A new biography, The People's Historian by Dave Zirin, highlights Howard Zinn's life and influence, including on actor Matt Damon, who grew up knowing Zinn and was inspired by his work, A People's History of the United States.
An 18-month investigation into the unsolved 2020 killing of 16-year-old Antonio Mays Jr. at Seattle's Capitol Hill Occupied Protest (CHOP) zone reveals a chaotic scene where protesters, in the absence of police, shot and killed Mays and injured two others in a stolen Jeep, with no arrests or charges filed despite extensive video evidence.
John F. Kennedy's 1963 civil rights speech, prompted by Alabama Governor George Wallace blocking Black students at the University of Alabama, declared civil rights a moral test for the nation. The speech, delivered spontaneously, laid the groundwork for the Civil Rights Act of 1964, emphasizing that diminishing one person's rights weakens protections for all.
The independent autopsy results for Nolan Xavier Wells, a Black teenager found dead after a boat trip with white friends in Mississippi, will be released Wednesday. The family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, seeks transparency amid online speculation and calls from Black leaders for a thorough investigation.
Attorney Ben Crump will release independent autopsy results for 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, found dead after a July 4 boat trip in Mississippi. The family, backed by civil rights leaders and celebrities, seeks answers amid online speculation and concerns over local authorities' initial statements.
The US Justice Department launched a probe into Harvard University's China-based financial aid programs, investigating potential discrimination against American-citizen students. Harvard denies unlawful discrimination and views Trump administration probes as retaliatory.
Democrat Graham Platner ends his U.S. Senate campaign in Maine amid rape allegations. The U.S. launches strikes on Iran, prompting retaliation. Tips are provided for staying safe during summer.
The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Mississippi teen found dead on Horn Island, has hired civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump. Wells went missing after a July 4th trip with friends. His family seeks answers and an independent autopsy as the investigation continues.
Naidoc Week, originating from the 1938 Day of Mourning protest against colonization, is more than a celebration; it's a continuation of Aboriginal political movements. Evolving over decades, its themes reflect ongoing advocacy for justice, equality, and self-determination, while this year's "50 Years of Deadly" theme honors the people who built the movement.
Photography, arriving in the US in 1839, became a powerful tool for shaping national identity, blending truth and myth. Iconic images documented American dramas from the gold rush to civil rights, often interpreting and creating the nation's story.
The US Education Department has delayed the release of its Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) for the 2023-24 school year, raising concerns among advocates. The delay, coupled with plans to move the CRDC team to the Department of Justice and the administration's focus on certain civil rights issues, fuels worries about accountability and transparency in protecting students' rights.
The US Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 that babies born in the US to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment, rejecting Donald Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced civil rights activists Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah Shahji to life imprisonment for the killing of a paramilitary soldier during a July 2024 protest in Gwadar. The verdict, which the activists deny and plan to appeal, has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations, who view it as a suppression of fundamental rights advocacy in Balochistan.
Martha Reeves reflects on her career at Motown Records, comparing its production to Ford's assembly line, and the genius of artists like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. She discusses the creation of "Dancing in the Street" and its role in the civil rights movement, her friendships with Dusty Springfield, and touring the Jim Crow South.
A left-liberal German NGO, the Society for Civil Rights, has published a 1,500-page report arguing that the populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is unconstitutional due to its stances on immigration, citizenship, and minority groups, advocating for its ban under strict post-war democratic laws.
The US Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation into Poetica Coffee, a New York-based cafe chain, after it announced on social media it would not serve Democratic US House Representative Dan Goldman due to his support for Israel. The chain called Goldman a "genocide enabler" and stated he should never return.
A new Justice Department memo questions decades of civil rights protections for Americans with disabilities, arguing states aren't required to provide in-home or community-based care. Advocates fear this could lead to the re-institutionalization of disabled individuals.
The Justice Department has launched an investigation into MLB after players were reprimanded for writing Bible verses on their hats during Pride Night. The probe is framed as a commitment to combating religious discrimination.
The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into Major League Baseball after the league warned three San Francisco Giants players for writing Bible verses on their hats during Pride Night. The investigation will examine if the discipline constitutes religious discrimination.
Three Amazon employees who advocated for data center regulation in Seattle are now under internal investigation, facing claims they spoke for the company without approval. They allege retaliation for expressing personal political beliefs and have filed a complaint with Seattle's Office for Civil Rights.
The Trump administration has removed more than 50 exhibits from at least 37 national parks, following an order to take down signs that "inappropriately disparage Americans." A federal judge blocked further modifications, calling the removals an attempt to "rewrite the Nation’s history with a white-out pen."
A one-year-old boy, Kohen Wiley, was killed when police opened fire in a Mississippi Walmart parking lot while responding to a shoplifting call. The child was in a car with his mother and a friend when he was struck by a bullet. The officer involved has been placed on administrative leave as the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation investigates the incident.
The Education Department is transferring oversight of special education and civil rights to the Justice Department and Health and Human Services, moving closer to President Trump's goal of shutting down the department. Advocates worry this will complicate enforcement and negatively impact students with disabilities.
The Trump administration is intervening in a civil rights lawsuit against Elon Musk's xAI, arguing its Mississippi AI data center is critical for the economy and military. The NAACP alleges xAI illegally operates power turbines without permits, posing health risks and violating the Clean Air Act.
