Different faiths joining together to stand against racism
They may have different religious beliefs but that isn’t stopping droves of people from coming together to stand against inequality, racism and hate.
Houston protesters starting to test positive for COVID-19
Protesters who took over Houston streets nearly two weeks ago are now starting to test positive for COVID-19.
UN Human Rights Council to hold ‘urgent debate’ on racism and police brutality on June 17
The organization made its announcement on June 15.
Barbra Streisand gifts George Floyd’s daughter, Gianna Floyd, Disney stock
Gianna made the announcement on her Instagram page.
DC mayor sued over 'Black Lives Matter' street painting
A lawsuit is challenging Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser’s move to paint “Black Lives Matter” in giant yellow letters down the city’s 16th Street near the White House, alleging she is violating the First Amendment’s establishment clause by showing a preference to what it calls a “cult orthodoxy.”
Senate GOP to restrict police chokeholds in emerging bill
With Trump set to announce executive actions on law enforcement as soon as Tuesday, the crush of activity shows how quickly police violence and racial prejudice are transforming national party priorities.
Floyd family attorney says calls for defunding police not coming from their camp
In an interview with Fox News Sunday, George Floyd’s brother, Philonise Floyd spoke out following his testimony before a House Judiciary Committee hearing on police accountability last week.
Virtual art gallery honoring George Floyd launched from Fort Bend Co.
Young artists from around the world are joining in on a project launched right in Fort Bend County.
Local businesses face backlash over George Floyd social media posts
Some local businesses have gotten a firestorm of backlash over social media posts following the death of George Floyd, and accusations of racism have turned into trouble for business owners.
HPD officer under internal investigation & relieved of duty after racist social media rant
A 25-year Houston police veteran is under internal investigation and has been relieved of duty after he wrote a lengthy Facebook post telling Blacks how to fix their problems and explaining why they are in such bad condition.
Depression and anxiety rates spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s death, survey finds
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Scottish Parliament votes in favor of immediate suspension of tear gas, rubber bullet exports to US
In response to police brutality and racial injustice that has ignited protests around the world since the death of George Floyd during an encounter with Minneapolis police, the Scottish Parliament voted in favor of the immediate suspension of exports of riot gear from the U.K. to the U.S.
Experts: Police 'woefully undertrained' in use of force
Seattle officers captured on video punching a protester and pressing a knee into another's neck appear to violate policies on using force against suspects.
Chicago cops seen 'lounging' during looting were asked to be in congressman's office, FOP and sources say
The leader of the Chicago police union -- and sources -- are sharing a different side of the story with FOX 32. They claim the officers were told they could be in Congressman Rush's office.
Army Gen. Mark Milley says he was wrong to accompany Trump on church walk
“I should not have been there,” the Joint Chiefs chairman said in remarks to a National Defense University commencement ceremony.
Users who say ‘All Lives Matter’ to Apple’s Siri are given information about Black Lives Matter
Some individuals have been using the message “All Lives Matter” following protests over police brutality against minorities in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
‘Insensitive, wrong and racist:’ Trainer on leave over ‘I Can’t Breathe’ workout at Wisconsin gym
An Anytime Fitness in Wauwatosa is catching major heat over posting a workout titled, "I Can't Breathe," TMZ reported Wednesday, June 10. Some have said the workout sign was wrong, if not racist. With controversy growing, the corporate office issued a statement slamming the workout. Members said they have a lot of questions, too.
What cities and states are doing to reform policing policies following George Floyd's death
States and cities across the United States are looking to reform policing policies in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
GOP lawmakers aim to craft changes to police practices
Despite President Donald Trump’s “law and order” approach to demonstrations over the death of George Floyd, Republicans in Congress are quickly, if quietly, trying to craft legislation to change police practices and accountability.


















