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A DC Mural Honors 16 African-American Heroes Throughout History
Aniekan Udofia refreshes his iconic homage to Black history on the wall outside Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC.
Judge Sheila Abdus-Salaam Was a Champion for the Poor and the Marginalized
Honoring the work of America's first Muslim woman judge.
Why Black People Don't Want to Donate Their Organs
It's hard to make a case for the altruism in organ donation when our medical system has historically not been altruistic to us.
A PULSE Contemporary Art Fair Wrap-Up | Art Guides
Here's our curated roundup of the art and the artists we spoke with at the PULSE Contemporary Art Fair at Art Week Miami 2016.
One in 12 Beauty Products Aimed at Black Women Deemed 'Highly Hazardous'
New research finds dangerous levels of toxicity in everyday products marketed to African American women. An expert explains how dangerous these products can be.
Fighting the Shackles of Slavery: ‘Kicking and Knocking’ in the Antebellum South
African slaves in the American South continued their martial arts traditions by fighting as sport, ritual, and self-defense.
Wisconsin governor activates national guard after police shooting sparks violent protests
Police identified the deceased suspect as Sylville Smith, a 23-year-old black man fatally shot by police during a traffic stop on Saturday night.
These Chicago Barbers Have a Message: No More Violence
56 barbers gathered in Englewood to stop gun violence, one haircut at time.
Meet the 21-Year-Old Hired by Republicans to Attract Black Voters
On this episode of 'Daily VICE,' we sit down with Leah LeVell to ask her why she thinks Donald Trump is the best candidate for young African Americans.
Black and Hispanic people more likely to be victims of police brutality, study says
Using four different datasets, researchers found that non-white civilians were 50 percent more likely to be subject to police using force – like being grabbed, handcuffed, hit with a baton or slammed against a wall.