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So we took a deep dive into this Naziyah Harris case out of Detroit, and it is breaking our hearts... 💔 Na'Ziyah Harris, a 13-year-old from Detroit, went missing on January 9, 2024, after she was last seen getting off a school bus. Her disappearance and subsequent murder investigation led to the arrest and charging of Jarvis Butts, a 41-year-old man from Highland Park, with first-degree premeditated murder, second-degree criminal sexual conduct, and child sexually abusive material. Na'Ziyah was reported missing the day after she was last seen. Her social media accounts went quiet, and she did not return home from school. Butts was charged with multiple counts related to Na'Ziyah's case, including murder and sexual assault. He was also accused of sexual offenses involving two other girls, one now 20 and another now 13, from separate incidents dating back to 2012 and 2015 respectively. It was alleged that Butts had groomed Na'Ziyah since 2022, leading to her pregnancy, which he tried to cover up by looking into abortions and even searching for methods like drinking red anti-freeze. Text messages revealed Butts and Na'Ziyah had communicated on the day she disappeared, planning a meet-up. Butts was seen with her after school, and they visited Ypsilanti before returning to Detroit. Police found clothing believed to be Na'Ziyah's near the Rouge River, where Butts was located the day after her disappearance, with signs suggesting a struggle. Digital forensics, including phone records, showed Butts' movements and searches related to abortions around the time Na'Ziyah went missing. Butts was bound over for trial after a preliminary examination where numerous witnesses, including family members and digital forensics experts, testified. The judge described Butts as a "monster" for his actions, believing he killed Na'Ziyah to cover up the pregnancy. Na'Ziyah's family has been actively involved, expressing frustration over the initial handling by school officials and hoping for justice. They've also highlighted systemic failures, particularly with Child Protective Services and school oversight, which might have prevented the tragedy if addressed earlier. As of the latest updates, Na'Ziyah's body has not been found, but the case proceeded to trial based on the overwhelming evidence of her murder by Butts. "As a community, we should look at this case as a prime example of how much work we have to do when it comes to protecting our children and especially Black girls." --Judge Aliyah Sabree
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Imagine trying to discipline your child and they hit you with this…
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On Friday night, July 25, a fight broke out in Cincinnati after witnesses reported that a White man was instigating a confrontation with several Black men. This altercation escalated over 30 minutes, and the situation intensified when a White male slapped a Black man, which sparked the viral brawl. The aftermath, which included a White woman sprawled out on the street, quickly circulated online, with some framing the incident as an example of Black men being portrayed negatively. We believe it is essential to gather all the information and video available to provide context for the situation. Check out these clips and form your own opinion.
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"America has always known who you are. America has understood what you're capable of, and they will make you think you ain't nothing and exploit your gifts. They'll tell you you're lazy and make you a slave. They will tell you you're dirty and have you clean their house. Will tell you you're uncivilized, and we raised their children!!!" --Marc Lamont Hill
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Craig Hodges, a former player for the Chicago Bulls and a two-time NBA champion, faced significant backlash after visiting the White House in 1992. During this visit, he wore a traditional African garment called a dashiki and handed a letter to President George H.W. Bush, urging him to take action for racial justice and help impoverished communities. Hodges was a strong advocate for social issues, pushing other NBA stars, including Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson, to speak out against police violence following the 1992 beating of Rodney King. Unfortunately, this activism led to his being shunned within the league, and reports suggest that Magic Johnson even communicated with the NBA about Hodges’ actions, which contributed to a decline in Hodges' career. 📼: All the Smoke #communtiy #history
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My stomach is hurting from laughing😂😭 🗣”Ya oragamiiiiiiii”
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You may not like what he got to say…But did he lie tho?!? 😂😭
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