Chian Weekes-Rivera says this past summer, her police captain disciplined her for wearing her hair in Bantu knots, a traditional African style.
Connecticut is moving forward in enacting the CROWN Act, which prevents discrimination based on hairstyles.
Some states have already passed laws banning natural hair discrimination. Now, federal lawmakers are considering a similar measure.
If you recall, a teen was entangled with his high school over his dreadlocks. The back-and-forth has since inspired legislation.
Bill Ritter headed to the barbershop for the first time in months on Monday to get a haircut. The experience was live-streamed on all ABC7NY platforms as a way to raise money for the largest provider of family shelter in New York City called WIN.
With the virtual guidance of Adam Reyes, owner of Virile Barber and Shop, New Jersey Community Journalist, Miguel Amaya, cuts his hair at home during the quarantine.