“Black Music Month provides exposure to untold stories,” Cellist Chanel Kelly said. “I think that in telling a story such as my own, it can inspire other Black youth who look like me and have never seen anything like this before.” By: Randall Newsome #BlackskyNews www.wmar2news.com/voices/balti...

The Rick Chow case was viewed by many as emblematic of broader concerns about racial profiling, disproportionate use of deadly force, and the vulnerability of Black youth. #BlackskyNews usahousinginformation.com/rick-chow-so...

Night rarely falls on the harsh, sun-bleached world of Aleshea Harris’s film “Is God Is,” a revenge parable about the breaking, or the burning, of the Black family. By: Doreen St. Félix #BlackskyNews #BlackskyFilm www.newyorker.com/culture/crit...

“The people should always feel protected and should never have to move in fear. We will continue to do our best to protect the people, and we will not sit down and let any racist group put fear in the hearts of the people,” Pain said. by: Jenna Lejano #BlackskyNews myfox8.com/news/virgini...

Sam Levinson confirmed that Euphoria would end with S3. “In terms of the story we set out to tell, which is a story about addiction and its consequences, this feels like the end to me,” he said on an episode of The NYT podcast, Popcast. By Erica Gonzales #BlackskyNews www.elle.com/culture/movi...

Jay-Z’s headlining set alone showcased the breadth of talent borne out of Philly, with guests including Jazmine Sullivan, Bilal, Meek Mill and the lot of his ROC crew: Beanie Sigel, Freeway, Memphis Bleek and Young Gunz. Roots Picnic line-up was insane: #BlackskyNews variety.com/2026/music/n...

Florida's attorney general filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its chairman Sam Altman, alleging that the AI startup’s ChatGPT is unsafe. It contends that ChatGPT has provided assistance for mass shootings, and poses addiction and suicide risks to users.

BREAKING: Tina Peters, a Colorado election denier who was sentenced to nine years in prison for her role in a 2021 voting system breach, has been released on parole. Gov. Jared Polis (D) commuted her sentence last month amid mounting pressure from Trump and his supporters calling for her release.

While, organizations have been forced to suspend programs and lay off staff, acting AG says missing fiscal 2025 funds and fiscal 2026 grant applications were coming out on a “rolling basis” and “we’re working every day very hard to get that money out.” #BlackskyNews 19thnews.org/2026/05/dome...

When it came to the recent data center activist report, longtime Philadelphia civil rights lawyer Paul Hetznecker said he was troubled by the fusion center’s association of AI skeptics with terrorists. By Matt Sledge, Sam Biddle #BlackskyNews theintercept.com/2026/06/01/a...

How we handle elder care in the next 20 years is going to shape the future of this country in innumerable ways; our economic and ethical future hangs in the balance. By Courtney E Martin #BlackskyNews www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Some activists contend that the current climate makes showing up – whether it’s marches or the local bar – even more important than ever. Here’s a list of some of the Pride events happening in New York City this month. By Giulia Heyward #BlackskyNews gothamist.com/arts-enterta...

In celebration of Black Music Month, ten artists spanning genres and generations will deliver special Tiny Desk performances you can enjoy at npr.org/music and across all NPR Music’s social media platforms. Watch all performances at npr.org/tinydesk. #BlackskyNews www.npr.org/2026/06/01/g...

Nashville: The National Museum of African American Music's Black Music Month 2026 theme is The Soundtrack Continues, celebrating the enduring legacy of African American music as both a cultural force and a living historical record. Event schedule: www.nmaam.org/bmm/bmm-sche...

French Open slaps Adolfo Daniel Vallejo — who lost his match — with $65,000 fine over sexist umpire remarks

The EEOC is seeking to end its annual data collection while also getting rid of a 1979 regulation that allowed employers to take certain steps to address race and gender imbalances revealed by the data. By Andrea Hsu #BlackskyNews www.npr.org/2026/06/01/n...

Peacock confirmed to NBC News that Vasana Montgomery will no longer be on Love Island USA, saying the videos that resurfaced showing her using the slur were not publicly shared until after the cast announcement. By Angela Yang #BlackskyNews www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/...

Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III, gathers over 30 objects from across the Smithsonian’s sprawling collections to trace how successive generations of Americans have reached — and fallen short of — the ideals first set down in the Declaration of Independence. #BlackskyNews www.yahoo.com/news/politic...

Family members told local media that the 17-year-old San Antonio Spurs fan fell from a moving vehicle during postgame celebrations Thursday night and struck his head on a curb, according to local reports. By Ankit Kumar #BlackskyNews #NBASky www.yahoo.com/sports/artic...

The lawsuit alleges ACS is using a racially discriminatory emergency removal policy allowing the agency to bypass judicial review. Black people and Latinos are disproportionately affected by the practice. #BlackskyNews www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

The two comedians became family last year when Murphy's son Eric and Lawrence's daughter Jasmin tied the knot. Jasmin gave birth to their first child earlier this year. "Our gene pool is going to make this funny baby," Murphy joked. By Derek Lawrence #BlackskyNews ew.com/martin-lawre...

Spencer Leak Jr., one of the leaders of the Chicago funeral titan Leak and Sons, has died at 56, his family confirmed Sunday. Mr. Leak Jr. — one of three sons of Spencer Leak Sr. — helped run the family funeral homes for more than 45 years #Blackskynews chicago.suntimes.com/obituaries/2...

OPINION: "One national study found that more than 1 in 4 transgender youth were living over four hours from the nearest clinic after state legislators enacted restrictions. Many faced even longer travel times," Susan Radzilowski writes.

