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A Former Minneapolis Police Officer Who Pressed His Knee Into George Floyd's Back Was Sentenced To Additional Prison Time
J. Alexander Kueng is already serving a three-year federal sentence after being convicted in February of violating Floyd’s civil rights for failing to intervene in his killing.
Derek Chauvin Has Been Sentenced To 21 Years In Prison For Violating George Floyd's Civil Rights
The former Minneapolis police officer's federal sentence will be served concurrently with his 22-and-a-half-year state sentence.
The Three Former Cops Involved In George Floyd's Killing Were Found Guilty Of Violating His Civil Rights
Prosecutors argued that the three men consciously chose not to intervene as Derek Chauvin was killing George Floyd and failed to provide medical care.
A Police Department Is Investigating Why Its Twitter Account Liked A Tweet Promoting Racist, Troll-y George Floyd NFTs
The creators of the NFTs say it’s a “unique and progressive way to celebrate the monumental life of George Floyd” and that owning one comes with an “N word pass.”
Three Officers Simply Watched As George Floyd Suffered A “Slow, Agonizing Death,” Prosecutors Said
"They chose not to intervene and stop [Derek] Chauvin as he killed a man,” prosecutors said.
Derek Chauvin Has Pleaded Guilty To A Federal Charge That He Violated George Floyd's Civil Rights
The former Minneapolis police officer changed his plea in federal court, eight months after he was convicted of murdering George Floyd in 2020.
Minneapolis Rejected An Effort To Overhaul Its Police Department
The "no" vote is a blow to the police reform movement that swept across the country following the 2020 protests.
Minneapolis Birthed The New Police Reform Movement. Now It’s Actually On The Ballot.
When George Floyd was murdered, Minneapolis became the center of the police reform debate. Now the city is voting on what its future policing should look like.
“You're Killing Me, Bro”: Two Cops Were Arrested After One Of Them Pistol-Whipped And Choked An Unarmed Man
Kyle Vinson cried for help with a bleeding head after two Colorado officers held him down and one hit his head with a gun multiple times and threatened to shoot him.
Darnella Frazier, The Teen Who Filmed George Floyd's Killing, Said Her Uncle Was Killed By Police In A Car Chase
Leneal Lamont Frazier was on his way home when police pursuing a suspect crashed into his car, his sister told BuzzFeed News.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw Is A Wildly Talented Painter, And I Simply Must Tell The World
Is there anything this woman can't do?!
Derek Chauvin Gets 22 And A Half Years In Prison For George Floyd’s Murder
The former Minneapolis cop’s prison sentence is a capstone to one of the most significant and closely watched police trials in modern history.
George Floyd's Daughter Told The Judge Sentencing Derek Chauvin How Much She Misses Her Dad
"My daddy always used to help me brush my teeth," said 7-year-old Gianna.
How Americans Across The Country Celebrated Juneteenth This Year As A National Holiday For The First Time
Though Juneteenth was celebrated long before it became a federal holiday, this year it was cause for wide celebration across the country.
Darnella Frazier, The Teen Who Filmed George Floyd's Murder, Was Awarded A Pulitzer Prize Special Citation
The board said Frazier's video highlighted "the crucial role of citizens in journalists' quest for truth and justice."
15 Ways To Support Social Justice In The Twin Cities
Aiming for accountability in Minnesota's racial reckoning.
Three Officers Were Charged With Murder And Manslaughter In The Killing Of A Black Man In Washington
Manuel Ellis was walking home after getting donuts when witnesses said they saw officers tackle and pin him to the pavement.
Snoop Dogg Said That Every Moment He's With Martha Stewart Is A "Special Moment," And I'm Crying At Their Friendship
"I taught [Martha] a few tricks on the bacon tip."
George Floyd's Family Met With Biden, But Their Real Pressure For Police Reform Is On Congress
One year after George Floyd was murdered, his family and other activists are escalating demands on Congress to limit qualified immunity for police officers.
