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Black history centennial: Education, resources amid anti-DEI climate

Feb 1

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Man who went after BLM demonstrators with bladed claw glove convicted

Aug 23, 2023

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What is Black History Month, and why is it important?

February is Black History Month, a time the country highlights and celebrates the accomplishments of Black Americans. And the fact that Black history is part of America's history is important for all Americans to know, learn about, and understand.

Feb 4

Bronx honor roll students say they were stopped and frisked by NYPD

Aug 3, 2023

Black kids more likely to have asthma than kids of any other race

May 23, 2023

Activists call for accountability in Irvo Otieno's death

May 10, 2023

Texas governor seeks pardon of man convicted in killing of protester

Apr 11, 2023

Black men buy 'White Lives Matter' trademark so Ye can't sell shirts

Nov 3, 2022

Detroit police fire 38 shots in 3 seconds, killing Black man

Oct 6, 2022

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Minneapolis police have pattern of unjustified deadly force: DOJ

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Black kids are more likely to have asthma than kids of any other race

May 23, 2023

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Memphis police disband unit that beat Tyre Nichols to death

Jan 30, 2023

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Protestors raise awareness across NYC amid release of Tyre Nichols video

Jan 28, 2023

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Memphis police disband unit that beat Tyre Nichols to death

Jan 28, 2023

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Why a Black Lives Matter mural is sparking controversy in Greenburgh

Aug 26, 2022

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Restoration of Brooklyn mural removed by school officials now complete

Aug 24, 2022

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Why a Black Lives Matter mural is sparking controversy in Greenburgh

The 2,500-square-foot project depicts dozens of influential Black leaders - among them Louis Farrakhan, the head of the Nation of Islam, who the Southern Poverty Law Center classifies as an Anti-Semite.

Aug 26, 2022

Restoration of Brooklyn school mural removed by administrators now complete

After a year of grassroots community efforts, public advocacy, and coalition building, the restoration of a destroyed mural at PS 295 in Park Slope is complete.

Aug 24, 2022

Mayor-elect dismisses Black Lives Matter threats of riots if NYPD unit resurrected

New York City Mayor-elect Eric Adams met with Black Lives Matter, a conversation that ended in heated fashion with organizers threatening protests and violence if Adams brings back the controversial plainclothes NYPD anti-crime unit.

Nov 11, 2021

Arrest made after vandal defaced George Floyd statue in NYC's Union Square

A 37-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly vandalizing a statue honoring George Floyd in Union Square earlier this month.

Oct 25, 2021

Discipline recommended for 65 officers for conduct during NYC Black Lives Matter protests

The oversight agency of the NYPD has recommended discipline for dozens of officers accused of misconduct during last year's Black Lives Matter protests.

Oct 19, 2021