H&M Apologizes For Using Black Child To Sell 'Coolest Monkey' Sweatshirt
H&M was forced to apologize Monday for using a black child to model a sweatshirt with a "coolest monkey in the jungle" slogan.
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H&M was forced to apologize Monday for using a black child to model a sweatshirt with a "coolest monkey in the jungle" slogan.
The California NAACP is pushing to get rid of the national anthem, which they're calling racist and anti-black.
A Pennsylvania state senator seeking next year's Republican nomination for governor says he doesn't plan to apologize for calling billionaire Democratic donor George Soros "a Hungarian Jew" with "a hatred for America."
Authorities have identified four students who they say hung a black teddy bear from a noose at a North Carolina high school.
A teenager accused of producing a racist video of a black classmate eating chicken and posting it online could face criminal charges, a prosecutor said Wednesday.
A young black man is appealing a federal verdict that said that three white Pittsburgh police officers wrongly arrested him in 2010 but did not use excessive force, and also wants authorities to reopen their investigation, citing alleged racial bias by police.
A private Pennsylvania college says it has expelled three students over a school radio broadcast in which they made racist comments and used a slur.
Fifty years ago, thousands of marchers were about to enter Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital, in a march from Selma in a movement to secure voting rights that would change history.
Thomas Gaither, now a retired Slippery Rock University professor, was once a member of the so-called "Friendship Nine."
In his first television comments since the local Fraternal Order of Police criticized his holding a protester's sign, Pittsburgh Police Chief Cameron McLay took the blame for a misunderstanding.
It's happened few times over the past several months.
Jim Loewen, author of the book "Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism" weighed in on the situation in Ferguson, Mo.
On the Chris Moore Show this past Sunday, there was a roundtable discussion about the controversy surrounding the NBA and Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling.
Pittsburgh native Charles Cooper was one of the first African Americans to break the NBA color barrier when he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1950, after he graduated from Duquesne University.
The NBA has banned Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling for life.
A former personal trainer at a local gym is filing a lawsuit.
They were fighting two wars at once - World War II and the war against bigotry.
The Rivers Casino has responded to charges it's engaged in racist practices with African Americans, delivering a four-page letter to Allegheny County Councilwoman Amanda Green Hawkins.
More complaints of racism against the Rivers Casino, and now a County Councilwoman wants an explanation.
The Drum Bar inside the Rivers Casino was shut down abruptly on Friday night, July 21, and Kenneth Wright, who has used this bar before, thinks he knows why.
A man from Texas will spend the rest of his life in prison, convicted of killing a Gateway High School football player.
Since the freeing of the slaves, race and politics have always been talked about. Many believe voters place their ballot according to the candidate's race. Is it fair for America to claim only those of race voted for Obama?
Unfortunately, political poll after political poll reveals that the presidential election of 2012 has much to do – in fact, more to do – with the race of the presidential candidate than most anything else.
Romney supporters, including his son Tagg, have moved away from dog whistle politics and are now engaging in outright disrespectful and racist campaigning.
While it is reported that 94% or more of African-Americans support President Barack Obama over Mitt Romney in the upcoming national presidential election, the rarely-spoken question is: Are many African-Americans only voting for Obama because he's black?
Joe Burrow passed for 277 yards and a touchdown, and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 19-17 win over the floundering Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Allegheny County Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting in Wilkinsburg.
Wintry weather impacted people across Western Pennsylvania on Friday, and now the region could get even more on Monday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead was involved in a car crash on his way to the team's facility on Saturday.
Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance Abdul Carter will be back for the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Joe Burrow passed for 277 yards and a touchdown, and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 19-17 win over the floundering Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Allegheny County Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting in Wilkinsburg.
Wintry weather impacted people across Western Pennsylvania on Friday, and now the region could get even more on Monday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead was involved in a car crash on his way to the team's facility on Saturday.
Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance Abdul Carter will be back for the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has vetoed part of a bill cast by state lawmakers as protecting the medical free speech of doctors and other health professionals.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
United Steelworkers leadership praised Biden's decision while others fear it may end steelmaking in Western Pennsylvania.
An immigration lawyer in Delaware County is reminding clients of their rights before President-elect Donald Trump's Jan. 20 inauguration.
A grocery store in Carnegie was ordered to shut down after an inspector reported finding roaches that numbered "too many to count."
Shoppers in Pittsburgh were preparing for the holiday gift return rush on Thursday morning.
Since 9 a.m. on Christmas Eve morning, the Walmart in Hempfield Township was bustling with people coming in at the 11th hour for a few odds and ends and to round out their Christmas shopping.
There was "snow" stopping people from getting their last-minute presents on Friday.
Workers at Amazon facilities in major U.S. cities went on strike Thursday morning.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Katie joined Rania in the kitchen this morning to make a delicious chorizo sandwich!
Get ready to meet a true 412 fan, and an incredible artist. Alex Nicholson joined us to showcase his works of art, which he created with just colored pencils.
A beloved local spot is transforming into a European Winter Wonderland. Daisy got the scoop on this must-see pop-up experience.
Shari Zatman stuck around this morning to show us how to make some cinematic-themed décor for a Golden Globes watch party.
An attempt to cut down on energy bills turned into a financial nightmare for a Beaver Falls man.
A Pittsburgh woman says she's dealing with a rodent infestation because of a neighboring house that's condemned.
Making housing more affordable is the cornerstone of the Gainey administration, but critics say his efforts have fallen short.
High-speed police chases can lead to the arrest of suspected criminals. But do the chases pose a risk to the public?
The University of Pittsburgh says it is jumping into the NIL sphere with both feet.
An expert with Allegheny Health Network shines a light on the drinking dangers many people are unaware of.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
While West Virginia's employee health insurance program covers drugs like Ozempic for people with type 2 diabetes, officials decided to indefinitely pause covering their use for weight loss patients because of the cost.
The American Lung Association in Pennsylvania strongly urges all residents to test their homes for radon after recent findings.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Joe Burrow passed for 277 yards and a touchdown, and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 19-17 win over the floundering Pittsburgh Steelers.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead was involved in a car crash on his way to the team's facility on Saturday.
Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance Abdul Carter will be back for the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Sam Reinhart and Anton Lundell scored in the shootout, and the Florida Panthers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Friday night.
The new scholarship honors the Buffalo Bills' training staff who Hamlin credits with saving his life.
A grocery store in Carnegie was ordered to shut down after an inspector reported finding roaches that numbered "too many to count."
With the decision by President Biden to block the sale, Pittsburgh-area elected officials made their thoughts known.
Nippon Steel is making a new proposal to the Biden administration as it continues its bid to buy U.S. Steel.
Dozens of shoppers lined up outside for the one place they count on for their Christmas Eve feast.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
A Pittsburgh-area screenwriter makes his indie film debut next week.
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
The Steelers and Bengals closed out their regular seasons at a frigid Acrisure Stadium on Saturday night. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer caught up with a few fans to see how they stayed warm.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
Wintry weather impacted people across Western Pennsylvania on Friday, and now the region could get even more on Monday.
The cold did not stop Steelers fans from tailgating on Saturday.
Calvin Crew, the man accused of kidnapping and killing an Uber driver in 2022 will not be facing the death penalty, the prosecution announced.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
Pittsburgh has won 21 straight regular season home games against Cleveland.
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
A Pennsylvania woman might have fallen into a sinkhole while searching for her missing cat, police said.
