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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
Community leaders react as Phoenix Police officers take a knee with George Floyd protesters
In a moving moment, officers with the Phoenix Police Department made a show of solidarity with protesters marching in honor of George Floyd's death on Monday.
'It is time for America to examine our tragic failures': George W. Bush speaks on George Floyd death
Former President George W. Bush weighed in on the death of George Floyd with a lengthy statement issued on Tuesday, saying he and former first lady Laura Bush “are anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd, who died during an encounter with Minneapolis police May 25.
Georgia officials concerned of impact protests could have on COVID-19 fight
State leaders and health officials say they are concerned what impact recent protests over the death of George Floyd will have on Georgia's efforts to fight COVID-19.
‘#TheShowMustBePaused’: FOX joins music industry’s June 2 blackout
The initiative, known as #TheShowMustBePaused, was created by two black women in the multi-billion dollar music industry that profits so greatly from black art.
Video shows kneeling man being arrested while giving speech amid SC George Floyd protest
Video shows a man kneeling among a group or protesters in front of police in riot gear in Charleston’s Marion Square during George Floyd protests.
GA training director: Floyd video will be mandatory for all basic recruits
Instructors at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center are already using the George Floyd video to stress the danger of knee-to-neck restraints.
Underground Atlanta GM brutally beaten during Atlanta protests
Craig Waters went to Underground Atlanta during Friday night's protests to check on the damage there and was nearly killed by an angry mob.