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A history of civil unrest in the US: Frustrations over injustice, slow pace of change | Nightline
For decades, black Americans have fought injustices to their community. Martin Luther King III speaks to ABC News about why riots occur amid protests and…
Citizen journalism on the frontlines
ABC News’ Mona Kosar Abdi speaks with assistant professor of journalism, Dr. Alissa Richardson, about the ongoing protests and the critical role that people documenting…
Trump addresses US amid protests, George Floyd’s brother reflects on his life | Nightline
Trump spoke about George Floyd and the widespread protests moments after police tear-gassed protesters outside the White House and hours after he told governors to…
Major cities impose curfews to prevent looters, violence
Peaceful protesters are distancing themselves from counter-protesters who they say are overshadowing their cause. ABC News’ Kenneth Moton reports. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/374QzYt SUBSCRIBE to ABC…
Why a police chief joined forces with Black Lives Matter at George Floyd protest
Camden, New Jersey Police Chief Joseph Wysocki and protest organizer Yolanda Deaver speak to “Nightline” about coming together in a demonstration of respect over the…
A long history of violence, civil unrest against people of color in the US | America In Pain
This country has seen the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, the 1968 riots after Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, the 1992 Rodney King riots and countless…
Friends reflect on George Floyd’s life in Houston as protests in the city continue
Floyd’s old friend, rapper Trae the Truth, shows “Nightline” Houston’s Third Ward, where Floyd was raised. Chi Osee, a young protester in New York City,…
Being black in America
ABC News correspondents and anchors share their experiences and discuss the many ways black individuals have learned to deal with racism throughout their lives, from…
George Floyd’s family reacts to charges against all 4 officers involved in his death | Nightline
Derek Chauvin, who knelt on Floyd’s neck, is now charged with second-degree murder. The other former officers involved are charged with aiding and abetting. “We…
Former Defense Secretary Mattis slams Trump l ABC News
James Mattis blasted President Donald Trump’s handling of the protests, saying “enough is enough.” ABC News’ Kenneth Moton reports. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/2AFXn2g #ABCNews #Mattis #MattisSpeaks…
Drew Brees facing backlash
The quarterback’s teammates and other athletes like LeBron James are reacting. ABC News’ Will Ganss reports. source
Emerald Garner: ‘If the police were not killing us, we would not have to protest’
Eric Garner’s daughter discusses the death of George Floyd and demonstrations across the country. ABC News Live Prime, Weekdays at 7EST & 9EST WATCH the…
Keeping the faith, dealing with grief and taking action after George Floyd’s death | Nightline
“The voice of this generation has risen to such a pitch that it cannot be ignored,” Pastor T.D. Jakes tells “Nightline.” But he says that…
Community comes together for neighbor in need
Jill Sims started a Go Fund Me campaign for Stephanie Wilford after Wilford ‘s neighborhood was devastated by looters. source
George Floyd memorial follows calls to defund police as protests enter third week | Nightline
Thousands came to Floyd’s hometown of Houston to pay respects. “Nightline” speaks to Rep. Ilhan Omar, who represents Minneapolis, where the city council has voted…
Trump and Biden reject calls to defund police
House Democrats unveiled a proposal on police reform that does not include defunding police. ABC News’ Ines de La Cuetara reports. source
12 states set daily record for coronavirus cases l ABC News
The World Health Organization (WHO) is now warning we have entered a “dangerous new phase” of the virus. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/2Br3w30 #ABCNews #COVID19 #Floridacoronavirus #FloridaCovidEpicenter…
In Houston, front-line workers say COVID-19 surge affecting many younger people
Coronavirus hospitalizations have grown in nearly half the states, including in Texas, where doctors say non-compliance with social distancing and masks has led to more…
Health care workers in Arizona urge social distancing, masks as cases break records | Nightline
Arizona is one of 35 states seeing new COVID-19 cases. Over 4,500 people have been hospitalized and ICU beds are nearing capacity. Two 30-year-olds speak…
New record: 50,000-plus coronavirus cases in 1 day
Twenty-two states are pausing or rolling back reopening plans. ABC’s Megan Tevrizian has the new details. BREAKING NEWS UPDATES: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/Coronavirus SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://bit.ly/2vZb6yP…
