A 23-year-old and an 18-year-old are facing charges, including second-degree murder, for a shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs celebration parade. Both are claiming they felt threatened, which could put Missouri’s “Stand Your Ground” law to the test.
Former Virginia Gov. L. Douglas Wilder, 95, delivered a passionate keynote at the Richmond Crusade for Voters' 70th anniversary, urging activists to persist in the fight for justice. Reflecting on his historic career, from removing a racist state song to securing Virginia's MLK holiday, Wilder emphasized unity, perseverance, and the enduring importance of civic engagement and voting rights.