The case of a former Detroit officer who was accused of shooting journalists with rubber bullets after a protest in May of 2020 has been reopened.

Charges have been dismissed against a former Detroit police officer who was accused of shooting journalists with rubber bullets after a protest in May of 2020.

The ACLU is not looking for any criminal charges to be filed, but they do want a higher power to take a look into the Taylor Police Department.

When a person takes on the role of a police officer, they swear to protect and serve their community with respect and integrity. But what happens when they don’t?

AAPD releases a statement pledging commitment to equitable policing one year after George Floyd's killing.

Day 15 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Monday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day 14 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Thursday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day 13 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Wednesday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day 12 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Tuesday, and you can watch it live right here.

On Monday it was announced that five legal observers with the National Lawyers Guild are suing the Detroit Police Department.

Day 11 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Monday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day 10 of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Friday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day nine of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Thursday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day eight of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Wednesday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day seven of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Tuesday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day six of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Monday, and you can watch it live right here.

Day five of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Friday, and you can watch it live right here.

A picture of George Floyd hangs on a fence outside the Hennepin County Government Center, Tuesday, March 30, 2021, in Minneapolis where the trial for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin continues. Chauvin is charged with murder in the death of Floyd during an arrest last May in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)Day four of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is underway Thursday, and you can watch it live right here. Officer Derek Chauvin’s knee pins his neck, another officer’s knee holds his back and a third officer holds his legs, with the officers talking calmly about whether he might be on drugs. Another officer checked Floyd’s wrist for a pulse and said he couldn’t find one.

DETROIT – A majority of misdemeanor tickets issued during two nights of demonstrations in Detroit have been dismissed, according to officials. The tickets were issued while Detroit was under a curfew that required people to stay off city streets after 8 p.m. unless they were going to the doctor, drug store or grocery store. After a review, a majority of misdemeanor tickets issued on May 31 and June 2 will be dismissed. In light of that review, the Law Department is dismissing the majority of misdemeanor tickets issued on May 31 and June 2. Although certain cases from these two dates will be pursued, the City believes it is best to dismiss the vast majority of citations.

(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)Detroit will dismiss most misdemeanor citations issued last spring during several days of protests against police brutality following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, a city official said Tuesday. Most of the tickets written from May 31 through June 2 were for curfew violations as hundreds of people demonstrated in downtown Detroit. The city expects to dismiss 238 of the 245 tickets issued on those three days, Detroit Corporation Counsel Lawrence Garcia said. Dozens of demonstrators received appearance citations for violating the city’s 8 p.m. curfew, Garcia said in a statement. Prosecutors in Los Angeles also decided not to charge thousands of protesters arrested for violating curfew and other police orders.

This election year, the U.S. is facing a myriad of issues that aren’t solely political -- from the coronavirus pandemic and its economic fallout, to national unrest over racism, blazing wildfires, hurricanes, you name it. No matter who you’re supporting in the General Election this November, it’s clear that the incoming government will have a lot of work to do to help the country return to some normalcy. The question is: After the November election is over, what issues should U.S. government leaders address first? Share your thoughts with us using the form below:The presidential election is on November 3, 2020. Inauguration day is January 20, 2021.

As this country has seen numerous times, traffic stops can often lead to scary interactions between law enforcement and citizens -- especially for minorities. Legal Equalizer is an app designed to help keep citizens safe during a traffic stop by by recording the stop and connecting users to help in real time. "The way the app works is when you log in, it’s going to ask you for access to your contacts -- please say yes. “We also have (information on) what to do during police encounters and immigration encounters,” Njaie said. Njaie says he has spoken with several police departments who have shown approval of the app, saying it’s a way to hold everyone accountable.

DETROIT – The Detroit Police Department is making moves to strengthen its relationship with the community amid a difficult and unsteady year. The department is creating a new office aimed at bringing together officers and citizens following local and national unrest over police brutality and racism. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has credited the relationship that the city has with its police department for the largely peaceful protests and interactions with protesters. Violence at Detroit protests included police deploying tear gas, rubber bullets and arresting numerous demonstrators. “This office will expand both the internal operations of officer support, and external efforts of procedural justice and policing legitimacy through community engagement,” Craig said.

DETROIT – Amid anger over police brutality nationwide, a Detroit activist is using his energy to come up with solutions to end it. The activist works with police departments all throughout the Detroit area, but he says the latest police killing in Texas has him pushing even harder for police reform. Related: Ex-officer charged in George Floyd’s death freed on $1M bondThe activist says enough is enough and that more should be done to end this violence. Detroit police officers also use body cameras while on the job. A spokesperson with the Detroit Police Department said that counseling services are available to officers, but they were not sure how often officers use those services.

