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Why conservatives and liberals are united on Eric Garner caseThe lack of a grand jury indictment in the Michael Brown case divided conservatives and liberals. But the grand jury decision in the Eric Garner case has prompted unanimous condemnation. Why?
With Bill Cosby on the ropes, Charles Barkley steps into ‘black scold’ roleWhile Bill Cosby endures growing legal problems that have squelched his credibility as 'America’s Dad,' former NBA power forward Charles Barkley has gamely waded into the topic of demonstrations in Ferguson.
Atheist 'skip church' Christmas billboards: Offensive free speech?An atheist group is sponsoring billboards in several Southern US cities: "Dear Santa, all I want for Christmas is to skip church. I'm too old for fairy tales," reads the billboard.
Random acts of pasta: Why do acts of kindness go viral?A Utah man became a social media sensation after he used an Olive Garden pass to feed the homeless. Americans like passing on feel-good stories about people doing good almost as much as they like spreading cute-pet videos or the latest on Kim Kardashian.
Can Giving Tuesday counterbalance holiday commercialism?Giving Tuesday has gained serious traction on social media and in the development world as a kind of 'Philanthropy Super Bowl.'
Random acts of Pasta? How some cities prohibit feeding the needy.A Utah man gave Olive Garden meals to area homeless people. But recent restrictions on cities' distribution of food to the homeless may mean that these acts will become more sparse.
Did Michael Brown really have his hands up when shot?As more facts are revealed about the circumstances of Michael Brown's death, some mysteries remain. Was Michael Brown surrendering at the time he was killed? Were his hands raised?
Why Chris Rock won't perform on college campusesIn an interview with Vulture, Chris Rock said college students don't appreciate racy humor. But some students say the problem lies elsewhere.
A black storm trooper? 'Star Wars' awakens forceful debate about race.The Internet lit up with discussion of what appears to be a black storm trooper in the 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' trailer.
NFL won't punish St. Louis Rams for 'Hands up, Don't Shoot' protestThe St. Louis police union wants a punishment and apology for the 'hands up, don't shoot' gesture by five players on the St. Louis Rams football team Sunday.
Why Charles Barkley supports the Ferguson grand jury decisionFormer NBA star Charles Barkley called Ferguson looters 'scumbags' and said that 'key forensic evidence, and several black witnesses that supported Officer Darren Wilson’s story.'
Can Ferguson spark new civil rights movement? How times have changed.The protesters who have gathered in Ferguson and beyond want to start a national movement. But the changes ushered in by the civil rights movement mean today's issues are more deep-seated.
Devonte Hart, Sgt. Bret Barnum, and the hug felt ‘round the worldDevonte Hart and Sgt. Bret Barnum – a black boy and a white police sergeant – met at a Ferguson protest in Portland, Ore. The photo of them hugging has melted millions of hearts.
Poll: Most Americans think things are going pretty well in the USA new CNN/ORC poll finds consistent improvement in the mood of the nation over the past few months, despite a series of national security crises and continued gridlock in Washington.
Ferguson protesters vow to #BoycottBlackFriday: Effective or not?A national boycott of Black Friday shopping in protest of the Ferguson grand jury decision is taking off on social media, with boycott supporters tweeting #BoycottBlackFriday, #BrownFriday, and #HandsUpDontSpend. But some say #BuyBlack is a better approach.
How L.A. worked to head off riots after grand jury decision in Ferguson caseAware of their city's long history of explosive violence in police matters, Los Angeles police, clergy, and community leaders prepared the city to remain calm, whatever the outcome in Ferguson, Mo.
On college campuses, students stunned by 'demon' description of Michael BrownIn police officer Darren Wilson's grand jury testimony, he described Michael Brown as 'Hulk Hogan' and a 'demon.' On US college campuses and on Twitter, many students were stunned and outraged by the grand jury decision.
Why Ferguson decision is about much more than Darren Wilson or Mike BrownAll eyes are on Ferguson, Mo., where a grand jury decision is expected to be announced Monday night. For many Americans, there's much more at stake than the fate of one police officer.
As Ferguson decision looms, black churches ready to step into breachThe Ferguson grand jury will deliver its decision on the Michael Brown shooting Monday, and local black churches are stepping in to be 'safe places' and to provide leadership.
Ferguson spurs rise of new gun owners in St. Louis: Another safety threat?A new gun owner in St. Louis appears to have fatally shot herself during an auto accident. Ahead of the Ferguson grand jury decision, St. Louis gun sales are rising, but do those new gun owners pose a safety risk to themselves and others?
