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On this day in 1944, white transit workers in Philadelphia protested the promotion of eight Black workers to become trolley drivers—a job previously reserved for white men.
Aug. 1, 1944 | White Transit Workers Protest Black Workers' Promotions in Philadelphia
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More than 70% of Black Americans die w/o a will or trust, leaving loved ones vulnerable to lengthy probate disputes. The biggest obstacle is often simply putting off a conversation that feels uncomfortable until it’s too late. | Kay Wicker thegrio.com/2026/07/24/h... #BlackskyNews
How the Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Chadwick Boseman estate disputes spotlight a crisis affecting Black families nationwide
More than 70% of Black Americans die without a will or trust, leaving loved ones vulnerable to lengthy probate disputes, attorneys say.
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In celebration of Atlanta's 2nd Ciara Day, Grammy Awarded singer donates $50,000 investment to local youth
The R&B signer just announced she's donating $50,000 to invest in Atlanta's youth, helping to support their passions and future careers in music, film, fashion and more.
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On this day in 1899, a white mob abducted Frank Embree from officers transporting him to stand trial and lynched him in front of a crowd of over 1,000 people in Fayette, Missouri.
Jul. 22, 1899 | White Mob Lynches Frank Embree Hours Before Trial in Fayette, Missouri
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On this day in 1929, more than 200 Black residents of North Platte, Nebraska, were terrorized by a white mob and forced to flee, leaving behind their homes forever.
Jul. 13, 1929 | White Mob Forces 200 Black People Out of North Platte, Nebraska
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On this day in 1959, a fashion show committee in New York removed all Black models from planned scenes in an upcoming show after editors protested depictions of racially integrated groups.
Jul. 14, 1959 | Black Models Cut From Fashion Show After Editors Protest Racial Integration
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On this day in 1944, 27-year-old Irene Morgan was traveling by bus from Virginia to Baltimore when she was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger.
Jul. 16, 1944 | Irene Morgan Arrested in VA for Refusing to Give Up Seat for White Passenger
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On this day in 1956, to undermine the local bus boycott against segregation, the City Commission in Tallahassee, Florida, ordered a crackdown on drivers who volunteered to carpool Black residents.
Jul. 17, 1956 | Tallahassee City Commission Cracks Down on Carpooling for Black Residents
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Last week, a federal appeals court ruled that Florida’s “Stop WOKE” law—which bars professors from discussing topics related to race and gender in the classroom—violates the First Amendment’s guarantee of freedom of speech.
Federal Appeals Court Rules Florida Classroom Censorship Law Is Unconstitutional
Florida’s “Stop WOKE” law violates the First Amendment
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On this day in 1946, Maceo Snipes was lynched in Taylor County, Georgia, for voting in a recent election. His relatives later faced threats and fled the region in fear.
Jul. 18, 1946 | Black Veteran Maceo Snipes Fatally Shot After Voting in Georgia Primary
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On this day in 1919, a mob of white men moved through a neighborhood in Washington, D.C., gathering weapons and beating Black residents, starting a campaign of terror that would continue for days.
Jul. 19, 1919 | White Mob Terrorizes Black D.C. Residents During Red Summer
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On this day in 1805, the Mississippi Territory passed “An Act to Prevent the Liberation of Slaves,” which barred enslavers from freeing enslaved people except in extraordinary cases.
Jul. 20, 1805 | Mississippi Territory Passes “Act to Prevent the Liberation of Slaves”
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A man broke into the "Today" show's studio in New York City looking for Al Roker, confronting Craig Melvin and yelling racist slurs
‘Today’ Show Intruder Breaks into Studio Looking for Al Roker, Confronts Craig Melvin and Yells Racial Slur
A man broke into the ‘Today’ show’s studio in New York City on Thursday, July 16, and was detained after confronting co-host Craig Melvin, sources tell PEOPLE.
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