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DETROIT – Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is typically pretty quiet outside of the game of football. But when it comes to racism and police brutality, he feels the need to speak up. It’s time we stop pretending, or defending, or just closing our eyes to what’s right in front of us. “If you’re being silent, you’re OK with it,” Detroit safety Duron Harmon said. "You’re OK with what’s happening.

Ahead of Labor Day, major U.S. labor unions say they are considering work stoppages in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)NEW YORK Ahead of Labor Day, unions representing millions across several working-class sectors are threatening to authorize work stoppages in support of the Black Lives Matter movement amid calls for concrete measures that address racial injustice. Are we in conversation with our members and the national labor movement about how we escalate our tactics to stop fascism and win justice? Martin Luther King Jr. and Rep. John Lewis and was organized by A. Philip Randolph, a Black icon of the labor movement. That connection has only intensified because of the importance of workers of color, particularly African Americans, in the labor movement, Sugrue said.

The rescheduled Game 5 of the Bucks' series against Orlando began Saturday as the NBA postseason resumed after a historic stoppage that players hope will bring change in their communities. “It was a moment in which the world needed and obviously we know this is going to be a long, ongoing process,” Bucks guard Wesley Matthews said. Matthews said he was putting on his uniform shorts about 20 minutes before the game was set to begin Wednesday when the Bucks decided they wouldn't play. The Magic refused to accept the forfeit and NBA players stood behind the Bucks, even though some were frustrated the Bucks acted alone without consulting them. Matthews apologized for that but said the aftermath has confirmed for the Bucks that they made the right decision.

A former Minneapolis police officer involved in George Floyds arrest told investigators that he was focused on crowd control and minimized his role in the actions that led to Floyds death, video of the interview shows. "I dont want anyone to die, Thao told an investigator who asked what his reaction was to Floyd's death. My heart kind of sank.Thao voluntarily participated in the 1-hour, 40-minute interview with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension eight days after Floyd's death. Thao also said he has never used the maneuver that Chauvin used to pin Floyd to the ground. Floyd's death sparked protests around the globe against racial injustice and police brutality.

Since Floyds death in late May, there have been about 450 pieces of policing reform proposals introduced in 31 states, according to a count by the NCSL. Many states had finished their normal legislative session at the time of Floyd's death and are planning to address police accountability next year. But some states are having special sessions this year and others moved quickly to pass bills during the normal legislative calendar. Now lawmakers are set to debate a wide range of policing and other reforms in a special session starting later this month. Lamont Bagby, chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus, said its unfortunate that Floyds death was necessary to create a sense of urgency for policing reforms.

DETROIT There has been a lot going on in Detroit over the last couple of months, from COVID, protests, to now the string of violence. Chief Craig said they are handling it all, but he has to be honest, its a lot. Eight whole weeks, said Chief James Craig with Detroit Police. READ: Detroit ProtestsThats how many weeks there have been of nightly protests against police brutality. No they come out of the neighborhood police stations.Larry: Chief Craig, Having the adequate resources to mandate these protests and the crime thats going on here in Detroit, is that stretching your resources?

DETROIT In response to President Donald Trumps threat to send federal law enforcement into cities across the nation, including Detroit, Michigan Gov. It is deeply disturbing that President Trump is once again choosing to spread hateful rhetoric and attempting to suppress the voices of those he doesnt agree with, said Whitmer. There is no reason for the president to send federal troops into a city where people are demanding change peacefully and respectfully. We are a nation of laws, and the Presidents attempts to intimidate our communities with threats of violence could not be more un-American.Trump says he plans to send federal agents to other cities as well. The Chicago Tribune, citing anonymous sources, reported Monday that Trump planned to deploy 150 federal agents to Chicago.

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office determined that a Warren police officer did not violate any laws or policies during their arrest of an Amazon delivery driver in June. Police say the White officer approached the Black Amazon driver and requested the driver’s license 10 times, which the driver did not comply with. The Warren officer involved was placed on paid administrative leave during the investigation led by the county sheriff’s office. The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that the Warren police officer did not violate any Michigan criminal laws, nor did they violate any of the city police department’s policies. A full explanation of the county sheriff’s office’s decision can be found in a tweet below.

