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Tag: george floyd

Information To Know About Daunte Wright's Fatal Traffic Stop
In Defense of Black Lives · News

Information To Know About Daunte Wright's Fatal Traffic Stop

The 20-year-old was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
By D'Shonda Brown · Apr 13, 2021
Residents Outraged After Minneapolis Police Shoot and Kill Black Man During Traffic Stop 
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Residents Outraged After Minneapolis Police Shoot and Kill Black Man During Traffic Stop 

Daunte Wright, 20, told his mother that he was pulled over for having air fresheners hanging from his rear-view mirror.
By Ashlee Banks · Apr 12, 2021
Trial Underway in Minneapolis for Ex-Police Officer Accused in George Floyd’s Death
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Trial Underway in Minneapolis for Ex-Police Officer Accused in George Floyd’s Death

Floyd’s family, legal team and activists call for swift justice.
By Donna Owens · Mar 29, 2021
Black Owned Greeting Card Company Teams Up With George Floyd’s Family To Demand Justice  
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Black Owned Greeting Card Company Teams Up With George Floyd’s Family To Demand Justice  

People can send pre-written letters to politicians and lawmakers.
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 24, 2021
Judge Denies Request To Delay Or Move Derek Chauvin Murder Trial 
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Judge Denies Request To Delay Or Move Derek Chauvin Murder Trial 

“I don't think there's any place in the state of Minnesota that has not been subjected to extreme amounts of publicity in this case,” said Judge Peter Cahill 
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 20, 2021
Derick Chauvin’s Attorney Asks For Trial to be Delayed or Moved to Another City
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Derick Chauvin’s Attorney Asks For Trial to be Delayed or Moved to Another City

The defense is worried that the city’s $27 million wrongful death settlement with Floyd’s family could potentially sway the jury.
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 16, 2021
Minneapolis Judge Reinstates Third-Degree Murder Charge Against Derek Chauvin
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Minneapolis Judge Reinstates Third-Degree Murder Charge Against Derek Chauvin

The former officer is facing trial for the death of George Floyd.
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 11, 2021
George Floyd's Murder Trial Begins Jury Selection
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George Floyd's Murder Trial Begins Jury Selection

Ex-officer Derek Chauvin’s trial is slated to begin March 29 in Minneapolis
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 8, 2021
Only One George Floyd Relative Allowed in Court During Chauvin Trial 
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Only One George Floyd Relative Allowed in Court During Chauvin Trial 

“The family is understandably disappointed by this ruling.” - Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci, attorneys for George Floyd's family
By Ashlee Banks · Mar 4, 2021
House Passes the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
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House Passes the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act

The police reform bill now moves to Senate.
By Donna Owens · Mar 4, 2021
George Floyd’s Family Outraged Over Offensive Image, LAPD Launches Internal Investigation
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George Floyd’s Family Outraged Over Offensive Image, LAPD Launches Internal Investigation

LAPD cops shared the Valentine-themed photo of Floyd, which also contained the caption, “you take my breath away.”
By Ashlee Banks · Feb 16, 2021
AG Barr Rejected Derek Chauvin Plea Deal In Murder Of George Floyd
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AG Barr Rejected Derek Chauvin Plea Deal In Murder Of George Floyd

Days after Floyd was killed, the former attorney general reportedly thought it was too soon for Chauvin to plead guilty to third-degree murder.
By Ashlee Banks · Feb 12, 2021
Ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin to Stand Trial Alone in George Floyd Case
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Ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin to Stand Trial Alone in George Floyd Case

"WE RESPECTFULLY DISAGREE WITH THE COURT’S DECISION TO SEVER THREE OF THE DEFENDANTS FROM THE OTHER” - Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison
By Ashlee Banks · Jan 13, 2021
Rapper Lil Baby Sponsored George Floyd's Daughter's Birthday Party
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Rapper Lil Baby Sponsored George Floyd's Daughter's Birthday Party

The festivities included a hair and nail salon, catered food and a space for photo ops.
By Brooklyn White · Dec 17, 2020
The Dos And Dont's Of Protest Clothing
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The Dos And Dont's Of Protest Clothing

As protests go nationwide, here are a few sartorial tips.
By Shelby Hyde · Oct 21, 2020
Derek Chauvin, Officer Charged With The Murder Of George Floyd, Released On $1M Bond
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Derek Chauvin, Officer Charged With The Murder Of George Floyd, Released On $1M Bond

It is unclear at this time how Chauvin paid his bond.
By Brooklyn White · Oct 7, 2020
Parents Of Trayvon Martin, Ahmaud Arbery Thank Naomi Osaka For Wearing Masks During U.S. Open
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Parents Of Trayvon Martin, Ahmaud Arbery Thank Naomi Osaka For Wearing Masks During U.S. Open

Tennis champion Naomi Osaka has been wearing masks bearing the names of Black victims of racial profiling to highlight the need for change.
By Breanna Edwards · Sep 9, 2020
Police Say Pro-Trump Counterprotester Plowed Car Into Black Lives Matter Demonstrators In Times Square
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Police Say Pro-Trump Counterprotester Plowed Car Into Black Lives Matter Demonstrators In Times Square

Police say tempers flared on Thursday night in Times Square as Trump supporters clashed with demonstrators at a Black Lives Matter march.
By Tanya A. Christian · Sep 4, 2020
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