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Buckshot of Black Moon Speaks Out After Violent Assault in Brooklyn, Calls for Unity and Safety in New York

Brooklyn, NY — Buckshot, a prominent figure in the hip-hop community known for his work with the group Black Moon, has publicly addressed a recent, severe assault that left him bloodied and bruised. The incident, captured on video and widely shared across social media platforms, occurred last Monday in the residential neighborhood of Flatbush. The 49-year-old artist, visibly injured in the circulating video, was soon after admitted to a local hospital due to the extent …

Deadly Gas Explosion in Turkey’s Black Sea Region Claims a Life, Injures 17

Ankara, Turkey — A tragic explosion triggered by natural gas in a residential area of Turkey’s Black Sea region resulted in one fatality and 17 injuries on Sunday. The blast, which caused extensive damage to a five-story building located on Osmancik road in Corum province, also affected neighboring structures. Authorities promptly responded, deploying emergency crews including firefighters, medical personnel, and police to the site to aid in rescue operations. Efforts to secure the area saw …

Explosion at Goex Facility Disrupts Black Powder Production, Raises Safety Concerns

Minden, LA — An explosion rocked a black powder manufacturing facility in Minden, Louisiana, causing concern among local residents and prompting an immediate response from emergency services. The plant, owned by Goex Powder Inc., is known for producing black powder for ammunition, fireworks, and historical reenactments. The incident occurred early Thursday morning, and although details were initially scarce, officials confirmed that the explosion was contained and that no fatalities were reported. However, one employee sustained …

Justice Served: U.S. Navy Clears Names of 256 Black Sailors Wrongfully Blamed for 1944 Explosion

Washington, D.C. — In a long-overdue act of justice, the U.S. Navy has posthumously exonerated 256 African American sailors who were unjustly blamed and subsequently punished following a catastrophic explosion at Port Chicago in 1944. The explosion, one of the deadliest on the American home front during World War II, led to significant racial tensions and highlighted issues of segregation and discrimination within the military. On July 17, 1944, at the Port Chicago Naval Magazine …

Former Florida Deputy Incarcerated Following Fatal Shooting of Black U.S. Airman, Court Documents Reveal

Pensacola, Fla. – Former deputy Tyler Wiggins was incarcerated following his indictment in the fatal shooting of Airman Detric Eccleston, according to court documents. The incident, which has stirred significant public interest and discourse on law enforcement conduct, dates back to an altercation on January 25, when Wiggins was still an active officer. Eccleston, who was stationed at Naval Air Station Pensacola, encountered Wiggins under contentious circumstances that have only partially been illuminated by surveillance …

Milwaukee Hotel Employees Arrested, Face Murder Charges in Death of Black Guest

Milwaukee, WI — The final suspect implicated in the murder of a Black man at a Milwaukee hotel has been apprehended, securing custody of all four hotel workers now charged in the case. This incident has amplified concerns over safety and racial tensions in the area. The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that charges had been filed against the four individuals, following an investigation that painted a harrowing picture of the events leading to …

Homicide Ruling in Death of Black Man Restrained by Hotel Security Guards

Atlanta, GA – The death of a Black man who was being restrained by hotel security guards in Atlanta has been officially ruled a homicide by local authorities. The incident, which occurred earlier this year, has reignited discussions around security protocols and racial profiling in business establishments. According to the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office, the man, whose identity has not been disclosed, died from asphyxiation while being held down by security personnel. The report …

Justice at Last: U.S. Navy Exonerates Black Sailors on 80th Anniversary of Port Chicago Tragedy

Port Chicago, California — An emotional remembrance marked the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Port Chicago explosion on Saturday, a tragic event that claimed the lives of over 300 sailors and civilians, most of whom were Black. The memorial was deeply significant this year following the recent exoneration of 256 Black sailors unjustly punished in the aftermath of the catastrophe. The explosion, one of World War II’s most tragic domestic military accidents, occurred on July …

U.S. Navy Clears Names of Black WWII Sailors Wrongly Convicted in 1944 Port Chicago Blast

Washington, D.C. – Nearly eight decades after an egregious injustice, the U.S. Navy has officially cleared the names of 40 Black sailors who were wrongfully convicted in the aftermath of the 1944 Port Chicago disaster. This historic event not only marked one of the deadliest munitions explosions during Worldwell War II but also a significant legal and civil rights battle over racial discrimination within the U.S. military. On July 17, 1944, a devastating explosion at …

Illinois Deputy Dismissed and Faces Murder Charges After Fatal Incident Involving Black Woman in Her Home

Waukegan, Illinois — A former sheriff’s deputy in Lake County, Illinois, has been terminated and charged with murder following the shooting death of a Black woman in her own home. The incident, which occurred last week, has escalated tensions and drawn scrutiny over the use of lethal force by law enforcement. The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office confirmed that the deputy, who had been with the force for five years, is facing first-degree murder charges. …