George Zimmerman

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Trayvon Martin's Family Responds to George Zimmerman's $100 Million Lawsuit

Zimmerman was acquitted of killing the teenager in 2012. Now, he is accusing Martin’s parents and others of defamation.

Shani Saxon Dec 5, 2019 12:20PM EST

Remembering Trayvon

Martin’s death at the hands of a vigilante sparked the Black Lives Matter movement.

Kenrya Rankin Feb 26, 2018 9:26AM EST

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Florida Judge Strikes Down Updated 'Stand Your Ground' Law

Critics say the latest version of the law that helped exonerate George Zimmerman allows more people to claim self defense, even when they provoked the encounter.

Sameer Rao Jul 5, 2017 12:53PM EDT

Tracy Martin gray and white argyle sweater next to Sybrina Fulton in black cardigan and blue shirt, holding hands

Trayvon Martin Memoir to Hit Shelves in January

Martin’s parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, wrote “Rest In Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin” to explore their child’s life—and death.

Sameer Rao Sep 29, 2016 11:29AM ET

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Out of Despair, Hope: The 3rd Anniversary of #BlackLivesMatter, Zimmerman Acquittal

Where were you when George Zimmerman walked free after killing Trayvon Martin?

Kenrya Rankin Jul 13, 2016 10:51AM EDT

George Zimmerman is auctioning off the gun he used to kill Trayvon Martin, 17.

Gun Used to Kill Trayvon Martin Auctioned Off for $138,900

It has not yet been confirmed that the bid, placed by “John Smith,” is legitimate.

Kenrya Rankin May 19, 2016 2:33PM EDT