'He's going to change the world': Family members give tearful eulogies for George Floyd in Houston service
"I thank God for giving me my own personal Superman," his brother told the crowd.
Banksy posts artwork paying tribute to George Floyd on social media
Famed and mysterious street artist Banksy, posted new artwork to his Instagram in light of the current events happening across the United States and the world since the death of George Floyd.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will sign order to ban chokeholds
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced during the funeral for George Floyd that he would sign an executive order banning the use of chokeholds and strangleholds by law enforcement.
‘These are not just names, but loved ones’: BabyNames.com lists names of individuals killed by police
BabyNames.com displayed the names of people who were killed by police over the years on their homepage.
'Now is the time for racial justice': Biden delivers video message at George Floyd funeral
The former vice president spoke in a pre-recorded message played during the private service.
PGA Tour to hold minute of silence at 8:46 to honor George Floyd
In a memo to players Tuesday, Commissioner Jay Monahan said there would be a moment of silence in each of the four rounds at the Charles Schwab Challenge that will coincide with the 8:46 a.m. tee time.
Florida mayor calls for Confederate statues to be removed
A Florida city is removing all Confederate monuments in the region in the wake of Black Lives Matter protests spurred in part by the police death of Minnesota man George Floyd, officials announced Tuesday.
George Floyd funeral service: List of speakers, order of service
Some of those planned to speak at George Floyd’s funeral service include Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee, Congressman Al Green, and Rev. Al Sharpton – who will deliver the eulogy.
Williamson County commissioners ask Sheriff Robert Chody to resign
Commissioners Cynthia Long and Terry Cook are asking Sheriff Robert Chody to resign and Chody has responded saying he intends to continue to serve as sheriff.
Army secretary open to renaming military bases named for Confederate generals
The announcement marked a reversal of the Army.
Protesters seize on death of Ohio woman, 22, despite questions
The City of Columbus said it was looking into circumstances of Sarah Grossman’s death after possibly being sprayed with tear gas or pepper spray during a protest.
Protesters heartened by swift reform, but vow broader change
In the two weeks since George Floyd’s killing, police departments have banned chokeholds, Confederate monuments have fallen and officers have been arrested and charged.
Austin City Council set to vote on variety of police reform items, including defunding APD
After more than a week of protests in the city following the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Mike Ramos in Austin, the council added three items to Thursday's agenda.
Mother of Mike Ramos denounces group using her son's name
According to their Facebook page, the Mike Ramos Brigade aims to seek justice for Mike and all victims of police violence, but Brenda Ramos says she wants nothing to do with them.
Richmond judge issues order halting Lee statue removal for 10 days
A judge in Richmond has issued an injunction preventing Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s administration from removing an iconic statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee for the next 10 days.
DC National Guardsman captured on video chanting 'I'm black and I'm proud' with protesters
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.
"Black Lives Matter" protest brought to Cedar Park
The event was an effort to bring the message of change out of urban centers where most Black Lives Matter protests have initially taken place.
President Donald Trump to restart rallies amid COVID-19 pandemic
It is still unclear as to what COVID-19 preventative measures or guidelines will be in place at the events.
Austin City Council set to vote on police reform Thursday
The Austin City Council will take up specific items related to police reform in the wake of protests in the city.
George Floyd Houston memorial photos: People gather to pay their respects
People gathered on Monday, June 8 to pay their respects to Floyd in Houston, Texas.