As donations surge, nonprofits bail out George Floyd protesters across America
Here are several organizations helping to bail out those arrested for participating in protests across America in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
Armed burglary suspect fatally shot by gun shop's owner in South Philadelphia, authorities say
The incident happened at approximately 4:11 a.m. on the 1500 block of Front Street in the Pennsport section of the city.
Tensions mar Paris protest as Floyd outrage goes global
George Floyd's death sparked protests across the United States and the world.
Infectious disease specialists call for an end to tear gas during COVID-19 pandemic
When people are in these crowded and emotional settings, they tend to shout and "project the virus more than three feet," UCSF Dr. Peter Chin-Hong said.
DC police officer dragged to his feet by colleagues after kneeling with protesters
The incident occurred during the George Floyd protests on May 31 in Washington, D.C.
Posting black squares with 'Black Lives Matter' hashtag drowns out vital information, activists say
Some have pointed out that using #BlackLivesMatter on blackout posts makes it harder for activists to find important information.
George Floyd family attorney says Biden to attend funeral
Ben Crump, the attorney for Floyd’s family, announced details of Floyd’s memorial services—one set in Minneapolis this Thursday, North Carolina on Saturday, and Houston on Monday--during an interview with "Team Roc" on Tuesday.
Presidents have leeway to use military for domestic purposes
Legal experts say the president does indeed have the authority under the Insurrection Act of 1807 to dispatch the military in states that are unable to put down an insurrection or are defying federal law.
Commissioner on I-676 clash: ‘When we deploy tear gas it’s for a purpose’
The tear gas was used “when it became increasingly clear that other measures were ineffective" at dispersing the crowd, Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said.
Video shows Denver police chief marching arm-in-arm with protesters at George Floyd demonstration
Video released showed the Denver police chief walking arm-in-arm with protesters on Monday.
Rioters target police across US; 4 shot in St. Louis, 1 in Vegas, Bronx hit-and-run caught on video
Police officers across the U.S. were targeted in shootings and vehicular attacks Monday night as protests continued in major cities for the seventh night despite President Trump’s vow to clamp down on violence.
Journalists injured and arrested while covering George Floyd protests nationwide
Dozens of incidents were reported over the weekend in which reporters were “injured, assaulted or harassed by either protesters or police officers.”
Philadelphia’s city-wide curfew extended Tuesday due to primary elections
After the curfew went into effect at 6 p.m. the last several days, Tuesday’s curfew will begin at 8:30 p.m.
DC man offers refuge to nearly 100 protesters to protect them from injury and arrest
To protect protesters from injury, Rahul Dubey opened his doors to over 100 people in Northwest following a citywide curfew.
Biden: President Trump 'consumed' by ego, not leading during crisis
Joe Biden plans to deliver remarks on the unrest gripping the U.S. on Tuesday in Philadelphia.
Las Vegas officer shot in the head outside casino is on life support, sheriff says
An officer is in critical condition after being shot in Las Vegas and authorities are responding to another shooting as people protest the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, authorities said.
George Floyd's funeral to be held in Houston on June 9
George Floyd's funeral will be held in Houston on Tuesday, June 9, after a public viewing on Monday evening. There will also be memorial services in Minneapolis and North Carolina.
National Guard arrives as citywide looting, riots continue in Philadelphia
Two days of unprecedented violence emerged and ultimately resulted in the city being shut down -- with access restricted and a curfew imposed for 6 p.m.
Police use tear gas as protests continue for third day throughout Philadelphia
Mayor Jim Kenney and Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw defend the use of tear gas to clear I-676 of protesters, but they say there will be an investigation.
SUV plows through Buffalo police, 2 seriously injured
A video emerged Monday night that showed an SUV plowing through a line of officers responding to a George Floyd protest in Buffalo, N.Y., hitting at least one and speeding away.