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fromFortune
1 week ago

Federal judge ignores Trump DOJ request for 1-day sentence for police officer in Breonna Taylor raid

Brett Hankison was sentenced to 33 months in prison for using excessive force during the 2020 raid that caused the death of Breonna Taylor.
US politics
#brett-hankison
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Lives controlled by crime': Explosive allegations hit South Africa police

South African police commissioner accuses police chief of colluding with criminal gangs, exposing systemic corruption.
#immigration
#kenya
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

She fought Oakland murder case as her health worsened in jail. By the end, she'd been paralyzed but won freedom

Brown suffered the first of many seizures in Santa Rita Jail when she was 20. During her incarceration, she'd passed out in her cell dozens of times, lost the use of her legs and repeatedly begged to go to a hospital.
Public health
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Four French policemen to stand trial for beating black musician

Four policemen to stand trial for beating a black musician; prosecutors cite insufficient evidence for hate crime charges.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: The Reality of Anti-Gang Policing in Harlem and Beyond

A decade post-Harlem's gang raids, justice remains elusive as community safety is undermined by systemic racism and ineffective policing strategies.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fears of unrest as Kenyans mark first anniversary of storming of parliament

Kenyans will march to honor victims of last year's protests while expressing ongoing discontent with government actions and concerns about police brutality.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

GoFundMe for Father of 3 Marine Sons Arrested, Punched by Masked Border Patrol Agents Raises Nearly $90K

A viral video showing a brutal arrest by CBP agents has sparked outrage and raised nearly $90,000 for the victim, Narciso.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

George Floyd to ICE raids: How smartphones are used to fight for justice

Today's legacy of video documentation against injustice continues as Latino organizers utilize smartphones to document ICE raids and family separations, serving as critical evidence and resistance.
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Immigrant father of three Marines is violently detained, injured by federal agents, son says

The violent arrest of a landscaper by federal agents in Orange County has sparked outrage and calls for legal representation.
#nairobi
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Kenya protest: Police kill unarmed civilian DW 06/18/2025

Protesters in Nairobi faced violent clashes with armed groups and police, highlighting ongoing issues of police brutality and injustice.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

With Trump's military on Los Angeles streets, Tom Cotton's got his wish

Republican Senator Tom Cotton's controversial op-ed advocating military force against protests has influenced domestic repression under the Trump administration.
#journalism
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose settles for $620K over police brutality claims - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose officials agree to a $620,000 settlement over police misconduct during 2020 protests.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

DOC settles lawsuit for nearly $7 million after prisoners allege 'retaliatory force campaign'

This brutality included beating and kicking prisoners; gouging eyes; grabbing testicles; smashing faces into the ground or wall; deploying Taser guns, pepper ball guns, and other chemical agents; and order K9s to menace and bite prisoners.
Social justice
fromwww.sbsun.com
2 months ago

17-year-old girl injured as California takes her to the ground during arrest

The incident has sparked community outrage, with Erin's family demanding accountability and transparency in the police's use of force during the arrest.
SF parents
#george-floyd
Black Lives Matter
fromPoynter
2 months ago

George Floyd did not die of a drug overdose. Why does misinformation about his death persist? - Poynter

Chauvin's conviction was overshadowed by false narratives blaming Floyd's death on drug overdose rather than police misconduct.
Persistent misinformation regarding Floyd's death has implications for criminal accountability and police reforms.
Black Lives Matter
fromPoynter
2 months ago

George Floyd did not die of a drug overdose. Why does misinformation about his death persist? - Poynter

Chauvin's conviction was overshadowed by false narratives blaming Floyd's death on drug overdose rather than police misconduct.
Persistent misinformation regarding Floyd's death has implications for criminal accountability and police reforms.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

He gave us a sense of pride': Rev Al Sharpton on Malcolm X's 100th birthday

Malcolm X highlighted systemic economic disenfranchisement in Black communities and criticized media portrayals of police brutality protests as riots.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The Cannes standout that has 'best picture' written all over it

Cannes Film Festival highlights potential Oscar contenders, boosting their visibility and importance in the awards season.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dossier 137 review tense gilets-jaunes thriller divides cop's loyalties over police brutality

Dominik Moll's 'Dossier 137' effectively highlights the consequences of police brutality in France, using a gripping narrative focused on the investigation of a protest-related injury.
France politics
#tyre-nichols
Black Lives Matter
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Acquittal of Tyre Nichols' Killers and the Hollow Promise of 2020

Tyre Nichols was murdered by police officers during a reckless driving stop, highlighting systemic issues of violence and injustice in law enforcement.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Three ex-Tennessee officers acquitted of state charges in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

Three former Memphis officers acquitted of state charges related to Tyre Nichols' death, but still face federal convictions and potential prison time.
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Former Memphis officers were frustrated when they fatally beat Tyre Nichols, prosecutor says

The trial of three former police officers focuses on their roles in Tyre Nichols' fatal beating after a traffic stop.
Black Lives Matter
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Acquittal of Tyre Nichols' Killers and the Hollow Promise of 2020

Tyre Nichols was murdered by police officers during a reckless driving stop, highlighting systemic issues of violence and injustice in law enforcement.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Three ex-Tennessee officers acquitted of state charges in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