Brooklyn Rivera, a renowned Indigenous leader from Nicaragua who spent years fighting for the rights of his community and was imprisoned by the government in September 2023, has died. https://to.pbs.org/4u90Uvd

“Four people will be discharged today and there was one that was discharged the day before yesterday,” WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said during the opening of a new Ebola treatment center in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province. #BlackskyNews apnews.com/article/tedr...

WARNING: Content includes video of violent, repeated male on female assault. --- The firing stems from disturbing video showing then officer, Karson Hyder, throwing Cherrie Moore to the ground and repeatedly punching her in her face until another officer intervenes. myfox8.com/news/public-...

The post about the fired Shelby officer will be reposted with label momentarily. I just realized I had not labeled it but also needed a moment to see clearly.

Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III, gathers over 30 objects from across the Smithsonian’s sprawling collections to trace how successive generations of Americans have reached — and fallen short of — the ideals first set down in the Declaration of Independence. #BlackskyNews www.yahoo.com/news/politic...

CBC backs NAACP asking Black athletes, parents and consumers to “withhold their commitments,” transfer from public colleges and withhold spending in states that they say are attacking Black voting rights. by: Katie Misuraca, Mark Hall #BlackskyNews www.dcnewsnow.com/video/naacp-...

This year’s theme is “San Antonio Welcomes All,” and organizers say the event will feature a wide variety of decorated barges, including Fiesta-inspired displays, Day of the Dead themes, Diwali designs and more. By Alyssa Muñoz #BlackskyNews #Pride www.yahoo.com/news/us/arti...

The Phoenix Pride organization has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, a spokesman confirmed on May 30, just days before the official kickoff of Pride Month. By Elias Weiss #BlackskyNews www.fox10phoenix.com/news/phoenix...

“America is still grappling with reparations because America is still grappling at the legacy of slavery, racial discrimination, Jim Crow, and violent exclusion of Black people from the body politic.” By Aaron Morrison #BlackskyNews #TulsaRaceMassacre tulsaworld.com/news/local/r...

“It’s one thing to lose, but today I competed, I fought my hardest but I don’t think I played the way I wanted to in the crucial moments,” Gauff said after the loss. #BlackskyNews www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/...

"I have informed SAFA that I need a report and action must be taken against those responsible for this mess. We are being made to look like fools,” Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie posted. By Nick Said #BlackskyNews #WorldCup www.reuters.com/sports/socce...

The Indiana Fever just had a night to forget. The Portland Fire had a blowout victory over Clark and co. They completely dominated to win 100-84. Megan Gustafson had the most points on the court. She had 22 points scoring 8-8 from the field. #BlackskyNews #WNBASky sports.yahoo.com/articles/vid...

“They want to frighten people so they are afraid to use their First Amendment rights,” Mavalwalla I said. The Spokane 3 case is expected to set precedent for other cities and defendants who face similar circumstances while standing up for what's right, she noted. www.rangemedia.co/a-shocked-ci...

After a cinematic seven-game series, the Spurs emerged victorious and are heading to their first NBA Finals since 2014. Either the Spurs or the Knicks will become the eighth different champion in the last eight seasons. By Andrew Gitto #BlackskyNews #NBASky www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/...

The review should examine systemic gaps and shortcomings in the incidents and how Aurora PD and other professionals can work to fill those gaps. “It's a call for the city to examine this entire system,” he said. By Shelly Bradbury #BlackskyNews www.denverpost.com/2026/05/28/a...

While Hov performed classics commemorating the 25th anniversary of his album The Blueprint, wifey and collaborator Bey danced in support. Questlove told FOX 29 he was anticipating a “1-of-1” show with Jay-Z at the Roots Picnic. By Jaelani Turner-Williams #BlackskyNews www.complex.com/music/a/jael...

At the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the front line is completely overwhelmed. Our chief Africa correspondent, Declan Walsh, describes what he saw in the Ebola ward at Mongbwalu General Hospital. www.nytimes.com/2026/05/30/w...

“I look forward to supporting her campaign every step of the way and am confident that she has the vision, leadership, and experience to succeed," Pitts said, offering his “unconditional and enthusiastic support.” #BlackskyNews www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/05/30/f...

When Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket vaporized during a routine static fire test, it did more than scatter metal across the Florida coastline; it exposed a critical, systemic vulnerability in America’s multi-billion-dollar lunar strategy. #BlackskyNews achievers.amway.com/inside-blue-...

VitaHustle has sold more than five million shakes, notes the release. This new funding will help the company grow brand awareness, improve operations, and create new revenue opportunities, the press release noted. By Samantha Dorisca #BlackskyNews afrotech.com/kevin-hart-v...

> What’s more, we’ll be working with @blackskyweb.xyz to further refine our moderation practices and adopt their Acorn platform for community moderation. community 🤝 community

Brook Smith “was trying to end this relationship or distance herself from the suspect,” before being shot and pronounced dead at Creeks Edge Condos, Gainesville PD said. Xavion Perry, who fled, was identified as the suspect in the shooting. #BlackskyNews www.1011now.com/2026/05/30/t...

Just as Wikimedia staff launched Wiki Workers United - their organizing drive for formal representation- management suddenly discovered Community tech was reduntant. WMF denies targeting union supporters, but volunteers aren’t buying it. By Al Landes #BlackskyNews www.msn.com/en-us/news/o...

A School District spokesperson said directly affected students will get new yearbooks which include them. Luke Caraway, one of the 12 omitted students, said all students should get them. By Rachel Bowman #BlackskyNews #DisabilityJustice #DisabilitySky www.dailymail.com/news/article...