DETROIT Michigan state representatives revealed their plans to transform police and public safety Wednesday morning. The reform plans are coming from Detroiters and many -- Like Rep. Tenisha Yancey -- have law enforcement backgrounds. Yancey said facial recognition technology has to go due to how often it identifies people of color incorrectly. The press conference unveiled the Equal Justice for All plan, which revolves around four pillars of reform: police accountability, use of force protocols, community oversight and reinventing public safety. As a law enforcement veteran, he said the actions of the Minneapolis police toward George Floyd changed law enforcement forever.

LANSING, Mich. In a virtual campaign event, Sen. Gary Peters (D) touted recent proposals in the Senate on policing reform. Wendell Anthony and former Attorney General Eric Holder in the discussion which lasted just over an hour. Peters also criticized Senate Republicans for not passing what he considered meaningful reforms. The Republicans did not put forward the kind of concrete action that we need to take right now, he said. In a statement Peters opponent, John James called the event PR.Gary Peters doesnt speak for black people.

DETROIT A violent confrontation happened Sunday night on Detroits southwest side. Video from the scene captured a Detroit police SUV driving through a crowd, knocking several people to the ground. The video shows the police officer revving the engine, trying to get a protester off the vehicle before pressing on the gas and accelerating through the crowd. RELATED: Detroit mayor apologizes to journalists targeted by police while covering protestsOne protester said the officers actions validate the protests and said the Detroit police feels like they could do anything with impunity.Thats why we march, he said. The police feel like their badge gives them the authority to do harm and damage under any circumstances.Detroit police said they have started an investigation and are looking into the incident.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. – Phoenix Williams, who recorded students taunting him and calling him the N-word while on the school bus when he was an eighth-grader in Bloomfield Hills, has already inspired change in his life. Phoenix said that bus ride and the impact of the incident has stuck with him, and watching the video of George Floyd’s death has motivated him to again work for change. MORE: Metro Detroit religious leaders fight for change in our communityPhoenix captured the school bus incident on video when he was 13 years old. He’s now a freshman at Howard University, but that moment in eighth grade still shaped much of his young life. You can hear from Phoenix in Hank Winchester’s full video above.

George Floyd video inspires Bloomfield Hills teen to continue working for changePublished: June 23, 2020, 5:37 pmPhoenix Williams, who recorded students taunting him and calling him the N-word while on the school bus when he was an eighth-grader in Bloomfield Hills, has already inspired change in his life.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. Louisville's mayor said Friday that one of three police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor will be fired. Mayor Greg Fisher said interim Louisville police Chief Robert Schroeder has started termination proceedings for Officer Brett Hankison. Two other officers remain on administrative reassignment while the shooting is investigated. Taylor, who was black, was gunned down by officers who burst into her Louisville home using a no-knock warrant. She was shot eight times by officers conducting a narcotics investigation on March 13.

We must do more than just condemn bigotry and acts of excessive force committed by law enforcement officers. Mandating law enforcement agencies report use of force data, disaggregated by race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion and age. Creating an independent investigative and prosecutorial process for deaths that involve the actions of law enforcement officers. Requiring continuing education for law enforcement officers as a license requirement; improving and standardizing police policies and trainings (including de-escalation, cultural competence and implicit bias trainings). Whitmer has encouraged continuing education for law enforcement officers, and has supported legislation that requires increased implicit bias and de-escalation training for Michigan officers.

DETROIT – Protesters are picketing the homes of Detroit City Council members, asking them to vote down the expansion of facial recognition technology in the city. Facial recognition has been has been a hot topic along with the backlash against Detroit’s Project Green Light cameras. READ: Detroit business owner disagrees with protesters’ demand to end Project Green LightThe group, Detroit Will Breathe, is one of the main protest groups who take to the streets of Detroit on a nightly basis. Their demands include to defund the Detroit Police Department, starting with eliminating the use of facial recognition technology. 'Defund the police’: What it means and why activists are calling for itThe technology is approved by the Board of Police Commissioners.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. Southfields police chief is defending the officers accused of police brutality in a lawsuit filed by a pregnant woman who said three officers assaulted her and caused her to lose her unborn baby. Southfield police Chief Elvin Barren said this is not a case of police brutality. He said hes appalled by allegations that his officers would treat a Black resident differently than a White resident or knowingly use a Taser on a pregnant woman. When you look at the narrative that was suggested: that we knowingly would Tase a pregnant woman -- that is appalling to me, Barren said. It is also alarming to me that it was suggested that this police department would have treated her differently if she was a White woman from an affluent community.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A large protest formed in Washington Township on Friday as around 1,000 people gathered near the “Romeo Rock.”There has been controversy surrounding the rock since racist graffiti was sprayed on it earlier in the week. READ: Future of ‘Romeo Rock’ uncertain after ‘Black Lives Matter’ message replaced with racial slurDemonstrators took to the streets Friday in support of Black Lives Matter. The tiny Romeo community of about 3,600 people was rocked earlier this week when vandals wrote racial slurs on the rock, which is a landmark. The rock had been painted with the Black Lives Matter slogan before it was vandalized. Demonstrators Friday said their collective voice will drown out the few who vandalized their beloved rock.

