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The Tulsa Community Remembrance Coalition (which is working in partnership with the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, AL) will hold a public press conference on 11:00AM on Friday, May 17th at Historic Vernon AME Church (311 N. Greenwood Ave.)
An unarmed pregnant black woman was killed by a police officer in Baytown, Texas, about 25 miles east of Houston, TX. Believing the woman had outstanding warrants, the police officer attempted to arrest her.
“Tulsan showed up and made Hip Hop 918 a huge success last year! We are excited to bring back the pioneers of hip hop for our community to enjoy a fun-filled night with entertainment and dance reminiscent of the ’80s and ’90s.”
“I want these mothers to know that they are not alone and that we must support each other as we all approach Mother’s Day without our sons,” said Leanna Crutcher.
KIPP Tulsa Public Charter Schools (KIPP) is focusing on community wellness and promoting healthy living this spring with its first KIPP 5K at Mohawk Park on Saturday, May 11 at 8:00 a.m.
“I was so heartbroken. I was hurt. I had a blank stare at one moment, and I just cried,” she said. “I wouldn’t know how it felt because it wasn’t mine to have, but when I knew what I had and should’ve had, it hurt. It just hurt a different way,” the teen said.
According to the American Heart Association, Black Americans are disproportionately affected by high blood pressure, making them a primary risk factor for stroke and heart disease.
