10 meaningful ways to honor Black History Month in 2023
Here are some thoughtful ways you can take action this February.
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The history and traditions behind Groundhog Day
There has only been one Punxsutawney Phil, but as the fandom grows, so does his competition.
This young author is on a mission to make crayons more diverse
In 2020, Bellen Woodard rolled out More Than Peach crayons, which feature a variety of skin tones.
Zoo will name a cockroach after your ex for Valentine's Day
Last year, the most popular exes were named Jacob and Sarah. Any bets on the names that will take the top spots this year?
Punxsutawney Phil makes his 2023 Groundhog Day prediction
Since 1887, people have gathered outside Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to see Phil make his prediction.
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First sweeping federal gun crime report in 20 years released
The report shows 54% of guns that police recovered in crime scenes in 2021 had been purchased within three years — a double-digit increase since 2019.
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Why do we celebrate Black History Month in February?
February holds the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln, who issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and Frederick Douglass, who was an activist for equality.
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Cosmetic product regulation is getting a makeover in the US
The FDA is adding more regulations for cosmetic companies, but dermatologists say more research into ingredient safety is still needed.
Family: Police brutality in death of son caught on camera
The family of a Black father in Bogalusa, Louisiana, alleges that a police beating left the 28-year old dead last year.
Mourners call for police reform at Tyre Nichols' funeral
Tyre Nichols' memorial brought a civil rights message and renewed calls to action against police killings of black people.
Eagles player indicted on rape, kidnapping charges
Offensive lineman Joshua Sills is accused of holding a person against their will and engaging in sexual activity with that person in Dec. 2019.
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Department of Transportation announces $800 million for roadway safety
In 2021, the U.S. hit a 16-year high when 42,915 people died from traffic crashes in the U.S.
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Mississippi musicians are pushing to reclaim state's music history
Many genres of music have roots that tie back to Mississippi. Now, the music industry in the state is trying to reclaim its history.
17-year-old founder of a reading club for Black boys becomes an author
Sidney Keys III started Books N Bros, a monthly book box subscription with online and in-person meetups, when he was just 10.
DeSantis pushes ban on diversity programs in state colleges
It's the Republican's latest step onto the front lines of the nation's culture wars as he considers a 2024 bid for the White House.
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10 trailblazing women of Black history you should know
From Gwendolyn Brooks to Bessie Coleman, here's a look at 10 Black women who made major strides throughout U.S. history.
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WATCH LIVE - The funeral of Tyre Nichols
Scripps News streams the funeral of Tyre Nichols live from Memphis, Tennessee.
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4 key suspects in Haiti presidential slaying in US custody
Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was shot 12 times at his private home near the capital of Port-au-Prince on July, 7 2021.
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A real zoodunit: Monkeys found but mystery deepens in Dallas
Dallas police said they safely located two emperor tamarin monkeys that had been missing after their enclosure was cut open.
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Tom Brady announces he's retiring … again
"I'm retiring. For good," the 45-year-old quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl champion said in a video posted on social media.
| Justin Boggs and Scripps News Staff
VP Kamala Harris to attend Tyre Nichols' funeral
Nichols will be laid to rest three weeks after he died following a beating by Memphis police.
| Maura Sirianni and Scripps News Staff
Winter storm causes 3rd day of dangerous, icy conditions
The storm began Monday as part of an expected "several rounds" of wintry precipitation through Wednesday in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Tennessee.
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Meet Hal, a robot helping future nurses treat patients in real time
Nursing students are using artificial intelligence and robots to train for real-life patients' symptoms and concerns.
Seven officers disciplined in Tyre Nichols' death
Inaction may not warrant criminal charges in all circumstances, but the Memphis Police manual calls for a 'duty to intervene' by officers.
Why are retail thefts on the rise?
It’s organized retail crime — where the thefts are planned, and part of organized rings.
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Nichols family to address public for first time since video release
Attorney Ben Crump said the news conference will include other community members who were “victims” of alleged brutality from Memphis Police.
Child welfare algorithm faces Justice Department scrutiny
The Allegheny Family Screening Tool is designed to assess a family’s risk level when they are reported for child welfare concerns.
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Chicago prosecutor dropping R. Kelly sex abuse charges
Kelly is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for a separate case in New York and won't be eligible for release until he is around 80.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Wintry weather scrubs more than 1,000 flights in US
More cancellations are expected in coming days as Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas deal with freezing temperatures and wintry precipitation.
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First Native American woman in space talks to reservation's students
Students on the Flathead Indian Reservation asked Nicole Mann questions as she was aboard the International Space Station.
