Watch KARG Argus Radio’s live coverage of the “I Am Mike Brown” protest currently happening in the streets of Ferguson, MO.
Watch KARG Argus Radio’s live coverage of the “I Am Mike Brown” protest currently happening in the streets of Ferguson, MO.
St. Louis’ very own, Nelly, gathered a host of A-list stars to help with a “Hands Up” demonstration in L.A. to pay homage to the suburb of his home town; Ferguson. As you (should) know, the Department of Justice is looking into the death of 18-year-old Mike Brown as a possible violation of Civil Rights. Simply put, Nelly’s looking to make sure that many — if not all — are at least aware. “This is bigger than me and you.” Thanks to REVOLT, you can check it out after the jump.
With peaceful protesting starting to take place nationwide after the killing of college bound teenager Mike Brown, J Cole decides to lets his opinion be heard via music on “Be Free”. Check out song and message from Cole after the jump.
This is absolutely disturbing. Days after Michael Brown, 18 was shot and killed by a Ferguson, Mo police officer, residents continue to riot and protest. Men, women and children are on the scene with their hands in the air chanting, “don’t shoot!” Monday evening, armed with face masks, police threw tear gas into the crowd of shouters along with the propelling of rubber bullets into what was called a, “war zone.” Officials in the area say that there have been about 15 arrests during this time period, but none were seriously injured. As things slowly begin to simmer down, the FBI announces that they will be investigating potential civil-rights violations of shooting. United States attorney general Eric Holder said that a thorough investigation is “critical for preserving trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.” Surely, that ship has sailed. The police have yet to release the name of the officer involved in the shooting, but said they will do so Tuesday afternoon. Be on the lookout. Until then, hit the jump for Monday night’s scene.
Today in NYC, Rev. Al Sharpton and Mayor de Blasio with family joined a crowd of about 100 people who marched from Harlem to Midtown towards the Nigerian consulate in protest in order to urge officials to bring back the 200 plus girls who were kidnapped and sold into marriage late last month in Nigeria. Check below the jump for more info.