'It is time for America to examine our tragic failures': George W. Bush speaks on George Floyd death
Former President George W. Bush weighed in on the death of George Floyd with a lengthy statement issued on Tuesday, saying he and former first lady Laura Bush “are anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd, who died during an encounter with Minneapolis police May 25.
Former President George W. Bush weighed in on the death of George Floyd with a lengthy statement issued on Tuesday, saying he and former first lady Laura Bush “are anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd, who died during an encounter with Minneapolis police May 25.
Trump offers 'domination' of DC protests as model for states
Claiming he is backed by a “silent majority," President Donald Trump turned the nation’s capital into a model for the overwhelming force he believes critical to stop sometimes-violent protests that have spread across the country in a time of racial unrest.
Claiming he is backed by a “silent majority," President Donald Trump turned the nation’s capital into a model for the overwhelming force he believes critical to stop sometimes-violent protests that have spread across the country in a time of racial unrest.
Kennedy Center to go dark for 9 days to honor the last minutes of George Floyd's life
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will be completely dimmed for nine nights in honor of the final nine minutes of George Floyd's life.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will be completely dimmed for nine nights in honor of the final nine minutes of George Floyd's life.
Cicero asks locals to stay home after 2 die in unrest following George Floyd's death
Authorities in a Chicago suburb where two people were fatally shot in unrest following George Floyd’s death issued fresh safety precautions Tuesday.
Authorities in a Chicago suburb where two people were fatally shot in unrest following George Floyd’s death issued fresh safety precautions Tuesday.
Tensions mar Paris protest as Floyd outrage goes global
George Floyd's death sparked protests across the United States and the world.
George Floyd's death sparked protests across the United States and the world.
Biden blasts Trump's 'narcissism' in new phase of campaign
“I call on the Congress to act this month," Biden said, urging lawmakers to start “with real police reform" and citing proposed legislation outlawing choke holds.
“I call on the Congress to act this month," Biden said, urging lawmakers to start “with real police reform" and citing proposed legislation outlawing choke holds.
George Floyd family attorney says Biden to attend funeral
Ben Crump, the attorney for Floyd’s family, announced details of Floyd’s memorial services—one set in Minneapolis this Thursday, North Carolina on Saturday, and Houston on Monday--during an interview with "Team Roc" on Tuesday.
Ben Crump, the attorney for Floyd’s family, announced details of Floyd’s memorial services—one set in Minneapolis this Thursday, North Carolina on Saturday, and Houston on Monday--during an interview with "Team Roc" on Tuesday.
Polk Sheriff Grady Judd recommends residents shoot looters who break into homes
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd didn't mince words at Monday's news conference when it came to looters.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd didn't mince words at Monday's news conference when it came to looters.
Rioters target police across US; 4 shot in St. Louis, 1 in Vegas, Bronx hit-and-run caught on video
Police officers across the U.S. were targeted in shootings and vehicular attacks Monday night as protests continued in major cities for the seventh night despite President Trump’s vow to clamp down on violence.
Police officers across the U.S. were targeted in shootings and vehicular attacks Monday night as protests continued in major cities for the seventh night despite President Trump’s vow to clamp down on violence.
Peaceful protesters don't want message behind George Floyd rallies overshadowed by violence
Two very different stories can be told about what happened over the weekend in Los Angeles and across the nation. One demonstrates solidarity among people of all races, doing whatever they can to make sure that the message isn't lost in translation: black individuals are not being treated as first-class citizens in the United States and the death of George Floyd can't be another statistic. The other attempts to distract from that message by whatever means possible in hopes of capitalizing on a divided nation in order to shatter our dreams of unity.
Two very different stories can be told about what happened over the weekend in Los Angeles and across the nation. One demonstrates solidarity among people of all races, doing whatever they can to make sure that the message isn't lost in translation: black individuals are not being treated as first-class citizens in the United States and the death of George Floyd can't be another statistic. The other attempts to distract from that message by whatever means possible in hopes of capitalizing on a divided nation in order to shatter our dreams of unity.
Biden: President Trump 'consumed' by ego, not leading during crisis
Joe Biden plans to deliver remarks on the unrest gripping the U.S. on Tuesday in Philadelphia.
Joe Biden plans to deliver remarks on the unrest gripping the U.S. on Tuesday in Philadelphia.
Chicago pastor condemns looting and rioting: 'We have to find another way'
In the wake of nationwide protests prompted by the police-involved death of George Floyd, Chicago pastor Corey Brooks appeared on “Fox & Friends” Tuesday to condemn the rioting that occurred in the Windy City.
In the wake of nationwide protests prompted by the police-involved death of George Floyd, Chicago pastor Corey Brooks appeared on “Fox & Friends” Tuesday to condemn the rioting that occurred in the Windy City.
Family-ordered autopsy: George Floyd died of asphyxia due to sustained pressure
Attorney Ben Crump, who represents the family of George Floyd, held a news conference Monday sharing the results of the separate autopsy the team had called for earlier in the week.
Attorney Ben Crump, who represents the family of George Floyd, held a news conference Monday sharing the results of the separate autopsy the team had called for earlier in the week.
Illinois man federally charged for rioting passed out explosives in Minneapolis
A 28-year-old Illinois man is facing federal charges for rioting and possessing explosive devices after he traveled to Minneapolis last week amidst the unrest caused by the death of George Floyd.
A 28-year-old Illinois man is facing federal charges for rioting and possessing explosive devices after he traveled to Minneapolis last week amidst the unrest caused by the death of George Floyd.
Lightfoot defends downtown restrictions as unrest spread
Several aldermen blamed the first-term mayor for not doing enough to protect neighborhood businesses.
Several aldermen blamed the first-term mayor for not doing enough to protect neighborhood businesses.
Medical examiner: Floyd's heart stopped while restrained
Under "other significant conditions” it said Floyd suffered from heart disease and hypertension, and listed fentanyl intoxication and recent methamphetamine use. Those factors were not listed under cause of death.
Under "other significant conditions” it said Floyd suffered from heart disease and hypertension, and listed fentanyl intoxication and recent methamphetamine use. Those factors were not listed under cause of death.
Floyd Mayweather to pay for George Floyd's funeral services
Legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather will pay for George Floyd’s funeral services.
Legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather will pay for George Floyd’s funeral services.
FBI asks for tips and ‘digital media’ to ID people inciting violence during George Floyd protests
As protests over the death of George Floyd grip the nation, with some demonstrations devolving into violent clashes with police, the FBI has called on the public to turn in individuals who are “actively instigating violence during First Amendment protected peaceful demonstrations.”
As protests over the death of George Floyd grip the nation, with some demonstrations devolving into violent clashes with police, the FBI has called on the public to turn in individuals who are “actively instigating violence during First Amendment protected peaceful demonstrations.”
Trump warns governors he’ll deploy military across US to ‘solve the problem for them’ amid protests
The president said that he has strongly recommended to every governor to deploy National Guard in sufficient numbers to “dominate” the streets until violence has been quelled.
The president said that he has strongly recommended to every governor to deploy National Guard in sufficient numbers to “dominate” the streets until violence has been quelled.
No injuries reported, driver arrested after truck drives into crowd of protesters in Minneapolis
UPDATE: Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington confirmed Monday it appears Sunday's incident was not an intentional act. The driver was already on the freeway when it closed and did not go around any barricades.
UPDATE: Minnesota Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington confirmed Monday it appears Sunday's incident was not an intentional act. The driver was already on the freeway when it closed and did not go around any barricades.