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As violent images of the recent deaths of black citizens proliferate the media, some scholars and activists sense an opportunity to pursue lasting…
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After weeks of protesting for justice for black lives lost at the hands of police, commemorating the day that ended slavery meant a little more this year…
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The Normal Human Relations Commission met this week to deliberate on how to make positive changes within the community.NHRC members agreed Tuesday they…
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With churches partially closed, social distancing still the norm, and racism becoming bolder by the day, maintaining a sound mind during a season of pain…
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Bloomington-Normal police leaders say many of the reforms being proposed nationally in the wake of George Floyd’s death have already happened here,…
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More than 200 protesters gathered Monday night at Clearwater Park in east Bloomington and marched through nearby neighborhoods to speak out against…
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“You probably don’t know this, but a broken tail light is a black man’s biggest fear.”Around the table, people were silent as Otis Evans Jr. described…
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Heyworth business owner Tricia Braid said she was tired of scrolling through social media feeds and seeing many people doubting the media reports about…
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For Ky Ajayi, it hasn’t just been a long week. It’s been a long three years.That’s how long Black Lives Matter BloNo has been working to dismantle…
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Whether you work in an office, drive a forklift or teach kindergarten, the more confident you are in your training, the better you’ll perform. Confidence…