"George Floyd Death"

Aquatennial 2020 Canceled; Organizers Say It Doesn't 'Feel Like The Time To Celebrate'

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and in the wake of George Floyd’s death, there will not be an Aquatennial celebration in Minneapolis this year. Katie Johnston reports.

George Floyd Death: Protesters File Another Lawsuit Against Denver Police

The class action lawsuit is seeking damages on behalf of all protesters over "alleged wrongful curfew arrests and unconstitutional assaults the Denver Police made on peaceful protesters and following..

9-Year-Old Girl Who Witnessed George Floyd’s Death Pens Book

Reg Chapman spoke with Judeah Reynolds, who is hoping to use her traumatic experience to promote healing (2:10).WCCO 4 News At 6 - June 30, 2020

Some Black-Owned Businesses Seeing Boost

Since the death of George Floyd, Some Black-owned businesses are getting a big boost in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, reports Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield (1:55).WCCO 4 News At 6 - June 30,..

All 4 Officers Involved In George Floyd’s Death Appear In Court; Judge Warns Of Possible Move Of Trial

One of the four fired officers accused in George Floyd's murder intends to plead not guilty, Esme Murphy reports (2:03). WCCO 4 News at 5 – June 29, 2020

Local mother writes song after George Floyd's death

A local mother writes a song after the death of George Floyd.

All 4 Ex-Officers In George Floyd’s Death To Appear For 2nd Pretrial Hearings

All four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd are due court Monday. (1:11)WCCO Mid-Morning - June 29, 2020

Trump retweets clip of man chanting 'white power'

[NFA] U.S. President Donald Trump retweeted a video showing one of his supporters in Florida shouting "white power" at protesters of his administration, drawing rebukes from allies and adversaries as..

Merged Police-Firefighter Department Makes Sunnyvale Model for City Reform

Minneapolis approved a plan to create a new public safety system in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death. As it happens, Sunnyvale has been operating under that model since 1950. Kenny Choi reports...

Ruling Nixes Cameras At Preliminary Hearing In George Floyd's Death

WCCO and other media outlets requested cameras be allowed, and the officers attorney's want them too. Today they filed a motion, calling them necessary for their clients to get a fair trial, Jennifer..

ACLU Sues City Of Denver Over Protests

The ACLU says police violated protesters rights by using chemicals and non-lethal bullets.

Senate Hearings Aim To Fix Blame For Destructive Riots

State Sen. Paul Gazelka has announced hearings to determine who’s responsible for allowing the violence and destruction in the Twin Cities to happen in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death,..

The Death Of George Floyd: 1 Month On

A lot has happened since George Floyd's death, both here in the Twin Cities and across the country, reports Frank Vascellaro (2:17).WCCO 4 News At 5 - June 25, 2020

Alabama couple embarks on prayer journey at protests across the South

After seeing racial tensions rise across the nation in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, a Florence couple set out on a journey that would take their outreach across five state lines.

Senate GOP Calls For Accountability After Twin Cities Unrest

Republican hearings will start next week and Republicans say they want answers to who allowed looters to go on rampages in the days after George Floyd's death, Esme Murphy reports (1:39). WCCO 4 News..

CrossFit Founder Sells Gym Business Amid George Floyd Backlash

CrossFit Gyms founder, Greg Glassman, has reportedly sold his business and stepped down as CEO following the backlash from controversial comments he made about George Floyd's death.

George Floyd death renews painful memories for Tanisha Anderson's family

The death of George Floyd is renewing painful memories for the family of a Cleveland woman who died under similar circumstances after being restrained by Cleveland police nearly six years ago.

City Council takes first steps towards Cincinnati police policy reform

Cincinnati City council took the first steps Tuesday towards potential police reforms that many in the city have been calling for in the wake of George Floyd’s death and nationwide protests.

Amnesty plan for non-violent protesters advances

Dozens of people were arrested for non-violent offenses during Kansas City protests over George Floyd's death. Now, there's a push for amnesty.

What has changed since George Floyd's death

Arizona protesters say they won't give up on police reform.

Local man hopes app will help bridge gap between Minnesota police, residents

A Sarasota man is using an app he originally created for active shooter situations, to bridge the divide between Minnesota law enforcement of residents. This comes on the heels of George Floyd's death.

Black Lives Matter marches past Buckingham Palace

Demonstrators taking part in the Black Lives Matter protest have marched past Buckingham Palace today, chanting slogans aimed at highlighting racial injustices and inequalities in the wake of George..

California police officer suspended for allegedly making fun of George Floyd’s death, other racist texts

An officer with the National City Police Department is under investigation for allegedly making racist statements in a private text-message exchange with a family member that wound up becoming public.

Experts talk about how policing may change in wake of George Floyd’s death

It was the spark that began the revolution. Video of George Floyd’s death ignited protests around the country and opened up a dialogue for police reform.

Racist, homophobic graffiti spray painted along Alabama overpass

In the midst of national civil unrest in the wake of George Floyd’s death, racist and homophobic speech was spray painted on an overpass in Huntsville over the weekend.