Bookmark General NewsJacksonvilleRace and ethnicity Jacksonville, Florida, mayor has Confederate monument removed after years of controversy by Chloe Baker December 28, 2023 December 28, 2023 Removal of controversial Confederate monument in Jacksonville signals evolving views on history and symbolism.
Bookmark Colleges and universitiesEsther ReedGeneral NewsIsraelIsrael-Hamas warMoreReligionWar and unrest Navigating Religious and Political Strains: Campus Chaplains Aid Students Distressed by the Israel-Hamas Conflict by Chloe Baker October 28, 2023 October 28, 2023 Navigating Religious and Political Strains: Campus Chaplains Aid Students Distressed by the Israel-Hamas ConflictAmid the highly volatile environment of American university campuses in the wake of the Israel-Hamas conflict, chaplains …
Bookmark David AllenFloridaGeneral NewsHate crimesLegal proceedingsPrisonsU.S. News Man from Florida Receives One-Year Federal Prison Sentence for Attempt to Run Over Six Black Individuals by Sophia Chen October 21, 2023 October 21, 2023 Man from Florida Receives One-Year Federal Prison Sentence for Attempt to Run Over Six Black IndividualsA white male, aged 62, has been found guilty of trying to run over six …
Bookmark ActivismAP Top NewsDistrict of ColumbiaGeneral NewsMoreReligion The Evolutionary Role of Black Churches in Activism: From the March on Washington to the Present Day by Andrew Wright August 25, 2023 August 25, 2023 This comprehensive article examines the evolving role of Black churches in activism, from their influence on the March on Washington to contemporary movements. It delves into the complex, non-monolithic nature …
Bookmark AlabamaAP Top NewsGeneral NewsMontgomeryRace and ethnicity Alabama riverfront brawl videos spark a cultural moment about race, solidarity and justice by Ethan Kim August 13, 2023 August 13, 2023 Alabama riverfront brawl videos ignite national conversation on racial solidarity and justice, leading to widespread reflection and cultural awakening.
Bookmark Julie JohnstonKelley O'HaraLindsey HoranMegan RapinoeSoccerSportsSwedenSweden National Soccer TeamUnited States National Soccer TeamWomen's World Cup Megan Rapinoe leaves her final Women’s World Cup with pride after a long career by Madison Thomas August 6, 2023 August 6, 2023 Megan Rapinoe’s proud farewell from Women’s World Cup after a stellar career and inspiring advocacy.
Bookmark ChicagoCivil rightsGeneral NewsHuman rightsJesse JacksonU.S. News Jesse Jackson to step down as head of civil rights organization Rainbow PUSH by Michael Nguyen July 14, 2023 July 14, 2023 Jesse Jackson, renowned civil rights leader, to retire as head of Rainbow PUSH Coalition after decades of championing justice and social equality.
Bookmark AP Top NewsBlack Lives MatterGeneral NewsLaw enforcementRace and ethnicityTrayvon Martin Black Lives Matter Movement Celebrates 10 Years of Activism, Reiterates Call for Defunding Law Enforcement by Chloe Baker July 13, 2023 July 13, 2023 Black Lives Matter movement marks 10 years of activism, renewing calls to defund police & fight for racial justice. Milestone events planned.
Bookmark AP Top NewsGeneral NewsLaw enforcementParisWorld News Unrest Spreads to Multiple Towns as 17-Year-Old Driver’s Death Leads to 150 Arrests by Gabriel Martinez June 29, 2023 June 29, 2023 Unrest grips France as protests erupt in multiple towns after a 17-year-old driver is killed by police, leading to arrests and widespread clashes.
Bookmark AP Top NewsGeneral NewsPrisonsSacramentoU.S. NewsUnited States government Expansion of Government-Funded College Education for Prisoners in the US by Lucas Garcia June 28, 2023 June 28, 2023 US prisoners to receive free college education as government expands Pell Grant program, providing opportunities for rehabilitation and reducing recidivism rates.