San Francisco lawmakers consider funding reparations for slavery: $5 million per Black person
San Francisco could become the first major U.S. city to fund reparations for slavery and systemic racism as the idea gains traction across the country.
Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in New Jersey
The “Shadow of a Face” monument replaced a statue of Christopher Columbus which was removed in June 2020.
World marks International Women's Day but abuses, inequality still rampant
While there have been major advances in many countries, the situation in places like Afghanistan and Iran serves as a cold reminder of a long road ahead.
Jennifer McClellan becomes 1st Black woman for Virginia in Congress
Jennifer McClellan, holding the receipt for a poll tax her father once had to pay tucked into the pages of a family Bible, was sworn into the U.S. House on Tuesday, becoming the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress.
Black couple in Marin City settle home appraisal suit
A Black couple in Marin City has settled a lawsuit against an appraiser who assessed their home for a far lower price than a white couple.
Biden talks voting rights during trip to Selma: 'This fundamental right remains under assault'
The visit to Selma was a chance for Biden to speak directly to the current generation of civil rights activists. Many
Tempe City Council votes to rename places named after KKK members: Here's what you should know
A number of streets and parks in Tempe will be renamed to remove references to KKK members, if council members in the East Valley city approve the change. Here's what you should know about the plan.
Donors contribute over $55 million for new Smithsonian American Women's History Museum
Melinda Gates, Walmart billionaire Alice Walton, and Target are among the supporters who have made donations to the museum.
Native American group wins rights to 'painful' 'Crying Indian' ad
The “Crying Indian” public service announcement has been painful for some Native Americans who saw it as a trope.
Lawsuit: Transgender Wells Fargo teller says managers ‘laughed’ as customers mocked her
The former teller said customers abused and bullied her while her managers stood by, laughing or “playing silent.”
Meet Chef Storm Miller: Phoenix chef creates special menu in honor of Black History Month
Phoenix Chef Storm Miller is crafting a special menu in honor of Black History Month. "When your able to share your past culture and past history with someone, it’s an experience others can enjoy."
LEGO pivots brand toward push for diversity and inclusion with revamped 'Friends' product line for all kids
Ten years after its debut, the LEGO Friends universe will include characters with anxiety, limb difference, neurodivergence.
7-year-old girl channels Spike Lee in tribute for Black History Month
Check out a 7-year-old girl who channeled Spike Lee.
FBI, Tempe Police investigating bomb threat aimed at business that hosted drag story hour, mayor says
Tempe Mayor Corey Woods condemned a bomb threat incident that targeted a business in the East Valley city that was set to host a drag story hour event on Feb. 19.
Denver councilman with wheelchair forced to lift himself onto debate stage: 'Humiliating experience'
Denver official 'incredibly disappointed and disheartened' by the lack of wheelchair access.
Rihanna Super Bowl ASL interpreter Justina Miles goes viral for memorable performance during halftime show
Miles' performance quickly became a viral sensation. One video of her posted to TikTok garnered more than 3.5 million likes and 15.2 million views by Monday morning.
Video captures racist incident against Native American performers outside Old Town Scottsdale art gallery
Scottsdale city officials are speaking out, after a video that captured a racist incident outside a gallery in Old Town Scottsdale was uploaded to social media.
‘Queen of salsa’ Celia Cruz to appear on US quarter
Celia Cruz is one of many women being featured on U.S. quarters as part of the American Women Quarters Program. Here are the other women honorees announced for next year’s coins.
Surfer Bethany Hamilton won’t compete in WSL events over new transgender policy
In an Instagram video, the veteran surfer says she is “standing up for those in a position” who may feel they cannot speak up about the new rule.