Trump calls improved jobs numbers ‘great day’ for George Floyd
As he touted surprising new jobless numbers showing unemployment had improved in May despite getting worse as predicted, President Donald…
Coronavirus cases are rising faster than ever worldwide
In April, new cases never topped 100,000 in one day, but since May 21, there have only been less than…
NCAA hits Oklahoma St with postseason ban in corruption case
An NCAA infractions committee panel has ruled former Oklahoma State assistant men’s basketball coach Lamont Evans violated ethical-conduct rules by…
In reactions to Roger Goodell’s mea culpa, most seized on what he didn’t say
On May 30, a statement from the NFL commissioner offered condolences to the families of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and…
US moves forward with plan to end wild bird protections
The Trump administration is moving forward with plans to scale back a century-old law protecting most American wild birds despite…
A bishop in El Paso kneeled in prayer for George Floyd. Two days later, Pope Francis called
With eyes closed, masks covering their faces, white roses in hand and handwritten signs that read “Black Lives Matter,” Seitz…
Trump avoids tough questions on race, as White House pushes alternate reality: ANALYSIS
For months, President Donald Trump and his White House advisers have pushed an alternate reality as the novel coronavirus spread…
How we can start systemically reforming the police (Opinion)
But to heal and create a system of policing where law enforcement officers accused of misconduct are brought to justice,…
Texas State investigates racial abuse claims against coach
Texas State has ordered an investigation into a former player’s allegations of racist remarks by basketball coach Danny Kaspar June…
Fox News asked Trump about police violence. See his answer.
CNN’s Don Lemon says that when President Donald Trump was asked by Fox News radio what to do about police…
New hotel found for Utah National Guard troops in DC after billing dispute
The roughly 200 troops have been supporting law enforcement in D.C. June 5, 2020, 7:30 PM 7 min read 7…
Former Trump chief of staff John Kelly to voters: ‘Look harder’ at who you elect
Former White House chief of staff John Kelly is the latest former senior official to criticize President Donald Trump after…
Esper and Milley refuse to testify about military’s role in policing protests, source says
An informal briefing for lawmakers by Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy was also canceled for Friday, the aide said. Rep. Adam…
‘No criminality’ found in the death of transgender inmate on Rikers Island: Prosecutor
Layleen Polanco was found dead in solitary confinement in June 2019. June 5, 2020, 9:39 PM 5 min read 5…
US Park Police spokesperson said it was a mistake to deny using tear gas. The acting chief then again denied using tear gas.
Sgt. Eduardo Delgado, a spokesperson for the Park Police, told CNN on Friday he now realized the department could have…
Cops arrest cyclist for allegedly assaulting George Floyd activists who were posting flyers in park
The suspect was recorded assaulting and cursing at a young woman. June 6, 2020, 1:48 AM 4 min read 4…
Two NYPD officers suspended, supervisor transferred after multiple protest incidents
CNN Longtime social justice activist and NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said that in order to see change in America, all…
6 out of 7 victims identified in deadly Alabama shooting
Seven people are dead in Valhermoso Springs following an overnight shooting. June 5, 2020, 10:22 PM 2 min read 2…
See the shocking moment police pushed man to the ground
An investigation is underway after police officers pushed a 75-year-old man to the ground in Buffalo, NY. Gov. Cuomo called…
George Floyd protest updates: NYPD suspends cops for misconduct during protests
The death of George Floyd, a black man who died on Memorial Day after he was pinned down by a…
Buffalo officers quit special team after 2 officers suspended for allegedly shoving 75-year-old to ground
An investigation is underway in a protest incident Gov. Andrew Cuomo called “wholly unjustified and utterly disgraceful.” The man was…
Facebook’s Zuckerberg promises a review of content policies after backlash
FILE PHOTO: Facebook Chairman and CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies at a House Financial Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in…
Fauci The Racehorse Tries To Lock Down A Victory At Belmont Park
This Fauci better hope losing isn’t contagious. A horse named after coronavirus task force expert Dr. Anthony Fauci placed second…
Kristen Bell On How White Parents Can Raise ‘Anti-Racist’ Kids
Kristen Bell is vowing to raise her daughters to be “anti-racist” and is sharing some suggestions with other parents about…
Rachel Griffiths Sorry For Flaunting Manicure While ‘People Are Dying’ After Backlash
Rachel Griffiths is acknowledging her “white bitch privilege” after sparking outrage with an insensitive post about getting a manicure, in…
YouTuber Jake Paul Charged With Trespassing In Looted Arizona Mall
YouTube star Jake Paul was charged with two misdemeanors on Thursday after being filmed at a mall that was being…
Herman Munster’s Speech Of Tolerance And Humanity Moves Twitter Users
When people discuss the great humanitarians of the 20th century, Herman Munster’s name rarely comes up. However, that may change…
Seth Meyers Issues Blunt Reminder To New York Times Over Tom Cotton’s ‘Fascist’ Op-Ed
Seth Meyers on Thursday tore into The New York Times’ decision to publish Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton’s controversial essay calling…
Beach Boys Legend Brian Wilson Shares Stirring New Take On ‘Love And Mercy’
Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson delivered a stripped-down and stirring version of his solo tune “Love And Mercy” on “The…
Stephen Colbert Exposes The ‘Shockingly Brutal’ Tactics Police Use On Protesters
“Late Show” host Stephen Colbert tore into the government and cable news for only highlighting the violence that has broken…
Kumail Nanjiani’s Tweet Brilliantly Rejects Idea Of Few ‘Bad Apple’ Cops In Buffalo
With one tweet on Friday, comedian Kumail Nanjiani eviscerated the notion that police violence against peaceful protesters is the product…
Mark Hamill’s ‘Star Wars’ Surprise Brings Nurse To Tears
One nurse just got a gift from a galaxy far, far away. As the coronavirus pandemic continues, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”…
Jimmy Kimmel Cracks Up Because Trump Can’t Even Pronounce Minneapolis
Jimmy Kimmel blasted President Donald Trump on Thursday for his handling of Minneapolis. It seems the president still can’t pronounce…
Kendall Jenner’s Out-Of-Touch Pepsi Ad Resurfaces Amid Protests, Gets Recreated
Three years after its release, Kendall Jenner’s mess of a Pepsi ad has reentered public conversation as protests against police…
Public Opinion Is On The Side Of The Protests. That’s New.
