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Stories from June 4, 2020

8:46: A number becomes a potent symbol of police brutality

8:46: A number becomes a potent symbol of police brutality

In the protest movement surrounding George Floyd’s death, a time span has become an important symbol: 8 minutes, 46 seconds. That’s how long prosecutors say the 46-year-old black man was pinned to the ground under a white police officer’s knee before he died last week.
by The Associated Press

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‘Get your knee off our necks'

Hundreds of family, friends, elected officials, celebrities and civil rights activists gathered Thursday at a Minneapolis chapel to honor George Floyd at the first of three memorial services for the man whose killing sparked protests across the nation and world. As the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in his killing sat in jail cells, speakers — whose words were broadcast live — remembered Floyd as a kind man who was always there for his family. They demanded justice. “What we saw on that video was torture,” said attorney Ben Crump. “What we saw on that video was evil. So, America, we proclaim as we memorialize George Floyd, do not cooperate with evil. Protest against evil.” This is an MPR News evening update for Thursday June 4, 2020. Hosted by Britta Greene. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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White defendant allegedly used racial slur after killing Ahmaud Arbery

White defendant allegedly used racial slur after killing Ahmaud Arbery

William "Roddie" Bryan told investigators he overheard Travis McMichael use a racial epithet after fatally shooting a black man in Glynn County, Ga., in February, according to court testimony Thursday by a Georgia Bureau of Investigation official.
by Brakkton Booker

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Faith leaders reflect on the killing of George Floyd

Faith leaders reflect on the killing of George Floyd

The day after George Floyd was memorialized, we heard from three spiritual leaders in the black community about their fears and hopes in this moment.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Fargo leaders, protesters plea for peace instead of violence

Fargo leaders, protesters plea for peace instead of violence

Black leaders in North Dakota's largest city pleaded for calm Thursday in the face of violent threats to disrupt a gathering in memory of George Floyd and advertised the event as a celebration and not a protest. 
by The Associated Press

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Drought takes hold in parts of Minnesota

Drought takes hold in parts of Minnesota

18 percent of Minnesota is now in moderate drought.
by Paul Huttner

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Attorney General Barr defends response to protests near the White House

Attorney General Barr defends response to protests near the White House

U.S. Attorney General William Barr on Thursday defended the decision to order that protesters be driven back from a park near the White House this week and said extremist groups were involved in sometimes violent demonstrations in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
by Brian Naylor

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Weekend forecast: Best rain chances Saturday night and early Sunday

Our weekend will feel summery, with the warmest temperatures and highest dew points on Sunday. A few showers and thunderstorms are possible, but many daytime hours will be dry.
by Ron Trenda

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Former Castile special prosecutor discusses charges against officers in Floyd case

Former Castile special prosecutor discusses charges against officers in Floyd case

Four former Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd are in custody and facing criminal charges. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Don Lewis for more on the charges and how the case might unfold.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Photos: George Floyd remembered in Minneapolis

Photos: George Floyd remembered in Minneapolis

Photos from around Minneapolis show people joining together Thursday to honor George Floyd. His killing has sparked more than a week of peaceful protests demanding justice and widespread unrest in the Twin Cities and across the nation.
by MPR News Staff

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On Tiananmen anniversary, Hong Kong criminalizes mocking China's national anthem

On Tiananmen anniversary, Hong Kong criminalizes mocking China's national anthem

Thousands of people gathered in Hong Kong's Victoria Park to commemorate the victims of the 1989 massacre in Beijing by China's military — even though this year's rallies were officially canceled.
by Emily Feng and Bill Chappell

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State officials agree to give Line 3 permits additional scrutiny

State officials agree to give Line 3 permits additional scrutiny

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency announced that a “contested case hearing” on a draft water quality permit for Line 3 will be held later this summer. The decision further delays the contentious project by at least three months.
by Dan Kraker

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MN National Guard heads to Clay County in anticipation of 'credible threats' in N.D.

MN National Guard heads to Clay County in anticipation of 'credible threats' in N.D.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz late Wednesday night activated the Minnesota National Guard to provide safety and protection for Clay County and surrounding areas during demonstrations planned in North Dakota in the wake of George Floyd’s killing, the Fargo Forum reported.

