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Police Shootings
police shootings
Yesterday at 10:53 a.m.
Police Shot an 11-year-old Boy Who Called 911 for Help
Aderrien Murry’s family has filed a lawsuit against the city of Indianola, its police chief, and the officer who allegedly shot the boy.
By
Tariro Mzezewa
crime
June 10, 2022
What We Know About the Killing of Patrick Lyoya
Officer Christopher Schurr has been charged with second-degree murder.
By
Claire Lampen
and
Bindu Bansinath
crime
Feb. 18, 2022
Kim Potter Faces 2 Years in Prison for Killing Daunte Wright
The former Minnesota police officer says she mistakenly grabbed her gun while reaching for her Taser.
By
Claire Lampen
black lives matter
May 3, 2021
I Should Only Know Ma’Khia From TikTok
Her hairstyle tutorials offer a glimpse into the life she could have led.
By
Camille Squires
police brutality
Apr. 21, 2021
Ohio Police Shot and Killed a 16-Year-Old Black Girl
Right before the jury delivered a guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin case, Ma’Khia Bryant was fatally shot in Columbus.
By
Amanda Arnold
police shootings
Apr. 15, 2021
What We Know About the Police Killing of Adam Toledo
Newly released body-cam footage shows that the 13-year-old boy had his hands up when he was shot.
By
Amanda Arnold
power
Apr. 15, 2021
The Officer Who Shot Jacob Blake Is Back on Duty
Rusten Sheskey — who shot Blake seven times, leaving him paralyzed — will not be disciplined.
By
Amanda Arnold
police shootings
Apr. 15, 2021
What We Know About the Police Killing of Daunte Wright
The 20-year-old Black man was fatally shot by a Minnesota officer during a traffic stop.
By
Amanda Arnold
power
Mar. 26, 2021
Jacob Blake Is Suing the Police Officer Who Shot Him
Blake, the Black man who was left paralyzed after being repeatedly shot in the back, is accusing officer Rusten Sheskey of excessive force.
By
Amanda Arnold
crime
Jan. 5, 2021
None of the Officers Involved in Shooting Jacob Blake Will Face Charges
Blake’s attorney said the decision “failed not only Jacob and his family but the community that protested and demanded justice.”
By
Claire Lampen
power
Dec. 29, 2020
Two More Police Officers to Be Fired in Breonna Taylor Case
Louisville’s interim police chief has issued termination letters to detectives Myles Cosgrove and Joshua Jaynes.
By
Claire Lampen
crime
Dec. 29, 2020
The Officer Who Killed Tamir Rice Won’t Face Federal Charges
The Justice Department has officially declined to prosecute Timothy Loehmann and Frank Garmback.
By
Claire Lampen
police brutality
Oct. 27, 2020
Philadelphia Police Fatally Shot a Black Man in Front of His Mom
Following the shooting of 27-year-old Walter Wallace Jr., people took to the streets in protest.
By
Amanda Arnold
power
Oct. 8, 2020
An Unarmed Black Man Tried to Shake Hands With a Cop. He Was Shot Dead.
Jonathan Price, 31, was shot four times in the torso after his family says he broke up a domestic dispute.
By
Bridget Read
power
Sept. 29, 2020
Only One Officer Was Charged in Breonna Taylor’s Killing
A member of the grand jury claims they were never given the option to indict the other two officers.
By
Bridget Read
the bigger picture
Sept. 26, 2020
‘This Is Breonna Taylor’s Home’: Scenes From Louisville
Photographer J.D. Barnes captures the anguish and the outrage over the grand jury’s decision in Breonna Taylor’s killing.
By
Claire Lampen
power
Sept. 8, 2020
Police Shot a 13-Year-Old Boy With Autism After His Mother Called 911
The child is currently hospitalized with serious injuries.
By
Amanda Arnold
police brutality
Sept. 6, 2020
Wisconsin Police Shot a Black Man Multiple Times in the Back
Officers opened fire on Jacob Blake while his back was turned, as his three children watched from the car.
By
Amanda Arnold
crime
Sept. 1, 2020
L.A. Deputies Fatally Shot a Black Man During a Biking Stop
The sheriff’s department says deputies opened fire on Dijon Kizzee after they saw him drop his gun.
By
Claire Lampen
power
June 22, 2020
When Will Black Women See Justice?
One-hundred and one days after Breonna Taylor’s murder, none of the cops who shot her have been arrested.
By
Gabrielle Bellot
police shootings
June 18, 2020
Robert Fuller’s Half-Brother Was Shot to Death by Sheriff’s Deputies
Last week, Fuller was found hanging from a tree in California. Now his half-brother is dead after a shoot-out with law enforcement, reports say.
By
Amanda Arnold
power
June 12, 2020
What Exactly Does It Mean to Defund the Police?
A comprehensive guide.
By
Amanda Arnold
crime
June 8, 2020
Gunman Plows Car Through Seattle Protest, Shooting Demonstrator
The victim, a 27-year-old black man, is reportedly in stable condition.
By
Hannah Gold
protest
June 2, 2020
D.C. Police Trapped 70 Protesters in a Private Home
The group had to take refuge overnight after being targeted with tear gas and flashbang devices.
By
Hannah Gold
crime
June 2, 2020
Everything We Know About the Police Shooting of David McAtee
Louisville police and National Guardsmen fired on a crowd on Monday, killing the 53-year-old.
By
Claire Lampen
protest
June 1, 2020
Scenes from Police Brutality Protests Around the World
In cities across the globe, people gathered in solidarity with U.S. protesters demanding an end to racist law enforcement.
By
Hannah Gold
crime
Nov. 10, 2019
Father of Black Woman Killed by White Cop Dies Weeks After
“He ultimately just succumbed to, I don’t know, I can only say a broken heart.”
By
Marie Lodi
crime
Oct. 15, 2019
Ex-Cop Who Shot Black Woman in Her Own Home Charged With Murder
Aaron Dean fatally shot Atatiana Jefferson while she was playing video games with her nephew.
By
Amanda Arnold
crime
Oct. 14, 2019
Everything We Know About the Atatiana Jefferson Police Shooting
Atatiana Jefferson was playing video games with her nephew when a cop shot and killed her.
By
Marie Lodi
power
Oct. 2, 2019
Ex-Cop Sentenced to 10 Years for Murdering Her Black Neighbor in His Own Home
In September 2018, Amber Guyger killed Botham Jean in his own apartment.
By
Amanda Arnold
July 8, 2016
Celebrities Pay Tribute to Sterling, Castile
With powerful songs, moments of silence, and calls to action.
By
Claire Landsbaum
awful things
July 8, 2016
Civilian Mom Shot in Dallas While Shielding Her 4 Sons
Shetamia Taylor was one of two nonpolice victims.
By
Claire Landsbaum
police shootings
Nov. 20, 2015
What a Tragedy in Toronto Can Teach Us About How Police Handle De-escalation
“Slow down” seems to be a very important message for police officers dealing with people in crisis.
By
Jesse Singal