The Teen Who Filmed George Floyd's Murder Opened Up About Witnessing His Death
"Everyone talks about the girl who recorded George Floyd‘s death, but to actually be her is a different story."
Powerful Photos Show How George Floyd Is Being Remembered One Year After His Death
On the anniversary of the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, people gathered around the country to advocate and pay their respects.
How America Is Remembering George Floyd One Year After He Was Killed
Protests, vigils, and rallies are taking place around the country to mark one year since George Floyd was killed by a former Minneapolis cop.
Derek Chauvin And Three Former Minneapolis Cops Have Been Charged With Violating George Floyd's Civil Rights
Chauvin, Thomas Lane, Tou Thao, and J. Alexander Kueng allegedly violated Floyd's constitutional rights during a deadly arrest in 2020.
Black Gen Z’ers Want You To Stop Sharing Videos Of Police Killing People Who Look Like Them
“It’s like a foreshadow of your own death.”
Daunte Wright’s Funeral Was A Celebration Of His Life, But Also A Call To Keep Protesting Police Brutality
“My son should be burying me,” the mother of the 20-year-old Black man killed by a police officer said at his funeral in Minneapolis.
To Convict Derek Chauvin, Prosecutors Couldn’t Tell The Truth About America
We saw the video. We know what happened.
"We Did It": The Bystanders Who Testified Against Derek Chauvin Reacted To His Guilty Verdict
"My heart goes out to George Floyd's family! ❤️🙏🏽Although no amount of charges will bring back a loved one, justice was served and his murderer will pay the price. We did it ❤️❤️✊🏽#justicewasserved"
The Justice Department Will Investigate Policing In Minneapolis After George Floyd's Murder
The announcement from Attorney General Merrick Garland came a day after a jury convicted former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin of murdering George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin Was Found Guilty, But A Bigger Fight For Justice Is Still Ongoing
"The problem is cops have all the power and they're killing people every fucking day. I don't care that they're getting sent to jail now. They shouldn't be killing people."
Joe Biden And Kamala Harris Said “We Still Have Work To Do” After Derek Chauvin Was Convicted Of Murdering George Floyd
The president and vice president called the verdict in George Floyd’s murder a “step forward” but pressed for Congress to pass police reforms.
What Minneapolis Police First Said About George Floyd Vs. What The Jury Found Derek Chauvin Did
After Floyd was murdered, Minneapolis police first said he had died after a "medical incident during police interaction." On Tuesday, a jury instead found he'd been murdered.
Here's How People In George Floyd Square Reacted To The Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
They cheered, jumped in the air, and even broke down in tears.
Derek Chauvin Has Been Found Guilty Of Murder In George Floyd’s Killing
The former Minneapolis cop, who pressed his knee on Floyd’s neck until he took his last breath, was convicted of all charges in a defining moment of the country’s reckoning over police brutality.
A Jury Will Now Decide Derek Chauvin’s Fate In The Killing Of George Floyd
"This wasn't policing," prosecutor Steve Schleicher said during closing arguments Monday. "This was murder."
“I Got Little Left In The Tank”: Minneapolis Residents Are Exhausted After The Killings Of George Floyd And Daunte Wright
“Mentally, I'm not at my best, but I'm just trying to move around physically because that's what I can give right now.”
Despite Admitting He Has No Evidence, Derek Chauvin’s Witness Blamed Carbon Monoxide Poisoning In George Floyd’s Death
There were no findings of carbon monoxide poisoning in Floyd's official autopsy report.
Daunte Wright Was A Beloved Son And Father Who Always Had A Smile On His Face, Loved Ones Said
"Even through hard times he always had a smile on his face," one friend told BuzzFeed News. "I still remember his laugh in my head."
George Floyd, Who Cried Out “Mama” Before Dying, Was Devastated By His Mom's Death, His Brother Testified
In brief but emotional testimony, Philonise Floyd told the jury that his oldest brother was a "mama's boy" who called out for her over and over at her funeral in 2018.
