discrimination

4:50pm Apr 26, 2021

Politics & Government Politics & Government

City Says Lawsuit By Black Winston-Salem Firefighters Should Be Dismissed

by Paul Garber

The City of Winston-Salem and Fire Chief William “Trey” Mayo have responded to a federal discrimination lawsuit filed by a group of current and former firefighters, saying the cas
9:53pm Mar 22, 2021

Politics & Government Politics & Government

Winston-Salem Passes Non-Discrimination Ordinance Updates

by Paul Garber

The Winston-Salem City Council has passed a fast-tracked update to its non-discrimination ordinance, but it’s unclear how the policy will extend beyond the city government.
Adria Malcolm for NPR

3:48pm Mar 06, 2021

National National

'It Really Is A Gag Order': California May Limit Nondisclosure Agreements

by Rachael Myrow

Former Pinterest employee Ifeoma Ozoma risked a lawsuit when she made public her allegations of workplace discrimination and harassment. She hopes California will ban contracts like the one she had.

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7:01pm Feb 16, 2021

Courts Courts

Firefighters File Civil Rights Lawsuit Against City of Winston-Salem

by Paul Garber

A group of Winston-Salem firefighters has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the city.
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2:45am Feb 03, 2021

National National Politics & Government

New York Repeals 'Walking While Trans' Law

by Jaclyn Diaz

The anti-loitering law, passed in 1976, resulted in decades of discrimination by law enforcement against women of color and people who are transgender, critics say.
Damian Dovarganes / AP

7:45am Jun 25, 2020

National National

Journalists File Bias Complaint Against LA Times, As Editor Promises Change

by David Folkenflik

On Wednesday LA Times Executive Editor Norman Pearlstine pledged greater diversity and sensitivity. Yet in court, LA Times journalists allege longstanding bias against Blacks, Hispanics and women.
Jeff Roberson / AP

4:11pm Oct 30, 2019

National National

Missouri Cop Who Says He Was Told 'Tone Down Your Gayness' Wins Discrimination Case

by Rachel Treisman

Sgt. Keith Wildhaber sued the St. Louis County Police Department in 2017, alleging he was passed over for promotions because he is gay. A jury agreed and awarded him nearly $20 million on Friday.
4:39pm Oct 18, 2019

Education Education Human Interest Race

Online Resource Helps Families Of Color Talk To Kids About Racism

by Bethany Chafin

Local experts have created a new program that helps families of color talk to their children about racism and discrimination.
Cheryl Diaz Meyer for NPR

2:52pm Oct 12, 2019

World News World News Environment Health & Safety

PHOTOS: After The Storm, Haitians In The Bahamas Depend On The Kindness Of Strangers

One woman turned her home into an ad hoc shelter for Haitians displaced by the storm and facing discrimination.
Courtesy of Wanda Onafuwa

8:31pm Jul 31, 2019

National National Politics & Government

A New Trump Rule Could Weaken A Civil Rights Era Housing Discrimination Law

by Chris Arnold

The Trump administration is moving to weaken the Fair Housing Act, according to housing advocates. They say a proposed rule would make it harder to bring lawsuits alleging racial discrimination.

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Jacquelyn Martin / AP

6:02pm May 24, 2019

Politics & Government Politics & Government Health & Safety

Trump Administration Proposes Rule To Reverse Protections For Transgender Patients

A federal agency issued a proposed rule Friday that rolls back Obama-era protections for transgender patients. Advocates for transgender people say the rule leaves them vulnerable to discrimination.
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4:41pm Apr 04, 2019

National National

New Study: LGBT People A 'Fundamental Part of The Fabric Of Rural Communities'

by Leila Fadel

Up to 20 percent of LGBT Americans live in rural parts of the country. A new study says they shouldn't have to choose between being protected from discrimination and choosing where they call home.