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Illinois Became The First State To Fully Abolish Cash Bail, Here's What That Means

Illinois just ended the cash bail—meaning defendants will no longer be held in bail just because they can't afford to pay.

Motives of St. Helena School Shooter Revealed

St. Helena Parish Sheriff’s Office believes bullying was behind the shooting that claimed the life of a 16-year-old.

Nicki Minaj’s Husband Violates Terms of Probation With Threats Toward Offset

The Pink Friday 2 rapper’s husband, Kenneth Petty, is in legal hot water after a social media video backfires.

Whopping $1 Billion Lawsuit Hits The Kendrick Johnson Case

The family of Kendrick Johnson is accusing several law enforcement agencies of publishing false information.

After Brutally Beating an Inmate, 9 Deputies May Be Headed to Their Own Jail Cells

A group of Memphis jail deputies were indicted on criminal charges in connection to the death of Gershun Freeman.

Minnesota Prosecutor Faces the Million-Dollar Question: Did This Cop Have to Kill Ricky Cobb II?

Prosecutors must decide from an investigation if an officer was justified in fatally shooting a Black man.

Gymnastics Ireland Finally Issues Apology for Ignoring Black Child During Medal Ceremony

'Gymnastics Ireland condemns any form of racism whatsoever,' the statement read.

Mississippi River Drought Threatens New Orleans Drinking Water

New Orleans is potentially on the brink a major drinking water crisis, highlighting the escalating environmental disasters in Black communities.

23 Moments in Black History DeSantis Wants to Hide From Florida Students

Ron DeSantis can censor Black history in the classroom but not on the internet.

Black Texas Student Suspended for a Second Time Because He Refuses To Cut His Hair

This Black student was suspended despite the CROWN Act, a law that prohibits race-based hair discrimination, going into effect earlier this month.

New Campaign Encourages Black Americans to Get Updated COVID Vaccines

The Department of Health and Human Services aims to increase the number of updated COVID vaccinations in our communities.

Can The Black Church Return After Covid?

Our special report on how churches took action to serve their flocks in the wake of a devastating pandemic.

History-Making New Jersey Lt. Governor, Sheila Oliver, Dies at 71

Oliver made history as the first Black woman to serve as speaker of the New Jersey state assembly. She was also the first Black woman to be elected statewide.

Rest In Power: Mutulu Shakur, Tupac's Stepfather And Renowned Activist, Dies At 72

Shakur died of cancer just months after being released from prison.

Why Does White East Palestine, Ohio Get Apologies, But None for Black Cancer Alley?

Black communities smothered 24/7 by toxic industries keep getting strung along, with no apology in sight. This week is a perfect example.

Will Alvin Bragg Be The One To Take Donald Trump Down?

Trump was indicted on Thursday, following an investigation by Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg Jr.

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