An 1887 Opera by a Black Composer Finally SurfacesClassical music programming is gradually incorporating more composers of color, but substantial inequity and backlash persist.
Boardroom DEI is lagging. Here's what to knowCorporate focus on diversity has declined since the initial push following George Floyd's death, influenced by a conservative backlash against DEI policies.
An 1887 Opera by a Black Composer Finally SurfacesClassical music programming is gradually incorporating more composers of color, but substantial inequity and backlash persist.
Boardroom DEI is lagging. Here's what to knowCorporate focus on diversity has declined since the initial push following George Floyd's death, influenced by a conservative backlash against DEI policies.
Trump's Firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown May Have Roots in George Floyd ProtestsTrump's firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. reveals tensions between his administration and military leadership regarding social justice issues.
What Is Racism?Racism is an ideology based on beliefs in racial essences and superiority/inferiority, manifesting in discrimination and oppression.
From riots to power: Chi Osse, the youngest council member in New York historyChi Osse transformed from a party organizer to a politician in response to the George Floyd protests, becoming a symbol of youth activism in politics.
How to Criminalize a ProtestThe Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 became the largest protest movement in U.S. history, leading to significant changes and calls for justice.
Trump's Firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown May Have Roots in George Floyd ProtestsTrump's firing of Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. reveals tensions between his administration and military leadership regarding social justice issues.
What Is Racism?Racism is an ideology based on beliefs in racial essences and superiority/inferiority, manifesting in discrimination and oppression.
From riots to power: Chi Osse, the youngest council member in New York historyChi Osse transformed from a party organizer to a politician in response to the George Floyd protests, becoming a symbol of youth activism in politics.
How to Criminalize a ProtestThe Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 became the largest protest movement in U.S. history, leading to significant changes and calls for justice.
Photographer Carrie Mae Weems confronts the 'changing same' in new workCarrie Mae Weems' "Painting the Town" merges photography and abstract expressionism to document societal change in response to George Floyd's murder.
Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon faces backlash over offensive tweetsKarla Sofia Gascon faces backlash over past controversial tweets regarding George Floyd and Islam, raising concerns about societal attitudes and representation.
Minneapolis agrees to overhaul police training and policies following Floyd murderMinneapolis City Council approved a federal agreement to reform police training and use-of-force policies, ensuring respect for human life and dignity.
Feds step in at Brookline school after allegations of racial bullyingThe federal government is investigating alleged racial bullying incidents in a Brookline school after a Black student experienced severe racial slurs and actions.School leadership's inadequate response to racial bullying incidents raises concerns about the handling of severe racial harassment in educational settings.
Thomas Lane, ex-Minneapolis officer convicted in George Floyd's murder, released from prisonThe release of Thomas Lane marks a pivotal moment in the legal aftermath of George Floyd's murder, highlighting issues of police accountability.
San Jose: Man injured by police during 2020 George Floyd protests awarded $1.3 million after trialKyle Johnson received over $1.3 million after being injured by police during a George Floyd protest, affirming his violated constitutional rights.
Minneapolis agrees to overhaul police training and policies following Floyd murderMinneapolis City Council approved a federal agreement to reform police training and use-of-force policies, ensuring respect for human life and dignity.
Feds step in at Brookline school after allegations of racial bullyingThe federal government is investigating alleged racial bullying incidents in a Brookline school after a Black student experienced severe racial slurs and actions.School leadership's inadequate response to racial bullying incidents raises concerns about the handling of severe racial harassment in educational settings.
Thomas Lane, ex-Minneapolis officer convicted in George Floyd's murder, released from prisonThe release of Thomas Lane marks a pivotal moment in the legal aftermath of George Floyd's murder, highlighting issues of police accountability.
San Jose: Man injured by police during 2020 George Floyd protests awarded $1.3 million after trialKyle Johnson received over $1.3 million after being injured by police during a George Floyd protest, affirming his violated constitutional rights.