DETROIT There are several racial injustice, racial equality and anti-police brutality protests planned for Friday, June 12 in southeastern Michigan. Heres what to know about:March and rally in Oxford Hosted by Change Group Oxford 11 a.m. march and 3 p.m. rallySt. Clair Shores Hosted by Black Lives Matter Starts at St. Clair Shores Police Department -- 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.Detroit Academy of the Arts and Sciences -- One Nation Youth March for Racial Equality Starts at the school and will end at Hart Plaza in Downtown Detroit 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.Dexter residents protest 2 p.m. in DextKeego Harbor Led by Black Lives Matter 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.Grosse Pointe/Detroit 5 p.m.Related:

SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. Shelby Townships police chief was placed on paid administrative leave during an investigation into alleged comments he made on social media about the George Floyd protests across the country. READ: Shelby Township police chief on paid leave over social media comments about George Floyd protestsA meeting is being held inside Shelby Township City Hall. Because the hall is closed to the public, part of the meeting is being held on a Zoom audio call. Shelide had a personal Twitter account where he posted inflammatory statements regarding the civil unrest around the country. The township supervisor said that the Tweets were unprofessional and could be considered racially insensitive and derogatory.

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is hosting a live virtual town at 8 p.m. on Wednesday. Guests Former Vice President Joe Biden and Ohio Representative Marcia Fudge will discuss racism and racial disparities amid national protests following the killing of Black Minneapolis man George Floyd and the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. You can watch the town hall from the NAACPs Facebook Live stream below:MORE: The Latest: Floyds brother urges lawmakers to make reforms

DETROIT Its the newest song from Detroit rapper and teacher Steven Banks. He named the song Black Lives in honor of George Floyd and black men and women everywhere, It just seems, like the title was fitting, from one of the lines in the song and whats going on right now, said Banks. 34-year old Steven Banks is not just a rappers, but a local history teacher. He said the Black Lives Matter movement is a beautiful thing and he wanted to express that in a creative way, Musically, I wanted to use that voice as I had the opportunity. But he said as a black man and teacher, he wants to show his students that being black is powerful and their lives matter, I think of me as a black man.

The action is being especially encouraged among marginalized communities, where policing -- and police brutality -- occurs more frequently. “You look at budgets and they’re focused on policing — they should be focused on education, transportation, access to health care, access to skills and leveling the playing field." So, yeah, I mean, the spirit of it, I do support that spirit of it.”Following the interview with The Root, Gov. Whitmer said she’s open to the idea of ending qualified immunity in Michigan. Whitmer also said she was open to legislation that would unseal police records, which New York lawmakers are expected to repeal.

The idea behind Project Green Light is to use cameras linked to police to keep the community safe. 2 was to end Project Green Light. Now there are Project Green Light cameras all over the city. Beydoun said hes seen an increase in business because of Project Green Light. It will be up to them if Project Green Light continues or is shut down, Beydoun said.

Watch live coverage of the funeral for George Floyd, whose death at the hands of a police officer sparked protests around the world. Watch live here:Floyd, who was 46 when he was killed, will be laid to rest next to his mother. On May 25, as a white Minneapolis officer pressed a knee on Floyd's neck, the dying man cried out for his mother. Floyds death sparked international protests and drew new attention to the treatment of African Americans in the U.S. by police and the criminal justice system. Read more: George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buried

So now you must be wondering what the U.S. would look like without its traditional policing system: Heres what some researchers and advocates are proposing as an alternative. Community-led safety initiativesAdvocates believe that a new approach to public safety is necessary to ensure the safety of all American lives -- especially Black Americans who are disproportionately arrested, sentenced and killed by police around the country. There has been significant research conducted on potential community-based public safety systems as alternatives to traditional policing for years. It is important not to confuse a community-led public safety initiative with community-oriented policing, as these two practices are actually quite different. The reimagined public safety system is designed to exist apart from the traditional policing system, while community-oriented policing is a practice that works in tandem with traditional policing.

