The Public Welfare Foundation has launched the Future Formers campaign, a yearlong initiative aimed at reshaping the U.S. criminal justice landscape, highlighting visionary leaders who challenge over-policing and mass incarceration and advocate for restorative and transformative solutions.

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President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have announced new measures to combat gun violence in America, including an executive order directing federal agencies to address the rising threats posed by machine gun conversion devices and 3D-printed firearms, and improving the effectiveness of school-based active shooter drills.

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal charges related to bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy and soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals, becoming the first sitting mayor in the city's history to face such charges.

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Cat Glover, a legendary dancer and collaborator with Prince, has died at 60, having contributed her energy and talent to unforgettable albums like "Sign o' the Times" and "Lovesexy".

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A new study from Princeton University and Liberation Ventures reveals that 36% of Americans support comprehensive reparations, while 19% are neutral and 46% are opposed, with support particularly strong among younger Americans and Democrats.

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T.I. and Tameka "Tiny" Harris have won a $71 million judgment against toy company MGA Entertainment, who they accused of copying the image and style of their music group OMG Girlz for their L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls.

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Black Democratic operatives and minority-owned firms are raising concerns over the spending practices of Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, accusing it of favoring white-owned vendors while sidelining Black-owned firms, which could harm Harris' standing with voters of color.

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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers Dr. Sophia George and Dr. Matthew Schlumbrecht are leading an ambitious study to address the underrepresentation of Black women in clinical trials for the drug niraparib, with the goal of understanding how women of African ancestry metabolize drugs and expanding access to life-saving treatment.

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Janet Jackson has faced backlash for repeating false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris' racial identity, sparking outrage on social media and prompting criticism from public figures.

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Michael Jackson's estate has generated $3 billion for beneficiaries, but has faced attempts from longtime friends and former associates demanding $213 million and threatening to release false, damaging information about Jackson if their demands are not met.

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