Justice Department’s civil rights complaint against Ferguson could set model for reform
The Department of Justice filed a robust complaint against Ferguson, Missouri, charging the city with violations of federal civil rights statutes.
Young black activists are in it for the long haul
Featuring a network of young leaders, use of technology, and a focus on system-wide change, the Movement for Black Lives represents a politically important moment in civil rights organizing.
This week in history: Kickass black feminist Flo Kennedy born
She was a lawyer, activist, civil rights advocate, lecturer, writer and feminist.
This week in history: First African American congressman speaks on House of Representatives floor
Jefferson Franklin Long: the first black member to speak on the House floor.
Supreme Court hears Texas plan to replace democracy with oligarchy
Once again, right wingers have come up with a scheme to dilute and diminish the voting power of minorities, and they might get what they want.
Justice demanded for Mario Woods, victim of San Francisco police
"He was not committing a dangerous act. We're tired of the SFPD killing black people."
Samaria Rice retains faith that justice will be done for Tamir
"I don't need all this attention, but I feel like I have to do something good with it, I have to turn my anger into something positive."
Chicago police chief sacked, Mayor Emanuel flees to Paris
It was announced Tuesday, Dec. 1, that Garry McCarthy was officially fired from his position as Chicago's Chief of Police.
Today in history: Rosa Parks takes a stand by sitting down
Rosa Parks risked physical abuse, arrest and jail because she was part of a growing movement of African Americans sick and tired of discrimination and racism.
Chicago protesters demand Mayor Emanuel's resignation
Leaders in the pursuit of justice say demonstrations will continue: there is such profound distrust and alienation from the police in the neighborhoods most affected.
