It’s been a little over two years since the fatal death of teen, Trayvon Martin. Many of us, although didn’t know Martin’s family personally, experienced his loss all the same. Martin’s mother, Sybrina Fulton became the face of mothers who had lost a young black son in one of the worst ways. Even with the difficult process of losing a child on her shoulders, Fulton continues to show her support in other ways. Today, the death of Michael Brown has united individuals from all around the world to speak out about the brutality young black men endure from local police departments. Along with the rest of us, Sybrina Fulton feels the pain that Ferguson, Mo and Brown’s family feels. She pens a lengthy letter to the Browns, “providing support to families that have lost a young child to senseless gun violence regardless of race, ethnicity or gender.” Have a read down below.
(Video) Nelly Organizes A Celebrity “Hands Up” Protest With Chris Brown, Trey Songz & More in L.A.!!!
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.
(Photos) Protests FOR Mike Brown’s Shooter, Officer’s Pics Released & More
The destruction in Ferguson, MO continues. Over the weekend, it was announced that the city would enforce a curfew for its residents. As these ordinances and other things come into effect, supporters of Mike Brown make statements, rally and voice their opinions on the matter, but it wouldn’t be called controversy without rebuttal opinions. The shooter aka Darren Wilson had a support team of 100+ people protesting in St. Louis outside of the KSDK NewsChannel 5 studios and they want to be heard. Find out more down bottom.
(Photo) J. Cole Visits Ferguson, Missouri
The Dreamville repper has not only taken it upon himself to release a song in light of the tragic death of Mike Brown titled ‘Free’, but has gone above and beyond to show that he is there for the people of Ferguson, Missouri. J. Cole has visited the small city filled with protestors, fighting for the justice of the teenager gunned down by an officer, showing his support with the Ferguson residents.
NBA: Stephen Jackson Says Ferguson Cop Dreamed of Killing A Black Man
As details begin to trickle out about what happened that fateful day Michael Brown was killed, one thing that’s sure is that the officer’s story isn’t quite adding up. The police chief has changed the account several times (on LIVE television) and it doesn’t make sense. The eyewitness accounts however point out some shady dealings and Stephen Jackson believes the deadly shooting was the heinous action of a cop who harbored racist feelings and waited for the opportunity to kill a Black man.
(Photos) Looting Continues In Ferguson Over Death Of Michael Brown!
After the death of Michael Brown, looting resumes in Ferguson, Mo. while riot police wore gas masks. Some people even joined together to block the looters. Check out the photos of the looters in the gallery and read more on the story after the jump!
