Military data reveals dangerous reality for black service members and veterans
Top US military officials are seeking to reassure the nation’s roughly two million active duty and reserve personnel that they are committed to addressing issues of racial inequality across the branches following George Floyd’s death and protests acros…
After Rayshard Brooks police death, Atlanta police chief steps down, protesters set Wendy’s on fire
Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields stepped down Saturday following reports that an officer fatally shot a Black man in a fast-food drive-thru.
Authorities investigating 2 separate deaths of Black men found hanging in California
The deaths in Palmdale and Victorville, California, occurred more than a week apart, officials said.
Rent relief? This U.S. city is looking to cancel rent for tenants hit hard by COVID-19 pandemic
Ithaca, New York wants to cancel rent payments due to COVID-19. It’s believed to be the first U.S. city to approve a resolution to seek rent relief.
Players’ union done negotiating, tells MLB to simply tell the players when to show up for work
After rejecting MLB’s latest offer, the union now is simply waiting for the commissioner to impose a short season, perhaps as few as 50 games.
Sen. Tim Scott rejects key criminal justice proposals by Democrats, setting up Capitol Hill showdown on police conduct
Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., is crafting the GOP response to the Justice in Policing Act Democrats proposed following protests over George Floyd’s death.
Poll: Democrat Theresa Greenfield leads GOP Sen. Joni Ernst in Iowa race
According to the Iowa Poll, 46% of likely voters say they would back Greenfield if the election were held today, and 43% say they would back Ernst.
What is Juneteenth, the holiday that marks the end of American slavery?
The Emancipation Proclamation ended American slavery in 1863, but the state of Texas didn’t free slaves until June 19, 1865 – Juneteenth!
Missing Idaho children, a ‘precious’ boy and ‘feisty’ sister, are dead, police say
A horrific discovery brought a tragic end to the case of two missing Idaho children as authorities said JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan were found dead.
President Donald Trump says he won’t watch NFL, U.S. national soccer team if there’s kneeling during anthem
President Donald Trump implied he wouldn’t watch NFL games or United States national soccer team games if there’s kneeling during the national anthem.
Looking to buy a car? Hertz is selling thousands of used cars in its fleet in bankruptcy at bargain prices
If you’re in the market for a used car, Hertz is selling vehicles in its fleet at discount prices. The company was hit hard in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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