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  • San Francisco Man Exonerated after 3 Decades in Prison

    The San Francisco DA dismissed the case against Joaquin Ciria after finding false witness testimonies and police misconduct led to his conviction.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 20, 2022
  • Brooklyn’s New Black-Owned LGBTQ Club Is a Safehaven

    Brooklyn’s New Black-Owned LGBTQ Club Is a Safehaven

    The owners of Club Lambda Brooklyn, Charles Hughes and Richard Solomon, spoke to The Root about taking the initiative to make a safe space for their community.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 19, 2022
  • Prior to Tyre Sampson’s Fatal Plunge from Park Ride, the Florida Teen’s Restraint Was Manually Adjusted, Officials said.

    Prior to Tyre Sampson’s Fatal Plunge from Park Ride, the Florida Teen’s Restraint Was Manually Adjusted, Officials said.

    The seat of the drop tower ride where Tyre Sampson, 14, fell to his death was manipulated prior to him boarding.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 19, 2022
  • Black Republican Senator Urges Against “Teaching Kids They are Oppressors”

    Sen. Tim Scott is expected to make a speech denouncing education on racism, criticizing the Biden administration and inviting voters of color into the GOP.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 19, 2022
  • NJ Mayor Exposed for Using N-Word in Resurfaced Audio

    NJ residents are calling for Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso to resign following a pattern of racist behaviors.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 18, 2022
  • Gay Couple Called “Pedophiles” and Accused of “Stealing” Black Adopted Son

    The family believed the remarks were inspired by right-wing media’s rhetoric on gender and sexuality.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 18, 2022
  • Family of Patrick Lyoya Calls for Prosecution of Grand Rapids Officer [Update]

    Four videos released showing the moments before Lyoya was shot by a Grand Rapids officer. Lyoya’s family calling for the prosecution of the officer.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 18, 2022
  • Republicans are “The Party of White Supremacy,” says BU’s Ibram X. Kendi

    Republicans are “The Party of White Supremacy,” says BU’s Ibram X. Kendi

    Kendi, author of “How to Be an Antiracist,” explained how white children need anti-racist education to avoid being groomed by white supremacist recruiters.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 18, 2022
  • WHO Report: Africa Sees Lowest Levels of COVID Cases and Deaths

    WHO Report: Africa Sees Lowest Levels of COVID Cases and Deaths

    The COVID cases in Africa are now the lowest they have been since April of 2020.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 15, 2022
  • Investigation: No-Knock Raids for Drug Searches Lead to Fatal Shootings

    Investigation: No-Knock Raids for Drug Searches Lead to Fatal Shootings

    Judges often sign off on no-knock warrant requests without resistance or questioning the merit.

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    Kalyn Womack






    Published

    April 15, 2022
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