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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Google to provide 100,000 Black women with career, digital skills training
AWESOME! Google on Friday announced an initiative to provide 100,000 Black women with career development and digital skills training by spring 2022.
AWESOME! Google on Friday announced an initiative to provide 100,000 Black women with career development and digital skills training by spring 2022.
UK hospital adopts transgender-friendly terms for birthing
A UK hospital is adopting gender-inclusive language for perinatal services to cater to trans and non-binary people who are giving birth.
A UK hospital is adopting gender-inclusive language for perinatal services to cater to trans and non-binary people who are giving birth.
New York teen holds virtual art classes for kids in shelters
Caroline Faber, 14, created Craft With Me, a virtual art class.
Caroline Faber, 14, created Craft With Me, a virtual art class.
New York fast-tracks fertility coverage for same-sex couples
Some same-sex couples had filed complaints to the state that they were facing financial barriers to receiving fertility treatments.
Some same-sex couples had filed complaints to the state that they were facing financial barriers to receiving fertility treatments.
Panel recommends 7 Negro Leagues for major league status
A baseball task force has recommended seven Negro Leagues for official recognition as major leagues.
A baseball task force has recommended seven Negro Leagues for official recognition as major leagues.