Players show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement in the first game since the season was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Serena Williams eager to play U.S. Open; Kyrgios calls organizers ‘selfish’
While Serena Williams ‘cannot wait to return’ to play in New York, Nick Kyrgios says holding the tournament is ‘selfish with everything going on at the moment.’
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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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Black Lives Matter supporters march to Waterville, demand change in law enforcement
A crowd of about 40 people marched from Fort Halifax Park in Winslow to bring greater awareness to the systematic racism they say exists in the Waterville area.
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Trump signs order for police reform, doesn’t mention racism
The president and Republicans in Congress have been rushing to respond to the mass demonstrations against police brutality and racial prejudice that have raged for weeks in response to the deaths of black Americans.
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The Latest: Senate Republicans to propose policing changes in ‘Justice Act’
The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans are proposing changes to police procedures and accountability with an enhanced use-of-force database, restrictions on chokeholds and new commissions to study law enforcement and race, according to a draft obtained by The Associated Press. The JUSTICE Act — Just […]
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Police detain armed militia members after man is shot at Albuquerque protest
The gunshots have set off a cascade of public outcry denouncing the unregulated militia’s presence and the shooting.
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FIFA urges ‘tolerance’ after Trump says he ‘won’t be watching anymore’
After President Trump’s response to U.S. Soccer putting aside its policy requiring players to stand for the national anthem, FIFA calls for ‘mutual respect and common sense.’
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Iowa cuts ties with strength coach after mistreatment claims
Iowa and Chris Doyle – the highest paid strength coach in college football – reach a settlement agreement after claims of mistreatment and belittling of African American players come to light.
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Senate Republicans’ emerging police reforms would restrict chokeholds
Set to roll out Wednesday, the bill includes the creation of a national database of police use-of-force incidents. Democrats say the package doesn’t go far enough.