In New Orleans, colorful street festivals celebrating death grew out of necessity, incorporating West African rhythms and syncretized dance. On a sweltering June evening, a…
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The rapper will not serve a prison sentence in a case which saw intervention of President Donald Trump. A$AP Rocky performs during the 42nd American…
The police shooting of an unarmed black teenager sparked unrest and national debate about systemic racism. “We are sick of being teargassed, we are sick…
On the fifth anniversary of Michael Brown’s death, his family and the town of Ferguson look to the past—and future—to bring about meaningful change. Michael…
The first article in this six-part series explores how the wars on drugs and poverty were actually wars on people, making the case for reparations…
Critics demand dismissal of officers involved in ‘racist’ incident saying Texas police chief’s apology was inadequate. An NAACP official says the police have an obligation…
Morrison, a seminal voice in African-American literature, had ‘a long, well-lived life’, her family says. Toni Morrison helped raise the United States’ multiculturalism to the…
Author Ebony Roberts gives voice to the unspoken struggle many women face when a loved one comes home. We often talk about the impacts of…
Americans say thanks a lot, but other cultures may have a deeper understanding of gratitude. If you’re trying to become happier, you’ve probably heard the…
Toni Morrison was and forever will be an inspiration for those who seek to set their imagination free. Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison passed away…
And Donald Trump is fanning the flames by encouraging the violent ideology. White terroristic activity has been around since the nation’s birth. But the failure…
Are we courageous enough to take action? Over the past week, I’ve done a pretty good job of ignoring the trash that comes from U.S.…
Black Americans are underrepresented in conservation and outdoor retail careers. To change that, White employers need to apply their liberal values to the workplace. Angelou…
Minneapolis effectively eliminated single-family zoning in order to undo decades of segregation and create more affordable housing options. Other states are watching closely. Nothing captures…
Caucus says Trump’s ‘repeated attacks on black legislators, communities makes him ill-suited to honour’ democracy event. A protester interrupts US President Donald Trump as he…
SOM Talk Live is more than just a talk show. The national podcast covers live events, hot topics and interviews intriguing guests. SOM Talk Live…
With help from a business incubator, Tyrone Poole created a platform to help people on low incomes find housing. Collapse and regeneration are experiences Tyrone…
The post attacking four minority congresswomen was removed and condemned by Illinois Republican leadership as ‘bigoted’. Ayanna Pressley, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez…
Police board finds the officers exaggerated threat posed by the black teen to justify his shooting by a white officer. Laquan McDonald was shot 16…
Without free and reduced school lunch programs during the summer, many children go hungry. Local organizations and churches are stepping up to help to narrow…