The day commemorate June 19, 1865, when a Union Army general read an order in Galveston, Texas, announcing that all slaves were free.
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Hundreds gather and march in Portland to mark Juneteenth celebration of emancipation
Juneteenth commemorates the day that the last slaves still living in bondage in the United States learned they were free.
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The Latest: Louisville officer involved in Breonna Taylor shooting to be fired
The latest on protests against racism and police brutality around the U.S. and the world. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville’s mayor said Friday that one of three police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor will be fired. Mayor Greg Fisher said interim Louisville police Chief Robert Schroeder has started termination proceedings for Officer […]
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Mainers plan Juneteenth celebrations of emancipation from slavery
Recent events have infused the African American holiday with renewed purpose and fresh awareness.
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The Latest: Floyd’s neck was pinned by officer for 7 minutes, 46 seconds, prosecutors acknowledge
The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota prosecutors acknowledged Wednesday that a police officer had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 7 minutes, 46 seconds – not the 8:46 that has become a global symbol of police brutality. The initial complaint alleges Derek Chauvin “had his […]
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Police chiefs and sheriffs say chokeholds long ago outlawed
In the current climate of protests over charges of police brutality and racial profiling, police chiefs and sheriffs outline their policies.
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‘Agents of change:’ Black Lives Matter rally rolls through Lewiston and Auburn
Roughly 200 people marched through Auburn and Lewiston.
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Farmington protest organizers discuss their motivations
Farmington’s Black Lives Matter protest organizers have been primarily youth-led, and they are determined to continue their involvement with the movement.
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Maine governor, supreme court pledge to root out racism in law enforcement and courts
Gov. Janet Mills and the Maine Supreme Judicial Court issue statements promising to identify racism in the justice system and provide additional training to police and court personnel.
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Lewiston considers resolution on policing in wake of protests
The resolution introduced by Councilor Safiya Khalid would commit the city to supporting policing practices that ensure “equality and equal justice for all.”