Some of Floyd's 2019 arrest evidence admissible in Chauvin trial, judge rules
Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill ruled Friday some evidence related to George Floyd's 2019 arrest, including a portion of the accompanying body camera video, is admissible in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in Floyd's death.
Derek Chauvin trial: Jury selection continues
Jury selection continues for a second day in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who is charged in the death in George Floyd.
2 seated jurors in Derek Chauvin trial dismissed over $27M civil settlement knowledge
Two previously seated jurors were dismissed Wednesday from serving on the jury in the Derek Chauvin trial after they told the judge they could not remain impartial after learning of the $27 million civil settlement for the family of George Floyd. Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer, is charged in Floyd’s death.
1st 7 jurors seated in Derek Chauvin trial to be re-questioned Wednesday
The first seven jurors seated in the Derek Chauvin trial will be re-questioned Wednesday over their knowledge of the $27 million civil settlement.
George Floyd settlement: $27 million approved by Minneapolis City Council
The Minneapolis City Council unanimously approved a $27 million settlement Friday in the civil lawsuit brought by the family of George Floyd.
Judge seats juror in Derek Chauvin trial who has wedding planned for May 1
A juror chosen for a panel for the trial of Derek Chauvin on Wednesday said he had one potential problem — he’s scheduled to get married May 1 in Florida, after a judge explained testimony could last into April.
ACLU challenges DC police response to summer protests on Swann Street
The ACLU of the District of Columbia has published a report detailing the mass arrest of protesters violating curfew on Swann Street NW on June 1, 2020, saying the Metropolitan Police Department "should have acted with greater restraint."
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.
House passes George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
House Democrats have rushed to pass the most ambitious effort in decades to overhaul policing.
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."
George Floyd billboard in DC issues statement for justice
An activist group teamed up with artist Don Perlis to install a billboard in D.C. to commemorate the death of George Floyd – and to call out for social justice.
Black Lives Matter nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
The movement has also been criticized for violence during demonstrations in the US last summer.
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.
Christmas dinner reunites DC protester with man who offered refuge
Christmas dinner came full circle for one Maryland family.
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.
Falls Church school board changing 2 school names linked to slavery
The Falls Church school board has voted unanimously in favor of changing the names of two schools with names linked to slavery – despite surveys indicating that the community was split on whether the changes should be made.
Rittenhouse attorney withdraws after prosecutor raises ethical concerns
Attorney John Pierce dropped from criminal case and is taking over civil matters for the 17-year-old.
Prince William County Board rejects resolution to stop discussion of 'defunding police'
The death of George Floyd sparked outrage across the country and calls to defund the police. It is a debate now in the spotlight in Prince William County. Republicans are worried funds may be cut and reallocated to other social services.
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.
Federal charges: 'Boogaloo Bois' member fired 13 rounds into 3rd Precinct during Minneapolis riots
A self-described member of the anti-government extremist group the “Boogaloo Bois” is facing federal charges for allegedly firing 13 rounds into the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct during the civil unrest over the death of George Floyd in May.