Minneapolis Agrees to Overhaul Police Training and Force Policies After George Floyd's MurderMinneapolis City Council approved a federal deal to reform police training and use-of-force policies in response to George Floyd's murder.
Trump's Stop-and-Frisk AgendaTrump aims to reverse police reform progress post-George Floyd's murder.
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott explains why he donated to the police after George Floyd's murderDak Prescott emphasizes the need for action and healing after George Floyd's death, using his platform to foster police reform and community relations.
Minneapolis Agrees to Overhaul Police Training and Force Policies After George Floyd's MurderMinneapolis City Council approved a federal deal to reform police training and use-of-force policies in response to George Floyd's murder.
Trump's Stop-and-Frisk AgendaTrump aims to reverse police reform progress post-George Floyd's murder.
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott explains why he donated to the police after George Floyd's murderDak Prescott emphasizes the need for action and healing after George Floyd's death, using his platform to foster police reform and community relations.
White teen pleads guilty to trying to drown Black youth at Chatham pond in 2023A white teen pleaded guilty to attempting to drown a Black boy in a racially charged attack, facing potential sentencing as an adult.
Charged for Protesting Police Violence in 2020, Khalif Miller Is Still in JailProtesters from the 2020 George Floyd protests, like Khalif Miller, continue facing severe consequences from a heavy-handed justice system.
A huge regression': Walmart's DEI rollback incites new racial equity pushWalmart's shift away from DEI initiatives reflects a troubling trend in corporate America amidst ongoing racial inequity discussions.
Attacks on Diversity in Higher Education Threaten DemocracyCorporations and universities committed to diversity post-George Floyd's murder.Racial reckoning threatened by attacks on diversity in American institutions.
A huge regression': Walmart's DEI rollback incites new racial equity pushWalmart's shift away from DEI initiatives reflects a troubling trend in corporate America amidst ongoing racial inequity discussions.
Attacks on Diversity in Higher Education Threaten DemocracyCorporations and universities committed to diversity post-George Floyd's murder.Racial reckoning threatened by attacks on diversity in American institutions.
Portland Book Festival: Robert Samuels, author of 'His Name Is George Floyd,' reflects on the police killing that ignited Black Lives Matter * Oregon ArtsWatchGeorge Floyd's life story illustrates the ongoing struggle against systemic racism and its profound impact on Black Americans.The book provides a comprehensive view of Floyd's life in the context of American policing and racial inequalities.
Melania Trump refers to George Floyd as only a 'Black Minneapolis resident' in her memoirMelania Trump does not name George Floyd in her memoir, referring to him generally and focusing more on protests than the circumstances of his death.
Authorized big-screen biopic of George Floyd in the worksThe biopic 'Daddy Changed the World' will depict George Floyd's life, including his murder and the impact on racial justice.
Portland Book Festival: Robert Samuels, author of 'His Name Is George Floyd,' reflects on the police killing that ignited Black Lives Matter * Oregon ArtsWatchGeorge Floyd's life story illustrates the ongoing struggle against systemic racism and its profound impact on Black Americans.The book provides a comprehensive view of Floyd's life in the context of American policing and racial inequalities.
Melania Trump refers to George Floyd as only a 'Black Minneapolis resident' in her memoirMelania Trump does not name George Floyd in her memoir, referring to him generally and focusing more on protests than the circumstances of his death.
Authorized big-screen biopic of George Floyd in the worksThe biopic 'Daddy Changed the World' will depict George Floyd's life, including his murder and the impact on racial justice.
Patrick Soon-Shiong: the billionaire LA Times owner who blocked Harris endorsementSoon-Shiong's decisions sparked resignations and subscription cancellations at the Los Angeles Times, reflecting a conflict over editorial independence and responsibility.
The ocean doesn't care what color I am': Black US surfers reclaim the watersThe paddle out event at Cowell Beach honors George Floyd and promotes surfing among BIPOC communities.
