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Minneapolis Hiring Social Media Influencers to Make City-Approved Posts During George Floyd Trial

"The goal is to increase access to information to communities that do not typically follow mainstream news sources or City communications channels."

Jack Davis, The Western Journal February 28, 2021

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DOJ Revives Probe Into George Floyd’s Death: Report

The Times cited two people with direct knowledge of the investigation.

Reuters February 23, 2021

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Time Magazine Reveals the 4 Finalists for the 2020 ‘Person of the Year’

The "Person of the Year" will be someone who has affected the news, "for better or worse."

Madison Summers December 10, 2020

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Judge Dismisses One Murder Charge Against Ex-Police Officer in Floyd Death

A judge dismissed the third-degree murder charge.

Reuters October 22, 2020

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Officer Involved in Search Warrant: Breonna Taylor Shooting ‘Not a Race Thing’

"It's not."

Madison Summers October 21, 2020

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Barrett Shares How Video of George Floyd’s Death Affected Her Family

"All of this was erupting, it was very difficult for her, we wept together in my room."

Bradley Cortright October 13, 2020

Ex-Police Officer on Bail in George Floyd Case Allowed To Leave Minnesota

The order means that Chauvin can live in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa or Wisconsin.

Reuters October 10, 2020

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Former Police Officer Charged in George Floyd’s Death Released on $1 Million Bond

Chauvin's unconditional bail had been set at $1.25 million, or $1 million with conditions.

Reuters October 7, 2020

Judge Bars ‘Sloppy’ Prosecutors From Case of Ex-Cops Charged in George Floyd’s Death

It was the first time all four defendants appeared together since the May 25 death of Floyd.

Reuters September 12, 2020

More Than 90 Percent of Summer Protests Were Peaceful, Report Shows

The report breaks down the number of protests in comparison to how many escalated to violence.

Meaghan Ellis September 4, 2020

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US Schools Revamp Curricula in Response To Black Lives Matter

"We're getting to the quintessential work of trying to put race, equity and inclusion inside of our curriculum."

Reuters August 21, 2020

George Floyd’s Brother Urges Americans to ‘Carry on the Fight for Justice,’ Cites Late Rep. John Lewis

He delivered a speech at the Democratic National Convention.

Madison Summers August 18, 2020

Minneapolis Police Bodycam Videos Show Struggle Before Floyd Death

The footage began at 8:09 p.m. on May 25 as Lane and Kueng approached Floyd's vehicle and quickly escalated after Lane drew his gun.

Reuters August 12, 2020

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NBA Players Protest Racial Injustice as League Returns to Action

"It's an opportunity to use this platform to spread a lot of positivity and love throughout the whole world."

Reuters July 31, 2020

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Support Dips for Protests, but Many Americans Reject Trump’s Response: Reuters/Ipsos Poll

The poll follows a series of late-night clashes between protesters and federal police in Portland.

Reuters July 29, 2020

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Federal Agents Pull Out of Seattle, Mayor Says

The mayor says U.S. Border Patrol Tactical Unit agents had left Seattle.

Reuters July 29, 2020

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US Congress Pushing Homeland Security for Details on Protest Surveillance

They asked for copies of anything related to anti-racism and anti-police violence protests generated by the department's Intelligence and Analysis uni…

Reuters July 28, 2020

Chris Christie Defends Trump Admin Sending Federal Agents Into Cities

Christie explained why he is defending the administration's decision.

Meaghan Ellis July 27, 2020

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US Watchdog to Probe Use of Force in Portland; Federal Agents to Seattle on Standby

"The CBP team will be on standby in the area, should they be required."

Reuters July 24, 2020

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Portland Mayor Is Tear-Gassed in Another Night of Unrest in US City

"They’re not wanted here."

Reuters July 23, 2020

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