African American woman, 22, allegedly shackled while in labor, leading representative to decry ‘dehumanizing and pointless practice’
A 22-year-old African American woman has filed a civil rights lawsuit in New York, claiming she was shackled to a hospital gurney during labor, after being arrested on a minor assault charge that was later dismissed.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Coronavirus: New York City mayor declares state of emergencyNew York City's mayor Bill de Blasio has declared a state of emergency to fight the spread of the coronavirus outbreak - as he criticised Donald Trump's response
Read more »
Coronavirus: New York Attorney General demands Alex Jones stops selling untested coronavirus treatmentsThe 46-year-old was in the news earlier in the week when he was arrested for a DWI
Read more »
'These are not normal times': a journey through New York City amid the pandemicThe city isn’t a ghost town – yet – but small businesses are hurting for customers as polite pedestrians avoid physical contact
Read more »
Disney delays release of Mulan, The New Mutants and Antlers as Black Widow speculation growsThe long-anticipated postponement of the live-action remake leads the list of titles pushed back by the studio
Read more »
New US law forces women to see baby on ultrasound before they can have abortionThe controversial measure passed in Utah despite a walkout by female senators, with critics accusing politicans of 'overstepping'. Under new laws, women will be shown ultrasounds and made to listen to the unborn child's heartbeat
Read more »
Chris Hughes has a cameo in Little Mix's new music video, 'Wasabi'Little Mix have released their video for 'Wasabi', and Jesy Nelson's boyfriend Chris Hughes makes a surprise cameo.
Read more »