Former president Barack Obama weighed on the death of George Floyd, writing “this shouldn’t be ‘normal’ in 2020 America.” MINNEAPOLIS - Protests have spread across the United States condemning the death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer held a knee on his neck on Monday, and many high-profile celebrities are rallying to donate money to help demonstrators who have been arrested make bail.

Floyd died while pleading for air as a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for nearly eight minutes. RELATED: ‘Please, please I can’t breathe’: Man dies after being detained by Minneapolis police, FBI investigating People have been posting screenshots across social media showing donations made to the Minnesota Freedom

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Shay Mitchell Remains ‘Hopeful’ About New Generation While Raising Daughter Amid George Floyd Protests

Shay Mitchell is speaking out about the ongoing protests happening in the United States.

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Hennepin County Medical Examiner declares George Floyd death homicide

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's report released Monday ruled the death of George Floyd a homicide.

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Bandcamp to donate 100% of profits for 24 hours to support “racial justice, equality and change”

The site will donate 100% of profits to The NAACP Legal Defense Fund on June 17

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Nick Cannon Explains Why He 'Had to' Attend George Floyd Protests in Minneapolis

Nick Cannon is explaining his decision to travel to Minneapolis to join racial injustice protests and sharing how his children’s views remain impacted by such events. Protests have occurred around the globe following the death of 46-year-old Minneapolis man George Floyd, who died after a police officer held him down by the neck with his knee for more than seven minutes last week.

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Protesters invoke different names to decry police treatment

CHICAGO – In Baltimore, protesters shouted the name of Freddie Gray. In Topeka, Kansas, T-shirts were emblazoned with the name of Dominique White. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, people gathered in a spot where white mobs killed hundreds of blacks a century ago and chanted the name of Terence Crutcher.

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Peaceful protesters get lost in action-packed coverage

NEW YORK – The nation's unrest has made for an unprecedented nightly action show on television, with control rooms that switch quickly between cars ablaze, police officers advancing on demonstrators and ransacked stores in cities across the country.

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George Clooney Pens Essay Calling for 'Lasting Change' Following Death of George Floyd

George Clooney is encouraging all Americans to vote in order to fight against systematic racism.

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Tony Awards Virtual Celebration Postponed in Solidarity With Black Lives Matter

The 2020 Tony Awards are being postponed once again. On Monday, Broadway On Demand announced that they were postponing the Tonys celebration that was scheduled to air on the newly launched streaming service this Sunday, in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the ongoing protests across the country.

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George Clooney pens powerful essay on race riots in America and makes a dig at President Trump

George Clooney has penned a powerful essay about the widespread race riots across the United States, sparked by the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.'There is little doubt that George Floyd was murdered,' Clooney, 59, began in the piece published by The Daily Beast.'This is our pandemic. It infects all of us, and in 400 years we've yet to find a vaccine.'Clooney has written the piece as America heads into a new week of civil unrest, as political leaders struggle to control the coast-to-coast outpouring of fury over police brutality, and the police killings of black people.

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George Clooney pens powerful essay on race riots in America and makes a dig at President Trump

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Black leaders across Central Florida call for change and unity after death of George Floyd

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Many African American leaders and supporters across Central Florida are calling for change, unity, and more police accountability after the death of George Floyd. They say it’s time to work together in order to move forward.

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Kim Zolciak blasted for launching swimsuit line amid protests

Kim Zolciak-Biermann had always planned to launch her new swimsuit line launch on June 1, and nothing, not even a nation in unrest, could stop her.

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George Floyd’s brother condemns rioters from spot where he died in police custody

The grieving brother of George Floyd has slammed rioters for "messing up" the community and implored the black community to vote in all elections.

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'After George Floyd's Murder, I Am Calling for a Declaration of a State of Emergency for Black People'

Andrea Jenkins is the Vice President of Minneapolis City Counsel for Ward Eight. After a long career in public service, when she became the first openly transgender Black woman to be elected to public office.

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George Clooney pens powerful essay on race riots in America and makes a dig at President Trump

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Justin Trudeau Says ‘We All Have A Role’ In Confronting Racism Amid George Floyd Solidarity Protests

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says all Canadians have a role to play in confronting systemic racism as solidarity protests spread around the world following the death of George Floyd, a Black American man who pleaded for air as an officer pressed a knee into his neck during an arrest last week.

