Atlanta Police Chief Resigns
The mayor of Atlanta announced the resignation of the city's police chief, just hours after police shot and killed a black man outside a fast food restaurant.
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Study: TV Police Shows Affect Real-World Policing
Some police procedurals are getting booted off television. One study reveals how TV portrays police and the criminal justice system can interfere with attempts at reform.
How White Police Union Leadership Impacts Officers Of Color And Their Communities
NPR's Michel Martin talks to journalist Eli Hager of The Marshall Project about the impact that white police union leadership has on officers of color and the communities they serve.
The History Of Policing And Race In The U.S. Are Deeply Intertwined
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with professor Keisha Blain about the history of policing in the United States.
Memphis Police Union Head Responds To Calls For Reform
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Michael Williams, head of the Memphis police union, about race relations between the force, its leaders, and its community amid nationwide calls for changes to policing.
Protesters Cite Discrimination In Call For Minneapolis Police Union Head To Step Down
Amid growing calls to disband the Minneapolis Police Department, there are also calls to oust the head of the police union, Bob Kroll.
What Happens When Officers Blow The Whistle On Police Misconduct
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Chicago police Sgt. Isaac Lambert and former Chicago officer Lorenzo Davis about the consequences they faced speaking out against fellow officers and police misconduct.
Law Professor On Misdemeanor Offenses And Racism In The Criminal System
The killings of George Floyd and many others all began with allegations of a minor offense. These make up 80% of criminal arrests and cases in the U.S., and disproportionately affect people of color.
In UK, Police Response To Protests For Racial Equality Is Markedly Different
Police in Britain have been dealing with mass protests following the death of George Floyd. However, the way UK police manage demonstrations greatly differs from their American counterparts.
Transgender Health Protections Reversed By Trump Administration
Trump has reversed Obama-era protections that prohibit discrimination in health care based on gender identity. Critics warn the rule could harm a vulnerable group — LGBTQ people — during a pandemic.