Liz Baker

Liz Baker appears in the following:

Black pastors gather in Brunswick, Ga., to support Ahmaud Arbery's family

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Faith leaders from around the country gathered outside the Glynn County Courthouse in defiance of a defense attorney's efforts to keep Black pastors away from the trial.

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Prosecutors have used the defendants' own words in the Ahmaud Arbery case

Saturday, November 13, 2021

Georgia prosecutors have focused on testimony from law enforcement and neighbors in the trial of Greg and Travis McMichael and Roddie Bryan, accused of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.

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Ahmaud Arbery muralist turns to Brunswick history

Sunday, October 24, 2021

Marvin Weeks memorialized Ahmaud Arbery in a mural after he was killed while jogging in 2020. His latest work delves into Brunswick, Georgia's history with a focus on race relations.

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Family of Ahmaud Arbery leads rally ahead of trial of men charged in killing

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Community organizers and Arbery's family hope the momentum for policy changes after his death will continue throughout the trial. Jury selection begins Monday.

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Most Americans would rather rebuild than move if natural disaster strikes, poll finds

Tuesday, October 05, 2021

Even as climate change increases the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, two-thirds of U.S. adults say if their home is hit they'd rather rebuild than relocate.

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The Death Toll From Ida's Severe Weather Continues To Rise

Friday, September 03, 2021

Hurricane Ida and its remnants left a path of destruction from Louisiana to the Northeast. Communities are assessing the damage, and prepping for a hurricane season that hasn't reached its peak.

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At Least 4 Nursing Home Residents Have Died After Hurricane Ida Evacuation

Thursday, September 02, 2021

Four nursing home residents in Louisiana have died after being evacuated to another facility ahead of Hurricane Ida. Health officials are investigating reports of unsafe conditions at the site.

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At The Olympics, Sport Climbing Is Full Of Unknowns For Athletes And Fans

Monday, August 02, 2021

Sport climbing is new to the Olympic Games and seeks to find the best all-around athlete in three very different disciplines. Here's what (and who) to watch.

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The Truth Is (Still) Out There In 'UFO Capital' Roswell, New Mexico

Saturday, June 05, 2021

People in "the UFO capital of the world" are eagerly anticipating the release of a Defense Department report on its investigations into Unexplained Aerial Phenomena. As always, some see a cover-up.

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What Went Wrong: Analysis Of Police Handcuffing, Pepper-Spraying 9-Year-Old Girl

Tuesday, March 09, 2021

Experts review Rochester, N.Y., police body camera video of a recent encounter of white officers with a Black girl in distress. She was handcuffed and pepper-sprayed in a squad car.

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Disinformation Fuels Distrust And Even Violence At All Levels Of Government

Monday, March 01, 2021

Political scientists say growing acceptance of unfounded conspiracy theories is fueling disengagement and distrust in democratic institutions, an effect that is trickling down to local politics.

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Protest March Follows Decision Not To Indict Rochester Police In Black Man's Death

Wednesday, February 24, 2021

A grand jury in New York declined to bring charges against police officers involved with the death of Daniel Prude. Body camera footage of his death sparked weeks of protests last summer.

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Rochester Police Officers, Who Pepper-Sprayed Girl, Are Suspended

Tuesday, February 02, 2021

Police officers in Rochester, N.Y., who handcuffed and pepper-sprayed a 9-year-old girl in distress after a family dispute, are suspended — following the release of body-cam footage of the ordeal.

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Pride And Excitement At Howard University, Harris' Alma Mater

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Howard marching band members and dancers are thrilled to escort Vice President Harris during the inauguration parade. "I honestly can't believe it's happening," one student said.

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Election 2020: Cities And Businesses Prepare For Post-Election Unrest, Violence

Monday, November 02, 2020

Across the country, there are growing concerns that the bitterness and animosity over the presidential election will not end when the polls close.

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Breonna Taylor's Family Speaks Out After Grand Jury's Decision

Friday, September 25, 2020

The family of Breonna Taylor spoke publicly on Friday for the first time since a Kentucky grand jury declined to indict any of the officers directly in her death.

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Rochester Officers Suspended Over Death Of Daniel Prude

Friday, September 04, 2020

The mayor of Rochester, N.Y., has ordered the immediate suspension of seven police officers over the death of Daniel Prude, a Black man who died after being restrained during his arrest in March.

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Rochester, N.Y., Police Officers Involved In Daniel Prude's Death Are Suspended

Thursday, September 03, 2020

The seven officers involved in Daniel Prude's death have been suspended a day after Prude's family released the video of his March encounter with Rochester, N.Y., city police.

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Daniel Prude's Death Ruled A Homicide. He Was Restrained By Police

Thursday, September 03, 2020

There's outraged over the death of Daniel Prude in Rochester, N.Y., which happened in March. Body camera footage from his encounter with police was released Wednesday.

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Crowdsourced Border Wall Donors Disturbed By Fraud And Money Laundering Charges

Friday, August 21, 2020

Some donors have gotten their money back after contributing to "We Build the Wall." Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and other officials at the nonprofit are accused of bilking donors.

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