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Hard to believe it's been six years since Tamir Rice was gunned down at the hands of law enforcement. Today, we look back at the legacy his story has left behind as we continue the fight toward social equality.
Whether you discovered him as the urban Robin Hood on "The Wire," or became mesmerized by his portrayal of Chalky White on "Boardwalk Empire," there's no denying talent. Today, on what would have been his 55th birthday, we invite you to look back at the onscreen moments that made Michael K. Williams unforgettable.
The person shown on video speeding through a holiday parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and mowing down multiple people, killing at least five and injuring up to dozens of others, has reportedly been identified as a Black man named Darrell E. Brooks Jr.
Creating cultural experiences and moments of joy in exchange for supporting Black transgender people provides an opportunity to build community. The new affiliate program offers access to high-quality gender-affirming wigs and tarot/astrology readings.
Beyond the verdict, the group has emphasized the need for transparent investigations of police misconduct and prosecutorial accountability for the first two prosecutors who obstructed justice.
According to an initial release from The Witherspoon Law Group, the couple’s six-year-old autistic son came home from school in late August missing the underwear he left home wearing. They promptly reported the incident to school officials but received little to no action.
Federal regulations provide for the transport of unloaded guns in checked, not carry-on, baggage. The Transporation Security Administration even has a short video about traveling with firearms.
As outraged as people are by police brutality or white supremacist violence, they should be disturbed by transphobic attacks. All three injustices deny people of their humanity and the right to live.
According to WREG, as of Nov. 8, there have been 268 homicides in Memphis which is outpacing the cities record-breaking murder count from 2020
It’s great you can rattle off the definition of privilege, yet when Black organizations ask you to stand with them, you find an excuse. You have more work to do.
Large police settlements cannot replace the loss of loved ones and often do little to deter police behavior. A report from Five Thiry-Eight and The Marshall Project documented the millions paid out by cities annually and the difficulty with holding police departments accountable.
The battle over the map in Ohio—mirroring other GOP-controlled states—comes as congressional Democrats have been fighting to pass various voting rights legislation.
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Remembering Tamir Rice: A Legacy Of Photos Six Years After His Murder
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Michael K. Williams Would Have Been 55 Today, Take A Look Back At His Greatest Onscreen Moments
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Waukesha Suspect Reportedly Identified As Black Man After Deadly SUV ‘Attack’ At Wisconsin Parade
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Centering Wellness and Well-Being, For the Gworls Helps Black Transgender People Show Up On Their Own Terms