Thousands march, kneel, sing 'Amazing Grace' peacefully in Washington
Protests were largely peaceful and the nation’s streets were calmer than they have been in days since the killing of George Floyd set off demonstrations that at times brought violence and destruction along with pleas to stop police brutality and injustice against African Americans.
Pentagon-Trump clash breaks open over military and protests
President Donald Trump’s Pentagon chief shot down his idea of using troops to quell protests Wednesday but then reversed course on pulling part of the 82nd Airborne Division off standby in an extraordinary clash between the U.S. military and its commander in chief.
Prince William County leaders consider Cultural Diversity Commission
Protests over the killing of George Floyd continued throughout northern Virginia on Wednesday, and that includes demonstrators who have been on the move around the Woodbridge area.
2 US Park Police officers placed on administrative leave following incident with Australian press
Two U.S. Park Police are on administrative leave after they were caught on video shoving and hitting an Australian television crew outside of the White House earlier this week amid protests over the death of George Floyd.
Obama speaks on George Floyd protests, urges mayors to review use-of-force policies with communities
Obama highlighted how most of the needed reforms take place on the local level, while urging the nation to use current momentum drawn from the protests to drive effective change.
DC curfew moved back to 11pm as George Floyd protests head into day 6
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Wednesday that D.C. would shift its curfew to 11 p.m. after two nights of a 7 p.m. curfew amid protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
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.
'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.
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.
Woman incited a riot on her own Facebook Live video, Michigan police say
A 22-year-old woman was charged Tuesday with inciting a riot and malicious destruction after she posted a video on Facebook Live encouraging others to loot and destroy businesses during a violent demonstration in Michigan.
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.
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.”
False claims of antifa protesters plague small US cities
The speculation was being raised by conservative news outlets and pro-Trump social media accounts, as well as impostor Facebook and Twitter accounts.
VIDEO: Officer kneels in solidarity with protesters at US Capitol
Hundreds of people have gathered outside of the Capitol in Washington D.C., to peacefully protest following the death of George Floyd.
Oklahoma State linebacker tests positive for COVID-19 after attending George Floyd protest
Oklahoma State linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga revealed on his Twitter Tuesday that he tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a protest in Tulsa.
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.
Retired St. Louis police captain killed by looters while protecting friend's pawn shop, widow says
A retired police captain who died during a night of violent protests was trying to protect his friend's pawn shop, his widow said.
Man arrested after pulling rifle on Black Lives Matter protesters in Upland
A video posted to social media showed the moment supporters of President Donald Trump and hundreds of Black Lives Matter protesters clashed in Upland on Monday afternoon.
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.
Protesters, clergy blast President Trump for visit to National Shrine, march to St. John’s
Clerics of several different denominations and faiths took to their figurative pulpits this week to criticize President Donald Trump for what they consider posturing at religious institutions in the D.C. area.