Police reform is not a new topic of conversation, however; police reform dates back to the mid 1800s and was continuously encouraged all throughout the 20th century. These past grievances, past harms by law enforcement, need to be addressed before even attempting to move forward.What does police reform look like? Police reform happening nowIn response to the national outrage over Floyds and Taylors deaths, police departments around the country have committed to police reform. Alternative to police reformSome advocates are calling to defund the police instead of promoting police reform following Floyds death. Defunding advocates argue that procedural police reform does not adequately address systemic racism in the U.S. and therefore wont effect enough change to make a difference for marginalized communities.

Leaders of the Detroit protest group, who has marched in the city for the last 11 days, have released a list of demands ahead of a meeting with Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James Craig on Tuesday. Protest co-organizers Tristan Taylor and Nakia Wallace, who recently formed the organization Detroit Will Breathe, will meet with Duggan and Craig on Tuesday morning to discuss demands from the group who have been calling for an end to police brutality, among other things. The group has a larger list of demands, but will be prioritizing this list for the meeting today. Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged with second-degree murder. Other officers involved have been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder.

DETROIT Another day of marching through the streets of Detroit came to a peaceful end Sunday night. Demonstrators were out past the citys 8 p.m. curfew, but the city allowed them to stay. Saturday Protest Coverage: Ninth night of protests ends peacefully in DetroitSunday Protest Coverage: Day 10 of protests, demonstrations in DetroitTo unite with everyone here in hopes that we can change the world," said Kim Brown. "We feel like its right to stand up for that.Just because Sundays protest ended pretty peacefully doesnt mean the numbers will die down. Im proud of Detroit and how were representing our protests," Brown said.

DETROIT Authorities in Metro Detroit are skeptical of the Minneapolis City Council plan to disband the citys police department. Certainly they have probably the right to opt out of having a police department, Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon said. Right now, theres a call from protesters to defund the Detroit Police Department. People in the city of Detroit want their police department, Detroit police Chief James Craig said. What is the plan?Craig said he feels there will be reform or restructuring of police departments in Minneapolis and across the country.

DETROIT A former Detroit police chief who has worked closely with the Minneapolis Police Department for years said that department has some serious problems." Ike McKinnon, a well-known former Detroit police chief, has had a unique look inside the Minneapolis Police Department for a couple of years as a consultant. The police department has some serious problems," McKinnon said. There are serious problems with the minority community, McKinnon said. People dont understand there are serious problems, McKinnon said.

DETROIT – Sunday was a day of demanding change. Thousands of people marched along some of Metro Detroit’s busiest streets calling for an end to racial inequality. RELATED: George Floyd protesters gather across Metro Detroit for second weekendDetroit’s 8 p.m. curfew came and went Saturday with protesters still in the streets, but the ninth night of protesting ended peacefully. From Michigan Avenue to Campus Martius, down Gratiot, up Jefferson Avenue to Hart Plaza and then back to Detroit Police Headquarters. Thousands of people marched roughly five miles, throughout Downtown Detroit, calling for a change.

DETROIT – Demonstrators are gathering across Metro Detroit to protest police brutality and social injustice almost two weeks after the killing of George Floyd. The second week of George Floyd protests in cities in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties continued peacefully on Saturday. Detroit protests have remained peaceful during the week and organizers except it to remain that way Saturday. Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged with second-degree murder, while officers involved have been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder. Watch coverage of national George Floyd protests from NBC News below:

DETROIT The streets of Macomb County were quiet Saturday night. Its hard to believe that nearly every inch of Hall Road was covered with protesters marching hours earlier. RELATED: George Floyd protesters gather across Metro Detroit for second weekendThousands took to the streets in Sterling Heights for yet another wave of protests that literally shut down traffic for hours on Hall Road. "Im just proud of this generation, because they are standing for truth today. Theyre standing for truth.At one point, a handful of armed members from the Michigan Militia silently appeared.

The now-former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin has been charged with unintentional second-degree murder in addition to third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Three other officers involved in the incident have been charged with aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and second degree manslaughter. Still, Ellison says he is committed to prosecuting the former Minneapolis police officers to the fullest extent of the law. For 100 years after that, we were held as second-class citizens -- including in the north, like in Detroit and Minneapolis. His message comes just days after Minnesota agreed to ban police chokeholds and neck restraints following the killing of Floyd.

DETROIT Demonstrators are gathering across Metro Detroit to protest the killing of George Floyd almost two weeks after he died at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. On the citys 10th day of protests Sunday, demonstrators are once again marching to demand change and call out racism and police brutality. Detroit protests have remained peaceful during the week and organizers expect it to remain that way Sunday. In Dearborn, a demonstration was held in the spot where a statue of former mayor Orville Hubbard once stood. Peaceful protests were also held in front of the Warren Civic Center and outside Roosevelt High School in Wyandotte.

