Blackest News Stories Of The Week: Angel Reese And More
The Blackest News Stories Of The Week: Angel Reese, Black Unemployment And More
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Experience a historical retrospective as we present a visual journey through time with the Blackest Stories Of The Week. Witness a mosaic of moments that occurred this past week, offering a glimpse into the news that made headlines. Take a weekly dive into a collection of events that range from awe-inspiring to disturbingly shocking, delivered straight to you.
Sunday, April 2
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Monday, April 3
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The official cause of Irvo Otieno’s death in Virginia has been confirmed as “positional and mechanical asphyxia with restraints,” according to the Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Otieno, who had a history of mental health struggles, died after being pinned down by security guards at a hospital, much like George Floyd’s death. Additionally, the seven police deputies and three hospital employees have been indicted on second-degree murder charges.
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Tuesday, April 4
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Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, where he was supporting a strike by Black sanitation workers. The shooting led to riots in several cities with large African American populations. The government’s role in the assassination has been questioned, anBettmannd many still mourn King’s death while continuing to strive for equality.
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Wednesday, April 5
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Harvard University students have described a police raid on their dormitory as “crazy” and “terrifying” after at least five officers responded with their guns drawn to an alleged 911 call claiming someone was armed in the building. Additionally, the four senior students said they feared for their lives during the early morning incident. False 911 calls, known as “swatting,” are dangerous hoaxes that can have fatal consequences, with previous victims targeted due to their race.