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Experts: Floyd’s health issues don’t affect homicide ruling

Experts: Floyd’s health issues don’t affect homicide ruling

George Floyd had drugs in his system and severe heart disease when a Minneapolis police officer put a knee to his neck, but independent experts say the medical problems don’t change the conclusion that the handcuffed man’s death was a homicide.
by The Associated Press

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Parts of Minnesota are now in a drought

Parts of Minnesota are now in a drought

A cold front moving across the state brings southern Minnesota another chance for showers and storms, some of which could be severe.  Meanwhile, western and northern portions of the state have been so dry, there are now drought conditions.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Thursday brings another chance for severe weather

A cold front moving across Minnesota Thursday is bringing some isolated showers and storms along with it through the morning. Then, into the afternoon and evening it could cause areas of severe weather.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Protests turn subdued after new charges in Floyd case

Protests turn subdued after new charges in Floyd case

Demonstrations in cities across the U.S. condemning racism and police abuses after the death of George Floyd remained large but had turned notably more subdued on the eve of his Thursday memorial service while prosecutors charged three more police officers and filed a new, tougher charge against the officer at the center of the case.
by The Associated Press

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For Hmong community, George Floyd's death isn't just about black and white

For Hmong community, George Floyd's death isn't just about black and white

George Floyd's death isn't just a story about a black man and the white cop charged with his murder. Among Asian Americans, the involvement of Hmong officer Tou Thao is stirring a racial debate.
by Ashley Westerman , Noel King and Matt Kwong

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Sharpton at George Floyd's Minneapolis memorial service: ‘Get your knee off our necks'

Sharpton at George Floyd's Minneapolis memorial service: ‘Get your knee off our necks'

The Rev. Al Sharpton and an attorney for George Floyd’s family called for justice during the Minneapolis service that was broadcast live. It’s the first of several memorial services to be held for Floyd in three cities over six days.
by MPR News Staff

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Series of memorials for Floyd

The memorial services to honor George Floyd will be held in three cities over six days, with a chance for mourners to pay their respects in the communities where he was born, grew up, and died — Houston, Raeford, N.C., and Minneapolis. The Minneapolis memorial is set for Thursday at North Central University in Minneapolis. It’s a private, invitation-only event, according to a university representative.  This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday June 4, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Bail set at $1M for 3 cops charged in Floyd’s killing

Bail set at $1M for 3 cops charged in Floyd’s killing

Unconditional bail was set Thursday at $1 million each for three ex-Minneapolis officers charged with aiding and abetting in George Floyd’s killing. Two had only been on the job a few days. The training officer for one? Derek Chauvin, now charged with murder in Floyd’s killing.
by MPR News Staff

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NIH director hopes for at least 1 safe and effective vaccine by year's end

NIH director hopes for at least 1 safe and effective vaccine by year's end

Dr. Francis Collins says some candidates for a coronavirus vaccine will be ready to start large-scale human trials as early as next month. Scaling up production may start before tests are complete.
by Sarah McCammon

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As rebuilding begins, these volunteers are making sure businesses get the tools they need

As rebuilding begins, these volunteers are making sure businesses get the tools they need

Fires and vandalism after the killing of George Floyd have left swaths of Minneapolis in need of repair. While the cleanup, in many cases, began hours after riots subsided, the harder work of rebuilding is just gearing up. In north Minneapolis, a bar and a plant shop have teamed up to help businesses start that process.
by Alex Baumhardt

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Former Defense Secretary Mattis issues stunning rebuke of Trump

Former Defense Secretary Mattis issues stunning rebuke of Trump

Jim Mattis, who resigned as Trump's defense secretary nearly a year-and-a-half ago, accuses the president of dividing the nation and warns against "militarizing our response" to protests.
by Scott Neuman and Mark Katkov

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Poet and activist Maya Angelou at the 1984 Westminster Town Hall Forum

Poet and activist Maya Angelou at the 1984 Westminster Town Hall Forum

Poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou, speaking in 1984 at the Westminster Town Hall Forum in Minneapolis.

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Democratic governors to GOP counterparts: Oppose deployment

Democratic governors to GOP counterparts: Oppose deployment

Democratic governors say they want a bipartisan statement from all governors opposing President Donald Trump's threatened deployment of the U.S. military to quell unrest stemming from protests over the police killing of George Floyd. 
by The Associated Press

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