Texas police officer shot multiple times during traffic stop
A Texas police officer was shot multiple times during a traffic stop early Wednesday and police were searching for suspects, authorities said.
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Former California Democratic mayor charged with multiple sex crimes against child
A former Democratic mayor of a Northern California city was charged on Tuesday with nearly a dozen felony crimes in connection to a child sex assault investigation, authorities said.
Capitol riot: Police officer won’t face charges in fatal shooting of Ashli Babbitt, prosecutors say
The Department of Justice (DOJ) will not pursue charges against the U.S. Capitol Police officer who allegedly shot and killed Ashli Babbitt during the Jan. 6 riot in Washington, D.C., officials announced Wednesday.
Chauvin trial expert blames George Floyd’s death on heart rhythm problem
George Floyd died of a sudden heart rhythm problem due to his heart disease while being restrained by police, a retired forensic pathologist testified for the defense Wednesday at former Officer Derek Chauvin's murder trial, contradicting several experts who said Floyd succumbed to a lack of oxygen.
FDA removal of restrictions on telemedicine abortions prompts celebration, safety concerns
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has lifted restrictions on telemedicine abortions, reigniting debate over the administration of the controversial drug mifepristone.
Illinois school renamed to honor John Lewis, after ‘Obama’ proposal sparked backlash
The proposal to use the Obamas' name sparked backlash among a group of Latino activists last month, who argued that the school board should be more conscious about the message it's sending to immigrant families in the community given the Obama administration's track record on... Read More.
Daunte Wright shooting: Ex-Minnesota police officer Kim Potter to be charged with second-degree manslaughter
Local prosecutors in Minnesota on Wednesday are expected to charge former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter with second-degree manslaughter in the death of 20-year-old Daunte Wright, according to local reports, as civil unrest has persisted for three consecutive nights, with demonstrations spilling into Minneapolis.
George Floyd’s girlfriend was Daunte Wright’s teacher, relative says
George Floyd’s girlfriend was Daunte Wright’s former teacher, according to Wright’s aunt, who spoke at a press conference Tuesday in Minneapolis with members from both families whose loved ones died following encounters with Minnesota law enforcement.
Power outages, storm damage slam Louisiana; search for commercial vessel in Gulf of Mexico continues
Heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions pounded Louisiana on Tuesday night, leaving thousands without power, tearing off roofs and forcing the emergency rescue of six people.
Andrew Yang, NYC mayoral hopeful, heckled at Daunte Wright protest: ‘We don’t want you here’
New York City mayoral hopeful Andrew Yang was jeered and called "pro-cop" Tuesday evening while at a bicycle protest over the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man fatally shot by a police officer in a Minneapolis suburb over the weekend.