Nooses showing up more in hate incidents around country

WASHINGTON (AP) — Nooses have appeared recently around the nation’s capital — including the Smithsonian’s new African-American history museum — in a rash of incidents that experts say shows the growing use of hate symbols in the U.S. to try to intimidate minorities. “We’ve seen a spike in the use of symbols of hate lately, … Continue reading →

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Officials investigate claim of noose around student’s neck

WIGGINS, Miss. (AP) — A south Mississippi high school student has been disciplined following allegations that one or more white students put a noose around the neck of a black football player, a lawyer for the school district said Tuesday. Administrators determined that Stone High School’s conduct code was violated in the Oct. 13 incident, … Continue reading →

Questions linger after Duke student admits hanging noose

  DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — The swift discovery of the person who hung a noose at Duke University leaves questions ranging from the student’s identity to what punishment the person will face. The university has begun disciplinary proceedings that could result in suspension or expulsion, while federal and state law enforcement officials are investigating whether … Continue reading →