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George Floyd's Death a Homicide by Mechanical Asphyxiation, Independent Autopsy Finds

The family of George Floyd, the Minnesota man who died after an officer arresting him pressed his knee onto his neck, released the results of an independent autopsy Monday afternoon. Dr. Allecia Wilson, one of the forensic pathologists who conducted the independent autopsy, said Floyd died as a result of mechanical asphyxiation and called the death a homicide.

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Man rides through Chicago on horseback to spread positivity and 'keep the peace' amid protests

Adam Hollingsworth, who calls himself the “Dreadhead Cowboy,” wanted to keep the peace amid a weekend of violence in the Windy City.

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The Celebrities Taking to the Streets, Fundraising, and Using Their Platforms for Good

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Florida governor keeps quiet as George Floyd protests rage

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – During a violent and chaotic weekend marked by demonstrations against police brutality, Floridians did not hear from Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Barr: Law enforcement must ‘dominate’ streets amid protests

WASHINGTON – U.S. officials vowed to “maximize federal law enforcement presence” in the nation’s capital on Monday night after days of violent demonstrations led to fires across Washington and left scores of businesses with broken windows and dozens of police officers injured.

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‘Bunker Boy’: Trump mocked for ‘hiding’ from protesters at White House

U.S. President Donald Trump bragged over the weekend that he watched “every move” the Secret Service made to protect him on Friday night while hundreds of Americans rallied outside the White House to protest his response to the death of George Floyd.

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George Floyd's funeral to be held in Houston on June 9

HOUSTON - George Floyd's funeral will be held in Houston on June 9, the family's attorney Ben Crump announced Monday afternoon.

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Members of the National Guard help community members clean up Long Beach following night of unrest

LONG BEACH, Calif. - Members of the National Guard helped community members in Long Beach clean up their city Monday morning following an evening of unrest in the Southern California coastal city.

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George Floyd's funeral to be held in Houston on June 9

HOUSTON - George Floyd's funeral will be held in Houston on June 9, the family's attorney Ben Crump announced Monday afternoon.

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Family autopsy: Floyd asphyxiated by sustained pressure

MINNEAPOLIS – An autopsy commissioned for George Floyd’s family found that he died of asphyxiation due to neck and back compression when a Minneapolis police officer held his knee on Floyd's neck until he stopped breathing, ignoring his cries of distress, the family’s attorneys said Monday.

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Officials Postpone Virtual Tony Awards Due To ‘Ongoing Racism And Injustices’

Fans will have to wait a little longer for the upcoming virtual Tony Awards.

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Black-Owned Beauty Brands That Are Changing the Game

As people across the country demand justice for the death of George Floyd, there are numerous ways you can take action in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Apart from donating to organizations like , , and (find a list of resources ), you can also show support for black creators by putting money into black-owned businesses.

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Bethenny Frankel cries over the 'hate in this world' as she returns to NYC following protests

Bethenny Frankel got emotional as she returned to New York City following a weekend of unrest as protests against racism erupted throughout the five boroughs.The 49-year-old was in tears as she spoke out on her Instagram Story decrying the 'hate in this world' in two new videos on Monday.Frankel was visibly shaken as she observed the aftermath of the protests sparked by the recent killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade and Breonna Taylor.

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What Orlando youth want in response to George Floyd’s death

ORLANDO, Fla. – Dozens of young adults from several Orlando organizations gathered together on the steps of City Hall Monday to deliver a plan of action to the city council in response to the death of George Floyd, who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer, prompting protests across the country this week.

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Chiara De Blasio: 5 Things To Know About NYC Mayor’s Daughter Arrested During Protests

On the evening of May 30, Chiara de Blasio, 25, was one of many arrested in Manhattan as protests against racial injustice and police brutality continue following George Floyd‘s brutal death on May 25. Chiara, the daughter of NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio, was taken into custody for unlawful assembly after refusing to move from where she and other protestors were gathered; she was eventually released from law enforcement.

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Ryan Seacrest And Kelly Ripa Talk Minneapolis Protests, George Floyd’s Death: ‘Our Country Is Responding With Frustration, Sadness & Hurt’

Ryan Seacrest and Kelly Ripa spoke about the Minneapolis protests on Monday’s “Live with Kelly and Ryan”.

