Ferguson
Homer Plessy, 'Separate But Equal' Namesake, Pardoned in Louisiana
The Plessy v. Ferguson ruling allowing racial segregation across American life stood as the law of the land until the Supreme Court unanimously overruled it.
Cori Bush Claims White Supremacists Shot at Protesters in Ferguson
The congresswoman posted a statement on social media describing white supremacists shooting at her and other protesters in Ferguson, Missouri, in 2014.
3 Al Jazeera Journalists Receive $280K Settlement After Being Tear Gassed
Three Al Jazeera journalists who had been tear gassed in Ferguson during a protest received $280,000 as a settlement from St. Charles County.
Ferguson Police Clash With Protesters On Michael Brown's Death Anniversary
A crowd of protesters gathered outside the headquarters of the Ferguson Police Department six years after unarmed Black 18-year-old Michael Brown was shot dead by a Ferguson police officer.
Six Years After Ferguson, St. Louis Cops Could Start Using Body Cams
While body cameras can deter police from misconduct, their effectiveness depends largely on the policies regulating their use.
Trump Previously Blamed 'Weak Leadership' in Washington for Ferguson Riots
The president also said that other countries would have been laughing at former President Obama's handling of the unrest.
Ferguson Wildfire: Yosemite National Park Closed
The Ferguson Fire has spread across 37,795 acres and is 26 percent contained, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Firefighter Injured While Fighting Ferguson Fire
One firefighter has died, and another was injured Tuesday afternoon while working to contain the blaze.
Clinton Allies React to Comey's Book
Comey told USA Today he hopes Clinton will at least read parts of his book.
Boy From Viral Ferguson Photo Missing After Car Crash
A photo of Devonte Hart from 2014 showed the boy in tears, hugging a police officer at a demonstration.
Russia Tells Nikki Haley to Back Off Iran Over Protests
Moscow is rushing to the defense of its ally, suggesting that the unrest in Iran is no worse than clashes in the U.S. in recent years.
Guns Causing 'Crisis' in St. Louis, Mayor Says
St. Louis is "at a crisis level," Mayor Lyda Krewson said.
Black Lawmakers to Meet with FBI Director Over Memo
The assessment, from August, blamed "perceptions of police brutality" for violence against officers.
FBI: 'Black Identity Extremists' Are A Violent Threat
A leaked report from the FBI counter-terrorism division says they will likely use violence against law enforcement.
Jason Stockley Not Guilty Verdict: How Did It Happen?
Police Officer Jason Stockley was acquitted today in the shooting death of Anthony Lamar Smith. Newsweek reviewed court documents and broke down the arguments.
With Jason Stockley Verdict Due, Authorities Ramp Up
The police officer is being tried in the murder of Anthony Lamar Smith.
In St. Louis, Another Ferguson Looms
A judge in St. Louis will soon announce a verdict in the trial of a white police officer who's accused of planting a gun on Anthony Lamar Smith, a black man he shot and killed.
How Many People Have Police Shot and Killed Since '14?
Brown's death sparked outrage and riots across Ferguson, Missouri.
Arsonist Angry Over Police Killings Gets 15 Years
A witness said Dawud Abdulwali 'was mad' about 'the way the cops were killing black people.'
Sessions's Return to Zero Tolerance Will Not Work
When the number of arrests is a key metric, a wedge is driven between the police and the people they serve.
Ferguson Mayor Re-elected
Knowles was mayor in 2014, when white police officer Darren Wilson shot and killed 18-year-old Michael Brown, who was black.
Dumping Army Kit on Cops Makes Main Street a War Zone
The Trump budget abandons community policing and boosts military spending.
Is It Proper for Cops to Use Killer Robots?
If it would have been reasonable to shoot Micah Johnson, then, under the circumstances, it was reasonable to kill him with a bomb robot.
What's It Like to Fight a War? Or Be Black in America?
A youth from Ferguson and an Afghan War veteran may be very different, but they are united in struggling to explain their experiences to Americans.
Mixed Feelings About Mckesson Mayoral Bid in Baltimore
The full-time protester filed to run for mayor just before the deadline, and some aren't thrilled.
Ferguson, Missouri, Police Reforms Set
Deal with Justice Department would require employees to wear cameras and would change policies.
Dare Criticize the Cops and You're Automatically 'Anti-Police'
Many on the right don't want to talk about police misconduct. So they change the subject.
Police Abuses Are Real. But Where Is Proof of 'The Ferguson Effect'?
The FBI boss's unsubstantiated remarks put him among the ranks of the tinfoil hat brigade.
Putin Has a Nerve Bringing Up Ferguson
When it comes to human rights, Putin has no right to throw stones at the U.S.