Protests

Michael Jordan Donates $100 Million to Racial Equality Causes

In a statement, Michael Jordan announced he is donating $100 million to organizations that combat racial inequality across America

June 5, 2020

LA Galaxy Releases Player Aleksandar Katai Over Wife's ''Racist and Violent'' Posts

On Friday, the LA Galaxy announced it had "mutually agreed to part ways" with Aleksandar Katai days after he publicly condemned his wife's since-deleted social media posts.

June 5, 2020

Citizens Rise Up: A Timeline of the Global Protests in the Wake of George Floyd's Death

George Floyd was killed while in custody of the Minneapolis Police Department on May 25, 2020, sparking global protests against police brutality disproportionately experienced by black America.

June 5, 2020

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Changes Street Name to Black Lives Matter Plaza

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that an intersection near the White House has been renamed to Black Lives Matter Plaza.

June 5, 2020

Alexis Ohanian Resigns From Reddit, Urges Board to Fill His Seat With a Black Candidate

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, the husband of Serena Williams, took to social media to announce that he has resigned. Watch his moving message.

June 5, 2020

John Legend Writes Personal Tribute to Breonna Taylor on Her 27th Birthday

John Legend pens an op-ed to Entertainment Weekly about the life and death of Breonna Taylor. See his message to the birthday girl.

June 5, 2020

Ava DuVernay and David Oyelowo Accuse Academy Voters of Punishing Selma After 2014 Protest

In a new interview, David Oyelowo accused Academy members of refusing to vote for Ava DuVernay’s 2014 film Selma after the cast wore “I can’t breathe” T-shirts to protest Eric Garner’s death.

June 5, 2020

George Floyd's Friend and Witness to His Death Recalls Final Moments

Maurice Lester Hall said he was with George Floyd and sitting in the passenger seat of the SUV approached by police in Minneapolis on May 25.

June 5, 2020

Wanda Sykes Shares the Importance of White People Speaking Out Against Racism

The comedian-actress reiterated comments she made in a passionate plea for allyship on Instagram earlier this week.

June 5, 2020

Man Asks "Did I Miss Anything?" After Emerging From 75-Day Silent Retreat

Daniel Thorson started a 75-day silent retreat in March and returned to find some major changes in the world.

June 5, 2020

How Law and Order: SVU Plans to Tackle George Floyd's Death and Resulting Protests

Law & Order: SVU showrunner Warren Leight addressed how cop shows need to change following the worldwide protests in the wake of George Floyd's death.

June 5, 2020

Anna Kendrick Details "Confusing Time" When a “Totally Peaceful” Protest Took an "Alarming" Turn

Anna Kendrick detailed her experience marching in a Black Lives Matters protest, explaining how the “totally peaceful” event took an "alarming" turn.

June 5, 2020

Leonardo DiCaprio Commits to "Listen, Learn and Take Action" For Social Justice

"I commit to listen, learn and take action," Leonardo DiCaprio wrote via Instagram. "I am dedicated to end the disenfranchisement of Black America, that has been present for too long."

June 5, 2020

Hannah Brown Tells Fans They "Should Not Defend" Her After N-Word Controversy

Bachelorette's Hannah Brown urged fans to stop defending her amid backlash for saying the N-word with a moving plea on Instagram.

June 5, 2020

Inside Kate Spade's Legacy of Confidence, Optimism and Inclusion 2 Years After Her Death by Suicide

The late designer's name brand remains a go-to choice for women whose tastes run the gamut but who share an ideal

June 5, 2020

Riverdale Creator Apologizes to Vanessa Morgan and Vows to "Do Better"

Taking to social media, Riverdale creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa apologized to Vanessa Morgan after she called out the show for using her as a "side kick" to its white characters.

June 5, 2020

Jay-Z Lends His Private Plane to Ahmaud Arbery's Attorneys to Attend Court Hearing

Attorneys representing Ahmaud Arbery's family say they "started losing hope" before Jay-Z offered to help them get to a preliminary hearing in Georgia on Thursday.

June 5, 2020

Exclusive

Three Childhood Friends Reunite to Protest for Black Lives Matter

Three childhood friends find themselves at the center of a viral moment after attending a Black Lives Matter protest in their Irish hometown

June 5, 2020

Kourtney Kardashian Says She Has a ''Responsibility'' to Teach Her Kids About Their White Privilege

In a candid Instagram post shared Thursday, E! reality star Kourtney Kardashian explains the importance of having honest conversations with her children, even if it's "uncomfortable."

June 4, 2020

Drew Brees Apologizes for "Insensitive" Remarks on Kneeling Protests

The New Orleans Saints quarterback issues an apology after receiving major backlash for his insensitive remarks about kneeling during the National Anthem. Watch.

June 4, 2020

Kanye West Sets Up College Fund for George Floyd's Daughter, Donates Additional $2 Million

While Kanye West has not spoken publicly amid the Black Lives Matter movement, he has reportedly been donating behind the scenes.

June 4, 2020

Nina Parker Explains How to Be a Permanent Ally: "Our 'Normal' That We Had Before This Is Done"

The E! host detailed what allies should and shouldn't do to aid in the fight for racial justice

June 4, 2020

Beyonce Tells Fans to Remain "Focused" in Call for Justice

Queen Bey encourages fans to stay "aligned and focused" following many protests happening all over the world after George Floyd's death. Watch.

June 4, 2020

Update!

Officers Charged in George Floyd's Death Appear in Court for Arraignment

Three former police officers, Tou Thao, Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng, were arraigned on Thursday afternoon for their involvement in George Floyd's death.

June 4, 2020