Loving Day 2021: Couples celebrate legalization of interracial marriage
In 1967, the U.S. made interracial marriages legal, a moment that continues to be celebrated 54 years later.
Support of same-sex marriage in US reaches all-time high, poll finds
U.S. support for same-sex marriage has reached an all-time high, Gallup said. And for the first time, a majority of Republicans are also in favor.
Mansion once home to Robert E. Lee reopens with new emphasis on those enslaved there
The Arlington House where Robert E. Lee once lived reopened to the public this week with a new emphasis on those who were enslaved there.
Loudoun County gym teacher reinstated after suspension for opposing gender policies, group says
A Loudoun County gym teacher who was placed on administrative leave following his opposition to his school's new gender policies has been reinstated, according to the group who filed a lawsuit on his behalf.
Possible Tulsa Race Massacre victims' remains being excavated
Workers have begun excavating remains of possible Tulsa Race Massacre victims.
What’s next for critical race theory debate in Georgia schools?
After the state board of education passed a resolution denouncing the teaching of the theory in the classroom, we’re taking a look at what’s next.
Cafe tagged with anti-Semitic hate speech; hate crimes on the rise in San Francisco
A popular cafe in San Francisco's Mission District was tagged with anti-Semitic hate speech. It’s another example of the growing number of hate-related cases happening in the city.
Middle school drops Confederate soldier’s name to take NASA’s Katherine Johnson’s
A Virginia school board held a naming ceremony where they removed the name of a Confederate soldier from a middle school and replaced it with Katherine Johnson — the NASA legend.
Breonna Taylor mural unveiled in Louisville ahead of her birthday weekend
Breonna Taylor would have turned 28 on June 5. A Louisville councilwoman and a nonprofit revealed a mural in her honor Friday, and several other events are planned around the city.
American Legion official resigns over muting veteran's mic on Memorial Day
An American Legion official from Hudson, Ohio resigned his leadership role Friday amid the backlash for muting a veteran’s microphone during his Memorial Day speech.
Oakland police chief apologizes; issues 33 disciplinary actions for using tear gas against protesters
Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong on Wednesday for the first time apologized for what happened at a youth-led George Floyd protest last summer and he also announced that he has issued more than 33 disciplinary actions to officers for using tear gas, in violation of department and city policy.
Georgia Board of Education debates limits on critical race theory, passes resolution
Georgia state education officials plan to host a special session to consider limiting how critical race theory can be taught in schools.
NFL shares Pride-themed logo, says it stands with LGBTQ+ community
The NFL says it stands with the LGBTQ+ community in honor of Pride Month 2021 and shared its famed logo in rainbow colors.
Veteran's mic muted as he told of Black people's role in Memorial Day origin
An investigation is underway after a veteran’s microphone was cut off as his Memorial Day speech ventured into how former slaves in Charleston, South Carolina helped start the holiday when they dug up the remains of 200 Union soldiers to give them a proper burial shortly after the Civil War ended.
South Fulton leaders explain declaring racism a public health concern
The council members who put forth the resolution acknowledging that declaration want to bring attention to the racial disparities and income inequalities in policy making.
Bill to ban BLM flag at US embassies introduced by House Republicans
The Stars and Stripes Act of 2021 would prohibit American embassies from flying Black Lives Matter and other political flags.
South Fulton declares racism a public health concern
The City of South Fulton declared racism a public health concern in a resolution passed this week.
California launches 1st-in-nation task force to study slave reparations
Secretary of State Shirley Weber noted the opportunity to right a historic wrong that continues today, in the form of large racial disparities in wealth, health and education.
Biden commemorates Tulsa Massacre 100th anniversary
During the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre, President Joe Biden announced he has tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead efforts in stricter voter protection as well as pushing for police reform.
Oakland Tech H.S. valedictorian says 'absolutely no way' he's first Black male capable of holding that title
18-year-old Ahmed Muhammad has inspired, led and motivated his fellow classmates at Oakland Technical High School on countless occasions over their four years together. And on Saturday, he brought it all home with an uplifting, empowering commencement speech as he addressed the class of 2021 as his school’s first ever Black male valedictorian.