President Trump dismisses Carla Hayden, ‘first woman and African American’ Librarian of Congress
In a move that has ignited widespread controversy, President Donald Trump has abruptly dismissed Carla Hayden from her position as...
Study uncovers racial disparities in use of peripheral nerve blocks for breast reconstruction patients
A recent study published in the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery reveals significant racial disparities in the administration...
DeRidder elects Michael D. Harris as the city’s first Black mayor
DeRidder, Louisiana, marked a historic milestone by electing Michael D. Harris as the city's first Black mayor on May 3,...
Court orders Alabama to use new map after violating ‘Voting Rights Act’, ensuring fair representation for Black voters
In a significant victory for voting rights, a federal court has ruled that Alabama's 2023 congressional map violated Section 2...
Three-judge panel orders Alabama to use new map after violating ‘Voting Rights Act’, ensuring fair representation for Black voters
Federal judges ruled that Alabama intentionally diluted the voting strength of Black residents when it drew congressional lines and said...
LDF urges Trump to restore civil rights protections for housing segregation
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) publicly urged the Trump administration to restore key civil rights safeguards.
Who is Marshall Simien Jr., Lake Charles next mayor
In a historic election on May 3, 2025, Marshall Simien Jr. was elected as the first Black mayor of Lake...
DOJ investigates Hennepin County’s race-based plea policy
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a civil rights inquiry into Hennepin County’s new plea-bargaining policy, which instructs prosecutors...
Ohio legislators, Dayton city officials, school district members, and local NAACP representatives met to discuss busing issue
State legislators, city officials, school district representatives, and the local NAACP chapter convened this week to address longstanding concerns over...
US Department of Education investigates Evanston‑Skokie School District 65 for alleged racial discrimination
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has opened a new investigation into Evanston‑Skokie School District 65,...
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