Racism is a 'public health threat,' Biden says in new HIV/AIDS strategy
In its new HIV/AIDS strategy released Wednesday on the annual commemoration of World AIDS Day, the Biden administration is calling racism “a public health threat” that must be fully recognized as the world looks to end the epidemic.
In its new HIV/AIDS strategy released Wednesday on the annual commemoration of World AIDS Day, the Biden administration is calling racism “a public health threat” that must be fully recognized as the world looks to end the epidemic.
Possible nooses found hanging on Stanford campus, university says
Stanford University on Monday informed students of noose-like ropes found in a tree on campus.
Stanford University on Monday informed students of noose-like ropes found in a tree on campus.
Trial set to start on charges Smollett faked racist attack
Smollett told police he was walking home from a sandwich shop when two men he said recognized him from the show "Empire" began hurling racial and homophobic slurs at him.
Smollett told police he was walking home from a sandwich shop when two men he said recognized him from the show "Empire" began hurling racial and homophobic slurs at him.
Bay Area reacts to outcome of Kyle Rittenhouse verdict
A group gathered in downtown Oakland Friday evening to protest in response to the verdict in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse.
A group gathered in downtown Oakland Friday evening to protest in response to the verdict in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse.
South San Francisco school celebrates 'Ruby Bridges Day'
Dozens of Martin Elementary School students and families walked to school together on Wednesday in honor of young civil rights activist Ruby Bridges.
Dozens of Martin Elementary School students and families walked to school together on Wednesday in honor of young civil rights activist Ruby Bridges.
San Francisco Reparations Committee wants Fillmore Heritage Center
To many African American people in San Francisco, the Fillmore Heritage Center represents perhaps their last chance to re-establish what they say has been lost in the Fillmore District – their heritage.
To many African American people in San Francisco, the Fillmore Heritage Center represents perhaps their last chance to re-establish what they say has been lost in the Fillmore District – their heritage.
Meet Ji-Young: 'Sesame Street' debuts 1st Asian American muppet
At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet on “Sesame Street.”
At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet on “Sesame Street.”
New Orleans marks 61st anniversary of public school integration, pays tribute to women
In a ceremony held Sunday outside McDonogh school, the screams and hate of 61 years ago were replaced with cheering crowds and expressions of gratitude.
In a ceremony held Sunday outside McDonogh school, the screams and hate of 61 years ago were replaced with cheering crowds and expressions of gratitude.
Plessy v. Ferguson: Man at center of landmark case on verge of pardon
The state Board of Pardons' unanimous decision to clear theHomer Plessy’s record of a conviction now goes to Gov. John Bel Edwards, who has final say over the pardon.
The state Board of Pardons' unanimous decision to clear theHomer Plessy’s record of a conviction now goes to Gov. John Bel Edwards, who has final say over the pardon.
Family questioned about human trafficking; mom says it's because they're mixed race
A Southwest Airlines passenger said she and her 10-year-old biracial daughter were stopped by authorities on a report of possible human trafficking – except she wasn't and she said the incident reeks of bias.
A Southwest Airlines passenger said she and her 10-year-old biracial daughter were stopped by authorities on a report of possible human trafficking – except she wasn't and she said the incident reeks of bias.
What is critical race theory? Many struggle to define topic
Critical race theory has become a lightning rod for Republicans and an issue in the Virginia governor's race.
Critical race theory has become a lightning rod for Republicans and an issue in the Virginia governor's race.
As Oakland expands guaranteed income program, early recipients call it success
One of the largest guaranteed income pilots in the country was launched in Oakland in June. The first phase includes 300 eligible families from East Oakland. Over the next 18 months, they'll receive $500 a month, no strings attached. Two families spoke to us about what it means.
One of the largest guaranteed income pilots in the country was launched in Oakland in June. The first phase includes 300 eligible families from East Oakland. Over the next 18 months, they'll receive $500 a month, no strings attached. Two families spoke to us about what it means.
United States issues 1st passport with 'X' gender designation
The U.S. issued its first passport with an “X” gender — a milestone in the recognition of the rights of people who don’t identify as male or female.
The U.S. issued its first passport with an “X” gender — a milestone in the recognition of the rights of people who don’t identify as male or female.
Newsom issues proclamation in honor of Filipino American labor leader
As part of Filipino American Heritage Month, Governor Newsom issued a proclamation declaring October 25 "Larry Itliong Day" in honor of the Filipino American labor leader.
As part of Filipino American Heritage Month, Governor Newsom issued a proclamation declaring October 25 "Larry Itliong Day" in honor of the Filipino American labor leader.
Texas lawmakers pass new congressional maps bolstering GOP
Texas Republicans approved on Monday redrawn U.S. House maps that favor incumbents and decrease political representation for growing minority communities, even as Latinos drive much of the growth in the nation's largest red state.
Texas Republicans approved on Monday redrawn U.S. House maps that favor incumbents and decrease political representation for growing minority communities, even as Latinos drive much of the growth in the nation's largest red state.
Air district to provide air filters for West Oakland residents
In an effort to mitigate the effects of wildfire-related air pollution, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District will provide portable air filter units to vulnerable low-income residents in West Oakland, the district announced on Friday.
In an effort to mitigate the effects of wildfire-related air pollution, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District will provide portable air filter units to vulnerable low-income residents in West Oakland, the district announced on Friday.
San Jose mural celebrating Latino culture in jeopardy of being painted over
Community members in one San Jose neighborhood are fighting to save a mural they said paints the story of their rich history and culture. The new property owner has said he does not believe the mural fits into his plans of bringing tech to the area.
Community members in one San Jose neighborhood are fighting to save a mural they said paints the story of their rich history and culture. The new property owner has said he does not believe the mural fits into his plans of bringing tech to the area.
‘Loved and accepted just the way you are,’ Biden says on National Coming Out Day
The president released a statement to formally recognize National Coming Out Day, which began in 1988 to remember the anniversary of the second major National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.
The president released a statement to formally recognize National Coming Out Day, which began in 1988 to remember the anniversary of the second major National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.
Ethnic studies to be required for California high school students
Along with English, science, math and other graduation requirements, California high school students will have to take a course in ethnic studies to get a diploma starting in 2029-30.
Along with English, science, math and other graduation requirements, California high school students will have to take a course in ethnic studies to get a diploma starting in 2029-30.
Jacob Blake shooting: Federal officials will not charge Kenosha police officer
Federal criminal civil rights charges will not be presented against Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey for his involvement in the August 2020 shooting of Jacob Blake, the United States Justice Department announced Friday.
Federal criminal civil rights charges will not be presented against Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey for his involvement in the August 2020 shooting of Jacob Blake, the United States Justice Department announced Friday.