The planned inclusion of the firearm used in the 1955 lynching of Emmett Till in a private gun museum in the US has ignited a firestorm of criticism from historians, civil rights leaders, and Till's family, who condemn it as a grotesque spectacle.
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
A massive 'March for Australia' protest is planned for London on August 31st, organised by the Freedom Alliance, in solidarity with Australians suffering under some of the world's most extreme lockdown measures.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has launched a fierce condemnation of Donald Trump, labelling his remarks about Chicago's South Side as 'racist' and 'reprehensible' following the former president's controversial rally speech.
Former President Donald Trump has ignited a fresh political firestorm with a personal attack on Democrat Governor JB Pritzker's weight, suggesting he 'ought to spend more time at the gym'.
An Illinois woman faces first-degree murder charges for allegedly using abortion medication to terminate her own pregnancy, igniting a fierce national debate on reproductive rights and fetal homicide laws in a post-Roe America.
Former President Donald Trump's call to deploy the National Guard in Chicago to address crime has been met with fierce opposition from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, escalating a bitter political feud.
Former President Donald Trump demands a radical federal intervention in Chicago, urging a National Guard deployment to combat the city's spiralling violent crime crisis, echoing his past hardline policies.
Former US President Donald Trump has provocatively called for a military-style crackdown in Chicago, urging the immediate deployment of the National Guard to tackle the city's soaring violent crime rates, echoing his previous hardline law-and-order rhetor
A landmark lawsuit claims the Trump-era Justice Department pressured Tennessee police to arrest Hispanic drivers for minor offences, a policy allegedly designed to boost immigration enforcement.
The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into allegations of attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Fulton County, Georgia.
The Metropolitan Police is under fire after arresting peaceful protesters outside the Old Bailey for informing the public about their full legal rights as jurors. The move, condemned by MPs and civil liberties groups, raises serious questions about freedo
The Metropolitan Police is significantly expanding its use of live facial recognition technology on London's streets, aiming to tackle serious crime but raising major concerns from civil liberty groups over privacy and accuracy.
Exclusive: The Christian Institute faces a major backlash after demanding a ban on Civil Service Pride lanyards, accusing the government of 'virtue signalling' and triggering a fierce debate on LGBTQ+ inclusion in Whitehall.
A major US media group collapses, ceasing printing of all 114 of its local newspapers across South Dakota, Iowa, and others, creating a vast news desert and leaving communities in the dark.
Jackson, Mississippi faces a devastating public health emergency as its water system fails, leaving 150,000 residents without safe drinking water. The ACLU files a federal lawsuit demanding immediate action.
A brave mother from Joliet, Illinois, protected her children by fatally shooting an armed home invader during a late-night break-in. Police confirm the act as self-defence.
Amid rising tensions, experts warn that safeguarding the right to peaceful protest is essential to uphold democratic values and civil liberties.
A transgender athlete in the US is taking legal action after being removed from a college track team, alleging discrimination and violation of civil rights.
Explore the Scottsboro Boys Museum in Alabama, a poignant tribute to a pivotal moment in the fight for racial justice and civil rights in America.
A leading human rights organisation has called on UK police to reconsider their aggressive tactics during pro-Palestine demonstrations, warning of potential violations of civil liberties.
A Missouri Republican lawmaker sparks outrage after downplaying the significance of the 'Little Rock Nine' civil rights milestone, drawing sharp criticism from historians and activists.
A visit to the Scottsboro Boys Museum in Alabama offers a profound look into one of the most infamous civil rights cases in US history, blending education with emotional resonance.
A man from Illinois has been charged with threatening to assassinate the federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's election interference case, raising concerns over judicial safety.
Experts warn that the rapid expansion of facial recognition technology in the UK could undermine civil liberties and democratic freedoms. Is Big Brother watching you?
UK police are using mobile facial recognition vans to scan public areas, raising alarms over privacy and civil liberties. Critics warn of 'Orwellian' surveillance.
The US State Department has raised concerns over the UK's human rights policies, prompting a strong rebuttal from Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The diplomatic row highlights tensions over civil liberties under the Conservative government.
China introduces sweeping pay cuts for civil servants and public employees as part of a new austerity drive to stabilise its slowing economy.
Immigrant rights groups have filed a lawsuit against ICE, alleging unlawful detentions at New York's Federal Plaza. Read the full story here.