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As headlines about migrant children being separated from their families at the border continue to dominate the news, one truth remains evident: We are still numb to the plight of black lives, writes commentator John W. Fountain III.
There need to be more good white people in the fight, writes columnist John W. Fountain III.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford, Quiwana Bell and the Good Neighbors Campaign will host an event 2 p.m. Dec. 2 at 5437 W. Division. Learn about slavery’s impact on black families 152 years after the 13th Amendment was ratified.
Columnist John W. Fountain III challenges society – especially those of us who are white – to get serious about dealing with racism.
The May 16th On The Table discussion, one of thousands organized by The Chicago Community Trust, was held at Columbus Park Refectory.
A representative from the U.S. Justice Department wants to meet with local residents Oct. 5 in the offices of the Westside NAACP, 5820 W. Chicago Ave., to gather information about their experiences with policing.
He was remembered as a charismatic singer, actor and activist who spoke out against racism throughout his life.
Community activists and social policy experts said the lack of investment continues today, making it even harder for Austin and other neighborhoods to thrive.
In a speech at an Austin church last weekend, Eric Michael Dyson urged Obama to do more to help black Americans in the final months of his presidency.
A longtime Austin pastor says Chicago’s Independent Police Review Authority should be disbanded immediately.