Jul 12 Watch 8:01 Why the legal marijuana industry is now struggling with diversity and inclusion By Yamiche Alcindor, Jaywon Choe As marijuana legalization expands across the country, who is benefiting from the blossoming industry? In most cases, it is a very different population from that which has previously borne the brunt of marijuana criminalization. Millions are still dealing with scars… Continue watching
Jul 09 Watch 5:33 What has changed in states that have legalized marijuana -- and what hasn't Across the country, more state laws are aligning with voter attitudes about recreational use of marijuana. The wave of cannabis legalization has had a significant influence on individuals, communities and governments, and driven the development of a burgeoning commercial industry. Continue watching
Jul 02 Watch 8:48 Would eliminating this standardized test increase racial equity in elite NYC schools? By Hari Sreenivasan, Laura Fong New York City’s elite public high schools are being scrutinized for their admissions practices, which are yielding disproportionately low populations of black and Latino students. In response, the mayor and school chancellor want to eliminate a standardized test critics say… Continue watching
Jun 13 Watch 9:19 Can 'baby bonds' help the U.S. close its staggering racial wealth gap? By Paul Solman Whites in the U.S. have much greater household and individual wealth than blacks and other minorities. In fact, the typical black household has about 10 cents for every dollar of wealth in a typical white household. Some economists and politicians… Continue watching
May 21 Watch 7:13 What's at stake in hearing for NYPD officer who caused Eric Garner's death Eric Garner’s 2014 death at the hands of New York City police sparked national outrage and helped fuel the Black Lives Matter movement. The police officer at the center of the case is now facing an administrative hearing, although it… Continue watching
Mar 26 WATCH: Jussie Smollett says he wants to move on with his life By Associated Press The "Empire" actor spoke to reporters Tuesday after his attorneys said prosecutors dropped felony charges against him during a Chicago court hearing. Continue reading
Mar 26 Jussie Smollett's attorneys say all criminal charges dropped By Amanda Seitz, Michael Tarm, Associated Press Attorneys for "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett said Tuesday that charges alleging he lied to police about a racist and homophobic attack have been dropped. Continue reading
Mar 19 Supreme Court set for case on racial bias in jury selection By Jeff Amy, Mark Sherman, Associated Press This week, the Supreme Court will consider whether Curtis Flowers' conviction and death sentence in a sixth trial should stand or be overturned for a familiar reason: because prosecutors improperly kept African-Americans off the jury. Continue reading
Mar 07 WATCH: Pelosi says House to condemn 'forms of hatred' after Omar words By Lisa Mascaro, Laurie Kellman, Associated Press Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday the House will vote on a resolution condemning anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, white supremacy and other forms of hate after freshman Rep. Ilhan Omar's comments about Israel sparked turmoil among Democrats. Continue reading
Feb 21 WATCH: Police say Smollett 'took advantage' of anger over racism to promote career By Associated Press Chicago police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said at a news conference Thursday that Smollett sent a racist and homophobic threatening letter to himself at the Fox studio lot before the attack. He says Smollett was dissatisfied with his salary. Continue reading