Cop in George Floyd case got medals for valor and drew complaints
The Minneapolis police officer who used his knee to pin down George Floyd’s neck before his death was the most experienced of the four officers involved in the arrest, with a record that included medals for bravery and 17 complaints against him, including one for pulling a woman out of her car during a speeding stop.
The Minneapolis police officer who used his knee to pin down George Floyd’s neck before his death was the most experienced of the four officers involved in the arrest, with a record that included medals for bravery and 17 complaints against him, including one for pulling a woman out of her car during a speeding stop.
Artists paint murals honoring George Floyd on plywood protecting businesses around Minneapolis
Painted murals honoring George Floyd are popping up around Minneapolis.
Painted murals honoring George Floyd are popping up around Minneapolis.
John Lewis says video of George Floyd's killing made him cry
Civil rights icon John Lewis said Thursday that the video of George Floyd’s death at the hands of police in Minnesota “made me cry.”
Civil rights icon John Lewis said Thursday that the video of George Floyd’s death at the hands of police in Minnesota “made me cry.”
Gov. Walz sends National Guard to Minnesota-North Dakota border, citing credible threats during protests
Gov. Tim Walz is sending Minnesota National Guard troops to the Minnesota-North Dakota border, saying there have been “credible threats of violent activities" during planned demonstrations in North Dakota over the death of George Floyd.
Gov. Tim Walz is sending Minnesota National Guard troops to the Minnesota-North Dakota border, saying there have been “credible threats of violent activities" during planned demonstrations in North Dakota over the death of George Floyd.
George Floyd's son kneels in prayer at the site of his father's death in Minneapolis
As his family and Minneapolis as a whole prepare to honor his life, the son of George Floyd took some time Wednesday to pay tribute to his late father.
As his family and Minneapolis as a whole prepare to honor his life, the son of George Floyd took some time Wednesday to pay tribute to his late father.
Protesters call for Minneapolis police union leader to resign
The calls for Police Federation President Bob Kroll to resign are getting louder and louder, as he says the federation will help the officers involved in George Floyd’s death fight for their jobs.
The calls for Police Federation President Bob Kroll to resign are getting louder and louder, as he says the federation will help the officers involved in George Floyd’s death fight for their jobs.
George Floyd autopsy report reveals he was coronavirus survivor
George Floyd had tested positive for COVID-19, but was an asymptomatic carrier without lung damage, according to a new report from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner.
George Floyd had tested positive for COVID-19, but was an asymptomatic carrier without lung damage, according to a new report from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner.
All four officers in custody, charged in the death of George Floyd
Four former Minneapolis Police officers are now in custody after being charged for their roles in the death of George Floyd.
Four former Minneapolis Police officers are now in custody after being charged for their roles in the death of George Floyd.
Residents displaced by Minneapolis unrest sheltering at Sheraton Hotel
People with nowhere else to go are sheltering at the Sheraton Hotel in Minneapolis on Chicago Avenue thanks to some community organizers.
People with nowhere else to go are sheltering at the Sheraton Hotel in Minneapolis on Chicago Avenue thanks to some community organizers.
Rev. Al Sharpton to eulogize George Floyd at memorial service Thursday
Rev. Al Sharpton announced he will eulogize George Floyd Thursday at North Central University for his funeral service.
Rev. Al Sharpton announced he will eulogize George Floyd Thursday at North Central University for his funeral service.
Family of George Floyd 'deeply gratified' by news of additional charges
Officials announced Wednesday that former officer Derek Chauvin is now charged with both third and second-degree murder, and the other officers involved in George Floyd's arrest have been charged. The attorney for Floyd's family called this "a bittersweet moment."
Officials announced Wednesday that former officer Derek Chauvin is now charged with both third and second-degree murder, and the other officers involved in George Floyd's arrest have been charged. The attorney for Floyd's family called this "a bittersweet moment."
3 other Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death, Chauvin charges upgraded
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Wednesday he has upgraded the charges against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to second-degree murder and filed charges against the other three officers involved in George Floyd's death.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Wednesday he has upgraded the charges against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to second-degree murder and filed charges against the other three officers involved in George Floyd's death.
ATF joins investigations into 135 fires set at businesses in Twin Cities during riots
Federal investigators are looking into 135 fires set at businesses over the past week during riots in the Twin Cities in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
Federal investigators are looking into 135 fires set at businesses over the past week during riots in the Twin Cities in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
Minnesota Department of Health tells people who've attended George Floyd rallies to get COVID-19 test
If you've attended a vigil, rally, or protest in the aftermath of George Floyd's death, the Minnesota Department of Health is asking you to get tested for COVID-19.
If you've attended a vigil, rally, or protest in the aftermath of George Floyd's death, the Minnesota Department of Health is asking you to get tested for COVID-19.
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.
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.
What to expect in the George Floyd murder case as prosecutors ask for patience
After charges were filed against all four officers involved in the death of George Floyd Wednesday, a recent case against former Minneapolis Police Officer Mohamed Noor could provide clues as to what is next in the cases against Derek Chauvin and three other officers.
After charges were filed against all four officers involved in the death of George Floyd Wednesday, a recent case against former Minneapolis Police Officer Mohamed Noor could provide clues as to what is next in the cases against Derek Chauvin and three other officers.
'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.
The mother of George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter spoke out Tuesday, calling for justice after his death in Minneapolis police custody.
Hundreds break into song at George Floyd memorial after hearing of new, upgraded charges
Hundreds of Minnesotans erupted in song at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis Wednesday afternoon after learning of upgraded charges against Derek Chauvin and new charges against the other three officers involved in the killing of George Floyd.
Hundreds of Minnesotans erupted in song at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis Wednesday afternoon after learning of upgraded charges against Derek Chauvin and new charges against the other three officers involved in the killing of George Floyd.
Gov. Walz makes unannounced visit to George Floyd memorial in Minneapolis
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made an unannounced visit to the memorial for George Floyd in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, his first time seeing the site where Floyd died.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made an unannounced visit to the memorial for George Floyd in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, his first time seeing the site where Floyd died.
Timberwolves, Lynx partner with The Minneapolis Foundation to fight racism, social injustice
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx announced Wednesday they’re entering a multi-year partnership with The Minneapolis Foundation in an effort to fight racism and social injustice.
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx announced Wednesday they’re entering a multi-year partnership with The Minneapolis Foundation in an effort to fight racism and social injustice.