Some school leaders say school resource officers are being unfairly blamed for students of color ending up in the criminal justice system.
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Trump ordered federal forces to quell Portland protests. The chaos ended as soon as they left.
The Trump administration had sent dozens officers from various law enforcement agencies to Portland at the start of July.
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Protesters vary as much as their arrests, AP analysis shows
Those arrested during protests in Portland, Oregon, are self-described parents, Black Lives Matter activists and people taking advantage of the nightly chaos.
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Ex-Minneapolis officer seeks to have charges dropped in George Floyd death
Tou Thao will ask the judge to dismiss the charges at a hearing on Sept. 11.
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Outrage after NYPD takes away protester in unmarked van
Bystander video of 18-year-old Nikki Stone’s arrest spread quickly on social media.
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Federal agents to pull back in Portland, Ore., but stay on standby
The plan calls for U.S. Marshals Service and Federal Protective Service officers to stay inside a fence set up around the U.S. courthouse, along with some state police, to keep out protesters.
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Another View: U.S. Senate should pass new Voting Rights Act in honor of John Lewis
Congress must make it a priority to pass a new voting rights bill that better protects citizens from discrimination.
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Cape Elizabeth committee to help council eliminate racism, inequality
The Civil Rights Committee will be asked to review town policies and recommend changes to promote equity and inclusion.
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Effort to restore Portland’s historic African American meetinghouse sees surge of support
Many have donated recently to the group restoring the historic former Black church building in Portland, but the project needs $1 million more.
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Rep. John Lewis remembered for legacy of ‘good trouble’
From former presidents to colleagues in Congress, John Lewis is remembered as a civil rights icon who pursued “good trouble” to make a difference in the United States