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Poor People's Campaign Eyes 'Virtual March' in Poverty Fight
Clergy and religious leaders are preparing to hold a virtual march Saturday to highlight the plight of Americans struggling with poverty.
A Look At Dueling Policing Proposals Considered by Congress
Both Democrats and Republicans have introduced legislation to reform policing in America, but they diverge on some issues.
Atlanta Police Call Out Sick over Charges in Fatal Shooting
Atlanta police officers called out sick to protest the filing of murder charges against an officer who shot a man in the back, while the interim chief acknowledged members of the force feel abandoned amid protests.
'A Hot Mess': Hickenlooper Stumbles into Democratic Primary
Former Gov. John Hickenlooper was supposed to be Democrats' worry-free solution to the Colorado Senate race, but he's stumbled badly in the weeks leading up to the party's June 30 primary.
Even With Ruling, Workplace Still Unequal for LGBTQ Workers
Even with this week's Supreme Court ruling, the workplace will be far from equal for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans.
As Racism Protests Roil U.S., Florida Revisits Dark Past
On Election Day a century ago, a white mob swept through a tiny Florida citrus town after a black man showed up at the polls to vote. Over two days of terror, the mob set fire to homes and drove black residents away.
Prosecutors Charge Police, Push Reforms Amid Floyd Protests
Prosecutors across the country are defying traditionally cozy relationships with police departments, swiftly charging officers with murder, assault and other crimes.
The Costs of Safely Reopening a Restaurant
Restaurants are scrambling everything but eggs in order to establish and implement best practices in the age of coronavirus.
Target Permanently Raises Starting Hourly Pay to $15
Target Corp. says it's permanently increasing starting hourly wages for its workers to $15 beginning July 5, several months ahead of schedule.
Many Fear Trump's Visit to Tulsa Could Spark Violence
Black community leaders in Tulsa said they fear a large rally by President Donald Trump this weekend could spark violence, and the state's governor asked Trump not to visit the site of a 1921 race massacre.
Police Target Loansharking As Businesses Reel from Lockdown
Police in Rome say they have dismantled a brutal loansharking ring just as many shopkeepers are desperate for liquidity after being closed for weeks during COVID-19 lockdown.
UN: Venezuelans, Other Refugees Face Huge Pandemic Hardships
The head of the U.N. refugee agency says he is "very worried" about the impact of the coronavirus in Latin America, where millions of Venezuelans have fled upheaval at home and could face hardship abroad
Black Reporter Sues Paper over Ban on Her Protest Coverage
A Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter prohibited from covering the city's Black Lives Matter protests because of a tweet sued the paper on Tuesday.
Following Pride Flag Confrontation, Farmers Market Management Company Complains of 'Vitriol' It Has Received
The farmers market management company whose director publicly berated the gay owner of a Livermore cookie company for handing out rainbow flags at his booth is now complaining of the "vitriol" it has received since video of the confrontation went viral.
Voices of Protest, Crying for Change, Ring Across U.S., Beyond
Many say they marched so that one day, when their children asked what they did at this historic moment, they will be able to say they stood up for justice despite all risks.
2 Neo-Nazis on Trial Accused of Killing German Politician
A German court begin hearing the case Tuesday against two far-right extremists accused of killing a regional politician whose execution-style slaying shocked the country last year.
Chief: Seattle Protest Area is Not A Police-Free Zone
"There is no cop-free zone in the city of Seattle," Chief Carmen Best said Monday. "I think that the picture has been painted in many areas that shows the city is under siege. That is not the case."
Can't Make Money Right Now? Free Up Cash in Your Budget
There's little comfort in knowing that others are also feeling strapped. But you may be relieved to hear there are ways to make things easier — even if you're out of work or can't make more money.
After 130 years, Aunt Jemima Will Vanish from Packaging
After more than 130 years, Aunt Jemima is being removed from packaging for syrup and pancake mix.
Donations to Fight Virus, Injustice Could Sustain Charities
The recent wave of money dedicated to fighting the coronavirus and racial inequality in the U.S. is offering a beacon of hope for nonprofits in 2020.