July 28, 2022 | 9:34 AM
Black family sues Sesame Place, alleging discrimination
A Baltimore family is suing a Sesame Street-themed amusement park for $25 million in federal court over claims of racial discrimination.
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July 12, 2022 | 4:44 PM
What is hair discrimination and would the CROWN Act eliminate it?
It would also protect people against bias based on hair texture and protective styles like cornrows, braids, twists, bantu knots, locs, afros, and more.
Updated: 2022-06-22 18:40:56
Ken Burns Presents “Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness”
“Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness” provides a window into the daily life with mental health challenges – from seemingly insurmountable obstacles to stories of hope and resilience. The film confronts the issue of stigma, discrimination, awareness, and silence and helps shift the public perception of mental health issues today.
January 21, 2022 | 3:15 PM
LGBTQ advocates and allies fight efforts to repeal discrimination ordinance in Chambersburg
Borough Council meets Monday night
September 1, 2021 | 4:08 PM
Federal lawsuit accuses Chester Twp., police of civil rights violations in arrests of Black residents for loitering
The lawsuit alleges Chester Township, the Chester Township Police Department and individual police officers violated residents’ constitutional rights by arresting them for loitering outside their own homes.
June 16, 2021 | 5:15 AM
Wolf, Pa. Democrats again push for passage of LGBTQ discrimination protections
Similar legislation has failed to move out of Republican-controlled committees, and it’s unclear if this year will be any different.
May 19, 2021 | 5:41 AM
Pennsylvania voters back bid to ban race discrimination in constitution
Constitutional law professors say it will have little practical effect because courts already consider such discrimination to violate both the state and federal constitutions.
May 12, 2021 | 1:40 PM
Chambersburg committee considering new anti-discrimination ordinance, local human relations commission
The group plans to make its recommendation in late July or early August, after hearing from outside experts and community members.
