Sandra Bland
Sandra Bland Filmed Her Own Traffic Stop And The Video Has Just Been Released
"I will light you up," a state trooper told Bland while pointing a stun gun at her. She died in police custody three days later.
Sandra Bland's Mother Calls $1.9 Million Wrongful Death Lawsuit Settlement "Monumental"
The deal will also include sweeping changes to police practices in Waller County, Texas.
Black People Talked About Why They Fear Police And How It Affects Their Lives
"You don't know how the script works because it's nonexistent."
Black People Discussed Police Brutality And How It Affects Them
“It was unbelievable in the fact that it wasn’t unbelievable.”
Sweeping Changes Recommended At Texas Jail Where Sandra Bland Died
A civilian committee said they came to their recommendations independently, and hoped it would restore community confidence in law enforcement.
Texas Trooper Charged With Perjury In Sandra Bland Death Is Fired
Bland's death sparked protests and attracted the attention of Black Lives Matter activists. Her death was eventually ruled a suicide.
Sandra Bland’s Mother Says Texas Trooper Indictment “Makes No Difference”
Bland’s family members said they are still waiting for details from the day the 28-year-old was arrested for an alleged traffic violation.
Texas Trooper Charged In Sandra Bland Case To Appeal Termination
State trooper Brian Encinia was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly lying in a report about how the arrest unfolded in July. He turned himself in Thursday and was released on $2,500 bond.
Grand Jury Decides Not To Indict Anyone For Sandra Bland's Death
The attorney representing Bland's family told BuzzFeed News they were "disappointed to find that their suspicions came to fruition."
How Sandra Bland's Historically Black College Town Is — And Isn't — Remembering Her
In the wake of Sandra Bland's arrest and subsequent death this summer, a small group of dedicated friends and supporters banded together in a quest to bring her justice. But why haven't most students at Prairie View A&M — Bland's historically black alma mater — been quick to join their cause?
Authorities To Investigate Police Tasering Of Texas Councilman In Same Town As Sandra Bland's Arrest
Prairie View Councilman Jonathan Miller was tasered on Thursday night and charged with resisting arrest. One of the officers involved in the confrontation also arrested Sandra Bland in July.
Janelle Monáe Calls Out Police Brutality With New Song
"Hell You Talmbout" is a bop with a chilling message.
Every Day Something Has Tried To Kill Me
"Being a black child in America means confronting the fragility of your life at a young age."
Sandra Bland's Family Files Federal Lawsuit Over Her Death
The family is suing Trooper Brian Encinia, who first pulled over Bland's car, as well as the Texas Department of Public Safety and Waller County.
The Texas Trooper Who Arrested Sandra Bland Was Previously Disciplined
Trooper Brian Encinia was disciplined for "unprofessional conduct" in the fall of 2014, according to records obtained by the Associated Press on Friday.
7 Essays To Read This Week: Platonic Pairings, The Angry Black Woman Trope, And Naked Moms
This week, Huda Hassan writes about the "Angry Black Woman" archetype used to silence black women. Read that and other essays from Jezebel, Hyperallergic, Jacobin Mag, and more.
This Sandra Bland Mural In Canada Was Defaced Just Hours After Going Up
"This will not be accepted."
New Jail Footage Of Sandra Bland Is Released To Dispel Mugshot Rumors
Waller County officials released the new footage to prove that Bland was "alive and well" when her mugshot was taken to counter social media rumors that she was deceased in the photo.
Investigation Into Sandra Bland's Death Will Be Independently Reviewed
The committee of former prosecutors and criminal defense attorneys will review the evidence of Bland's arrest during a July 10 traffic stop and her death in a Texas jail cell three days later.
Loretta Lynch: Sandra Bland Case Shows Importance Of Police De-Escalation Training
The Attorney General described Bland's death as a "tragic, tragic situation."
Inmate Says Sandra Bland Was Distraught Before She Was Found Dead
A Texas jail inmate told a local TV news station she tried to calm Sandra Bland, who was in a neighboring cell, but that she believes the 28-year-old committed suicide.
Texas Officials Release Full Sandra Bland Autopsy, Results Show No Signs Of Homicide
Waller County sheriff officials said they believe Bland died in her cell the morning of July 13, from asphyxiation with a trash bag, three days after she was pulled over for not using her turn signal and then arrested for allegedly assaulting an officer.
Perry: Sandra Bland Death "Needs To Be Investigated With Great Transparency"
"Just be very, very transparent in the investigation, and lay the facts out, and the facts will speak for themselves — as they should."
People Are Speculating That Sandra Bland Was Already Dead When Authorities Took Her Mugshot
Many people on social media believe the details surrounding Sandra Bland's jail cell death are inconsistent and don't add up — but almost all evidence points to the contrary, especially after prosecutors on July 28 released video of Bland having her mugshot taken.
Trooper's Account Of Sandra Bland Arrest Differed From What Was Caught On Video
Texas Trooper Brian Encinia's version to his sergeant of the heated confrontation between him and Sandra Bland differed from what was captured by his dash cam, a review of the footage shows.
Sandra Bland Told Jailers She Had Attempted Suicide In 2014
The woman found hanged in her Texas jail cell told authorities she tried to kill herself after she lost a baby in 2014. A voicemail sent by Bland while in jail has also surfaced.
Dashcam Video Of Sandra Bland Arrest Shows Heated Confrontation
The video was released Tuesday after Texas officials promised a thorough and transparent investigation into the jailhouse death of the 28-year-old woman.
Sandra Bland's Jail Cell Death To Be Investigated As Murder
Texas officials, who are expected to release two videos this week connected to the death of Sandra Bland, said the case will be given a "thorough and exhaustive review."
Family Of Sandra Bland Seeks Independent Autopsy Following Jail Death
Authorities have said Sandra Bland died by self-inflicted asphyxiation, but her family is expecting another opinion in the next several days.
Family Attorney: Dashcam Video Of Sandra Bland's Arrest Shows Texas Trooper Trying To Pull Her Out Of Her Car
The attorney for Sandra Bland, who was found dead of an apparent suicide in her jail cell three days after a traffic stop arrest, said that dashcam video shows she did not strike the trooper. The Texas Department of Public Safety said it had identified procedural violations in her arrest.
