Yearbooks recalled over NY student citing Hitler's 'Mein Kampf'
The graduating senior listed Adolf Hitler's autobiography as his favorite book.
Trans Pride Flags waved at Texas Capitol as anti-transgender bill misses deadline
Footage by Texas State Rep Erin Zwiener shows transgender pride flags being held at the Texas State Capitol as the controversial SB29 ran out of time.
'Bo’s Law', named after Botham Jean, passing in the Texas Legislature
Bo’s Law largely has to do with body cameras and making sure officers keep them on.
George Floyd Act falling short, despite some smaller reforms passing
Among other changes, the George Floyd Act would have removed so-called “qualified immunity”, which in many cases protects officers from civil lawsuits.
Austin marks one year since George Floyd's death sparked protests
One year later, advocates who took to the streets after the death of George Floyd are hoping their words echoed months ago still resonate.
George Floyd’s family meets with Biden, lawmakers on anniversary of his death
The family of George Floyd met privately with President Joe Biden and several lawmakers in Washington, D.C. Tuesday amid the push to pass a policing bill in his name.
Activists claim city camp map is example of Austin's racist policies
Black leaders and community activists are voicing opposition to how many of the potential homeless campsites are located in East Austin.
Texas Senate passes new version of HB 3979, which would restrict teaching critical race theory in schools
A new version of House Bill 3979 passed out of the Senate in an 18-13 vote early Saturday morning after almost five hours of contentious debate on the floor.
CNN drops Rick Santorum over disparaging comments regarding Native American culture
CNN is cutting ties with former Republican senator and current TV analyst Rick Santorum over disparaging comments he made about Native American culture.
‘Hate can be given no safe harbor in America’: Biden signs COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
“Racism exists in America," said Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of President Joe Biden signing the bill into law.
Remember the legacy of Malcolm X with free movies, documentaries on Tubi
Educate yourself on the lasting legacy Malcolm X had on America’s fight for racial equality with free titles available to stream on Tubi.
Demi Lovato comes out as non-binary
Demi Lovato revealed on their podcast "4D with Demi Lovato" that they have come out as non-binary and will be using they/them pronouns.
House OKs bill to combat hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Congress has passed legislation aimed at combating hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Biden signs memorandum aimed at improving legal services for minorities, low-income Americans
President Joe Biden on Tuesday signed a presidential memorandum aimed at expanding access to legal representation and the courts for minorities, low-income Americans and others.
AAPI Heritage Month: Trailblazers that left lasting impacts in US history
Celebrate some of the trailblazing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who made lasting impacts on U.S. history during AAPI Heritage Month.
Israel-Gaza conflict: Biden expresses 'support' for cease-fire in call with Netanyahu
The White House says President Joe Biden expressed “support” for a cease-fire in a call to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday, the eighth day of Israeli-Palestinian fighting.
Born in jail, progressive Antioch mayor now champions police reform
Lamar Thorpe was born in jail. He was the only Black child among other children raised by Mexican foster care parents. He couldn’t properly read and write English in high school. Now, he's mayor of Antioch.
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at Anti-Asian Hate Rally in Sugar Land
The event was hosted by the Republicans of Fort Bend County entitled “Together - We are United” following multiple incidents of violence against Asian Americans during the coronavirus pandemic.
Penn State faculty vote to end terms 'freshman,' 'sophomore' & others due to 'male-centric academic history'
Faculty at Pennsylvania State University have voted to replace traditional descriptors like "freshman" and "sophomore" with "1st year" or "2nd year," citing the former's "male-centric academic history." The decision came as part of a Faculty Senate bill on the "Removal of Gendered & Binary Terms from Course and Program Descriptions."
Colin Kaepernick publishing company announces release date on book calling for police, prison abolition
Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick announced Tuesday that his self-titled publishing company will release its first book consisting of essays on police and prison reform.