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George Floyd Prosecutor Slams Derek Chauvin Moment of Silence
At a Minnesota GOP convention, delegates paused to honor Chauvin — prompting Keith Ellison to call it a cruel insult to George Floyd’s family and legacy.
Former IL Deputy Sentenced to 20 Years for Sonya Massey Killing
Former deputy Sean Grayson has been sentenced to 20 years for the killing of Illinois resident Sonya Massey.
Ayo Edebiri Interjects in Interview After Being Excluded From Black Lives Matter Question
She's been praised for her grace during the moment.
Lil Yachty Criticized for George Floyd Lyric on Unreleased Song: 'Put My Knee Up on Her Neck'
The Atlanta rapper previewed the upcoming track during Plaqueboymax’s recent live stream.
Bhad Bhabie Shares Photo of Her Child’s Father Le Vaughn Wearing 'White Lives Matter' Shirt
The couple welcomed daughter Kali Love last March.
Lil Yachty Explains Why He Believes the Black Lives Matter Foundation Is a 'Scam'
Yachty aired out his grievances with the foundation on Quenlin Blackwell's YouTube channel.
Texas Governor Pardons Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Killing Black Lives Matter Protester
Gov. Greg Abbott had long signaled that he was in support of a pardon for the man, who has now been released from custody.
The Black Music Coalition’s Continued Push For Change Is Awe-Inspiring
Char Grant, Komali Scott-Jones, Afryea Henry-Frontaine and Sheryl Nwosu’s collective mission is simple yet profound: to erase racial inequality in the music industry and usher in equity and equality for Black artists, executives, and communities.
New York City to Award $13 Million to Summer 2020 Protesters in Black Lives Matter Demonstration
This is one of the priciest payouts ever made in a lawsuit involving mass arrests.
Texas Board of Education Strikes Down Call to Rebrand Slavery in Classrooms as ‘Involuntary Relocation’
A group of nine educators approached the board of education on June 15 with a proposal to rename slavery as involuntary relocation in second grade classrooms.
Chicago Police Officer Resigns Amid 'Scrutiny' After Viral Video Shows His Manhandling Black Woman
Officer Bruce Dyker has resigned after he was put on desk duty for a complaint brought against him last year where he was accused of excessive force.
Former Co-Worker Who Killed Black Man on Camping Trip Will Not Face Charges, Victim’s Family: ‘Not Surprised'
The family of Jamaican expat Peter Spencer says they are not surprised after it was announced on Tuesday that their son’s shooter would not be facing charges.
In 2021 Police Shot and Killed 1,055 People, 27 Percent Were Black According to New Report
A policing project started in 2015 has tracked fatal shootings at the hands of the police across the nation and revealed 2021 to be the highest year yet.
Exclusive: Interview with Mother and Brother of Lauren Smith-Fields Amid News of Homicide Investigation
In an exclusive interview with Complex, attorney for the family of Lauren Smith-Fields confirms that they'll be seeking the help of the Department of Justice.
Family of Lauren Smith-Fields to Sue Bridgeport, Connecticut for Violating Civil Rights Under 14th Amendment
The family of influencer Lauren Smith-Fields is suing the city of Bridgeport in Connecticut for violating their civil rights under the 14th amendment.
A 74-Year-Old Black Woman Gets Exonerated After Spending 28 Years in Prison for Wrongful Murder Conviction
Joyce Watkins was granted parole in 2015, but she immediately began taking steps towards clearing her name and getting her 1988 conviction overturned.
Drag Star Tynomi Banks on Her BLM Merch Line and Already Big Year
Designed by Toronto artist Sydney Mia Gittens, the collection includes a series of T-shirts and a hoodie donning Black Lives Matter-adjacent phrases.
Meet Mark Clennon, the Photographer Who Took One of the Most Impactful Photos of 2020
We spoke to Mark Clennon about how he moved to New York City and became an in demand, full-time photographer.