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At the NABJ convention, Nolan Wells’ parents and civil rights leaders pressed for a federal, independent review of the 18-year-old’s July death after a boating trip in Ocean Springs, Mississippi; authorities say no foul play is suspected and the official autopsy has not yet been released, while a family-commissioned autopsy is inconclusive, fueling calls for transparency amid race-related scrutiny.
After the Jaguars’ home wild-card loss to the Bills, Jacksonville Free Press reporter Lynn Jones used her mic to offer encouragement to head coach Liam Coen, triggering a debate about appropriate conduct in postgame press conferences. The NABJ pressed back, defending the Black press and journalistic rigor, while Jones said the moment was a spontaneous, compassionate gesture for the city and team, not a breach of standards. The episode highlights tensions over emotion, access, and representation in sports reporting.
St. Louis TV station KMOV faced backlash after anchor Cory Stark used the term "colored homeowners" on air, prompting an apology from the station and Stark. The National Association of Black Journalists criticized the use of the "outdated, offensive, and racist" term and called for employee retraining and better recruitment and retention of black staffers at KMOV. While some, including the St. Louis County NAACP President, believe there was no offensive intent, the incident highlights ongoing concerns about equal treatment and fair coverage in the media.