Russian Police Arrest Hundreds Of Demonstrators At Moscow Protest
Demonstrators are demanding fair elections for the City Duma and for opposition candidates to be allowed on the ballot.
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'Hear Me By Any Means Necessary': Charlottesville Is Forced To Redefine Civility
After a deadly white supremacist rally in 2017, once-marginalized voices in Charlottesville, Va., are demanding to be heard by the City Council. That has led to a debate over civility.
Brazilians Protest After Black Human Rights Activist Is Murdered
The killing of Marielle Franco, a Rio de Janeiro city council member and civil society activist who protested police violence, is being met by a huge wave of anger and indignation.
New York City Officials Reach Deal On Shuttering Rikers Island
Now, Mayor Bill de Blasio can move forward with a 10-year plan to close the jail complex and create a borough-based prison system. State officials may seek to close it sooner.
Winston-Salem To Upgrade Minority And Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program
Winston-Salem wants to raise the number of city projects awarded to minority-owned businesses.
New Project Aims To Improve City Services In Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem is one of 100 cities taking part in a project launched by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Winston-Salem Alcohol Sales Start Early This Sunday
Winston-Salem residents will be able to order a mimosa a little earlier than usual this weekend.
In Response To Rising Biased Rhetoric, Muslims Run For Office
First-time candidates are seeking offices across the country. And several nonprofits are helping American Muslims get involved in the political process.
Seven Arrested Seeking Documents On Police Excessive Force Case
Seven people were arrested on trespassing charges Wednesday in Greensboro.
Greensboro Officer Resigns After Police Body Camera Footage Reveal
The City of Greensboro has confirmed that Officer C.N. Jackson has left the police force. She was on the scene of the altercation between former officer Travis Cole and Dejuan Yourse.