Police Killed 20-Year-Old Daunte Wright On Sunday, Sparking Protests
Police did not release the victim’s name, but Katie Wright identified him as her son, Daunte Wright. The shooting led hundreds of people to protest — and police to fire tear gas.
"SNL" Highlighted The Differences Between Black And White Americans, And This Is So Important
"Let's just say we've seen this movie before."
A Medical Examiner Testified That Drugs Were Not The Main Cause Of George Floyd's Death
Medical experts who testified for the prosecution said Floyd's main cause of death was lack of oxygen, not drugs or heart conditions.
George Floyd Tried To Breathe Using His Fingers And Knuckles Under Derek Chauvin's Weight, A Doctor Said
A medical expert for the prosecution testified that Floyd died due to a low level of oxygen under the weight of Derek Chauvin's knees.
Derek Chauvin’s Own Police Bosses Testified That His Use Of Force On George Floyd Was Unreasonable And Unnecessary
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said Chauvin’s use of force violated department policy and his neck restraint was not one taught to officers.
Listen: Addison Rae's Apology To TikTok's Black Creators Won't Fix Anything On Its Own
avoidant of the bigger issues—and not internalizing of the bigger issues that need to be addressed.”
Derek Chauvin’s Lawyer Said “Angry” Bystanders Were A Threat To Cops. Here’s What The Videos Actually Show.
Eric Nelson has characterized the people who witnessed George Floyd’s death, including three teens and a 9-year-old girl, as a threat to officers. But videos from the scene tell a different story.
A 61-Year-Old Man Broke Down In Court After Watching Video Of Himself Telling George Floyd To Comply With Police
Prosecutors also played a new video revealing an interaction between Derek Chauvin and Charles McMillian, a bystander, after George Floyd was taken away in an ambulance.
The Teen Who Told His Manager About George Floyd’s Fake $20 Bill Says He Felt Guilty
"If I would have just not taken the bill, this could have been avoided," Christopher Martin testified during Derek Chauvin's murder trial for the killing of George Floyd.
An Off-Duty Firefighter Said She Was "Desperate" To Help George Floyd But Cops Didn't Allow Her To
Minneapolis firefighter Genevieve Hansen said she was "desperate to help" George Floyd but police officers didn't allow her to intervene.
A Child And Three Teens Testified About The Traumatic Details Of Seeing George Floyd Struggling To Breathe
The teens, all of whom were minors at the time of Floyd's arrest, were among a group of bystanders who documented the officers' actions on their cellphones.
An 18-Year-Old Whose Viral Video Of Derek Chauvin Crushing George Floyd's Neck Gave Emotional Testimony About What She Saw
Darnella Frazier, who was 17 at the time, said she has stayed up at night "apologizing and apologizing to George Floyd for not doing more."
Day 1 Of The Derek Chauvin Murder Trial Began With Video Of George Floyd’s Death
On the first day of the murder trial for the former Minneapolis officer, prosecutors and defense attorneys tried to make clear what the case was — and was not — about.
Listen: This Is Why It Was Easy For Americans To Ignore Anti-Asian Violence Before The Atlanta Shootings
“Being Asian in America also means being invisible. We’re taught growing up to keep our heads down. That If you work hard enough, you will survive. But that also means our pain has gone unacknowledged.”
This Is What Jurors In Derek Chauvin’s Trial Think About Black Lives Matter, Defunding The Police, And The Protests For George Floyd
A retired Black grandmother in her sixties. A white nurse in her fifties. Two Black men who immigrated to the US. Two single white mothers in their fifties. The 14 jurors in George Floyd’s murder trial were asked about some of the biggest issues in the US.
Two Jurors In Derek Chauvin’s Trial Were Dropped After They Heard About Minneapolis’s $27 Million Settlement With George Floyd's Family
The judge determined that the news of the settlement had impacted their ability to be fair and impartial.
Listen: Beyonce Made Grammy History Last Night—But The Academy Still Owes Her
“So much of her music is for the Black community, for Black women. The fact that she’s only ever received a single major award is kind of a layered snub.”