Three former Memphis officers acquitted of state charges related to Tyre Nichols' death, but still face federal convictions and potential prison time.
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Former Memphis officers were frustrated when they fatally beat Tyre Nichols, prosecutor says

The trial of three former police officers focuses on their roles in Tyre Nichols' fatal beating after a traffic stop.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Jim Crow Origins of National Police Week

The National Police Week memorializes fallen officers but lacks distinction between honorable service and police misconduct.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Wonderful man': Hayward man who died in police custody was combat veteran, father of 6

Tragic death of Nathan Hoang highlights the intersection of mental illness, law enforcement, and the need for transparency in such cases.
Black Lives Matter
fromKqed
2 months ago

Uncuffed: Where Were You in '92? | KQED

The acquittal of four police officers in Rodney King's beating sparked significant riots and ongoing dialogue about police brutality and racial inequality.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A Prison Death Highlights Russia's LGBTQ Crackdown

The crackdown on LGBTQ rights in Russia intensified, culminating in the suspicious death of travel agency owner Andrei Kotov after police brutality.
fromCity Limits
4 months ago

Opinion: Courageous Response Must Follow New York's Latest Prison Death

The Youth Justice Innovation Fund aims to prevent youth arrests and promote positive youth development through community-based organizations.
#homelessness
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

SJ police officers under investigation after video shows them punching, restraining unhoused man

San Jose police are under scrutiny after video reveals excessive force used against an unhoused man during an indecent exposure arrest.
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

San Jose police beat homeless man as mayor pushes arrests - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose police's violent treatment of a homeless man raises serious concerns about civil rights and use of force by law enforcement.
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

SJ police officers under investigation after video shows them punching, restraining unhoused man

San Jose police are under scrutiny after video reveals excessive force used against an unhoused man during an indecent exposure arrest.
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

San Jose police beat homeless man as mayor pushes arrests - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose police's violent treatment of a homeless man raises serious concerns about civil rights and use of force by law enforcement.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The reluctant collaborator: surviving Syria's brutal civil war and its aftermath

Mustafa's dream of acting was shattered when he was violently detained by police during anti-government demonstrations in Syria.
DC food
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

This Has to Be One of the Most Devastating Plots to Unfold in a Marvel Project

Daredevil: Born Again opens with protagonist Matt Murdock quitting his superhero role to focus on his law practice.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Dialogue or confrontation? Mozambique's Chapo chooses both DW 03/08/2025

Mozambican government announced a 'Day of Dialogue' but it escalated into violence amid police brutality during protests led by opposition politician Venancio Mondlane.
LA Kings
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Today in History: March 3, Rodney King beaten by Los Angeles police

March 3 is notable for historical events like Rodney King's beating in 1991, shaping discussions on police violence and civil rights.
#nypd
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Scooter-riding NYC mom stopped by cops and called a 'black b-h,' plans to sue NYPD for $5M

Keyanna Moody plans to sue the NYPD for $5 million over alleged police misconduct and racial profiling during her e-scooter ride.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Scooter-riding NYC mom stopped by cops and called a 'black b-h,' plans to sue NYPD for $5M

Keyanna Moody plans to sue the NYPD for $5 million over alleged police misconduct and racial profiling during her e-scooter ride.
France news
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

European court condemns France over death of anti-dam protester

Remi Fraisse's death led to a significant ruling by the ECHR regarding police accountability and the use of potentially lethal force.
London politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Five days under house arrest for selling books on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict

The arrest of Mahmud and Ahmed Muna showcases the difficulties faced by Palestinian cultural institutions under Israeli control.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Ex-Deputy Describes Rampant Violence by Mississippi Goon Squad'

Former sheriff's deputy reveals systematic illegal practices by Rankin County sheriffs, involving brutality and wrongful convictions over two decades.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Fear grips Kashmir as young man kills himself after alleged police torture

Makhan Din committed suicide to protest police brutality in Kashmir, voicing his despair for victims of torture.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Family of Sonya Massey, killed by police in her home, receive $10m settlement

Sangamon County settled a wrongful death case by agreeing to pay $10 million to Sonya Massey's family after a deputy shot her in her home.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Videos reveal new incidents of deadly brutality by Bangladesh police

On August 5, just as Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled Bangladesh, evidence emerged showing police targeted peaceful protesters, causing at least 20 injuries or deaths.
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New York City
fromAxios
7 months ago

Fatal beating of Black inmate in New York draws probes, outrage

Robert Brooks died following a brutal beating by corrections officers, prompting an investigation and calls for accountability in law enforcement.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

Shoplifter injured by police dog gets nearly $1-million settlement from Northern California city

"Oh, my God, please get your dog," Bates could be heard screaming in body camera video of the incident while Brentwood Police Officer Ryan Rezentes is seen pulling at the dog's leash. "My whole skin is off."
Los Angeles
fromenglish.elpais.com
8 months ago

From riots to power: Chi Osse, the youngest council member in New York history

Chi Osse transformed from a party organizer to a politician in response to the George Floyd protests, becoming a symbol of youth activism in politics.
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