Tag: police violence
Lawsuit filed after police handcuff 8-year-old boy on video
“My son has a disability and the authorities tried to make him a criminal.”
Video: LAPD shoots man in the head with nonlethal rounds
The LAPD officers who shot Montano with nonlethal rounds have not been identified and are not currently facing criminal charges for assault.
Popular movements can overcome authoritarian policing
While Trump sending in militarized troops to cities needs to be opposed, police violence is bigger than Trump.
New local lawsuit challenges ‘violent and unlawful’ attacks on Portland protesters...
"The administration can expect legal challenges, and, as we have seen in Portland, their attacks will only bring more people out to protest."
Four former correctional officers sentenced to prison for beating handcuffed inmate
“The sentences handed down in this case show that law enforcement officers who break the law, violate their oaths, and deprive inmates of their civil rights will be held accountable for their actions.”
Police officers charged with murder after tasing man to death
“The actions of the district attorney in filing second degree-murder charges is a big step in providing the public with the security that law enforcement is going to be held accountable.”
‘Not good enough’: Protesters demand more action after officers who killed...
"This shouldn't be a moment, this should be a movement."
Fired cop charged with battery and misconduct after attacking woman on...
“If [police] violate those professional standards, then we will terminate them. If their conduct rises to the level where it’s criminal, [State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle] is going to prosecute you.”
‘It’s about terrorizing Us’: Environmental racism expert draws parallels with police...
“If this moment can be sustained through further conversations, I think there can be a breakthrough.”
Police detective charged in fatal shooting
“His conduct was reckless. It was reckless and in violation of the Fourth Amendment.”
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Arizona abortion rights face crucial test as Governor Hobbs repeals century-old ban
This legislative change, which has been long sought by advocates, sets the stage for a November ballot measure that could further secure abortion rights in Arizona.
New study finds $1 trillion worth of food waste generated per year globally
The study is a global estimate on food waste at retail and consumer levels and helps to provide "guidance for countries on improving data collection and suggests best practices in moving from measuring to reducing food waste."
The distortion of campus protests over Gaza
Did the right weaponize antisemitism to distract from Israel's war?
Biden faces criticism over condemnation of pro-Palestinian campus protests
The president's portrayal of these protests as violent and lawless has not only stirred controversy, but may also deepen the rift between him and many progressive constituents.
How the Constitution fails to protect the environment
The absence of clear and broad constitutional authority to protect the environment limits the scope of federal environmental law.