Americans support the protests sparked by the death of George Floyd by a nearly 2-to-1 margin, a new HuffPost/YouGov poll…
California Vows To Take Steps To Protect Protesters From Police Abuse
In an address disavowing law enforcement’s use of tear gas and other forceful techniques on protesters, California Gov. Gavin Newsom…
Twitter Users Point Out Hypocrisy Of Trump’s ‘No Kneeling’ Tweets About Protesting
Many people criticized New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees this week for not appreciating why fellow NFL players like Colin…
D.C.’s Election Was an Unmitigated Disaster
On Tuesday, as law enforcement officers swarmed the District of Columbia in response to largely peaceful protests against police brutality,…
Breonna Taylor Should Have Turned 27 This Week. Her Killers Still Haven’t Been Charged
On March 13, Louisville police used a battering ram to break into the apartment of Breonna Taylor, a 26-year-old black…
California: Vallejo police kill unarmed 22-year-old, who was on his knees with his hands up
An officer mistakenly believed Sean Monterrosa had a gun, but it was a hammer in his pocket Police in northern…
Adam Pendleton Addresses Protests Across America – ARTnews.com
I woke up this morning and realized I live in a country where police mow down civilians with SUVs and…
Virginia’s Controversial Robert E. Lee Statue Will Be Removed – ARTnews.com
Confederate monuments are facing reignited scrutiny as demonstrations against police brutality and racism continue across the country. Statues in at…
Top Auction Houses Saw 40 Percent Drop in Q1 Sales Revenue – ARTnews.com
A new report released by the London-based art market data analysis firm Pi-eX reveals that the coronavirus lockdown has caused…
New Pat Steir Documentary Surveys Artist’s Rich Mind – ARTnews.com
When making an artist documentary, there’s something to be said for just letting the subject talk at length, and so…
Aby Warburg’s Mnemosyne Atlas – ARTnews.com
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Ken Griffin Paid Over $100 Million for a Basquiat—and More Art News – ARTnews.com
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Rafael Lozano-Hemmer Interview About Interactive Art and Surveillance – ARTnews.com
Can an artist engage with surveillance technologies without being complicit in their use for control and oppression? Audiences tend to…
Calls for Museums to Divest from Police Intensify Amid Protests – ARTnews.com
As calls to defund the police intensify across the United States in the wake of countless incidents of killing and…
New Ursula von Rydingsvard Documentary Offers Worthy Insights – ARTnews.com
The sculptures of Ursula von Rydingsvard have always been somewhat enigmatic, towering structures made of wood—and sometimes other materials—that are…
American Policing Has Always Been About Enforcing White Supremacy
Alex S. Vitale has had a busy week. The Brooklyn College professor and author of “The End of Policing,” and…
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Daughter Says People Are Twisting His Riot Quote
The daughter of slain civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. said Thursday that people are misconstruing his quotation about…
Trump’s Presidency Is Reaping What His White Grievance Politics Sowed
Donald Trump has not had a great year. It started with an impeachment trial, then a pandemic, and now widespread…
COVID-19’s Economic Fallout Is Hitting The Black Community Hard, Too
The economic impact of coronavirus is hitting Black communities disproportionately hard. The Black unemployment rate was 16.7% in April, compared…
States Remove Monuments To Racists Following Nationwide Protests
As protests prompted by the killing of George Floyd, a Black man, at the hands of a white Minneapolis police…
How To Help Food Pantries Feed The Hungry Amid Protests
As unemployment rates increased due to the coronavirus pandemic, so too did the number of people relying on food pantries…
Al Sharpton Announces March On Washington In August
Sharpton announced the plan Thursday while delivering a eulogy for Floyd, a Black man who died last week after a…
5 Black-Owned Businesses That Are Making Coronavirus Face Masks
That they’re happening widely in the middle of a global pandemic only speaks more truth to the urgent need for…