being convicted of murder in 1994. The conviction came after an investigation led by a Chicago Police detective who was accused of routinely framing suspects. Patrick Prince was convicted of first-degree murder in […]
Despite the preparation for the gala, Smith acknowledged the event being an opportunity to prioritize self-care. “I’ve been at pilates every day doing my lymphatic drainage massages, and my facials, just like taking care of self,” Turner-Smith said, adding that her hectic schedule doesn’t lend itself to much self-pampering time. “It’s actually really nice because […]
Comedian Dave Chappelle has been getting backlash after his latest comedy special released on Netflix “The Closer.” Chappelle has been accused of saying offensive comments towards members of the LGBTQIA+ community. However, some people are supporting Chappelle, including fellow comedian Damon Wayans. The “My Wife and Kids” TV dad told TMZ, where he gave his views […]
TOWSON, Md. (AP) — A $3 million settlement has been reached in the 2016 death of a Black woman shot by Baltimore County police after a standoff, a county official and attorneys for the woman’s family confirmed to a newspaper Wednesday. The Baltimore Sun reports that the settlement comes five years after Korryn Gaines’ death and resolves […]
CPS has pledged to identify bullying by tracking repeated offenders and common locations, and training nurses and employees to intervene during and report bullying incidents. Attorneys for Taye’s family will meet with school officials twice a year for the next two years to monitor the reforms. Students assaulted Taye on two occasions when he was […]
City of Columbus Agrees to Pay Record $10M to The Family of Andre Hill, Who Was Fatally Shot By Officer While Holding a Phone The city of Columbus, Ohio, has recently agreed to pay the family of Andre Hill $10 million, announced on Friday, May 14. “We understand that because of this former officer’s actions, […]