Criminalization | Colorlines

A pregnant Black woman wearing a white shirt and dark sweater rests her elbow on a desk while her head leans on her closed hand

New York City Will No Longer Test Pregnant Patients for Drugs Without Consent

This longstanding practice “perpetuates racial disparities in the child welfare system,” according to a new report.

Shani Saxon Nov 18, 2020 4:30PM ET

A woman with dark curly hair holds a large sign that says, Abolish ICE

Trump Administration Plans ICE Raids in Sanctuary Cities Just Before Election

The president seeks to reinforce his “law and order” campaign rhetoric with targeted raids in October.

Shani Saxon Oct 1, 2020 11:07AM EDT

Black and white photograph of police officers forcing a Black man into a police car during second night of the Watts rebellion.

Black August: The Watts Rebellion

Remembering this August 1965 action is part of the Black August series, highlighting historical events that remind us of the legacy of Black radical resistance.

Tracey Onyenacho Aug 28, 2020 10:40AM ET

A uniformed police officer stands in front of a purple wall of smoke as they hold a baton and cover their face with a mask and shield.

Vallejo Police Officers Performed Ritual to Celebrate Each Time They Killed on the Job

The “secretive clique” of cops in Vallejo, California, bent the corners on their badges to mark fatal shootings, per a new investigative report.

Shani Saxon Jul 30, 2020 3:46PM ET

Breonna Taylor ad. Close up of typewriter keys and white page with the words: Breonna Taylor.

A New Louisville TV Ad Demands Justice for Breonna Taylor

After more than 100 days with no police officer held accountable for her death, the ad is clear in its message: “Fire. Arrest. Charge. The police officers who killed her. Today.”

N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jul 30, 2020 2:50PM EDT

Nina Pop and Tony McDade. Black woman wearing purple head wrap and black top and Black man with short blonde curly hair wearing a black top.

A $15,000 Mental Health Recovery Fund Launches for Black Trans People

In the wake of Nina Pop’s and Tony McDade’s recent killings, the Okra Project is offering free therapy with Black therapists.

N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jun 3, 2020 3:15PM EDT