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Federal Lawsuit Accuses CPS of Discriminating Against Black Children
The Houston Chronicle reports that a federal civil rights suit has been filed in Houston against Child Protective Services of discriminating against African American children, saying they are likelier to be separated from their parents and extended families than white children.
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“The Cook Up: A Crack Rock Memoir” by D. Watkins
Everything has a price. You say you’ll never sell your granddad’s watch, your dream car, or that collectible you coveted because it’s priceless – until it’s not, because everything is for sale. But in “The Cook-Up” by D. Watkins, it may cost your entire life.
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What to Make of These Viral Racist Rants?
The cell phone videos show the underbelly of American society. Racist vitriol, mostly directly at Latinos, shared on social media.
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5 Things for Friday, May 26: Russia, Montana, Travel Ban, G-7 & NATO
ou've made it to the end of another intense week. Well, almost. Enjoy your Memorial Day. We'll be back Tuesday morning. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Published on May 26, 2017
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Sandra Bland Act Headed to Governor's Desk
Sandra Bland's unnecessary jailing and tragic death gained statewide and national attention. Bland, a black, 28-year-old civil rights activist was found dead in Waller County Jail three days after being arrested in 2015.
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Clockwise from the top left: Chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety Phil King, Texas House Speaker Joe Straus, Chair of …
Published on May 25, 2017
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Black Parents Sue Mississippi for ‘Inequitable’ Schools with Help of Southern Poverty Law Center
The Southern Poverty Law Center filed suit in federal court on Tuesday alleging that the poor performance of black students in Mississippi is the direct result of the state’s failure to live up to the terms of readmission to the Union at the end of the Civil War.
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TSU's Aerospace Symposium
Photography by Vicky Pink - Texas Southern University's Aviation Science and Technology Department hosted their …
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Paul Ryan: James Comey Is Not a Nut Job
House Speaker Paul Ryan said Wednesday he doesn't agree with President Donald Trump that former FBI Director James Comey is a "nut job."
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White House Gears Up for Prolonged Russia Fight
Donald Trump and his senior White House aides are preparing for what they expect to be a prolonged and trying fight over whether the President, his campaign or his ring of associates had inappropriate contacts with Russian operatives during the 2016 election.
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Trump Should Be Scared, Comey Friend Says
A friend of James Comey said Tuesday that if he were President Donald Trump he would be scared of the former FBI director's pending testimony.
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Trump Tells Pope Francis: 'I won't forget what you said'
After a highly anticipated meeting, Pope Francis appears to have left his mark on President Donald Trump.
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Melania Trump Minds Vatican Protocol in Veil Decision
Melania Trump has dutifully considered every outfit she has worn during her first trip abroad as first lady -- her visit with Pope Francis on Wednesday was no exception.
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11 Jurors Chosen for Cosby Trial
Eleven jurors have been picked thus far for the Bill Cosby trial after the second day of jury selection at the Allegheny County Courthouse in Pennsylvania. Cosby faces sexual offense charges that could land the former comedian in prison.
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Warner: Panel's Next Steps On Flynn Coming Tuesday
Former national security adviser Michael Flynn announced Monday he's pleading the Fifth
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Democrats, Why Not A Black Or Hispanic Woman For President In 2020? Why Not Two Women On The 2020 Ticket?
It has been reported that 56% of the 2016 Democratic presidential primary voters were women and 25% were African American. With numbers like those why shouldn't an African American or Hispanic woman be on the 2020 Democratic Party presidential ticket?
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Beyoncè Throws Star-Studded Push Party With Family and Friends
Beyoncè recently had an African-themed celebration to honor her upcoming delivery.
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Black Twitter’s Movie Idea With Rihanna, Lupita And Ava Is Greenlit By Netflix
After intense negotiations at the Cannes Film Festival, Netflix has nabbed a film project starring Grammy winner Rihanna and Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, based on a storyline created entirely via Twitter.
