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  • ordan and Royal Pacheco learn of George Floyd's murder at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, ahead of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin's sentencing, on June 25, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

    Why 22 Years Doesn’t Equal the Life of George Floyd

    Minnesota based activists and lawyers break down what Derek Chauvin’s sentencing really means for police accountability in this present moment and the future.
    N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jul 21, 2021 10:04AM EDT
    Terrance Floyd weeps during the unveiling of a statute dedicated to his brother George Floyd at Flatbush Junction on June 19, 2021

    Derek Chauvin Will be Sentenced Today for Murder of George Floyd

    Prosecutors are requesting a 30-year-sentence for the former police officer.
    Shani Saxon Jun 25, 2021 12:50PM EDT
    Protesters hold a sign that reads "Justice for George Floyd".

    Our Statement on Derek Chauvin's Guilty Verdict

    In honor of George Floyd and countless others, Colorlines and Race Forward call for urgency in reimagining public safety for Black and Brown Lives.
    Colorlines Staff Apr 21, 2021 6:34PM EDT
    Protesters sit in front of a candlelit vigil for George Floyd

    Meet the Key Players in George Floyd’s Murder Trial

    Judge Peter Cahill, the defense, the Minnesota Attorney General, and the lawyer for the family of George Floyd, Ben Crump, all play a starring role in this tragedy.
    Cirien Saadeh Mar 19, 2021 2:21PM EDT
    About 20 people onstage with a image of George Floyd on a screen behind them. There is a podium and microphone. Press Conference

    George Floyd’s $27 Million Settlement and What It Means for His Murder Trial

    The Minneapolis City Council has settled a suit with Floyd’s family, the largest pretrial civil rights settlement in history.
    Cirien Saadeh Mar 15, 2021 3:45PM EDT
    An artist portrait of George Floyd

    Jury Selection in George Floyd’s Murder Trial Underway

    Six jurors have been chosen and over 40 potential jurors have been interviewed. Here’s what else we know so far.
    Cirien Saadeh Mar 12, 2021 4:00PM EST
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