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Minneapolis City Council Members Announce Intent To 'Dismantle' Police Department
Sunday, June 07, 2020
Nine of the 13 council members, a veto-proof majority, pledged to "rebuild with our community a new model of public safety that actually keeps our community safe," in the words of one council member.
Residents Look Toward Rebuilding a Damaged Minneapolis
Friday, June 05, 2020
Calm has mostly returned to the streets of Minneapolis after almost two weeks of protests over George Floyd's death. Now, residents are taking stock of the physical damage left by looters.
Minnesota Holds A Memorial Service To Commemorate George Floyd
Thursday, June 04, 2020
George Floyd has been honored in a memorial service in Minneapolis Thursday. His death in police custody on May 25 triggered protests across the nation.
Minnesota Attorney General Charges Officers in Floyd Case
Wednesday, June 03, 2020
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has upgraded charges against the former police officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck and filed charges against three other former officers.
911 Call Fuels Debate About Store's Role In Floyd's Death
Tuesday, June 02, 2020
The police encounter that led to George Floyd's death in Minneapolis began when a store clerk called 911 over a counterfeit bill. The store's owner says he wishes police had never been called.
A Look At Developments In Minnesota After Another Night Of Protests
Sunday, May 31, 2020
Minneapolis is the epicenter of protests that have spread across the country. See how the local community is responding to the curfew put in place after several days of unrest.
The Latest Updates From Minneapolis As Protests For George Floyd Continue
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Protests that started in Minneapolis have spread across the nation, as anger boils over the death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Protesters Call For Justice Over George Floyd's Death
Friday, May 29, 2020
Small fires are still burning in the city after violent protests Thursday night. Floyd, a black man who was handcuffed, died in police custody. Protests are expected to continue into the weekend.
Protests Sparked By The Death Of George Floyd In Minneapolis Intensify
Thursday, May 28, 2020
The death of 46-year-old George Floyd after a police encounter has sparked protests in Minneapolis and other U.S. cities. Floyd's family is calling for officers involved in his arrest to be charged.
Los Angeles, D.C. And Chicago Still Seeing Plateau, Not Decline In New COVID-19 Cases
Thursday, May 21, 2020
The White House says coronavirus indicators are trending down across most of the U.S., but are a concern in Washington, D.C., Chicago and Los Angeles. City health officials say progress is being made.
'Mamá, I'm Still Hungry': In Puerto Rico, Child Hunger Becomes A Flashpoint
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
After weeks of public pressure, Puerto Rico's governor allowed some school cafeterias to provide meals for children during the pandemic. But many on the island say it's not enough.
Governors Face Criticism For Reopening Or Not Reopening States
Friday, May 01, 2020
When will states reopen? We talk to reporters in Texas, which will start reopening Friday, California, which has a four-phase reopening plan, and Arizona, which extended its stay-at-home order.
Advocate For The Poor In Puerto Rico Is Released After Arrest During Protest
Thursday, April 30, 2020
Giovanni Roberto has been leading calls for the government to help needy people during the coronavirus pandemic.
Advocates Help Immigrants Who Are Excluded From Relief Checks
Monday, April 27, 2020
Local safety nets are being created for undocumented immigrants excluded from the federal relief bill. Some cities have established emergency funds, and pressure is mounting for statewide relief.
San Francisco Lawmakers Order Mayor To Lease Hotel Rooms For Homeless
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance giving the mayor 12 days to secure thousands of rooms to house and protect the city's homeless population during the COVID-19 crisis.
Officials Across The U.S. Scramble To Protect Homeless Population From Coronavirus
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Infections have sprung up in shelters, forcing cities to consider other options. Seventy people at a shelter in San Francisco tested positive for the coronavirus.
Puerto Rico Enforces Strict Stay-At-Home Order
Monday, March 23, 2020
Some of the strictest measures to contain COVID-19 are in Puerto Rico, where the governor has effectively shut the island down amid fears its health system is too weak after Hurricane Maria.
California Orders All Residents To Stay Home Save For Certain Essential Activities
Friday, March 20, 2020
California has issued a statewide order to all residents to stay at home to slow the coronavirus epidemic. The state is home to around 40 million people.
Rafael Cancel Miranda, Opened Fire On U.S Capitol, Dies At 89
Wednesday, March 04, 2020
The last surviving Puerto Rican nationalist who opened fire on Congress in 1954 died Monday. Supporters of Puerto Rico's independence continued to consider him a hero.
Political Unrest In Puerto Rico After Discovery Of Unused Hurricane Aid
Monday, January 20, 2020
Fed up with what they say is rampant corruption, protesters are demanding the resignation of Gov. Wanda Vázquez, who just months ago served as the island's Justice Secretary.