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Trayvon’s Mother Says She Is Prepared for Any Trial Outcome

Sybrina Fulton deflected questions on whether she considered Zimmerman sincere in asserting that the killing was not racially motivated.

Gabby Douglas Responds to Criticism of Her Hair

"I don't know where this is coming from. What's wrong with my hair? I'm like, 'I just made history and people are focused on my hair?' It can be bald or short, it doesn't matter about (my) hair."

Ex-Dolphin Chad Johnson posts bail on domestic charge

Chad Johnson spent a night in the Broward County lockup after a fight with his new wife. Later Sunday, the Miami Dolphins released him.

Criminal Justice

While justice is said to be blind, that is not the case for many African-Americans who complain of maltreatment by the system. The "Fair Sentencing Act" reduces the disparity between penalties for crack vs powder cocaine sentencinf eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for crack possession. There are calls to renew protections againts racial profiling and improve access to treatment, counseling and employment for ex-offenders...

Voting Rites...

Across the Country, Voting laws are being changed that could jeopardize many people's ability to vote, especially African-Americans and other minority groups. In states like Wisconsin, Mississippi, Kansas and Alabama, ridgid photo ID requirements may deter some from voting at polls. Proponents say the restrictions help prevent coter fraud...

Unemployment

African-American Unemployment Falls Ever So Slightly in July

Commentary: How Does a Black Kid in Cuffs Commit Suicide in a Cop Car?

In Arkansas, police are claiming a 21-year-old arrested for pot possession had a hidden gun he used to shoot himself in the back of the cop car — but something smells fishy