Compromise after Menomonee Falls washed away daily Black Lives Matter messaging by teens
MENOMONEE FALLS -- A group of teenagers in Menomonee Falls is drawing controversy.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- A group of teenagers in Menomonee Falls is drawing controversy.
'Our officers are under siege:' Assistant MPD chief answers questions about tactics amid protests
MILWAUKEE -- From fires to shootings, and even a suspected Molotov cocktail being thrown at officers, Assistant Milwaukee Police Chief Michael Brunson said the measures taken by the Major Incident Response Team (MIRT) were needed to restore order on several occasions amid protests in Milwaukee following the death of George Floyd."Our officers are under siege in some of these situations," Brunson said. "Our officers are going to defend themselves and the public when they are in those situations."During a virtual meeting Friday, June 5, real issues were discussed during a special meeting of Milwaukee's Public Health and Safety Committee which included Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, members of the Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission and Milwaukee Common Council members.
MILWAUKEE -- From fires to shootings, and even a suspected Molotov cocktail being thrown at officers, Assistant Milwaukee Police Chief Michael Brunson said the measures taken by the Major Incident Response Team (MIRT) were needed to restore order on several occasions amid protests in Milwaukee following the death of George Floyd."Our officers are under siege in some of these situations," Brunson said. "Our officers are going to defend themselves and the public when they are in those situations."During a virtual meeting Friday, June 5, real issues were discussed during a special meeting of Milwaukee's Public Health and Safety Committee which included Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, members of the Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission and Milwaukee Common Council members.
During march, petition circulated to cut MPD funding by 10%, invest in black communities
MILWAUKEE -- A march in Milwaukee Monday, June 8 was focused on changing the direction of the Milwaukee Police Department -- with demonstrators calling for more money to be invested in community programs.It was a long march -- about 4 miles in total, starting at Sherman Park and ending at Red Arrow Park.Through art, poetry and signs, the group urged city leaders to defund police and give the money back to black communities -- part of a movement called "Reclaim the 414." Sherman Park and Red Arrow Park were the locations of the fatal police shootings of Sylville Smith in August 2016 and Dontre Hamilton in April 2014.
MILWAUKEE -- A march in Milwaukee Monday, June 8 was focused on changing the direction of the Milwaukee Police Department -- with demonstrators calling for more money to be invested in community programs.It was a long march -- about 4 miles in total, starting at Sherman Park and ending at Red Arrow Park.Through art, poetry and signs, the group urged city leaders to defund police and give the money back to black communities -- part of a movement called "Reclaim the 414." Sherman Park and Red Arrow Park were the locations of the fatal police shootings of Sylville Smith in August 2016 and Dontre Hamilton in April 2014.
'Defund the police:' 65 people, groups call for $75M in cuts to MPD's $297M budget
MILWAUKEE -- George Floyd’s death was the breaking point for some Minneapolis civic leaders, who now say the only way to fix the city’s embattled police department is to take it apart.
MILWAUKEE -- George Floyd’s death was the breaking point for some Minneapolis civic leaders, who now say the only way to fix the city’s embattled police department is to take it apart.
How to talk to your kids about race and social justice amid protests
MILWAUKEE -- As protests fill the streets of southeastern Wisconsin calling for an end to racial injustice, it can be a confusing time for kids."I think they're also seeing some unusual things.
MILWAUKEE -- As protests fill the streets of southeastern Wisconsin calling for an end to racial injustice, it can be a confusing time for kids."I think they're also seeing some unusual things.
Judge sets $1M bail for officer charged with 2nd-degree murder in George Floyd's death
MINNEAPOLIS — A judge on Monday, June 8 kept bail at $1 million for a former Minneapolis police officer charged with second-degree murder in George Floyd's death.Derek Chauvin, 44, said little during an 11-minute hearing in which he appeared before Hennepin County Judge Jeannice M.
MINNEAPOLIS — A judge on Monday, June 8 kept bail at $1 million for a former Minneapolis police officer charged with second-degree murder in George Floyd's death.Derek Chauvin, 44, said little during an 11-minute hearing in which he appeared before Hennepin County Judge Jeannice M.
Hundreds line up for George Floyd's memorial in Houston
HOUSTON -- Hundreds of mourners lined up outside a church in George Floyd's native Houston for a final public viewing Monday, June 8 as his death two weeks ago at the hands of police continued spurring protesters, leaders and cities around the world into action over demands to address racial injustice and police brutality.As the doors opened at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston, where Floyd spent most of his life, Floyd was lying in an open gold-colored casket, dressed in a brown suit.
HOUSTON -- Hundreds of mourners lined up outside a church in George Floyd's native Houston for a final public viewing Monday, June 8 as his death two weeks ago at the hands of police continued spurring protesters, leaders and cities around the world into action over demands to address racial injustice and police brutality.As the doors opened at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston, where Floyd spent most of his life, Floyd was lying in an open gold-colored casket, dressed in a brown suit.
Minneapolis reform plan would require insurance for officers
MINNEAPOLIS — Several advocacy groups presented their own recommendations Monday to reform law enforcement practices in Minneapolis, a day after the majority of the City Council voiced support for abolishing the police department entirely in the wake of George Floyd's death.Minnesota’s Council on American-Islamic Relations, two Black Lives Matter chapters and the Minneapolis nonprofit Communities United Against Police Brutality were among the groups that gathered Monday at the site of the burned Third Precinct station to present more than 40 recommendations.Under the list of recommendations, officers would be required to carry their own professional liability insurance, an idea that aims to hike out-of-pocket insurance rates for officers who engage in high-risk conduct.
