Charges in NYC chokehold death may hinge on ‘reasonableness’

If a case does go forward, an argument of self-defense would likely brush up against a 'tricky' legal requirement.

Tom Waddell: Teach the real history of race in America

Statue honors once-enslaved woman who won freedom in court

A bronze statue of an enslaved woman from Massachusetts who went to court to win her freedom in 1781 is being unveiled in the Berkshires this weekend.

Commentary: The U.S. needs a robust national plan for racial justice

Our failure to establish a U.N.-accredited national human rights institution leaves us in the minority.

Troubling questions unresolved in latest end to Till case

Nearly 70 years later, Carolyn Bryant Donham’’s retelling of his abduction and lynching stokes fresh frustration.

Michigan officer charged with murder in shooting of Patrick Lyoya

The 26-year-old Black man was on the ground when he was shot in the back of the head.

As diversity rises, U.S. boards still disproportionately white

Following a pressure campaign from outsiders, more companies are disclosing the racial breakdowns of their boards of directors.

Black Democrats try to revive party in Trump territory

Some say it's time for African American candidates to take the lead in attracting new voters and elevating top social issues.

Breonna Taylor’s family, supporters sustain push for justice on 2-year anniversary

Breonna Taylor's death helped spur massive racial injustice protests in the summer of 2020.

Bill would curb police power to pull over vehicles

The bill is aimed at reducing racial profiling, but police say it will make the roads less safe and remove tools used to get drunken drivers off the road.