George Floyd’s cause of death, ex-cop’s force will be keys in Chauvin trial
Video showed Derek Chauvin pressing his knee into George Floyd’s neck, ignoring the Black man’s cries that he couldn’t breathe. But even with that powerful footage, legal experts say the case isn’t a slam dunk.
Derek Chauvin trial dates and times
Derek Chauvin trial dates, times, location and livestream broadcast information.
Chauvin trial judge must reconsider 3rd-degree murder charge, Court of Appeals rules
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled the trial judge for the Derek Chauvin case must reconsider reinstating the third-degree murder charge in his case, according to an opinion issued Friday.
Families of people killed in police altercations plan positive change as Chauvin trial starts
A coalition of families and activists made their intentions very clear on Friday, saying they will be a loud voice for change throughout the trial of Derek Chauvin.
Who is Derek Chauvin?
Derek Chauvin is a former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in the death of George Floyd.
Bill would give immunity to drivers who 'unintentionally' run over protesters
The proposed legislation says that a driver who "exercises due care" but injures or kills someone illegally blocking a road can't be prosecuted.
House passes George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
House Democrats have rushed to pass the most ambitious effort in decades to overhaul policing.
De Blasio names NYPD's Monahan senior advisor; Harrison named Chief of Department
Terence Monahan, the highest-ranking uniformed police officer in the NYPD, is leaving the department to become Mayor Bill de Blasio's senior advisor.
Activists call for firing of LAPD employees involved in George Floyd Valentine-themed photo scandal
A coalition of community activists Monday is calling for the firing of any Los Angeles Police Department employee who created or circulated a Valentine-themed social media post featuring an image of George Floyd that allegedly included the words "You take my breath away."
LAPD investigating claim of George Floyd Valentine-style photo passed around department
The Los Angeles Police Department administration has launched an internal investigation after it was alleged that an offensive Valentine-style photo was circulating around the department of George Floyd.
NY attorney general: NYPD used 'brutal force' on protesters
Attorney General Letitia James' lawsuit against the NYPD includes examples of alleged misconduct, including the use of pepper spray and batons on protesters, kettling demonstrators, and arresting medics and legal observers.
COVID-19 concerns prompt 2 separate trials in George Floyd case
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will stand trial alone in March in the death of George Floyd while the other three ex-officers charged in the case will be tried together in August.
Race double standard clear at US Capitol riots
The violent breaching of the halls of power on Capitol Hill by insurrectionists represents one of the plainest displays of a racial double standard in modern history.
Judge orders 1 trial for 4 officers charged in George Floyd's death
A Hennepin County District Court judge has granted a motion to join the cases of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd into one case.
Judge upholds decision to livestream trial of officers charged with killing George Floyd
A judge in Minnesota is upholding his decision to livestream the trial against the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd.
Scathing report released on NYPD's handling of George Floyd protests
A scathing new report found the NYPD was undertrained and used excessive force during George Floyd protests.
Suspect in Brooklyn police van arson during protests arrested: Cops
The NYPD arrested a man wanted in connection with the arson of a police van during protests in Brooklyn earlier this year.
Kyle Rittenhouse released from jail on $2M bond
Authorities said the bond was posted around 2 p.m. and was arranged by Rittenhouse's attorney. Stipulations, such as conditions of release, were not released.
Teen who filmed death of George Floyd to receive courage award
The Minneapolis teenager who filmed the police killing of George Floyd is being honored with a prestigious courage award from PEN America, the literary and human rights organization.
NYPD sergeant injured during protests faces terrible setback
NYPD Sgt. Billy Maher, 51, was severely injured during a hit-and-run in the Bronx. His recovery has suffered setbacks.