Defunding the police means what it says: Divesting funds from police departments and then reallocating them to social services and other community resources where they are needed. According to data compiled by the Urban Institute , state and local governments spend $115 billion on policing in 2017 in the U.S. Though advocates for the movement share a similar goal, the end results of defunding the police looks different to many. Researchers and advocates have suggested reinvesting the funds into housing, education, mental health, homelessness, domestic violence and similar services and programs. In his interview with CBC News, Vitale points out some potential flaws behind the move to reform police instead of defund them.

Protests against racial injustice, police brutality held in Detroit for 8th straight nightPublished: June 5, 2020, 11:13 pmProtesters marched in Detroit on Friday, marking the eighth straight day of demonstrations against racial injustice and police brutality.

Demonstrators are gathering around the country to protest the killing of George Floyd and other Black Americans. Watch the live coverage from NBC News below. Protests have consumed cities across the U.S. following the killing of Black Minneapolis man George Floyd on May 25. A Minneapolis police officer killed Floyd by kneeling on his neck for more than eight minutes while he was in police custody, handcuffed and laying on the ground. READ: Prosecutors seek right mix of charges in George Floyd caseAll four officers were fired last week.

DEARBORN, Mich. The statue of former Dearborn Mayor Orville Hubbard whose legacy includes advocating for black and white segregation has been removed. City officials say the statue which weighs up to 700 pounds was removed Friday night. Hubbard was the mayor of Dearborn from 1942 until 1978. There have been calls to remove the statue for years because of Hubbards reputation for being racist towards ethnic and minority groups. Nationwide, other statues of controversial historic figures are being removed in the wake of George Floyds death.

ALLEN PARK, Mich. – Protesters gathered Downriver to demonstrate against police brutality in the name of George Floyd. That officer, Derek Chauvin, is now facing a second-degree murder charge. The three other officers at the scene — Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao — were charged for the first time on Wednesday with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. READ: Prosecutors charge 3 more officers in George Floyd’s death“No justice, no peace,” is a chant used by protesters across the country and demonstrators Downriver made their voices heard. We train to help people, save people,” said Lt. Chris Egan with the Allen Park Police Department.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Shelby Township’s police chief was placed on paid administrative leave during an investigation into alleged comments he made on social media about the George Floyd protests across the country. One of the alleged tweets from Chief Robert Shelide referred to people in a photo as “wild savages” and talked about “body bags for these vicious subhumans." READ: Shelby Township police chief on paid leave over social media comments about George Floyd protestsShelide released a statement on Thursday noting that “an apology is insufficient and an insult to the gravity of my comments." He asked for the “courtesy of forgiveness” regarding the inflammatory comments he made on Twitter. My record speaks to the commitment and professionalism that I have exhibited for more than 30 years without incident, both of which were compromised by my emotion.

Buffalo police initially said in a statement that a person was injured when he tripped & fell, WIVB-TV reported, but Capt. The man falls straight backward and hits his head on the pavement, with blood leaking out as officers walk past. Buffalo police initially said in a statement that a person was injured when he tripped & fell, WIVB-TV reported, but Capt. Calls and emails to Buffalo police from The Associated Press seeking comment Thursday night hadn't been returned by Friday morning. Meanwhile in New York City, protesters again stayed on the streets past 8 p.m., in defiance of the citywide curfew that's set to remain in effect through at least Sunday.

PONTIAC, Mich. More than 300 protesters came out Thursday night and marched through Oakland Countys government complex, under the watchful eye of the sheriffs office, which blocked traffic for them. A woman, who only identified herself as Bunny, was the organizer. The protest was peaceful, and while most came out because they were horrified at George Floyds murder, others had differing agendas like defunding the police. Protesters were welcomed by Oakland County Executive David Coulter who had the countys electronic billboards proclaiming Black Lives Matter. Its not a slogan, its not political, its the truth; black lives matter.

ANN ARBOR In 2015, the Mens Glee Club at the University of Michigan debuted a powerful multimovement work titled Seven Last Words of the Unarmed by Atlanta-based composer Joel Thompson. Although the project is five years old, many are revisiting and discovering the work following the recent killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. People have been sharing it again and reaching out -- it has been really overwhelming.Rogers is currently the director of choral activities at the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance. Along with premiering Seven Last Words, Rogers produced an award-winning film Love, Life & Loss with Michigan Media and has spent several years creating educational resources with scholars from other disciplines that can be found at sevenlastwords.org. Trayvon Martin, 16Mom, Im going to college. Amadou Diallo, 23I dont have a gun.

