George Floyd
Video of George Floyd's death while in police custody on May 25, 2020 ignited the United States into a nationwide debate about racism, police brutality and systemic racism. Floyd's death led to the arrest of the four officers involved in the Minneapolis, Minnesota incident and sweeping police reforms across the country. Thousands of people participated in Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests across the U.S. in the weeks following Floyd's funeral.
Public Schools Have Spent $21M on Diversity Inclusion Programs in Two Years
"It's bigger than they can even show—all the different firms will make your head spin," one parent said.
What Biden Got Right About Dr. King and George Floyd
Unlike those who speak on behalf of people like Floyd, the civil rights leaders of the past intentionally refused to be victims.
Ex-Cops in George Floyd Case to Face Mostly White Jury
The jury selection process was much different from the one in Derek Chauvin's trial, which had a jury of half white and half nonwhite members.
Jury Selected, Trial of Cops Connected to George Floyd's Death Set to Begin
J. Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao are charged with willfully depriving Floyd of his constitutional rights while "acting under color of law."
Judge Restricts Access to Trial of 3 Ex-Cops Charged in George Floyd Death
A group of media organizations has sent a letter to the judge requesting the restrictions be changed so the public has more access to the trial.
Biden Faces Renewed Ridicule For Comparing Deaths of MLK and George Floyd
A video is recirculating of Biden saying George Floyd's death had a bigger global "impact" than the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Trial Delayed for 3 Former Minneapolis Cops Charged in George Floyd's Death
Judge Peter Cahill said that if attorneys on both sides cannot agree on a start date for the trial, it will be slated to begin on March 7.
Both Sides Seek Delay in State Trial of Cops Charged in George Floyd Death
Both prosecution and defense filed a joint request to delay the state trial until after the federal civil rights trial starting later this month is finished.
9 Months After Derek Chauvin Conviction, 3 Other Cops head to Trial
All three are charged with depriving George Floyd of his rights when they did not give him medical care, while two face another charge violating Floyd's right.
McCloskeys, Who Waved Guns at Protesters, Ask for Weapons Back After Pardon
The couple say they are entitled to have their guns returned because they were pardoned after they agreed to a guilty plea that included giving up the guns.
George Floyd's Great-Niece Arianna Delane Shot While Sleeping
Arianna Delane remains in hospital after she was struck by gunfire that hit her home in Houston, Texas, in the early hours of New Year's Day.
Wisconsin Republicans Introduce Bills to Promote Police Recruitment
The bills would use $25 million in federal pandemic aid to fund $5,000 bonuses for new police recruits and retention bonuses for officers after one year.
Minnesota Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Rioting, Arson in 2020 Protests
Victor Devon Edwards was convicted on charges in connection to evidence that he looted items and contributed to a fire that caused about $1 million in damage.
Virginia's Removed Confederate Monuments May Go to Black History Museum
The Black History Museum would be able to work with other groups and community members to decide what would happen to the monuments if they were transferred.
America's Biggest Cities to Invest More in Police After Defunding in 2020
Social justice protests ushered in calls for police departments to be defunded. Many cities heeded those calls, only to reverse course a year later.
Texas Board Withdraws Pardon Recommendations for George Floyd, Others
The recommendation, which was unanimously approved in October, has been withdrawn along with others over "procedural errors," and will be reconsidered.
Two Tacoma Cops Involved in Death of Restrained Man Cleared to Work
Two of the officers involved in the March 2020 death of Manuel Ellis have been cleared to return to work, while three other officers face criminal charges.
The Obsession With the Racial Wealth Gap Protects the Elites
The only solution to the dire economic circumstances that affect so many Black Americas is build a politics that is centered on the Black poor and working class and that develops policy solutions tailored to their concerns.
Portland to Pay $100K to Man Saying He Was Arrested for Not Giving Up Sign
The man said he was carrying a sign that read "Vote Register Here" at a protest when police attempted to take it "for no legal reason."
Texas Governor Mum On Posthumous Pardon for George Floyd Over 2004 Arrest
Floyd was arrested in February 2004 in Houston for selling $10 of crack in a police sting operation.
Oregon Man Pleads Guilty to Throwing Lit Firework During Portland Protests
Gabriel Agard-Berryhill said a male stranger handed him the firework, and he initially thought it was a spinner-type device that would rotate and flash colors.
Derek Chauvin Pleads Guilty to Civil Rights Violations
Floyd's family members were in attendance as Chauvin changed his federal plea from not guilty to guilty.
Judge Faces Growing Calls to Resign Over Racial Slurs in Video
The judge said she had taken a sedative at the time when the video with the racist slurs was recorded, and therefore didn't remember what was said.
Derek Chauvin to Plead Guilty to Violating George Floyd's Rights: Court
A new federal docket entry on Monday indicated that Chauvin plans to change his not-guilty plea in the case ahead of his scheduled January trial.
Elijah McClain Among Victims of Racial Violence Honored With Quilt Portrait
The Stich Their Names Memorial Project created cross-stitched portraits of 116 victims of racial violence on a quilt on display at Jackson State University.
Proud Boys Member Gets 10 Years in Prison for Actions at Portland Protests
Swinney sentenced to 10 years in prison on convictions for 11 charges for use of mace on protestors, pointing a firearm at others and several more infractions.
$5.75M Settlement Announced as Ohio Protestors Details Injuries From Police
The injuries were from protests that began in late May 2020 after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Ohio City to Pay $5.75M to 32 People Injured During 2020 BLM Protests
A lawsuit against Columbus describes clashes with police in which demonstrators were beaten, fired on with wooden and rubber bullets and unlawfully arrested.
Minneapolis' First Black Police Chief to Retire
Medaria Arradondo said that "the impacts of Floyd's killing will stay with me forever," but they did not factor into his decision to retire next month.
Report on Seattle Mayor's Missing Texts From 2020 Protests Still Not Done
As Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is set to leave office this month, a report on her alleged deleted texts from around the 2020 protests is still not done.
