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Black Lives Matter network establishes $12M grant fund

Black Lives Matter network establishes $12M grant fund

The Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation has established a fund worth more than $12 million to aid organizations fighting institutional racism, in the wake of the George Floyd protests.
by The Associated Press

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Not 8:46: Actual time Floyd was being knelt on off by one minute, prosecutors say

Not 8:46: Actual time Floyd was being knelt on off by one minute, prosecutors say

Since George Floyd was killed, eight minutes and 46 seconds has become part of the rallying cry in worldwide protests. But prosecutors on Wednesday acknowledged that the actual time is seven minutes and 46 seconds. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says that the one minute error made no difference in the decision to file charges.
by Matt Sepic

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Officer who shot Rayshard Brooks charged with felony murder

Prosecutors brought murder charges against the white Atlanta police officer who shot Rayshard Brooks in the back, saying that the black man posed no threat when he was gunned down and that the officer kicked him and offered no medical treatment as he lay dying on the ground.
by The Associated Press

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AP-NORC poll: Sweeping change in U.S. views of police violence

AP-NORC poll: Sweeping change in U.S. views of police violence

A dramatic shift has taken place in the nation’s opinions on policing and race, as a new poll finds that more Americans today than five years ago believe police brutality is a very serious problem that too often goes undisciplined and unequally targets black Americans.
by The Associated Press

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Black leaders say Fargo officials aren't addressing demands

Black leaders say Fargo officials aren't addressing demands

Fargo's mayor and police chief are responding to complaints they have stopped talking with black leaders in the city about a list of demands that grew out of protests over George Floyd's death and racial inequality.
by The Associated Press

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Target, Best Buy, U.S. Bank make Juneteenth a company holiday

Target, Best Buy, U.S. Bank make Juneteenth a company holiday

Best Buy is joining Target and U.S. Bank with plans to observe Juneteenth, the June 19 celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, as a company holiday.
by Tim Nelson

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Republicans' police reform bill focuses on transparency and training

Republicans' police reform bill focuses on transparency and training

Led by Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., Republicans are unveiling their legislative response to the national outcry for an overhaul of police practices, seeking to rebuild faith in the justice system.
by Claudia Grisales

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Aunt Jemima brand retired by Quaker due to racial stereotype

Aunt Jemima brand retired by Quaker due to racial stereotype

A spokesperson for Pepsico-owned Quaker Oats said it recognized Aunt Jemima's origins are based on a racial stereotype. The name and image will be replaced on products and advertising by the fourth quarter of 2020.
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For some Minneapolis residents, dismantling the police isn’t far-fetched

For some Minneapolis residents, dismantling the police isn’t far-fetched

During the unrest in the days following the police killing of George Floyd, some residents banded together to defend themselves. They say those lessons can help reimagine a community-led public safety program that’s organized and ready to protect their neighborhoods.
by Riham Feshir

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