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12-year Navy veteran discharged for refusing to cut hair
A 12-year Navy veteran has been discharged for refusing to cut her hair or wear a wig as demanded by officials. Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jessica Sims is described as an exemplary sailor. For most of her time in the Navy, she had kept her hair in natural locks with a bun for most […]
Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson raises more money than Michael Brown fund
The tension over Michael Brown’s death has hardly dissipated. Public opinion remains divided between those who think Officer Darren Wilson, the man responsible for taking the teen’s life, should be charged with murder and those who say he shot the teen in self defense. What is pretty cut and dry is the amount […]
BYP100 on how you can end police brutality in your community
The following post originally appears on The Grio. It was written by BYP100’s National Coordinator Charlene Carruthers and BYP100 member Terrance Laney. By: Charlene Carruthers & Terrance Laney President Barack Obama’s statements on the killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, left many young black folks feeling that the administration was either unwilling or inept at addressing […]
Where’s the outrage for this 9-year-old’s execution?
The following post originated from the Chicago Tribune. It was written by John Kass. While this is a controversial subject, it is worth debating in the black community. By: John Kass Antonio Smith, 9 years old, was assassinated the other day. He was Chicago’s youngest fatal shooting victim this year. He was shot at least four times […]
Officers appear in video with weapons drawn as they guard Talib Kweli, Ferguson protesters
Famed recording artist Talib Kweli is on the ground with thousands of protesters in Ferguson, Missouri who are calling for justice for slain teen Michael Brown. The 18-year-old black unarmed youth was gunned down on Aug. 9 by police officer Darren Wilson. Kweli alleges police are the real agitators behind the tense protests […]
Possible charges: CHP police officer who beat defenseless woman on highway removed from duty
The California Highway Patrol officer who was videotaped punching a woman on the 10 Freeway has been relieved of his duties. Officer Daniel Andrew could face “potentially serious charges.”
Jackie Robinson West advances in Little League World Series
Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West Little League team advanced to earn a spot in the U.S. championship game after beating Taney of Philadelphia (6-5) on Thursday.
‘Hercules’ actor Kevin Sorbo calls Ferguson protesters ‘animals,’ issues apology
“Hercules” actor Kevin Sorbo apologized for an offensive rant he posted on his Facebook page that referred to black protesters in Ferguson, Missouri as “animals” and “losers.”
Video: actor Orlando Jones creates ‘Bullet Bucket Challenge’ in honor of Ferguson
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has been a huge social media hit. Everyone all all ages and popularity have contributed to raising awareness for the cause. So much that more than $15 million has been donated towards researching a cure for the disease. But instead of the Ice Bucket Challenge, actor/comedian Orlando Jones has […]
Alpha Phi Alpha offers to pay for Michael Brown’s funeral
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has agreed to cover all expenses for the memorial and funeral service for Michael Brown. In a letter to members of the organization, General President Mark S. Tillman called for members to take action. He also informed the National Pan Hellenic that actions needs to be taken nationwide in response […]
Racist message spray-painted on black-owned downtown venue
A popular black-owned venue in Chicago was tagged with a racist message on its wall. “N—– GO HOME” was spray-painted in large white letters on the front wall of Nouveau Tavern at 358 W. Ontario St. The club has a predominantly black clientele.
Theodore Wafer and the Nature of Prejudice
The tragedy of Renisha McBride can not be understated. It is unlike stories of police officers being required to make split second decisions of life and death or where an argument/altercation gets out of control and gun violence ensues, this was a young woman who was in a terrible situation. She had gotten into a […]