A former Facebook diversity recruiter has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the social media platform, alleging she was discriminated against based on her race […]
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‘Lean On Me,’ ‘Lovely Day’ singer Bill Withers dies at 81
Bill Withers, who wrote and sang a string of soulful songs in the 1970s that have stood the test of time, including “ Lean On […]
Los Angeles Mayor Urges Everyone to Wear Masks
The mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti, urged it’s nearly 4 million residents to now wear masks at all times in public to more efficiently […]
Why: 11 States Still Not Under Shelter-In-Place
In only a few days, millions of Americans have been asked to do what might have been unthinkable only a month ago. The COVID-19 (coronavirus) […]
6.6 Million Americans Filed for Unemployment Last Week
April opened with millions of people out of work and stock markets slumping after the White House acknowledged that the coronavirus could kill hundreds of […]
Coronavirus Coverage: US Deaths Grow to Nearly 4,000, Surpass China
The number of coronavirus related deaths topped 4,000 in the U.S. on Tuesday night, just one day after reaching the 3,000 mark. What We Know: […]
Memphis woman’s violent arrest draws outrage
The viral video of a Memphis woman seen on video getting grabbed and tackled to the ground by police officers, has left local leaders demanding […]
Holland America Cruise Line Stuck On Coastline With Coronavirus Rampant, FL Governor Won’t Let Dock
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he would be willing to allow passengers who are Florida residents to disembark from the Holland America cruise ship Zaandam, […]
Bernie Sanders’ Press Secretary Under Fire Over Kamala Tweet
Bernie Sanders’ supporters have had a track record of cyberbullying or “trolling,” an offense that has been frowned upon by everyone, including fellow senators. A […]
Obama Takes Rare Swipe at Trump over Coronavirus Response
Former President Barack Obama called out President Donald Trump’s disorderly way of handling the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic and especially urging voters to demand better of […]