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Manhattan D.A. Declines To Prosecute Some Demonstrators Who Violate Curfew
News"The prosecution of protesters charged with these low-level offenses undermines critical bonds between law enforcement and the communities we serve," District Attorney Cyrus Vance said Friday.

2 Uncles And A 'Doorway To Imagination' Spread Love On Social Media
NewsThe backyard wood structure looks like something you'd find in a secret garden or a little hut in the forest. The artist and his husband have gained lots of fans on social media.

Caravan For Justice: Cars Offer Socially Distanced Protesting During Pandemic
NewsHundreds of cars circle San Francisco, festooned with signs honoring George Floyd and other black victims of police violence. Similar protests are planned from Detroit to Connecticut.

Minneapolis Agrees To Ban Chokeholds And Neck Restraints By Police
NewsThe agreement between the city and state human rights authorities promises several reforms. It comes after the state filed a civil rights charge over the police killing of George Floyd.

Coronavirus FAQs: How To Stay Safe While Protesting, When To Go Out After Recovery
NewsAlso: If I head to a new state or country for a visit, do I need to self-isolate to protect others in case I'm contagious?

Israeli Police Killing Of Palestinian Leads To Apologies And Echoes Of The U.S.
NewsA fatal police shooting of an unarmed Palestinian man with autism in Jerusalem last weekend has stirred protests.
![A new street sign sits above an intersection outside St. John's Church in Washington, D.C., where President Trump arranged a photo-op this week. Mayor Muriel Bowser says, "The section of 16th [Street] in front of the White House is now officially 'Black Lives Matter Plaza.' "](https://media.npr.org/assets/img/2020/06/05/ap_20157588244006_wide-df6407a0d9b3a24f22dd038a4b35072e857f4759.jpg?s=12)
'Black Lives Matter Plaza,' Across From White House, Is Christened By D.C. Leaders
NewsAfter an unveiling attended by the mayor, "Black Lives Matter" now adorns an official street sign near the White House — and a yellow-lettered mural that spans two city blocks.

Security Perimeter Around White House Expanded By Several Blocks
NewsThe fencing is being put in place to protect the White House in the face of protests, the Secret Service says. The mayor of Washington, D.C., has criticized the increased federal security in the area.

Trump Says Strong Economy Will Bring Racial Justice
NewsThe president intimates that George Floyd, killed by police, would be happy with the lower than expected unemployment rate.

LinkedIn CEO Condemns Employees' 'Appalling Comments' On Race
NewsDuring an all-staff meeting, anonymous employees deride the racial justice protests and question the professional networking company's diversity initiatives.

How Will The U.S. And WHO Fare Without Each Other?
NewsGlobal health experts weigh in on the short- and long-term consequences of the U.S. breaking ties with the World Health Organization.

Dallas Police Adopts 'Duty To Intervene' Policy To Prevent Abuse
NewsThe rule requires police to act to prevent officers from using excessive force. The order comes after widespread outrage over the killing of George Floyd while being restrained by Minneapolis Police.
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