What's Ahead After The Racial Hangover Of 2016 Election?
Eight years ago, the future of race relations in America looked, well, hopeful. Today, it's a different picture. Where are we headed from here?
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'Awkward' And 'Insecure' Get To The Root Of Writer Issa Rae's Humor
As a self-described "awkward black girl," Rae says she often felt that she was straddling two worlds growing up. She drew on her own experiences to create the HBO series Insecure.
Jury Selection Postponed In Trial Of Church Shooting Suspect Dylann Roof
The federal death penalty trial of Roof, who is accused of murdering nine people at Charleston, S.C.'s oldest black church, was postponed for a closed hearing between Roof, his attorney and the judge.
Latino Activists Ask, When Should Brown Lives Matter?
Amid media attention surrounding police killings of black men, similar killings of Latinos go unnoted, partly because Latino activists haven't mobilized in the same way as black activists.
A Navajo Chef Gives A Glimpse Inside The Makeshift Kitchens At Standing Rock
Protesters in the months-long standoff at the Indian reservation live in camps with makeshift kitchens. Chef Brian Yazzie was just there, feeding activists in a way that honors indigenous traditions.
3 Latino Candidates Face Off In Doral, Fla., Mayor's Race
In most American cities, a Hispanic candidate can count on support from many Hispanic voters. But what happens when three different Latino candidates are running for mayor in a Latino-majority city? In Doral, Fla., a Venezuelan, Mexican and a Cuban are vying for the job.
Democrat's Voter Intimidation Case Goes Before Federal Court Friday
Democrats claim that the Republican National Committee is violating a 1982 consent decree by working with the Trump campaign to intimidate minority voters. The GOP denies the claim.
The Burden On Black Teachers: 'I Don't Belong At Your Table'
Researchers at The Education Trust went on a listening tour to better understand the struggles of black teachers. Among the themes they encountered: bias – from principals, colleagues and parents.
At African-American History Museum, Visitor 'Dwell Time' Is Off The Charts
"Dwell time" is the amount of time visitors spend wandering through a museum. In most museums, that's around two hours. But in the newest Smithsonian, some visitors are there for as long as six.
Obama Tries To Bridge A 'Black Enthusiasm Gap' In Florida
President Obama is making a final push for Hillary Clinton, campaigning in the key state of Florida on Thursday. The Clinton campaign hopes Obama can help bring African-American voters to the polls