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Barack Obama Pens Essay About How To Enact Change Amid Protests Over George Floyd’s Death

Former President Barack Obama is speaking out following a weekend of protests across America in the wake of George Floyd‘s death. Floyd died last week in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after a police officer held him down with his knee on Floyd’s neck for more than seven minutes as the father repeatedly told the officer he couldn’t breathe.

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Halsey and Yungblud give first aid to protestors in Santa Monica as she calls for more medics on the ground

Halsey is calling for more medics on the ground during protests being carried out across America.

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Civil unrest could influence Biden's search for running mate

The turbulence sparked by the death of George Floyd — a black man who died after being pinned under the knee of a white Minneapolis police officer — shook not only the streets of New York and Los Angeles, but dozens of smaller communities such as Fargo, North Dakota, and Lincoln, Nebraska.

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Mykki Blanco, MNEK & More Stars Start Off Pride Month by Remembering Its Protest Roots

On June 28, 1969, hundreds of queer people fought back against police brutality at The Stonewall Inn in New York City. Many black and brown folks, including pioneers like Marsha P.

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Ghanaian Star Stonebwoy Shines a Light on ‘Black People’ With Poignant Billboard Live At-Home

Ghanaian Afropop singer Stonebwoy addressed both pandemics plaguing the world, coronavirus and racism, during his poignant Billboard Live At-Home performance Monday (June 1) that raised money for My Friend's Place, which supports the homeless youth.Performing from Ghana's capital of Accra with his DJ, Stonebwoy (real name Livingstone Etse Satekla) started off his set with none other than "Black People," a painful and incredibly timely testament to feeling lost in the world that doesn't want to acknowledge him as a Black man, let alone respect him.

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30 demonstrators arrested Sunday as protests over George Floyd’s death continue, Orlando police chief says

ORLANDO, Fla. – In a news conference held Monday by city leaders, Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolón said 30 demonstrators were arrested Sunday after peaceful protests over George Floyd’s death turned violent.

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Spike Lee on what's different about these protests

NEW YORK – It's not the first time that Spike Lee's “Do the Right Thing” has been freshly urgent, but Lee's 1989 film has again found blistering relevance in the wake of George Floyd's death.

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Violence-stricken US cities clean up, brace for more unrest

In major U.S. cities, people took to the streets to protest the death of George Floyd.

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Music industry observing 'Black Out Tuesday' for community solidarity after George Floyd's death

Music industry giants are coming together in solidarity with the black community days after George Floyd's death at the hands of police in Minneapolis.Universal Music Group, Sony, Atlantic, and Capitol were just a few of the companies who have announced they will be observing 'Black Out Tuesday' on June 2.The record labels have all committed to halting business activity for the day.

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Deputies: Driver booked on suspicion of assault after truck drives through Minneapolis protest

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Barack Obama Pens Essay About How to Enact Change Amid Protests Over George Floyd's Death

Former President Barack Obama is speaking out following a weekend of protests across America in the wake of George Floyd's death. Floyd died last week in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after a police officer held him down with his knee on Floyd's neck for more than seven minutes as the father repeatedly told the officer he couldn't breathe.

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Tony Awards Celebration Cancelled Amid Racism & Injustice Protests

Broadway On Demand A 2020 Tony Awards celebration was set to take place this Sunday (June 7) after the actual Tony Awards had to be cancelled due to the Coronavirus.

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NYC mayor eyeing curfew after violence flares amid protests

The deliberations came as workers swept up broken glass outside luxury stores in Manhattan's chic SoHo neighborhood, where people smashed windows and plundered shops overnight

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Ex-Minneapolis police chief calls for police union president to 'turn in your badge'

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Former Minneapolis Police Chief Janeé Harteau and others are calling for Police Union President Lt. Bob Kroll to step down after an email surfaced in which he blamed politicians and local leaders for the riots in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd.

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2 arrested after vandalizing Florida home of former officer charged with George Floyd's murder, deputies say

WINDERMERE, Fla. - Two women were arrested after vandalizing the Florida home of Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder after kneeling on George Floyd's neck for minutes, deputies say.

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Spike Lee releases powerful short film featuring deaths of Eric Garner and George Floyd

Spike Lee dropped a powerful short film on his Twitter page featuring the deaths of Eric Garner and George Floyd.

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