Mockery of George Floyd killing at a birthday party in Peru sparks online outrageThe birthday celebration trivialized issues of systemic racism and the legacy of George Floyd's death.
Opinion | He Knows It's Important to Admit Mistakes. He's Made Many.Glenn Loury initially doubted Chauvin's conviction due to a documentary, but later acknowledged his error in judgment.
Mockery of George Floyd killing at a birthday party in Peru sparks online outrageThe birthday celebration trivialized issues of systemic racism and the legacy of George Floyd's death.
Opinion | He Knows It's Important to Admit Mistakes. He's Made Many.Glenn Loury initially doubted Chauvin's conviction due to a documentary, but later acknowledged his error in judgment.
Bluff by Danez Smith review Afropessimism' as an artformDanez Smith's 'Bluff' challenges the essence of poetry, juxtaposing personal expression with societal liberation, emphasizing its limitations in comparison to basic human needs.
Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prisonChauvin's transfer to a federal prison comes after significant incidents in his incarceration, including a stabbing, while he serves sentences for Floyd's murder.
Former officer who killed George Floyd transferred to Texas prison after attackDerek Chauvin, convicted murderer of George Floyd, was attacked in prison and transferred to a Texas facility.
Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing transferred to Texas prison months after stabbingDerek Chauvin was transferred to a Texas federal prison after being stabbed while serving concurrent sentences for George Floyd's killing.
Minneapolis approves $150K settlement for witness to George Floyd's murderMinneapolis City Council settles for $150,000 with Donald Williams, an eyewitness in George Floyd's murder case, suffering from PTSD.
Minneapolis Approves $150K Settlement for Witness to George Floyd's MurderMinneapolis City Council agreed to a $150,000 settlement with an eyewitness who tried to prevent George Floyd's murder and now suffers from PTSD.
Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prisonChauvin's transfer to a federal prison comes after significant incidents in his incarceration, including a stabbing, while he serves sentences for Floyd's murder.
Former officer who killed George Floyd transferred to Texas prison after attackDerek Chauvin, convicted murderer of George Floyd, was attacked in prison and transferred to a Texas facility.
Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing transferred to Texas prison months after stabbingDerek Chauvin was transferred to a Texas federal prison after being stabbed while serving concurrent sentences for George Floyd's killing.
Minneapolis approves $150K settlement for witness to George Floyd's murderMinneapolis City Council settles for $150,000 with Donald Williams, an eyewitness in George Floyd's murder case, suffering from PTSD.
Minneapolis Approves $150K Settlement for Witness to George Floyd's MurderMinneapolis City Council agreed to a $150,000 settlement with an eyewitness who tried to prevent George Floyd's murder and now suffers from PTSD.
Walz Faces New Scrutiny Over 2020 Riots: Was He Too Slow to Send Troops?The riots following George Floyd's murder exposed delays in the response from Minneapolis officials.
Walz Has Faced Criticism for His Response to George Floyd ProtestsGovernor Tim Walz faced criticism for his response to the unrest following George Floyd's murder, highlighting challenges in handling crises efficiently.
I Marathon Watched "Supacell" On Netflix And My Jaw Is Still On The FloorRapman's show addresses social issues affecting Black people, inspired by George Floyd's death.
Four years later, Minneapolis still scarred by the violence of the George Floyd riotsThe aftermath of George Floyd's death in 2020 has led to ongoing struggles and decline in Minneapolis, particularly in terms of anti-police policies and increased crime.
Granderson: Whose lives matter to the Republican governor of Texas?Abbott refused to act on a posthumous pardon for George Floyd while enthusiastically supporting the pardon for a man found guilty of murder in a racially charged incident.
Good Day, Brooklyn!Community members in Brooklyn, New York gather for a justice rally in honor of George Floyd on Juneteenth.
Paramedic Who Injected Elijah McClain With Ketamine Before His Death Avoids PrisonFormer paramedic avoids prison after Elijah McClain's death, part of 2020 racial injustice protests, reflecting rare accountability for paramedics in police custody cases.