A Springfield, Illinois sheriff’s department has recently released body camera footage shedding light on the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a Black woman who had initially called 911 seeking assistance. The incident, which took place on July 6, resulted in the death of the 36-year-old woman at the hands of Deputy Sean Grayson after she … Read more
Oakland, California – Eighty years after the tragic events at Port Chicago, justice may finally be served for the men who faced discrimination and injustice. On July 17, 1944, an explosion at the Port Chicago Naval Magazine claimed the lives of 320 men, most of whom were Black sailors. The surviving sailors were then forced … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Ahsan Habib, a student at a private university, found himself amongst the crowds in the streets of Dhaka for three consecutive days. His participation in the protests stemmed from his belief in the unjust violence perpetrated by police and ruling party supporters against ordinary citizens like himself. What began as student-led demonstrations … Read more
Washington, D.C. – A woman in Southwest D.C. reached out to authorities after experiencing a violent assault at the L’Enfant Plaza Metro Station. Martha Dulko, the victim, recounted being attacked by a group of juveniles who hit her in the head multiple times and used a taser on her. Despite sustaining a concussion, she expressed … Read more
Blawnox, Pennsylvania – A jury has convicted Kevin McSwiggen, 42, of third-degree homicide in the tragic shooting death of off-duty Oakdale police officer Charles Stipetich Jr. The incident, which occurred in July 2022, was described as an alleged act of road rage. The prosecution argued that McSwiggen pursued Stipetich after a traffic altercation, ultimately leading … Read more
Springfield, Illinois – A grand jury in Sangamon County indicted Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson, 30, on five counts following the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey in her home on July 6. The indictment includes three counts of first-degree murder, among other charges. Grayson, currently in custody, is set to appear in court for arraignment at … Read more
Springfield, Illinois – Charges were brought against a sheriff’s deputy in connection with the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old woman who had called authorities to report a possible intruder. The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office announced that Illinois State Police concluded their investigation into Massey’s death and that deputy Sean Grayson was indicted and … Read more
Orkney, North West – The families of four South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members who tragically died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning are seeking justice and clarity surrounding the circumstances of their deaths. Mthunzi Patrick Nzukela, Lindelani Mbongwa, Magudu Sydwell Manganyi, and Le-Roy Thapelo Mpolokeng were found lifeless on July 6 after being on … Read more
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – Residents in Trinidad and Tobago are grappling with a society that shows indifference to the struggles faced by many individuals due to societal structure and governance issues. Despite the efforts of volunteers and organizations, the socio-economic disparities and lack of positive governance contribute to a sense of injustice … Read more
Bethel Park, Pennsylvania – Former US President Donald Trump was the target of an attack at a campaign rally where he was shot in the ear, causing chaos and concern among attendees. The incident unfolded as Trump addressed the crowd, with multiple gunshots ringing out and blood visible on his face and ear as he … Read more