Civil Rights & Social Justice - Page 3

Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' law faces scrutiny as two men face life sentences for a self-defense shooting, raising questions about fair application.

Black teen suffers broken arm, trauma after police mistake him for missing white child

Podcaster Benny Johnson tried to spark controversy over Black women's contributions, but missed the point of Rep. Crockett's remarks.

Supreme Court rules religious freedom law doesn't allow damages against prison staff who violated inmate's rights.

Outrage over police killing of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley prompts independent autopsy, calls for transparency and accountability.

Elijah McClain's death case overturned, reigniting debate over accountability in police custody deaths.

Lezley McSpadden celebrates motherhood through a healing event for women to feel seen, supported, and connected in their grief.

Former Arkansas trooper resigns over racist, sexist texts; claims beliefs don't reflect current views.

NC cop charged for assaulting Black woman during arrest; video sparks outrage, officer fired

Thousands of demonstrators gathered Saturday, May 16 in Montgomery, Alabama, to sound the alarm over what activists say is a rollback of Black political representation as Republican-led Southern states move to redraw congressional maps. According to PBS.org, this is following a recent Supreme Court decision weakening the Voting Rights Act.  The rally, which began in […]

Racist teacher fired after hanging Black baby doll, sparking outrage from students and community

Retired officer jailed for mocking conservative, wins $835K settlement in free speech lawsuit against officials