So far 18 deaths in Texas and Louisiana have been attributed to the storm; more than half of those people were killed by carbon monoxide poisoning from the unsafe operation of generators.
In aftermath of Hurricane Laura, residents worry about help
Thousands gather at March on Washington commemorations
While participants march in Washington, Sharpton has called for those in other states to march on their U.S. senators’ offices and demand their support of federal policing reforms. Sharpton said protesters should also demand reinvigorated U.S. voter protections, in Lewis’ memory.
Hope Won Last Night
On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, Tulsa mayoral candidate Gregory Robinson II stands with his fiancée Katelyn Kramer and godson, right, and political advisor Dr. Tiffany Crutcher, left, at Robinson’s mayoral watch party at Dos […]
My teachers never told me that America was built on racism.
If history was thoroughly taught with Black kids and their people’s story in mind, perhaps we wouldn’t have millions of Americans marching in the streets during a global pandemic because of the continued racial injustices we see against Black lives.
FACT CHECK: The Tulsa Police Department Did Not Endorse GT Bynum
Bynum seemingly tried to make his post appear as if the Tulsa Police Department endorsed him by leaving off the word ‘department’. Does he think Tulsans aren’t smart? Some Tulsans spoke against his inappropriate and deceptive actions.
City Councilor Endorsement for Dist. 1
For District 1 Tulsa City Councilor, The Black Wall Street Times proudly endorses Vanessa Hall-Harper for reelection, as she clearly demonstrates she is for ALL Tulsans. Not only is Harper the best representative for Black Tulsans living within her district, but for Black lives dwelling beyond her district’s borders.
Biden selects California Sen. Kamala Harris as running mate
Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate on Tuesday, making history by selecting the first Black woman to compete on a major party’s presidential ticket and acknowledging the vital role Black voters will play in his bid to defeat President Donald Trump.