Minneapolis Will Pay George Floyd's Family $27 Million To Settle A Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The city's settlement comes five days into the criminal trial of the officer accused of killing Floyd.
The Third-Degree Murder Charge Against Derek Chauvin Has Been Reinstated
The trial judge reinstated the third-degree murder charge against the former Minneapolis cop two days after jury selection began in the trial.
Jury Selection For Derek Chauvin's Trial For The Killing Of George Floyd Did Not Start Today As Planned
Hennepin County district judge Peter Cahill ordered potential jurors to be sent home after prosecutors sought to delay the trial.
Hundreds Protested On The Eve Of Derek Chauvin's Trial For The Killing Of George Floyd
Jury selection for Derek Chauvin, who is charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter, is expected to start Monday.
Minneapolis Is Bracing For Protests During Derek Chauvin’s Trial. Activists Wanted To Help The City Prepare.
The city has spent eight months planning for the high-profile trial, but activists say they didn’t have a voice at the table.
The Black Lives Matter Social Media Uprising For George Floyd Paved The Way For Asian Americans To Have Their Online Reckoning
In this week's newsletter: Asian American influencers and online community-builders are confronting difficult identity issues after the recent string of racist attacks.
Police Are Investigating If An Officer Posted A “Valentine” Of George Floyd Captioned, “You Take My Breath Away”
The post was being "passed around" by Los Angeles Police Department officers, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Police Have Released A Brief Bodycam Video Of A 23-Year-Old Black Man Being Shot And Killed By Officers
Police say video of the deadly shooting shows Dolal Idd fired at officers first before Minneapolis police shot and killed the 23-year-old.
Minneapolis Police Fatally Shot A Man During A Traffic Stop In The City's First Police Killing Since George Floyd
Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said the man opened fire on officers first and that body camera footage will be released Thursday.
The NYPD's Actions During The George Floyd Protests Exacerbated Tensions With Protesters, Report Finds
The city's Department of Investigation report concluded NYPD's mistakes went far beyond individual officers' actions and were rather a failure of the whole department.
Lil Baby And Stephen Gave George Floyd's 7-Year-Old Daughter An L.O.L. Dolls–Themed Birthday Party
"We are very grateful for that.”
They Don’t Trust The Government Or The Police To Protect Them After The Election, So They’re Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands
"We are preparing for an extended period of protest that will make the summer look like camp. People have this idea that it’s all going to be over after the election. It’s not," a BLM activist said.
Philadelphia Police Shot And Killed A Black Man Who Officials Say Was Carrying A Knife
The man, identified in local news reports as Walter Wallace Jr., died of his injuries at a nearby hospital, triggering protests.
Protest Is Part Of The Black American Tradition. Young Activists Are Reshaping The Movement In Their Image.
“Who exactly was this a reckoning for? Not for me.” Four very different young Black activists doing the work on why we’re here and what comes next.
Activists At The March On Washington Say Jacob Blake’s Shooting Has Reenergized Black Lives Matter Protests. They Wish It Didn’t Have To.
“I was just kind of saddened that it took someone, a Black man, getting hurt that badly for us to come together like that.”
The ACLU Is Suing The Trump Administration Over Its Repression Of Portland Protests
The civil liberties group says protesters were brutalized by federal agents.
I Was Abducted By Federal Agents In Portland
Now I’m suing.
The National Guard Has Been Deployed To Kenosha After Police Shot A Black Man Who Was Walking To His Car
Jacob Blake is in serious condition at a hospital after police shot him several times in the back as he entered his car.
George Floyd's Brothers Made A Live Appearance During The Democratic Convention, Remembering Victims Of Police Brutality
Philonise and Rodney Floyd also dedicated the tribute to victims of police brutality, including those who "didn't go viral."
Republicans On Reddit Are Sharing The Things That Made Them Stop Supporting Trump
"I went to college and met people of other races/creeds/sexualities, and I learned empathy."
