Martin O’Malley 2016: Baltimore Uprising Protesters Plan 'Day Of Action' Against Presidential Campaign Launch
Many Baltimore residents say the decades-old distrust between African-Americans and law-enforcement agencies worsened under the former Maryland governor's leadership.
Marilyn Mosby, Circus Leader? Baltimore Prosecutor, Husband To Get Turns As UniverSoul Circus Ringmasters
Officials in the prosecutor's office said she was approached to be a guest ringmaster before the Freddie Gray case made headlines.
Immigration Reform 2015: Supreme Court Immigrant Cases Could Settle Questions Unaddressed By Congress, Experts Say
The Supreme Court could soon decide about whether undocumented immigrants will be permitted to have equal political power and representation in the government.
Tamir Rice's Biological Father Leonard Warner Speaks Out, Calls For Criminal Conviction Of Cleveland Police Officer Timothy Loehmann
The boy's father said he moved back in with Tamir Rice's grandmother and is "still down and out" over the shooting six months later.
Who Is Justin Craven? Former South Carolina Policeman Indicted In Shooting Death Of Black Motorist
A judge last month found probable cause for a former North Augusta, South Carolina, public safety officer to face criminal charges in the death of an unarmed motorist.
After Obama Immigration Court Decision, Undocumented Immigrants Wait For New Plan
Deferred action recipients say the Republican-led attack on deportation relief will likely backfire for the party in upcoming elections.
Inmate Population In The US: 20 Jail Systems Receive MacArthur Foundation Grants To Release Offenders
The Chicago-based charity will give 20 grants of $150,000 to chosen jail systems as an incentive to develop plans for reforms.
Chinx Drugz Funeral Update: Hundreds Mourn Lionel Pickens In New York As Family Vows To Release Album Completed Before Murder
The slain Queens rapper was remembered as a hardworking family man whose motivation was providing a better life for his wife and three children.
Louisiana Marijuana Sentencing Reform 2015: Senate Approves Bill Lessening Prison Time, Fines For Weed Possession
The measure still leaves Louisiana among the harsher states on marijuana possession.
Memorial Day Weekend 2015: What’s Open, Closed? Banks, Post Offices, DMVs, Public Transit Plan For Holiday
On the day of observance, people in cities and towns across the U.S. will pause at 3 p.m. local time for a national moment of silence for fallen American soldiers.
Michael Brelo Trial Verdict: Cleveland Braces For Protests Ahead Of Court Decision
Brelo faces two counts of voluntary manslaughter and up to 25 years in prison after firing 49 bullets at two unarmed black suspects at the end of a high-speed chase in 2012.
Why Is Baltimore Still Protesting? 4 Reasons Police Brutality Demonstrations Continue Over Freddie Gray Case
Residents say they feel police leaders haven't taken seriously the charges against the six officer involved in Freddie Gray death.
Michigan Homophobic Pastor Matthew Makela Outed By Gay Sex App Grindr Profile, Sought Partners For 'Making Out Naked': Report
"I would love to mess around with a Bicurious guy," said the now former associate pastor, who has likened same-sex attraction to alcoholism in religious writings.
Waco Rival Biker Gang Shooting Update: 3 Bikers Mistakenly Released On $50K Bail, Report Says
A judge on Monday set bail at $1 million for each of the 200 bikers involved in the gun battle what killed nine people.
Immigration Reform 2015: On Day Obama Executive Actions Would Have Begun, Democratic Mayors Hold Forums To Support Illegal Immigrants
A coalition of cities supporting Obama's executive actions has launched a "days of actions" campaign in immigrant communities.
What Happened The Night Chinx Drugz Was Killed? Minutes Before Death, New Jersey Rapper T-Bird Took Photo With Lionel Pickens
A manager of a club where the rapper performed said Chinx Drugz left shortly after his performance and didn't fight with anyone at the venue.
Memorial Day Weekend 2015 Car Sales: The Best Deals And How To Avoid Money Traps
One retail analyst says buyers shouldn't be wooed by the latest vehicle add-ons, especially if the feature wasn't on a wish list beforehand.
Malcolm X Quotes On His Birthday: 10 Sayings From Civil Rights Icon's Autobiography
“It has always been my belief that I, too, will die by violence -- I have done all that I can to be prepared.”
Tony Robinson Mother Reacts To Social Media Attacks: Andrea Irwin Upset By Tweets About Son's Death By Madison, Wisconsin Police
“They’ve gone above and beyond to try to make sure they kick me when I’m down.”
Michael Brelo Verdict: Cleveland Protesters Await Decision On Trial Of Police Officer Who Fatally Shot Timothy Russell, Malissa Williams
Protesters on Monday blasted city officials for insinuating that they would not remain calm after a verdict is issued.
Who Killed Chinx Drugz? After New York Rapper's Murder, Police Question Two Men; Instagram User Claims Responsibility
Lionel Pickens, the Queens rapper who performed as Chinx Drugz, had just appeared in a hip hop show in Brooklyn before he was gunned down early Sunday morning.
Obama Police Brutality Camden Speech Live Stream: How To Watch President's Talk With New Jersey Youth Online
Camden is one stop on a tour of cities to be highlighted for adopting the president's police reforms agenda.
Police Militarization History Stretches Back To Civil Rights Movement [PHOTOS]
Experts say police tactical units were quickly put into place following race riots of 1960s, but their use shifted away from civil unrest over time.
When Do Beaches Open In New York And Lake Michigan 2015? How To Enjoy Chicago, Long Island Beach Season
Many seasonal beaches in the U.S. will feature limited lifeguard service between the Memorial Day and Labor Day holiday weekends.
Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter Amtrak Speech: Crash Reaction Raises National Profile Ahead Of Papal Visit, 2016 DNC Convention
The well-liked city mayor has been noted for his calm and measured manner in the wake of local tragedy and challenges.
Miami Beach Police Racist Emails, Texts: 540 Messages Sent By Officers Gets Captain Fired; Chief Vows Investigation
The Miami Beach city manager said it was "a terrible shame and disservice" that the emails could tarnish the department's reputation.
Taye Montgomery Maced: 10-Year-Old Minneapolis Protester Pepper Sprayed At Police Brutality Rally [VIDEO]
Police are searching for witnesses in an investigation of protesters' claim that a police officer maced a 10-year-old boy without warning.
Kennesaw State Waiting Room Video: Watch Black Student Get Threatened
A university adviser told the student that waiting for another adviser to see him amounted to “harassment.”
Justus Howell Death: Zion Police Officer Justified In Shooting Black Teen In Back As He Fled, Illinois State’s Attorney Says
Lake County coroner ruled teen's death was a homicide in late April, but family feared the officer would go unpunished in the shooting.
MARC Train Accident: 1 Person In Serious Condition After Being Hit In Washington, DC, Service Temporarily Suspended
Details of the condition of a person struck during the morning commute were not immediately available.
