Matt James named as first-ever black lead on ‘The Bachelor’
"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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to have effective conversations about racism, racial injustice
In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd, more people are having important conversations about racism and racial injustice. But how do you discuss those topics constructively and effectively? FOX 11's Vanessa Borge spoke with psychologist, Dr. Julia Harper.
Senate confirms US Air Force Gen. Charles Brown Jr., first black service chief, in unanimous vote
The Senate on Tuesday unanimously confirmed Gen. Charles Brown Jr. as chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force, making him the first black officer to lead one of the nation's military services.
Defunding Police: Community members in Culver City talk about future of policing
Over one hundred people gathered at Veterans Memorial Park in Culver City Tuesday for a peaceful protest, and during the protest, people talked about how they view the future of policing.
'Cops' TV show ends 32-year run following George Floyd protests, according to reports
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
District Attorney Lacey orders investigators to stop using carotid restraints
Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey ordered her investigators to immediately stop using carotid restraints, in an announcement on Tuesday.