Olympic athletes who raise fists, kneel during national anthem won't face punishment in US trials
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee will not sanction athletes for raising their fists or kneeling during the national anthem at Olympic trials, previewing a contentious policy it expects to stick to when many of those same athletes head to Tokyo this summer.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee will not sanction athletes for raising their fists or kneeling during the national anthem at Olympic trials, previewing a contentious policy it expects to stick to when many of those same athletes head to Tokyo this summer.
Black woman goes from part-time server to owner of Roseville Outback Steakhouse
Gretta Jackson said the road these past 20 years wasn't easy but it was worth it as she got a title nobody has: the first Black woman to own an Outback Steakhouse in the Detroit area.
Gretta Jackson said the road these past 20 years wasn't easy but it was worth it as she got a title nobody has: the first Black woman to own an Outback Steakhouse in the Detroit area.
Bloody Sunday memorial will honor civil rights giants including late Rep. John Lewis
This year's commemoration of a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights for African Americans will honor four giants of the civil rights movement who lost their lives in 2020, including the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
This year's commemoration of a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights for African Americans will honor four giants of the civil rights movement who lost their lives in 2020, including the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
Maryland’s first ‘Civil Rights Heroes Day’ to be recognized on February 20
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued a proclamation Friday that recognizes February 20, which is the anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ death, as "Civil Rights Heroes Day."
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued a proclamation Friday that recognizes February 20, which is the anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ death, as "Civil Rights Heroes Day."
Panel recommends 7 Negro Leagues for major league status
A baseball task force has recommended seven Negro Leagues for official recognition as major leagues.
A baseball task force has recommended seven Negro Leagues for official recognition as major leagues.
Rosa Parks, Amanda Gorman: Parents dress daughters up as trailblazing women for Black History Month
Jalen and Keyonna Seawright dressed up their two daughters to model Black female leaders for Black History Month.
Jalen and Keyonna Seawright dressed up their two daughters to model Black female leaders for Black History Month.
The Vaccine Divide: FOX 5 discusses race in vaccine distribution with area health leaders
Nearly every new data metric shows the race to vaccinate against COVID-19 is just as unequal as the virus's disproportionate attack on communities of color in the United States.
Nearly every new data metric shows the race to vaccinate against COVID-19 is just as unequal as the virus's disproportionate attack on communities of color in the United States.
Ulta Beauty commits to doubling Black-owned brands in its stores
Ulta Beauty has announced a new initiative surrounding diversity and inclusiveness regarding its products promising to double the Black-owned brands found in its stores.
Ulta Beauty has announced a new initiative surrounding diversity and inclusiveness regarding its products promising to double the Black-owned brands found in its stores.
Outdoor Black History Month Exhibit 'Men Of Change: Taking It To The Streets'
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum has an exhibit featuring the contributions of African American men on the 6th Street Campus of Ron Brown High School and the Deanwood Community Center until May 31.
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum has an exhibit featuring the contributions of African American men on the 6th Street Campus of Ron Brown High School and the Deanwood Community Center until May 31.
Caught in the Crossfire: Prince George’s County Black male prosecutors share challenges
While Black male prosecutors in Prince George’s County and across the nation are defending the law, many also have experience facing micro-aggressions. That’s why now they’re working to improve the overall justice system.
While Black male prosecutors in Prince George’s County and across the nation are defending the law, many also have experience facing micro-aggressions. That’s why now they’re working to improve the overall justice system.
George Floyd billboard in DC issues statement for justice
An activist group teamed up with artist Don Perlis to install a billboard in D.C. to commemorate the death of George Floyd – and to call out for social justice.
An activist group teamed up with artist Don Perlis to install a billboard in D.C. to commemorate the death of George Floyd – and to call out for social justice.
Black Lives Matter movement nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
A Norwegian lawmaker has nominated the Black Lives Matter movement for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for bringing attention to racial inequities around the world, while dismissing the riots and violence done in the name of the movement.
A Norwegian lawmaker has nominated the Black Lives Matter movement for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for bringing attention to racial inequities around the world, while dismissing the riots and violence done in the name of the movement.
Race disparity in DC region’s early vaccine rollout data
There are not only problems with vaccine distribution, but equity issues are emerging with the rollout across the D.C. region.
There are not only problems with vaccine distribution, but equity issues are emerging with the rollout across the D.C. region.
From intern to full time, Jennifer King is making history as the NFL's first Black female assistant coach
Jennifer King said Washington Football Team Head Coach Ron Rivera stopped by her office to tell her she was getting a promotion while she was preparing for a game during the 2020 season. She was excited but went right back to work. That right there shows her dedication and how humble she is.
Jennifer King said Washington Football Team Head Coach Ron Rivera stopped by her office to tell her she was getting a promotion while she was preparing for a game during the 2020 season. She was excited but went right back to work. That right there shows her dedication and how humble she is.
'Inspired': Howard University alumni discuss VP-elect Kamala Harris on eve of Inauguration Day 2021
By Wednesday afternoon, a Howard University graduate will be vice president of the United States of America – and her fellow alums couldn’t be any happier.
By Wednesday afternoon, a Howard University graduate will be vice president of the United States of America – and her fellow alums couldn’t be any happier.
Virginia judge rules portraits of mostly white judges in courtroom must be taken down for black defendant
A Fairfax County judge believes pictures of white judges in a courtroom comes off as biased against defendants of color.
A Fairfax County judge believes pictures of white judges in a courtroom comes off as biased against defendants of color.
Virginia judge won't try Black man in courtroom lined with portraits of white jurists
A Black defendant's right to a fair trial would be harmed if the jury heard the case in a courtroom lined with portraits of white jurists, a northern Virginia judge has ruled.
A Black defendant's right to a fair trial would be harmed if the jury heard the case in a courtroom lined with portraits of white jurists, a northern Virginia judge has ruled.
DC church re-hangs Black Lives Matter banner destroyed during protest clashes
Taunted by an act of racism last weekend, a D.C. church community came together in defiance on Friday to re-hang a Black Lives Matter banner.
Taunted by an act of racism last weekend, a D.C. church community came together in defiance on Friday to re-hang a Black Lives Matter banner.
Virginia panel wants Barbara Johns statue to replace Robert E. Lee in US Capitol
A state panel has recommended that a statue of civil rights hero Barbara Johns represent Virginia in the Statuary Hall collection at the U.S. Capitol instead of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee
A state panel has recommended that a statue of civil rights hero Barbara Johns represent Virginia in the Statuary Hall collection at the U.S. Capitol instead of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, African American scientist, credited for key work on coronavirus vaccine
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett earned her place in the history books for her pivotal work in producing one of the first coronavirus vaccines that could pave the way to ending the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett earned her place in the history books for her pivotal work in producing one of the first coronavirus vaccines that could pave the way to ending the global COVID-19 pandemic.