Ayana Byrd

Warren Washington
Ayana Byrd  Feb 14, 2019 12:35PM EST

Pioneering Black Climate Scientist Honored With Top Prize in the Field

Warren Washington was one of the first physicists to create models for understanding the earth’s climate. 
A one-level light brick and mint green house sits on a green lawn with a blue sky and green trees around it
Ayana Byrd  Feb 13, 2019 12:29PM EST

People of Color Benefit From New Public Lands Protection Bill

With bipartisan support, the Senate passed a measure that includes provisions aimed at Indigenous and African Americans. 
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha.
Ayana Byrd  Feb 12, 2019 4:23PM EST

READ: Flint Whistle Blower Says Government Is Still Failing Residents

Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha believes the state legislature is taking actions that could cause another water crisis. 
The outside of the Supreme Court
Ayana Byrd  Feb 4, 2019 10:29AM EST

SCOTUS To Make Landmark Decision on Abortion This Week

The conservative majority Court could effectively overturn Roe v. Wade as it rules on a Louisiana law. 
Puerto Rico Faces Extensive Damage After Hurricane Maria
Ayana Byrd  Jan 29, 2019 12:28PM EST

Puerto Rican Activists Fear Residents Will See Little of $20 Billion Recovery Grant

Human rights attorney Ariadna Godreau-Aubert: “What we’ve seen so far is that this is a plan for developers, and not for the people.”
Rashida Tlaib speaks at Creating Change Conference
Ayana Byrd  Jan 28, 2019 1:28PM EST

WATCH: Rashida Tlaib on Why All Legislation Must Protect LGBTQ Rights

The new member of Congress spoke at the National LGBT Task Force’s Creating Change Conference.
Ayana Byrd  Jan 24, 2019 12:42PM EST

READ: How Texas Contributed to Rise in Pregnant Girls in Foster Care System

One teen mother: “All my friends that I was in placements with—every single one—either has a kid or is pregnant right now.”
The City of Flint Water Plant is illuminated by moonlight on Jan. 23, 2016, in Flint, Michigan. The state approved new funds for the city yesterday.
Ayana Byrd  Jan 23, 2019 1:20PM EST

Flint Launches Program to Help Kids Who Need Special Education Services Because of Water Crisis

Experts say it’s a step in the right direction, but not enough.
Kamala Harris talking
Ayana Byrd  Jan 22, 2019 2:15PM EST

How Do You Feel About Kamala Harris Running For President?

Reactions online range from enthusiastic to cautiously optimistic to displeased.
U.S. Supreme Court Expected To Issue Major Rulings
Ayana Byrd  Jan 16, 2019 1:36PM EST

Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus Renews Its Fight For Women's Reproductive Health

Representatives Barbara Lee and Judy Chu introduced legislation that aims to protect the right to choose.
San Francisco Board Of Supervisors Proposes Putting Soda Tax On Nov. Ballot
Ayana Byrd  Jan 15, 2019 1:51PM EST

REPORT: Companies Target Black and Latinx Youth With Junk Food Ads

The candy, soda and fast food industries disproportionately push their products on kids of color.
A Black woman wearing a white shirt rests her hand on her pregnant belly.
Ayana Byrd  Jan 14, 2019 2:17PM EST

Court Thwarts White House Effort to Keep Women From Free Contraception in 13 States

But a new federal rule could stand in the way for millions of other women.
Lucy McBath in Congress
Ayana Byrd  Jan 9, 2019 2:58PM EST

Representative Lucy McBath Co-Sponsors Legislation to Curb Gun Violence

McBath, the mother of slain teen Jordan Davis: “For my son, my family and the countless others impacted by gun violence—we will fix this broken system.”
NJ Gov Christie Campaigns For CA Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Whitman
Ayana Byrd  Jan 8, 2019 1:11PM EST

Second Black Man Found Dead in Major Democratic Contributor's Home

Ed Buck is not currently under investigation for either death.
Detroit Prepares To Host GOP Presidential Debate
Ayana Byrd  Jan 7, 2019 1:09PM EST

City of Flint to Stand Trial For Supplying Toxic Water

An appeals court ruled that the city has no immunity in the case.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Latinx woman in white suit jacket with right hand over her heart, surrounded by other people and brown leather seating
Ayana Byrd  Jan 3, 2019 3:12PM EST

A Shimmer of Political Hope From Today's Newly Sworn-In Congress

The 116th Congress includes many historic firsts and progressive women.
The moon sets over sandstone formations near Round Rock December 5, 2002, on the Navajo Indian Reservation, Arizona. A third of the nation lacks access to running water.
Ayana Byrd  Jan 2, 2019 12:16PM EST

What the Government Shutdown Means for Native Americans

As federal money owed to Indian Country under treaties goes unpaid, esesential services are being shut down.
Cardi B at 2018 American Music Awards
Ayana Byrd  Dec 27, 2018 9:00AM EST

Colorlines Favorites of 2018: Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy' and the Value of Authenticity

The Colorlines team is sharing our favorite 2018 videos, books, hashtags, movies and more. Here, contributing editor Ayana Byrd on why Cardi B’s “Invasion of Privacy” was the year’s best album.
Wide angle shot of colorful produce stocked in a grocery store.
Ayana Byrd  Dec 20, 2018 1:16PM EST

Trump Administration Ignores How Laws Are Made to Deny People Food Stamps

The USDA proposed rule changes could affect more than half a million people.
Social Media Site Twitter Debuts On The New York Stock Exchange
Ayana Byrd  Dec 19, 2018 11:59AM EST

New Study Confirms That Black Women Are Most Abused Group on Twitter

Amnesty International hopes Twitter will use the findings to make women safer online.