Illinois city was the first to pay Black residents 25K in reparations, but how will it find more funding?
Evanston, Illinois has begun distributing $25,000 in reparations to Black residents but faces challenges in securing ongoing funding to sustain the program.
Albanese should demand reparations from Israel, say families of Australian soldiers whose graves were bulldozed
Families of Australian soldiers whose graves were damaged by the Israeli Defence Force in Gaza are demanding reparations and accountability from the Albanese government.
VIDEOS: Acre Journal 2nd Edition this Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The article discusses the assassination of a councilwoman and the subsequent financial penalties imposed on individuals identified as Chiquinho and Domingos for damages to the victim's family.
VIDEOS: NE2 on Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil sentenced brothers Brazão to 76 years in prison for the murder of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes, alongside a R$ 7 million fine for reparations.
VIDEOS: EPTV 2 South of Minas on Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court sentenced brothers Brazão to 76 years in prison for the murder of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes and mandated them to pay R$ 7 million in reparations to the victims' families.
VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition this Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Supreme Federal Court in Brazil sentenced brothers Brazão to 76 years in prison for the murder of Marielle and Anderson, along with additional reparations to the victims' families.
The Malvinas Case: Committee to Present Extension Resource to Clarify Compliance with Reparation Measures
The Permanent Committee for the Defense of Human Rights in Ecuador plans to monitor and push for compliance with the court's reparations ruling concerning the Malvinas case involving the forced disappearance of four children.
The manipulation and interference of justice sentenced in four corruption cases amount to $5.3 million in fines and economic reparations
Ecuadorian courts imposed economic reparations and fines totaling $5.3 million in four corruption cases involving manipulation and interference by economic and political powers.
Illinois city's reparations plan is misguided, divisive and likely unconstitutional
Evanston, Illinois, has initiated a reparations plan for Black residents but faces criticism for being ineffective and potentially unconstitutional.
Minnesota Democrats should pay ‘reparations’ – Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance argues that Minnesota Democrats should repay taxpayers billions over alleged welfare fraud involving organizations run by Somali immigrants.
The African Slave Trade: When Will Europe Acknowledge 'The Most Serious Crime Against Humanity'?
Ghana seeks to elevate the recognition of the African slave trade as a crime against humanity during the upcoming UN General Assembly, amidst a global push for acknowledgment and support.
Antiques auction selling neck shackles accused of ‘profiting from slavery’
An antiques auction in Scotland selling neck shackles associated with the enslavement of African people has sparked controversy over the ethics of profiting from such historical items.
Haters Against Segre: Apologies and Compensation
The trial against social media haters targeting Liliana Segre has started, with some defendants offering apologies and financial reparations while others continue the legal process.
The EU will demand the withdrawal of Russian troops not only from Ukraine but also from Belarus, Georgia, Armenia, and Transnistria
The EU is set to demand the withdrawal of Russian military forces from several neighboring countries and outline conditions for Russia's compliance, including reparations and the demilitarization of occupied territories.
Poland preparing ‘reparations’ money grab suit against Russia – FT
Poland is preparing to sue Russia for reparations related to Soviet influence, similar to its earlier claims against Germany for World War II crimes.
Poland Plans Lawsuit Demanding Reparations from Russia for Soviet Rule
Poland is preparing to file a lawsuit seeking reparations from Russia for crimes committed during the Soviet era, following a similarly large claim against Germany.
Poland prepares a lawsuit demanding reparations from Russia for Soviet dominance
Poland is preparing to file a lawsuit seeking reparations from Russia for the period of Soviet domination.
Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud
Minnesota Democrats are pressing the federal government for reparations after a significant fraud incident involving taxpayer funds linked to social services programs.
Africa: At 39th General Assembly of AU - Pres Mahama Rallies AU to Press for Reparations Justice
President John Dramani Mahama has called for the African Union to actively pursue reparatory justice during the 39th General Assembly.
Africa demands that the UN recognize slavery as "the most serious crime against humanity"
The African Union has called on the UN to recognize transatlantic slavery as the most serious crime against humanity, a resolution backed by Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama.
Transatlantic Slave Trade: The Commonwealth Secretary-General Revives the Debate on Reparations
The Commonwealth Secretary-General supports reparations for member countries affected by the transatlantic slave trade and is confident about upcoming negotiations.
Yasmín Esquivel demands legal guarantees and comprehensive reparation for children orphaned by femicide
Yasmín Esquivel, a minister of the Mexican Supreme Court, is calling for stronger legal protections and comprehensive reparations for children left orphaned due to femicide.
San Francisco residents band together to shut down reparations fund, claiming it’s ‘dividing’ the city
Residents of San Francisco have filed a lawsuit against the city's reparations fund, arguing that it unfairly benefits Black individuals and exacerbates division within the community.
