In February 2012, Sanford, Fla. resident George Zimmerman, 28, shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, who was unarmed. Zimmerman claimed he felt threatened and that the shooting was in self-defense, and he was not charged because of Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law. Follow WBLK's coverage of the shooting, the nation's response and Zimmerman's murder trial below.
Sinead O’Connor Asks: “Blacks, Why Are You Killing Each Other”
Irish Singer Sinead O'Connor takes a strong stance against the injustice in the Trayvon Martin case and reminds us that we are ALL decedents of ONE African Woman. Her 5 page open letter to America is a must read for Blacks and Whites alike. Details inside.
Chaka’s Releases Trayvon Martin Tribute Song [VIDEO]
The Holllywood Reporter released a story today about the new Chaka Khan Tribute Song for Trayvon Martin called, "Super Life" (Fear Kills / Love Heals).
Chaka reportedly gathered together numerous stars to perform the song and video (shown below)
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The New Black Panther Party Issues Reward for George Zimmerman
The New Black Panther Party has had enough! They are putting a bounty out for George Zimmerman, killer of 17 year old Trayvon Martin. The New Black Panther Party issued a press conference to address the controversy concerning the murdered teen
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TJMS Fantastic Voyage Hosts “Hoodie” Tribute To Trayvon Martin [VIDEO]
The Tom Joyner Morning Show has always been known as and to be a party with a purpose and just when the “Fantastic Voyage 2012” set sail for its voyage on the sea, there was a “Hoodie” tribute to slain teen Trayvon Martin.
In Depth Trayvon News [VIDEO]
The following YouTube videos provide an extensive account of the Trayvon Martin tragedy:
Diddy, The-Dream, Frank Ocean, Nelly + Others Wear Hoodies in Support of Trayvon Martin
The Trayvon Martin case continues to be a polarizing social issue and has caught the attention of celebrities, President Obama and now, artists in the music community. Diddy, Frank Ocean, The-Dream, Nelly and others have posted photos on their Twitter accounts wearing hoodies in remembrance of Trayvon Martin.
Obama: If I Had A Son, he’d Look Like Trayvon [VIDEO]
President Barack Obama said Friday that "every aspect" of the death of Trayvon Martin, the black teenager shot in Florida last month, must be investigated.
"My main message is to the parents of Trayvon Martin: If I had a son, he'd look like Trayvon," Obama said...
City of Sanford calls for Police Chief’s Resignation
The Sanford Police Chief Bill Lee, who's been heading the Trayvon Martin investigation, has gotten a vote of "NO CONFIDENCE" by City Commissioners in Sanford, Florida yesterday. The Mayor and City Officials are asking for The Police Chief's resignation!!!
What Would You Tell Trayvon?
Getty ImagesAs 17 year old Trayvon Martin is heard on recently released 911 tapes pleaded for help, his life was senselessly snuffed away by a pursuant suspected Racist.
Million Hoodie March In NYC [VIDEO]
Demonstrators chant "we want arrests" during Wednesday night's Million Hoodie march in Manhattan's Union Square.
Organizer of the March, Daniel Maree says the march was is in protest to "the absurdity of Trayvon murder."
New Trayvon Martin 911 Call [VIDEO]
New Developments Re: Zimmerman 911 Calls:
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Trayvon Martin Prediction.
This is just speculation...and probably an unfortunate one such that "JUSTICE" will not be served... I was contemplating how the whole Trayvon Martin situation will eventually pan out.