

Nation Dec 18

The six-month probe focused on the NYPD's institutional planning and response to the May and June protests and not the actions of individual officers.
By Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press
Arts Nov 24

In July, he gave a fiery, impassioned speech at a London protest after George Floyd's death. And in a GQ interview in September, Boyega criticized the makers of "Star Wars" for its uncertain handling of his character.
By Jake Coyle, Associated Press
Politics Nov 03

George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Rayshard Brooks: Their names re-energized the Black Lives Matter movement and put race at the center of this year’s general election. On Election Day, their loved ones will await signs that their public grief…
By Aaron Morrison, Associated Press
Nation Oct 28

Philadelphia protests over the killing of Walter Wallace Jr. represent only the latest in a year of nationwide demonstrations against racism and police violence. The ongoing movement has captured attention and provided political fodder -- but it also reflects a…
By Amna Nawaz, Saher Khan
Oct 26

By Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press
Two civil rights organizations are suing New York City on behalf of protesters who say they were roughed up by police officers because they expressed anti-police views during nightly demonstrations in the spring in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
Sep 10

By Associated Press
The mayor said he still wants police to respond aggressively to prevent violence and vandalism. Hundreds of people have been arrested since the protests started in May.
Aug 31

By Associated Press
The picture of American cities overwhelmed by violence has become a central theme of the 2020 presidential race. The reality on the ground is much more nuanced.
Aug 25

By Larry Lage, Associated Press
Lions coach Matt Patricia opened the team's morning meeting by allowing players to share their thoughts on the shooting of Jacob Blake, who is paralyzed from the waist down.
Jul 31

By Gillian Flaccus, Associated Press
The first nightly protest in Portland, Oregon, since a deal was struck for federal agents to withdraw from the city was largely peaceful after state troopers took over protecting a federal courthouse.
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