What to expect in the George Floyd murder case as prosecutors ask for patience
After charges were filed against all four officers involved in the death of George Floyd Wednesday, a recent case against former Minneapolis Police Officer Mohamed Noor could provide clues as to what is next in the cases against Derek Chauvin and three other officers.
After charges were filed against all four officers involved in the death of George Floyd Wednesday, a recent case against former Minneapolis Police Officer Mohamed Noor could provide clues as to what is next in the cases against Derek Chauvin and three other officers.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam to announce removal of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee statue
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is expected to announce plans Thursday for the removal of an iconic statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee from Richmond’s prominent Monument Avenue, a senior administration official told The Associated Press.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is expected to announce plans Thursday for the removal of an iconic statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee from Richmond’s prominent Monument Avenue, a senior administration official told The Associated Press.
'I want justice for him': Mother of George Floyd's daughter speaks out
The mother of George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter spoke out Tuesday, calling for justice after his death in Minneapolis police custody.
The mother of George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter spoke out Tuesday, calling for justice after his death in Minneapolis police custody.
NAACP calls on UN to classify mistreatment of black people by police as human rights violation
The NAACP called on the United Nations to also impose sanctions if necessary.
The NAACP called on the United Nations to also impose sanctions if necessary.
Army: Esper reverses plan to send active-duty troops home
In an abrupt reversal, Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday overturned an earlier Pentagon decision to send a couple hundred active-duty soldiers home from the Washington, D.C., region, amid growing tensions with the White House over the military response to the protests.
In an abrupt reversal, Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday overturned an earlier Pentagon decision to send a couple hundred active-duty soldiers home from the Washington, D.C., region, amid growing tensions with the White House over the military response to the protests.
New Zealanders perform powerful Haka dance in solidarity with George Floyd protests
An ancient Maori war dance was performed by New Zealand demonstrators to honor Black Lives Matter.
An ancient Maori war dance was performed by New Zealand demonstrators to honor Black Lives Matter.
President Jimmy Carter: 'The time for racial discrimination is over'
Former President Jimmy Carter weighed in on the death of George Floyd stating he and former first lady Rosalynn Carter are “pained by the tragic injustices and consequent backlash across our nation in recent weeks.”
Former President Jimmy Carter weighed in on the death of George Floyd stating he and former first lady Rosalynn Carter are “pained by the tragic injustices and consequent backlash across our nation in recent weeks.”
Gov. Walz makes unannounced visit to George Floyd memorial in Minneapolis
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made an unannounced visit to the memorial for George Floyd in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, his first time seeing the site where Floyd died.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made an unannounced visit to the memorial for George Floyd in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, his first time seeing the site where Floyd died.
President Carter's full statement regarding 'racial injustices and consequent backlash'
Former President Jimmy Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter released a statement in response to recent civil unrest across the nation following the death of George Floyd, who was killed during an incident with Minneapolis police officers on Memorial Day.
Former President Jimmy Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter released a statement in response to recent civil unrest across the nation following the death of George Floyd, who was killed during an incident with Minneapolis police officers on Memorial Day.
Spelman student: 'He said he was going to shoot us'
Two Atlanta college students seen on camera forcibly being pulled from their car Saturday night said they are grateful for all the support and that cameras were rolling when they were. The two spoke for the first time Monday flanked by lawyers the two retained.
Two Atlanta college students seen on camera forcibly being pulled from their car Saturday night said they are grateful for all the support and that cameras were rolling when they were. The two spoke for the first time Monday flanked by lawyers the two retained.
Family of George Floyd visits site of his death, memorial in Minneapolis
The family of George Floyd visited Minneapolis Wednesday to see the intersection where he was pinned to the ground by police. Family members - including Floyd's son, Quincy - were accompanied by their lawyer, Benjamin Crump, as they saw for the first time the memorial that has been set up at 38th and Chicago Avenue.
The family of George Floyd visited Minneapolis Wednesday to see the intersection where he was pinned to the ground by police. Family members - including Floyd's son, Quincy - were accompanied by their lawyer, Benjamin Crump, as they saw for the first time the memorial that has been set up at 38th and Chicago Avenue.
US Legislatures slow to pass laws limiting use of force
As of August 2018, at least 16 states had passed use-of-force laws, according to the nonpartisan National Conference of State Legislatures.
As of August 2018, at least 16 states had passed use-of-force laws, according to the nonpartisan National Conference of State Legislatures.
George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter: 'Daddy changed the world'
Gianna Floyd, the 6-year-old daughter of George Floyd, said her dad changed the world.
Gianna Floyd, the 6-year-old daughter of George Floyd, said her dad changed the world.
More than 200 lawyers offering to represent protesters free of charge
A group of more than 200 lawyers is offering pro bono services to detained protesters as demonstrations continue in Atlanta.
A group of more than 200 lawyers is offering pro bono services to detained protesters as demonstrations continue in Atlanta.
Teaching how to 'protest with a purpose'
Pastor Derrick Rice is no stranger to peaceful acts of civil disobedience and said one of the many lessons from the days and nights of unrest in Atlanta and across the country should be clear.
Pastor Derrick Rice is no stranger to peaceful acts of civil disobedience and said one of the many lessons from the days and nights of unrest in Atlanta and across the country should be clear.
George Floyd's family joined 60,000 people in historic Houston march
Tens of thousands of people marched through downtown Houston with George Floyd's family to honor the Houston-native.
Tens of thousands of people marched through downtown Houston with George Floyd's family to honor the Houston-native.
Atlanta Protests Day 5: 52 arrested during Tuesday's protests
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has extended the 9 p.m. curfew for a fourth night as demonstrations over the death of George Floyd continue in the city.
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has extended the 9 p.m. curfew for a fourth night as demonstrations over the death of George Floyd continue in the city.
Smyrna passes resolutions taking a stand against racism and violence
The city of Smyrna is one of the first cities in Georgia to formally take a stance against racism and violence in the community. On Monday, the city council passed a resolution pledging to take action against all forms of racism.
The city of Smyrna is one of the first cities in Georgia to formally take a stance against racism and violence in the community. On Monday, the city council passed a resolution pledging to take action against all forms of racism.
Minnesota Dept. of Human Rights launches civil rights investigation into Minneapolis Police Department
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights launched a civil rights investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department after the death of George Floyd.
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights launched a civil rights investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department after the death of George Floyd.
‘Beautiful moment’: Protesters cheer for NJ police officers kneeling during Black Lives Matter rally
While many have criticized local law enforcement for their tactics against demonstrators in protests over the death of George Floyd, some police and deputies are being praised for crossing the line and participating in the protests.
While many have criticized local law enforcement for their tactics against demonstrators in protests over the death of George Floyd, some police and deputies are being praised for crossing the line and participating in the protests.