Tag: police violence
Former police officer pleads guilty to federal extortion
"Bringing corrupt officials to justice is one of the highest priorities of this office, and we will continue to ensure that the public is protected and that criminals answer for their crimes."
Police officer placed on leave after hitting bystander on video
Livestreaming a video of an arrest where a police officer's use of force leads to his arrest.
Fired police officer charged with killing unarmed man on video
“Bayview residents deserve to know that law enforcement officers who inflict violence and harm in the community will be held accountable."
Former supervisory corrections officer sentenced to prison for tasing restrained teen
"Our citizens have a fundamental and constitutional right to ethical treatment by employees of federal, state, and local government."
Police release video of army vet who died in custody
Currently, no criminal charges have been filed against any staff members of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office for Gregory Edwards’ death in custody.
Former police officer charged with first degree murder
A former Tulsa police officer was recently charged with first degree manslaughter after fatally shooting his daughter’s boyfriend.
Alabama police captain resigns after posting ‘bullet in their skull’ comment...
Police Captain Scott Walden submitted his resignation amid public outcries for his termination from office.
Innocent mother beaten by Philly cops on video filing lawsuit
Attorneys representing the victim have confirmed she is filing a civil rights case against the police department.
Breonna Taylor grand jurors say police actions were ‘criminal’; never given...
“From the very beginning, we have seen a campaign of prevarication, of dishonesty, of outright neglect of any semblance of justice for Breonna Taylor or for her family.”
Texas police officer fired after shooting unarmed man
“Earlier today Mr. Lucas was terminated for his egregious violation of the City’s and police department’s policies.”
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Children among hundreds found in new mass grave at Gaza hospital
A horrifying discovery in Khan Younis raises alarms about the profound toll of ongoing hostilities on the most vulnerable.
Climate change costs to hit $38 trillion annually by 2050
New study reveals stark economic disparities as global warming intensifies, disproportionately affecting the world's poorest nations.
Senator Sanders proposes major cuts to Israeli military aid amid human rights concerns
Amid accusations of genocide and widespread human rights abuses, Senator Bernie Sanders champions amendments to halt offensive military funding to Israel, sparking a critical Senate debate.
Historic Gaza protests at Columbia U. enter day 6; campus protests spread across country
Solidarity protests and encampments have now sprouted up on campuses across the country, including at Yale, MIT, Tufts, NYU, The New School and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Democrats divided: Historic opposition to $26 billion military aid package for Israel amid Gaza...
A record 40 House Democrats have voted against a controversial bill, citing concerns over the impact of military operations on children in Gaza.