DETROIT Since the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers in Minneapolis, cities around the country -- including Detroit -- have seen protests against police brutality and racial inequality. As we end the week with more protests and more unrest, a group of religious leaders joined Local 4 for a roundtable to discuss working to be part of change in our community and this country. The congregants at the Cathedral of St. Paul in Detroit and many others are virtually fighting for a change in race relations. My sense is, and Im not alone in this, is racism is primarily a white problem, said Bishop Bonnie Perry, of the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan. They force themselves into the fire to steel themselves to fight for change.

PONTIAC, Mich. The protestors are demanding systematic change in terms of police brutality and many law enforcement officers agree. Gretchen Whitmer announced reform and bills in Lansing for change, but Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said hes been pushing for these changes for nearly a decade. RELATED: Michigan Senate passes bill to require implicit bias, de-escalation training for policeThe demands for systematic change in the form of protests were loud in Pontiac at the Oakland County government buildings Thursday. You have to have the ability to look deeply into somebodys social media," Bouchard said. With Whitmer pushing for reform, Bouchard is hoping this time change will actually happen.

DETROIT Protesters marched in Detroit on Friday, marking the eighth straight day of demonstrations against racial injustice and police brutality. Watch a live feed of the protests aboveProtests are being held in the name of George Floyd, and others who have lost their lives. That officer, Derek Chauvin, is now facing a second-degree murder charge. The three other officers at the scene Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao were charged for the first time on Wednesday with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. READ: Prosecutors charge 3 more officers in George Floyds deathWatch Jason Colthorps live report below:Watch the report from Local 4 News at 6 below:

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In a letter to congressional colleagues, Libertarian Rep. Justin Amash (MI-3) said he'll be introducing a bill to do away with the law that protects police officers from being sued while doing their jobs. Henning teaches criminal law and professional responsibility at Wayne State University. “Immunity has been part of the system since the mid-1960s,” he said. “We're going to see that police officer, being charged with a crime,” Henning said. The answer to that question may well be yes.”Amash’s, a former Republican, bill already has support from some of the most liberal members of the House of Representatives, including Rep. Ayanna Pressley (MA-7) and Michigan delegation colleague Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-13).

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DETROIT Detroit City Council President Brenda Jones released a statement regarding the killing of George Floyd and the protests that have followed his death. READ: Protesters march in Detroit for 6th straight nightFloyd was killed when an officer, who was caught on video, pressed his knee to Floyds neck. That officer, Derek Chauvin, is now facing a second-degree murder charge. The three other officers at the scene Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao were charged for the first time with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. READ: Prosecutors charge 3 more officers in George Floyds deathView Jones letter below:

ANN ARBOR The University of Michigan will be holding a virtual town hall on racism for students on Friday as protests over police and civilian killings continue to grip the nation. It is important as a university community we acknowledge the anguish people are experiencing, Sellers said in a statement. There is also a need for an open dialogue around the issue of racism in America.The focus of the town hall will be discussing ways to combat racism through relationships, daily activities and challenging conversations. Join us tomorrow for a town hall where our community can discuss issues of race, protest, and law enforcement, through the lens of education and scholarship. https://t.co/G3LH82IzU8 pic.twitter.com/vVFuvZIL42 University of Michigan (@UMich) June 4, 2020It aims to provide a platform for the university community to approach the topics of race, law enforcement and protest through the lens of scholarship and is designed as a show of solidarity.

LANSING, Mich. (AP) The Michigan Senate unanimously approved a bill Thursday that would require police to be trained on implicit bias and de-escalation techniques to minimize the use of force more than a week after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis sparked nationwide protests. The legislation would also mandate, starting in 2022, that officers complete annual continuing education. Michigan is among six states without such a requirement, according to a 2017 report. We must change this, the bill sponsor, Democratic Sen. Jeff Irwin of Ann Arbor, said while choking up. The measure, which was passed just a week after its introduction in the Republican-led chamber, was sent to the House for further consideration.

DETROIT Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will hold a news briefing at 3 p.m. on Thursday to address the citys latest response to the George Floyd protests downtown. Protestors flocked to Downtown Detroit again on Wednesday for a sixth consecutive day to protest against police brutality and social injustice following the killing of George Floyd. Mayor Duggan enacted a curfew Sunday to help curb violence seen during nighttime protests last weekend. Duggan said Wednesday that a flip gets switched when night falls, when the days peaceful protests transform into something insidious -- primarily led by people who arent from Detroit. Protests in Downtown Detroit have been largely peaceful since they began last Friday.

