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Crestworth Elementary students find inspiration in inauguration of VP Kamala Harris Play Video
February 3, 2021 11:02 AM
BATON ROUGE - On Jan. 20, the nation watched as Kamala Harris was sworn in to become Vice President of the United States of America, making history as the first woman and first person of color to take on such a role. Among those closely watching the ceremony were... more » -
Knock Knock Museum invites public to 'Freedom March MLK Day' event Play Video
January 18, 2021 7:10 AM
BATON ROUGE - The third Monday of every January marks a U.S. federal holiday in honor of the birthday of world-renowned civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, various organizations across Louisiana's capital city are participating in observances of Dr. Martin Luther King... more » -
Louisiana among 15 states observing 'Indigenous Peoples' Day' instead of 'Columbus Day'
October 12, 2020 10:53 AM
Whether or not its acceptable to continue celebrating Columbus Day has been a matter of debate in states, cities and municipalities around the US for many years, and CNN reports that Virginia is the latest state to officially replace observation of 'Columbus Day' with the celebration of 'Indigenous Peoples' Day.'... more » -
'Golden Girls' re-imagined with Black cast for charitable one-time performance
September 8, 2020 10:26 AM
A beloved sitcom is being re-imagined with a new cast for a one time performance via a zoom virtual watch party that hopes to bring awareness to Color of Change , which is the US's largest online racial justice organization. 'The Golden Girls,' a comedy series that resonates with... more » -
Netflix to invest $100 million into Black-owned banks
July 1, 2020 6:54 AM
Netflix announced plans to invest in Black-owned banks to help close the wealth gap between Black and White America. According to CNN , the streaming service informed the public of its decision Tuesday, vowing to deposit 2% of its cash, or an estimated $100 million, into Black-owned financial institutions... more » -
Hundreds gather peacefully at state capitol to protest against police brutality Play Video
May 31, 2020 4:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - Protests against the death of George Floyd have made their way to the capital area. With peaceful protests happening in New Orleans and Lafayette, hundreds of Baton Rouge residents gathered Sunday afternoon to march from Galvez Plaza to the steps of the State Capitol. Protesters... more »