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Here are some of the biggest new laws that went into effect Jan. 1
New laws enacted across the country went into effect at the beginning of the year.
2020 is a year we’ll never forget. Here’s why
To say that 2020 was a year for the history books is an understatement.
Boston police sergeant put on leave over bodycam footage of George Floyd protests
New body camera footage shed light on the police conduct during the spring’s Black Lives Matter protests.
Minnesota leaders ban chokeholds, ‘warrior training’ in comprehensive police reform bill
George Floyd’s death sparked change in Minnesota as state leaders passed a series of bills aimed at reducing police violence.
Bodycam footage appears to show police in Florida celebrate after shooting rubber bullets at protesters
The video appeared to show officers laughing after firing rubber bullets at protesters.
After George Floyd’s death, police confront lack of diversity in leadership
The recent calls for police reform have weighed heavily on minority officers throughout the country.
George Floyd’s killing sparks calls for police reform, and some unions are acknowledging the call
Police unions are under more scrutiny over their response to calls for reform.
Christopher Columbus statue debate rises as controversial statues fall across the country
The debate over Columbus statues heats up again in light over the country’s debate on race.
Family members, dignitaries honor George Floyd at funeral service in Houston
It was an emotional day in Houston, as family, friends and leaders paid their last respects to George Floyd.
NYPD officers hit with criminal charges, disciplined over actions during George Floyd protests
The NYPD and district attorney’s office handed down punishments for officers who were filmed assaulting protesters.
Black riders join George Floyd protests on horses to spread message of justice
A group of activists decided to show their support for the George Floyd protests on their steeds.
Cops arrest cyclist for allegedly assaulting George Floyd activists who were posting flyers in park
Officers nabbed the suspect they say assaulted a group of activists.
3 former officers charged in George Floyd’s death make 1st court appearance
The remaining three officers involved in George Floyd’s death faced the judge for the first time.
Independent autopsy finds George Floyd died of homicide by asphyxia
Two autopsies on George Floyd rules his death a homicide.
George Floyd remembered by friends and family as hardworking ‘gentle giant’
Those who knew George Floyd describe him as a hard working man who lived for his family.