LANSING, Mich. Michigan legislators passed a new bill Thursday that establishes mandatory training for incoming law enforcement officers on implicit bias, de-escalation techniques and mental health screening. Officials say some Michigan police departments already require some form of de-escalation, cultural competency or implicit bias training, but it is not currently required as part of law enforcement officers Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards training. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer showed support for Bill 945 in a Facebook post Wednesday. She also urged law enforcement to prioritize policies requiring officers to intervene if they see a colleague doing something wrong. The passage of Senate Bill 945 is a necessary step in the right direction.

Gretchen Whitmer and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joined a unity march through Detroit to honor the life of George Floyd. Whitmer and Duggan joined local clergy and law enforcement members, starting in Highland Park and ending on Woodward Avenue near Wayne State University. We need to stand up and we need to speak out and we need to take action, Presbyterian leader Bob Agnew said. As the march neared Wayne State, everyone turned the corner at Warren Avenue and took a knee, giving Floyd a moment of silence. We know that we are at a tipping point in this country and we cannot let this day only be a day, Whitmer said.

DETROIT – Many people watching police brutality protests around the county and in Metro Detroit want to donate, but officials are warning that scammers are trying to cash in on the opportunity. Scammers are looking to take advantage of the generosity of people who try to donate on behalf of the George Floyd protests. If you want to donate, don’t rush, BBB officials said. Investigate where your money is going and donate to local organizations. There are some legitimate organizations and accounts that have been established for donations.

DETROIT – Detroit police chief James Craig held a news conference at 2 p.m. on Wednesday to provide an update on the city’s response to recent protests against police brutality in the name of George Floyd. Chief Craig was joined by Deputy Chief Todd Bettison; Deputy Chief Elaine Bryant; Ray Winans, CEO of Keeping Them Alive and other members of the community. Protestors took to the streets of Downtown Detroit for a fifth consecutive day on Tuesday to protest police brutality and racial injustice. Tuesday’s peaceful protest became chaotic in the evening during a standoff with police and protestors who defied the city’s 8 p.m. curfew. MORE: Detroit mayor apologizes to journalists targeted by police while covering protests

DETROIT Detroits police chief and community leaders criticized out-of-town protesters who are coming to the city and seem intent on creating a confrontation. Whitmer during COVID-19 pandemicRay Winans, a Detroit mentor and community leader, said he doesnt condone protesters destroying the city. Its not right, and its outright disrespectful.On Tuesday night, protesters marched up Gratiot Avenue and got into a confrontation with Detroit police officers when they refused to disperse. The rest were from Detroit suburbs, except for six from Maryland, Washington, D.C., California and New York City. Do you care about the city of Detroit? Craig asked.

DETROIT A journalist was among a group of people wrestled to the ground and cuffed Tuesday night after what was up until that point a peaceful protest in Detroit. Protesters remained peaceful and held their ground until police began making arrests around 8:45 p.m. The citys curfew is 8 p.m. to 5 p.m.Watch the arrests in the video above. We dont want to ticket anybody.Video repeatedly shows protesters did not instigate violence against police, but they were arrested for violating curfew. Tuesday night arrests countDetroit police announced Wednesday morning that 127 people were arrested Tuesday night -- 60 males and 67 females.

DETROIT Wednesday marked the sixth night of protests in Detroit against police brutality in the name of George Floyd. That officer, Derek Chauvin, is now facing a second-degree murder charge. The three other officers at the scene Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao were charged for the first time with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Watch live coverage below:READ: Prosecutors charge 3 more officers in George Floyds deathA curfew for the city of Detroit went into effect at 8 p.m. and lasts until 5 a.m. On Tuesday night, protesters and Detroit police were in a standoff that led to many protesters being arrested for violating curfew. Protesters remained peaceful and held their ground until police began making arrests around 8:45 p.m.MORE: Standoff between protesters, Detroit police ends in arrests for violating curfewWatch the report from Local 4 News at 6:

RELATED: A parade, not a protest: Genesee County Sheriff supports Flint demonstrators during peaceful marchThe meeting today was scheduled last Thursday. We didnt even know Saturday was gonna be the Saturday it was that changed the world, said Sheriff Swanson. Wednesdays gathering was apart of a discussion about certain systemic racial inequalities plaguing our nation. