Some Dr. Seuss books to be pulled for racist imagery
The organization that preserves author Dr. Seuss's legacy says it will stop publishing 6 titles because they contain racist imagery.
Another Jacob Lawrence painting located after 60 years
Another panel from American artist Jacob Lawrence's sweeping series "Struggle: From the History of the American People" has surfaced after being hidden from public view for six decades. Three panels from the groundbreaking collection remain unaccounted for.
No charges after man hangs klan flag next to Black family's home
A prosecutor declined to file charges Tuesday against a suburban Detroit man who displayed a Ku Klux Klan flag in his window next to the home of a Black family, saying the “horrible conduct” doesn't violate Michigan law.
Crowd rallies around gay men detained on Mexico beach
A crowd of people on a beach in Mexico rallied around three men who were being detained by police after someone reportedly complained about “obscene acts of exhibitionism.
Mr. Potato Head rebranded as all-inclusive Potato Head, Hasbro announces
Hasbro created confusion on Thursday when it removed the gender from its Mr. Potato Head brand, but not from the actual toy.
California lawmaker introduces bill that would fine department stores $1,000 for separating toys by gender
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would penalize department stores for separating children’s toys, clothing and other items by gender.
At least 160 Confederate symbols taken down or moved in 2020, SPLC says
At least 160 public Confederate symbols were taken down or moved from public spaces in 2020, according to a new count the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Ex-Cuomo aide says governor kissed her, suggested strip poker
Lindsey Boylan, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, says the governor once kissed her on the lips without consent after a private meeting. His press secretary denies Boylan's claims.
NYC, NYPD confront surge in anti-Asian hate crimes
The head of the NYPD's newly created anti-Asian Hate Crime Task Force said incidents against Asians are underreported.
Cherokee tribe asks Jeep to stop using its name
It is time for Jeep to stop using the Cherokee Nation’s name on its Cherokee and Grand Cherokee SUVs, the chief of the Oklahoma-based tribe said.
Bloody Sunday memorial will honor civil rights giants including late Rep. John Lewis
This year's commemoration of a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights for African Americans will honor four giants of the civil rights movement who lost their lives in 2020, including the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
Disney+ gives ‘The Muppet Show’ an ‘offensive content’ disclaimer
Before playing the music and lighting the lights, fans who choose to binge "The Muppet Show" on Disney+ will be shown an "offensive content" warning ahead of select episodes.
How the pandemic has affected Black churches
The parking lot at Berean Christian Church in Georgia sits empty and the sanctuary is silent.
Connecticut partners with nonprofit on vaccine outreach to minorities
Connecticut is partnering with a Hartford-based nonprofit organization that advocates for health equity to reach out to more than 10,000 minority residents over the next three months and dispel myths about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively make second $1M donation to food charities in US and Canada
Ryan Reynolds and his wife, Blake Lively, donated $1 million to food banks for a second time amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Country star Luke Combs apologizes for appearing with Confederate flags
Country star Luke Combs has apologized for appearing with Confederate flags, saying he is now aware of how painful that flag is.
Case dropped after woman in racist Central Park run-in gets therapy
A judge dismissed the case against Amy Cooper, the white woman arrested last spring for calling 911 during a dispute with a Black man in New York’s Central Park.
Civil rights to the White House: Black leaders who blazed trails in US politics and changed American history
From the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the 2020 election of Vice President Kamala Harris, here are some of the pioneers who blazed trails in civil rights and American politics.
Connecticut Gov. Lamont vaccinated; he and Black leaders urge people to get shots
Under state rules, the governor, 67, became eligible for the shot last week when vaccinations opened up to people 65 and older.
Broadway's first play post-shutdown will feature all-black cast
Broadway's first new play announced for post-shutdown is written by a black playwright, featuring an all-black cast and helmed by an all-minority creative team.