Protestors kick off third weekend of protests in Detroit
It was a familiar site at the corner of Michigan and Third as protestors continued to demand change.
Depression and anxiety rates spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s death, survey finds
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Minneapolis police chief announces withdrawal from contract negotiations with city's police union
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced Wednesday he is withdrawing from contract negotiations on the unfinished contract with the police union and restarting an effort to identify troubled police officers through early warning signs.
'Stop the pain,' a brother of George Floyd tells Congress
“I’m here today to ask you to make it stop. Stop the pain,” Philonese Floyd told the silenced hearing room.
Bail set at $1.25M with no conditions for ex-Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin made his first court appearance Monday in the death of George Floyd, where a judge set his bail at $1.25 million with no conditions. Chauvin, a veteran police officer, was seen putting his knee on the back of Floyd’s neck’s as he repeatedly said he could not breathe.
Teachers, kids and community leaders gather in Detroit for 10th day of protest
“I don’t understand how our color is mean to them because we’re just trying to be nice and sometimes they want to hurt us,” said 9-year-old Megan Cunningham.
Defunding the Minneapolis Police Department would likely require public vote to change charter
Sunday, nine Minneapolis City Councilmembers joined a call for the city to defund and dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department.
White House anti-riot fencing now covered with signs from protesters
The anti-riot fencing surrounding the White House has been covered with signs left by protesters as crowds come together in solidarity against police brutality following the death of George Floyd.
Southfield Police Chief changes policy in response to George Floyd's death
Saturday afternoon during one of more than a dozen demonstrations across metro Detroit, Southfield Police Chief Elvin Barren said policy changes at the Department have been made in response to the death of George Floyd.
Tombstones near where George Floyd died in Minneapolis honor people who died in police altercations
A display of art is sending a powerful message just blocks from the spot where George Floyd died nearly two weeks ago.
Peaceful protest held in Rochester
As protests against police brutality continue across the country, communities around Metro Detroit, are also making their voices heard.
Day 9 of Detroit protests ends on a peaceful note
The protestors marched the streets of Detroit for the ninth night in a row to call for the end of police brutality, in the wake of George Floyd's Death. The black Minneapolis man died after a white police officer held is knee in his neck for more than 8 minutes.
TIME Magazine unveils cover inspired by George Floyd protests, honoring black lives lost
TIME Magazine has unveiled the cover for its June 15, 2020 issue, which examines the protests that have erupted around the world following the death of George Floyd.
George Floyd's Minneapolis memorial service: Family shares stories, Rev. Al Sharpton delivers powerful eulogy
Friends, family and much of the community said goodbye to George Floyd at a memorial service in Minneapolis Thursday afternoon, the first of three memorial services for Floyd before his funeral in Houston next week.
‘Get your knee off our necks’: Rev. Al Sharpton delivers powerful eulogy for George Floyd
The civil rights activist called for all Americans to continue the fight for racial equality that began hundreds of years ago.
'Power to the people': Floyd's brother talks at NYC memorial
Of the demonstrations that have engulfed the city and the nation, and the violence that has taken place, he said, “I’m proud of the protests but I'm not proud of the destruction. My brother wasn’t about that. The Floyds are a God-fearing family.”
Judge: $750K bail for 3 ex-officers accused in George Floyd’s death
Tou Thao, Thomas Lane and J. Alexander Kueng were making their first appearances in Hennepin County District Court since their arrests Wednesday.
‘I could die from the color of my skin’: Little girl has emotional reaction to George Floyd protests
As protests over the death of George Floyd continue around the world, one black couple in Sacramento, California shared an emotional moment when they explained to their 10-year-old daughter why demonstrators had taken to the streets.
Chief Craig: Detroit curfew remains in effect Thursday, but will make "assessments" on protests
Following a peaceful protest Wednesday night, Chief Craig said that a citywide curfew in Detroit will be in effect Thursday. However, like the previous evening, he'll make assessments on protests as time goes on.
Clergy, police, citizens plan unity march at Highland Park in honor of George Floyd
A protest beginning at Highland Park is scheduled at 11 a.m. and will feature clergy members, law enforcement, and citizens.