MINNEAPOLIS — Several advocacy groups presented their own recommendations Monday to reform law enforcement practices in Minneapolis, a day after the majority of the City Council voiced support for abolishing the police department entirely in the wake of George Floyd's death.Minnesota’s Council on American-Islamic Relations, two Black Lives Matter chapters and the Minneapolis nonprofit Communities United Against Police Brutality were among the groups that gathered Monday at the site of the burned Third Precinct station to present more than 40 recommendations.Under the list of recommendations, officers would be required to carry their own professional liability insurance, an idea that aims to hike out-of-pocket insurance rates for officers who engage in high-risk conduct.
Deadly unrest: Here are the people who have died amid George Floyd protests across US
Among those killed as protests over the death of George Floyd have roiled American cities in the past week are a retired police captain, a beloved owner of a barbecue restaurant, and a former star football player known as “Mr. Indianapolis."
Among those killed as protests over the death of George Floyd have roiled American cities in the past week are a retired police captain, a beloved owner of a barbecue restaurant, and a former star football player known as “Mr. Indianapolis."
Democrats unveil police reform overhaul, kneel at Capitol
WASHINGTON — Democrats proposed a sweeping overhaul of police oversight and procedures Monday, a potentially far-reaching legislative response to the mass protests denouncing the deaths of black Americans in the hands of law enforcement.Before unveiling the package, House and Senate Democrats held a moment of silence at the Capitol's Emancipation Hall, reading the names of George Floyd and others killed during police interactions.
WASHINGTON — Democrats proposed a sweeping overhaul of police oversight and procedures Monday, a potentially far-reaching legislative response to the mass protests denouncing the deaths of black Americans in the hands of law enforcement.Before unveiling the package, House and Senate Democrats held a moment of silence at the Capitol's Emancipation Hall, reading the names of George Floyd and others killed during police interactions.
Can tear gas and pepper spray increase virus spread?
WASHINGTON -- Police departments have used tear gas and pepper spray on protesters in recent weeks, raising concern that the chemical agents could increase the spread of the coronavirus.The chemicals are designed to irritate the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose and throat.
WASHINGTON -- Police departments have used tear gas and pepper spray on protesters in recent weeks, raising concern that the chemical agents could increase the spread of the coronavirus.The chemicals are designed to irritate the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose and throat.
9-year-old Kamryn Johnson sells bracelets to help Minneapolis rebuild after riots
CHANHASSEN, Minn. -- The Twin Cities metro is healing following the death of George Floyd and destructive riots.
CHANHASSEN, Minn. -- The Twin Cities metro is healing following the death of George Floyd and destructive riots.
'It's very symbolic:' Protests continue for 2nd straight week in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Protests continue for the second straight week in the City of Milwaukee -- calling for justice after the death of George Floyd.
MILWAUKEE -- Protests continue for the second straight week in the City of Milwaukee -- calling for justice after the death of George Floyd.
'Our children are our future:' Young people organized, led march to Sherman Phoenix in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Amid ongoing protests in Milwaukee, the country and the world, sparked by the officer-involved death of George Floyd on May 25 in Minneapolis -- one was a family affair Sunday, June 7 -- focused on the next generation."I believe that everybody deserves justice," said Charmeka Wells. "It's very symbolic because we are supporting our brothers and sisters."A march organized for youth, led by youth, began at Parklawn Assembly of God church near Sherman Boulevard and Fond du Lac Avenue.
MILWAUKEE -- Amid ongoing protests in Milwaukee, the country and the world, sparked by the officer-involved death of George Floyd on May 25 in Minneapolis -- one was a family affair Sunday, June 7 -- focused on the next generation."I believe that everybody deserves justice," said Charmeka Wells. "It's very symbolic because we are supporting our brothers and sisters."A march organized for youth, led by youth, began at Parklawn Assembly of God church near Sherman Boulevard and Fond du Lac Avenue.
White House anti-riot fencing now covered with signs from protesters
WASHINGTON -- The anti-riot fencing surrounding the White House has been covered with signs left by protesters as crowds come together in solidarity against police brutality following the death of George Floyd.Demonstrators in the nation’s capital joined forces to support the Black Lives Matter movement demanding social change, equality and justice for Floyd and the many other black men and women who died in the hands of police.Their signs were an extension of their pleas to end racism.
WASHINGTON -- The anti-riot fencing surrounding the White House has been covered with signs left by protesters as crowds come together in solidarity against police brutality following the death of George Floyd.Demonstrators in the nation’s capital joined forces to support the Black Lives Matter movement demanding social change, equality and justice for Floyd and the many other black men and women who died in the hands of police.Their signs were an extension of their pleas to end racism.
Senator Mitt Romney is 1st known Republican to join protest march
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Sen.
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Sen.
DC National Guardsman captured on video chanting, 'I'm black and I'm proud' with protesters
WASHINGTON -- A member of the D.C. National Guard was seen chanting, "I'm black and I'm proud" along with protesters this week in a video that has ganered hundreds of thousands of views on social media.
WASHINGTON -- A member of the D.C. National Guard was seen chanting, "I'm black and I'm proud" along with protesters this week in a video that has ganered hundreds of thousands of views on social media.