Dozens Of NYPD Officers Swarmed The Home Of A BLM Protester But Didn’t Make An Arrest
Derrick Ingram, a Black Lives Matter protester with the group Warriors in the Garden, livestreamed on Instagram dozens of police officers trying to enter his home. Hours later, police retreated without making any arrest.
Elizabeth Warren Wants To Know Why This Company Was Spying On BLM Protesters
A group of Democratic lawmakers is demanding answers about protester surveillance conducted by data broker Mobilewalla.
24 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From the emotional farewell to Rep. John Lewis to the cautious return to sports amid the coronavirus pandemic, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from the past week.
Police Say The "Umbrella Man" At The George Floyd Protests Was A White Supremacist Trying To Incite Violence
Minneapolis investigators said the man is a member of the Hells Angels biker gang who started violence at what had been a peaceful protest.
24 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From trouble in Portland, Oregon, following President Trump's deployment of federal officers to the outpouring of love for the late Rep. John Lewis, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from the past week.
A Federal Judge Temporarily Barred The Release Of NYPD Disciplinary Records
Amid nationwide protests over police brutality, New York legislators repealed a law used to keep the records secret, but several police unions sued to prevent their disclosure.
Donald Trump's Portland Rhetoric Doesn't Match Reality
The right-wing media portrays a city under siege — but the city's real siege is from the federal government.
25 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From the ongoing fight for racial justice around the world to the new normal amid the coronavirus pandemic, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from the past week.
Here’s Why BLM Protesters Have Asked Journalists Not To Show Their Faces
As demonstrations against police brutality continue, the norms of photojournalism are also being tested.
8 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.
25 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From the crowded beaches and parks during the 4th of July weekend to a surge of coronavirus cases across the US, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from the past week.
Black Influencers Say Their Increase In Followers Since Blackout Tuesday Has Been Bittersweet
BuzzFeed News spoke in depth with three Black influencers about adjusting to their new audiences and how white influencers and followers can ensure lasting change comes to the industry.
Listen: The Reality Behind The George Soros Conspiracy Theories
"Soros is almost better known for his conspiracy theories than he is for what his actual influence has been, even though that influence has been tremendous.”
Transcripts Show George Floyd Told Cops He Couldn't Breathe More Than 20 Times: "I'll Probably Just Die This Way"
"Tell my kids I love them. I'm dead."
The Anti-Racism Movement Isn’t Going Anywhere. We Want To Hear From The Young People Leading It.
Young people are largely steering the country’s reckoning around race. We want to hear about where you think the movement is heading.
9 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet.
On The Day George Floyd Died, Police Across The US Shot And Killed At Least Five Other Men
Police in the US have not gone more than two days without fatally shooting someone since 2015.
25 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From the surge in coronavirus cases around the globe to the demand for racial justice and equality in the US, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from this past week.
Almost 17,000 Protesters Had No Idea A Tech Company Was Tracing Their Location
Data company Mobilewalla used cellphone information to estimate the demographics of protesters. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says it’s “shady” and concerning.
New York Police Will Start Sting Operations Against Illegal Fireworks
Activists are calling to defund the police, but New York City is doubling down on aggressively policing fireworks.
A Video Shows An NYPD Officer Choking A Black Man Days After New York Criminalized Chokeholds
The officer's actions are under investigation, and the police commissioner called the incident "disturbing."
9 Photo Stories That Will Challenge Your View Of The World
Here are some of the most interesting and powerful photo stories from across the internet this week.
24 Of The Most Powerful Photos Of This Week
From the landmark decision by the US Supreme Court against LGBTQ discrimination in the workplace to the ongoing fight for racial justice around the globe, these are the most striking and memorable pictures from this past week.
Police Pulled Over Two Black Men For Having An Air Freshener In Their Car. A Court Ruled The Stop Was Legitimate.
Studies have found that traffic stops for minor infractions disproportionately affect Black and Latino drivers and courts have upheld stops for air fresheners before.
