California to replace the word ‘alien’ from its laws

California will strike the word “alien” from its state laws, getting rid of what Gov. Gavin Newsom called “an offensive term for a human being” that has “fueled a divisive and hurtful narrative.”

‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice

The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.

DOJ is reviewing policies on transgender inmates

A Justice Department official tells The Associated Press that the department is reviewing its policies on housing transgender inmates in the federal prison system.

Teen with autism viciously beaten by classmates on video at Howell High School

In the video, you can hear the teen with autism yell in pain as two classmates punch and kick him repeatedly - then steal his shoes. At that point, the video ends.

Robert E. Lee statue removed in Richmond

Virginia brought in a deconstruction crew surrounded by a heavy police presence on Wednesday to remove one of the nation's largest remaining monuments to the Confederacy, a towering statue of Gen. Robert E. Lee.

Robert E. Lee statue to be removed from Richmond Wednesday

A towering statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is expected to come down from a place of honor in Virginia's capital city.

Our Race Reality: Critical Race Theory
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Critical Race Theory has been the subject of so much controversy and discussion. So what is it really? Will it help or hurt your child. FOX 29 takes a closer look.

NFL will allow social justice phrases on helmets this season

NFL players will be able to choose from six different social justice phrases to wear on the back of their helmets for the 2021 season.

7 Black men executed in 1951 rape case granted posthumous pardons

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has granted posthumous pardons to seven Black men executed in 1951 for the rape of a white woman. At the time, the case attracted pleas for mercy from around the world.

Texas Legislature sends sweeping GOP voting bill to governor

The Texas Legislature sent a sweeping rewrite of the state's election laws to Republican Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday, dealing a bruising defeat for Democrats after a monthslong, bitter fight over voting rights.

‘March On For Voting Rights’ takes place on anniversary of MLK's 'I Have A Dream' speech

Voting rights advocates across the United States will march Saturday demanding the passage of the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which coincides with the anniversary of Dr. King's famous 'I Have A Dream' speech.

US shot putter Raven Saunders makes 'X' in podium pose after winning silver

When asked what the "X" meant, Raven Saunders, who is openly gay, has contemplated suicide and seen poverty and depression, explained: ”It's the intersection of where all people who are oppressed meet."

Our Race Reality: Keeping the Faith
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How do you define faith? What about when something tragic happens and shakes your faith to its core? FOX 29’s Thomas Drayton examines the role it plays in our lives.

Push to rename 'Asian carp' amid worries over racism

Some government agencies are taking the step to rebrand "Asian carp" in the wake of anti-Asian hate crimes that surged during the coronavirus pandemic.

Man on receiving end of viral racist rant, Mount Laurel police chief speak out

The man in the viral video on the receiving end of another man's racist rant and Mount Laurel's police chief speak out regarding the incident caught on camera.

Mount Laurel man seen in video hurling racial slurs taken into custody after day-long protest

A racist rant in a quiet South Jersey neighborhood is going viral. It shows a man hurling racial epithets at his neighbor. Monday, a crowd gathered outside the man’s house, in protest.

NJ mayor calls for federal hate crime investigation after viral racist rant

The mayor of Mount Laurel, New Jersey is calling for a federal hate crime investigation into Edward Mathews' racist rant and encounter with neighbors that went viral on social media and resulted in his arrest.