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Supreme Court Supports Lawsuit Over Fatal Traffic Stop Involving Black Man and Police Officer

An excessive force lawsuit initiated by the mother of a Black man fatally shot by police during a Houston traffic stop is set to proceed, as affirmed by the Supreme Court. On May 15, justices unanimously allowed the case of Ashtian Barnes, who was killed by an officer in April 2016, to advance, as r...

Simone Biles and Jenifer Lewis Receive Prestigious Honorary Degrees from Washington University

Actress Jenifer Lewis and gymnast Simone Biles have received honorary degrees from Washington University. The prestigious recognition occurred during the commencement ceremony in St. Louis on Sunday, May 12, as noted by theGrio. Lewis was awarded a Doctorate in Fine Arts, while Biles earned a degree...

Supreme Court Ruling Expands Civil Rights by Rejecting 'Moment-of-Threat' Doctrine

In a landmark decision advancing constitutional protections, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously struck down the “moment-of-threat” doctrine long used to shield law enforcement from civil liability in police shootings. The case, Barnes v. Felix, stems from the 2016 killing of Ashtian Barnes, a Black...

Rev. Al Sharpton's Passionate Address in Philly: A Call for Accountability Among Black Leaders

At a multi-faith breakfast on Friday, Rev. Al Sharpton criticized affluent Black individuals for what he termed “Negro amnesia,” believing they neglect to honor the struggles of previous generations in their rise to success. As keynote speaker for the inaugural Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, organized...

Join the AACCNJ DEI Webinar: Expert Legal Insights for NJ Businesses from Seyfarth Shaw

The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) is poised to conduct a pivotal webinar titled “DEI in the Private Sector – Key Developments for NJ Businesses” on Monday, May 19, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The session will feature esteemed legal experts from Seyfarth Shaw LLP, under the...

Dismantling Diversity: How Trump's Anti-DEI and Anti-Trans Policies Impact Business Growth

A transgender rights advocate proudly displays a flag at the Trans Day of Visibility rally on March 31, 2025, at the National Mall in Washington, DC. By Matteo Winkler and Marcelle A. Laliberté, HEC Paris Business School In recent months, U.S. diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies have...

Rev. A. Marie Walker: Your Source of Instant Inspiration for May 18, 2025

“But we possess this remarkable treasure in fragile vessels, ensuring that the magnificence of the power is divinely inspired and not of ourselves. We encounter challenges on all fronts, yet remain undeterred; perplexities arise, but despair evades us; we face persecution, yet we are not abandoned;...

Arrest Made in High-Profile Case of Twerking Woman Killed on Atlanta Street

Nearly three weeks after the viral video of Amiya Cunningham dancing in the street just moments before being fatally struck by a car shocked the internet, Forest Park police have made an arrest. Alexandria Larkin has been charged with first-degree vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of an acci...

FCC Greenlights $20B Verizon Merger—But Only After DEI Surrender

Verizon is facing heavy backlash after abandoning its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to gain federal approval for its $20B acquisition of Frontier Communications. Critics say the move—executed under pressure from Trump-appointed FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr—amounts to a shameful s...

Guest Perspective: U.S. Favors White South African Immigrants While Excluding Others

On May 12, the initial contingent of White South Africans, referred to as Afrikaners, landed at Dulles Airport, greeted by U.S. officials. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau announced that the 59 arrivals on the chartered flight had undergone expedited reviews lasting under three months, i...

Atlanta United's Promising Start Derailed by Philadelphia Union's Resilience

Atlanta United defender Matt Edwards showcased his skills during the May 17, 2025 match against Philadelphia Union at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. His timely block of a Union shot proved pivotal in the first half. Since defeating New York City FC 4-3 on March 29, Atlanta has struggled to secure victories,...

Wig or War? Tamar’s Comments on Kandi Burruss Overshadowed by Hair Blunder

Tamar Braxton’s appearance on NeNe Leakes’ YouTube show was supposed to reignite her feud with Kandi Burruss—but the real drama was above her eyebrows. As Tamar passionately addressed her rocky history with the RHOA star, social media users couldn’t focus on the tea because her wig became the main...

Haiti's Role in the Worldwide Push for Reparations

This keynote address was delivered by Mildred Aristide, the former First Lady of Haiti, during the Samuel Dash Conference on Human Rights held on April 8, 2025. Jointly hosted by the Georgetown Law Human Rights Institute and the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti, this year's theme was "Ha...

State Of The Art Affordable Housing: Black and Brown Builders Redefine San Francisco's Mission District

With a rich heritage and visionary aspirations, Derek Smith and Marinship are poised to redefine San Francisco's future for families. On a sunlit spring morning in the Mission District, the community convened for more than a groundbreaking; they witnessed a pivotal moment in combatting displacement....

The MAGA Opponent Sparking Debate as Pope Leo XIV

The Vatican has strategically chosen Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native, to succeed the late Pope Francis. This selection introduces a social justice proponent who may contest the MAGA narrative. The first American pope’s decision to adopt the name Leo XIV has sparked reactions, part...