LGBT veteran denied compensation feels 'punished for a second time'
RAF veteran Chris Dennis, 80, expresses his frustration at being denied LGBT reparations due to being discharged from the military in 1966 for being gay.
The gruesome murder case comes to an end: the known Kaunas resident 'paid' with nearly minimal punishment
A Kaunas court sentenced D. Saunorius to eight years in prison for murder, along with financial reparations to the victim's family totaling €30,000.
German Ambassador to "Rzeczpospolita": We do not want to conduct policy against the USA, but together with the USA
The German ambassador emphasizes the importance of collaboration with the USA while reflecting on the complex reparations issue with Poland.
The government has been accused of secrecy in the Nav case by its own board
Norway's own complaint board is accusing the government of withholding critical information related to the Nav case, which could impact reparations for victims.
Watchdog group sues Illinois city's reparations program over giving money based on race
Judicial Watch has filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, aiming to halt the city's reparations program that distributes funds based on race.
28 years since the Acteal massacre, displaced people from Chenalhó seek reparation before the Court: "A return without justice"
Displaced Tsotsil indigenous people, victims of the 1997 Acteal massacre in Mexico, are seeking reparations from the state for their forced displacement.
Illinois city hands out $25K cash payments to 44 Black residents through reparations program
Evanston, Illinois, has started delivering $25,000 reparations payments to 44 Black residents as part of a historic program established to address injustices faced by Black individuals in the community.
Book on "Reparations" for Nazi Crimes: Reconciliation is an Obligation
The article discusses a new book addressing the perceptions of Nazi victims regarding Germany's reparations and the historical context of these payments.
How many political prisoners have been released in Venezuela?
Relatives of political prisoners in Venezuela demand the full release of the incarcerated, regardless of a proposed amnesty law by the government.
‘Hurry for justice’: Windrush victims dying without redress, commissioner says
The Windrush commissioner emphasizes the urgency for justice as victims of the scandal are dying without receiving reparations.
San Francisco sued over reparations fund alleging unlawful use of taxpayer money
San Francisco is facing a lawsuit challenging its reparations fund, claiming it unlawfully uses taxpayer money in violation of the Equal Protection Clause.
Where the Parents of Byron Donalds, Trump's Candidate for Florida, Are From: His True Origins and Migrant Background
Byron Donalds, a Republican representative from Florida, highlights his family's Caribbean and Central American roots in his political discourse.
Nigeria seeks £420 million from Britain for miners killed during colonial era
Nigeria is claiming £420 million from Britain as compensation for miners who were killed during the colonial period.
No clear champion of cash payment reparations among Democrats in California gubernatorial race
In the 2026 California gubernatorial race, none of the Democratic candidates have emerged as a notable advocate for reparations through direct cash payments.
Jacek Czaputowicz: The War Losses and Gains of Poland
Poland is calculating its WWII losses to demand reparations from Russia, according to Dr. Bartosz Gondek of the Institute of War Losses.
Maryland church to issue reparations grants to 'build up Black communities' due to ‘systemic racism'
The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland is launching a fifth round of reparations grants to help heal Black communities affected by systemic racism, with grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.
We will invoice Russia. Scientists calculate losses after the USSR's aggression
Researchers are assessing the damages Poland incurred due to Soviet actions, facing challenges in documentation and addressing the unresolved issue of reparations from Russia.
Genocide Remembrance in Namibia: The Eternal Wait for Insight from Germany
Germany continues to deny reparations for the genocide committed against Namibia's Herero and Nama during the colonial period, leading to increasing impatience among activists and descendants.
Democratic governor faces pushback from lynching research commission over reparations stance
Members of the Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission are urging Governor Wes Moore to support the creation of a reparations commission, emphasizing the urgency of their legislative efforts.
The Gambia Reparations Commission begins payments to victims of Jammeh-era abuses
The Gambia Reparations Commission has commenced reparations to victims of human rights abuses from Yahya Jammeh's regime, marking a significant step towards justice and dignity for the affected individuals.
The victims of pedophilia celebrate that the State manages the reparations: "With the Church it has been a disaster"
Victims of clerical abuse are pleased that the state will handle reparations, expressing trust in the ombudsman's mediation while requesting clarity on compensation criteria.
The Church and the Government agree on economic compensation for victims of pedophilia
The Church and the Government have reached an agreement on financial reparations for victims of pedophilia, a decision that comes seven years after an investigative report on the issue was initiated.
Maryland recommends $100K payments to descendants of lynching victims after study
Maryland is proposing $100,000 payments to descendants of lynching victims following a comprehensive study by the Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
University of Illinois hosted state-funded committee meeting where professors advocated for reparations
At a state-supported committee meeting hosted by the University of Illinois, professors called for reparations, highlighting the exploitation faced by Black workers in Illinois.
The bill is due: Africa demands colonial justice now
The African Union's Algiers Declaration signifies a shift from mere expressions of regret from Western nations to a formal demand for colonial reparations by Africa.