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Race and power in Hollywood

Race and power in Hollywood

The 2021 Academy Awards were the most diverse in history. But does that mean Hollywood’s elites are starting to share power with a broader group?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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3 men indicted on federal hate crime charges in Ahmaud Arbery killing

3 men indicted on federal hate crime charges in Ahmaud Arbery killing

Gregory McMichael, his son Travis McMichael and William Bryan all face charges of attempted kidnapping and hate crimes in the death of Arbery, a Black man gunned down while on a run last year.
by Emma Bowman

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For Minneapolis activists, guilty verdict just the start of a long journey toward justice

For Minneapolis activists, guilty verdict just the start of a long journey toward justice

The racial justice movement spurred by the killing of George Floyd doesn’t end with last week’s murder conviction of Derek Chauvin. Proponents of change in the city where Floyd died under Chauvin’s knee say their work is just beginning.
by Riham Feshir

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At two Mankato high schools, new course aims to tie history of social justice to movements today

At two Mankato high schools, new course aims to tie history of social justice to movements today

Starting next fall, students at Mankato East and Mankato West high schools will be able to take the brand-new course — developed as a way to help them explore topics of race, civil rights and social justice. It’s intended to serve as a place where students can learn about history, and connect it to the social movements of today.
by Hannah Yang

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Chauvin juror: After intense trial, verdict was 'easy part'

Chauvin juror: After intense trial, verdict was 'easy part'

Brandon Mitchell told a TV interviewer there were days he didn’t know how he could keep returning to watch footage of George Floyd dying in police custody under Derek Chauvin’s knee. "I didn't see any remorse,” he said of Chauvin’s demeanor in court.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota Attorney General focused on mechanics of Derek Chauvin case not its impact

Minnesota Attorney General focused on mechanics of Derek Chauvin case not its impact

Keith Ellison, who led the prosecution of former officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, wasn't sure they were going to win. "Accountability just doesn't happen very much," he says.
by Leila Fadel

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USDA moves to feed millions of children over the summer

USDA moves to feed millions of children over the summer

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it's expanding a pandemic program into the summer to help families pay for meals their children won't get in school.
by Cory Turner

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