Chicagoans rally for an end to racist violence
After reading the names and short biographies of the slain, the mournful airs gave way to determination as the emcees brought forth speakers from the crowd.
As mayors meet in San Francisco, ending racist violence is a theme
One issue kept resurfacing: how to confront and deal with the virulent racism that remains a current in U.S. life.
Julius & Ethel's final day: June 19th, 1953
Despite massive, worldwide protests, Ethel and Julius Rosenberg were executed in Sing Sing Prison; on this anniversary, their granddaughter has this message and shares videos.
Today in history: Zoot Suit riots rock L.A.
In 1943, simmering racial unease exploded as hundreds of white sailors stationed in Los Angeles stormed into East L.A. and began beating Hispanics.
Spoiler Alert- The man behind the curtain is Bruce Rauner!
Governor Rauner is at war with working-class families with the full intention of playing the school yard bully, picking on those of us who are the most vulnerable.
Baltimore United for Change takes root
As Freddie Gray lay dying in Maryland Shock Trauma Center, a group of activists was planning to curb police brutality in Baltimore.
Five months after Tamir Rice died, sheriff says investigation continues
Cleveland police are noted for being among the most brutal and incompetent police forces in the country.
Antidotes to inequality — time for some $58,000 traffic tickets?
The protests that followed last year's deadly Ferguson police shooting have revealed how local courts are gouging poor people on fines for minor offenses.
Chicago to pay reparations to police torture victims
Victims of police torture would share $5.5 million, receive an apology and see their story taught in school under a reparations package.
Baltimore prosecutor brings murder, manslaughter charges against six police
The officers are charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, and assault.
