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Ferguson events draw Obama into national conversation on race

By Julie Pace, Associated Press

The president decided to speak on the issues in Ferguson after receiving a late-night briefing Wednesday from Attorney General Eric Holder on the violence that had escalated while Obama mingled with former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary…

From Michael Brown to the Central Park Five, race changes how victims are portrayed

By Sarah McHaney

While the unfolding events in Ferguson, Missouri, continue to disturb observers around the country, the emerging narrative is familiar. Historian Craig Steven Wilder offers his take on how citizens are responding in the streets and on social media, as well…

Governor announces Missouri Highway Patrol to provide security in Ferguson

By News Desk and Associated Press

Gov. Jay Nixon was scheduled to speak to press and community members at 4 p.m.

Ferguson police chief, Sen. McCaskill speak at news conference

By News Desk

Ferguson, Missouri police chief Thomas Jackson spoke to the press Thursday, calling the situation in the St. Louis suburb a "powder keg," but said that law enforcement was aiming to "facilitate" the protests.

Family of slain Missouri teen calls for calm after protest violence

By PBS News Hour

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Killing of a Missouri teenager by police triggers unrest and outcries for answers

By PBS News Hour

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Police shoot and kill unarmed teen, sparking riots in Ferguson, Missouri

By Colleen Shalby

Michael Brown’s mother Lesley McSpadden said her her son was shot eight times following an altercation with an unidentified officer.

FEMA Director Resigns Amid Criticism Over Hurricane Response

By PBS News Hour

Michael Brown, head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, resigned Monday following a barrage of criticism of his agency's handling of the Hurricane Katrina relief effort.