Woman apologizes after backlash from confronting San Francisco homeowner over Black Lives Matter message
The video, which has been retweeted 155,000 times, has sparked accusations of racism and led a cosmetics distributor to cut ties with Lisa Alexander, founder and CEO of LaFace Skincare.
The video, which has been retweeted 155,000 times, has sparked accusations of racism and led a cosmetics distributor to cut ties with Lisa Alexander, founder and CEO of LaFace Skincare.
Hundreds of protesters turned out for Black unhoused lives rally at Echo Park Lake
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Echo Park and took to the streets Saturday afternoon-- looking to bring attention to the homeless issue in Los Angeles and the racial disparity among the homeless.
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Echo Park and took to the streets Saturday afternoon-- looking to bring attention to the homeless issue in Los Angeles and the racial disparity among the homeless.
Local designer shares the importance of black inclusivity in fashion
Kevan Hall is on the frontlines of fashion in support of black designers and jobs fashion related. He's had his own iconic career from Halston to designing for Michelle Obama and Charlize Theron.
Kevan Hall is on the frontlines of fashion in support of black designers and jobs fashion related. He's had his own iconic career from Halston to designing for Michelle Obama and Charlize Theron.
Local teen creates virtual book club to educate others on racism
The Black Lives Matter protests across the country and in SoCal include hundreds of young people advocating for change.
The Black Lives Matter protests across the country and in SoCal include hundreds of young people advocating for change.
Band-Aid adds line of bandage colors to represent different skin tones
In response to the ongoing protests that have erupted in response to systemic racism in America, Band-Aid has announced additions to its product line by offering colors that match different skin tone in order to “embrace the beauty of diverse skin.”
In response to the ongoing protests that have erupted in response to systemic racism in America, Band-Aid has announced additions to its product line by offering colors that match different skin tone in order to “embrace the beauty of diverse skin.”
NFL will observe Juneteenth as league holiday, closing all offices
The NFL announced on Friday that it will observe Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a recognized holiday.
The NFL announced on Friday that it will observe Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a recognized holiday.
Oscars to set best picture category at 10 nominees, implement inclusion standards for eligibility
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
Dahlia Ferlito explains how allies can help end racism amid social justice movement
The co-founder of White People for Black Lives explained steps white people who have recently been motivated to join the Black Lives Matter movement can take to help end racism.
The co-founder of White People for Black Lives explained steps white people who have recently been motivated to join the Black Lives Matter movement can take to help end racism.
Matt James named as first-ever black lead on ‘The Bachelor’
"The Bachelor" has officially cast its first-ever black lead contestant.
"The Bachelor" has officially cast its first-ever black lead contestant.
Louisville unanimously votes to ban ‘no-knocks’ after Breonna Taylor’s death
Louisville, Kentucky, has banned the use of controversial “no-knock” warrants and named the new ordinance for Breonna Taylor, who was fatally shot by officers who burst into her home.
Louisville, Kentucky, has banned the use of controversial “no-knock” warrants and named the new ordinance for Breonna Taylor, who was fatally shot by officers who burst into her home.
Yelp to launch search tool attribute for Black-owned businesses
The online review site will be launching a new free searchable attribute to give businesses a way to identify themselves as Black-owned.
The online review site will be launching a new free searchable attribute to give businesses a way to identify themselves as Black-owned.
Users who say ‘All Lives Matter’ to Apple’s Siri are given information about Black Lives Matter
Some individuals have been using the message “All Lives Matter” following protests over police brutality against minorities in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
Some individuals have been using the message “All Lives Matter” following protests over police brutality against minorities in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
‘Insensitive, wrong and racist:’ Trainer on leave over ‘I Can’t Breathe’ workout at Wisconsin gym
An Anytime Fitness in Wauwatosa is catching major heat over posting a workout titled, "I Can't Breathe," TMZ reported Wednesday, June 10. Some have said the workout sign was wrong, if not racist. With controversy growing, the corporate office issued a statement slamming the workout. Members said they have a lot of questions, too.
An Anytime Fitness in Wauwatosa is catching major heat over posting a workout titled, "I Can't Breathe," TMZ reported Wednesday, June 10. Some have said the workout sign was wrong, if not racist. With controversy growing, the corporate office issued a statement slamming the workout. Members said they have a lot of questions, too.
Jac Ross discusses viral hit, new social justice anthem 'It's OK To Be Black'
A song released back in January has emerged as a viral hit that has garnered more than 2 million views on YouTube.
A song released back in January has emerged as a viral hit that has garnered more than 2 million views on YouTube.
Lady Antebellum drops 'Antebellum' from band name due to slavery connotation
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
LeBron James forms group aimed at getting African-Americans to vote, tackling voter suppression
LeBron James and several other athletes announced Wednesday they are forming a group aimed at energizing black voters and tackling voter suppression in cities ahead of the 2020 election.
LeBron James and several other athletes announced Wednesday they are forming a group aimed at energizing black voters and tackling voter suppression in cities ahead of the 2020 election.
What cities and states are doing to reform policing policies following George Floyd's death
States and cities across the United States are looking to reform policing policies in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
States and cities across the United States are looking to reform policing policies in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
Resolving tension between LAPD and black youth
LAPD officers met with African American young adults inside a South LA church Wednesday to resolve the tension between the two.
LAPD officers met with African American young adults inside a South LA church Wednesday to resolve the tension between the two.
Yale University offers free course on African American history ‘from emancipation to the present’
There are a number of free courses offered online about the history of the black experience in America to those seeking to educate themselves and give context to recent events.
There are a number of free courses offered online about the history of the black experience in America to those seeking to educate themselves and give context to recent events.
Sales surge at black-owned Leimert Park bookstore in wake of social justice movement
One of the oldest black-owned bookstores in the country is seeing a huge surge in sales in the wake of the growing social justice movement.
One of the oldest black-owned bookstores in the country is seeing a huge surge in sales in the wake of the growing social justice movement.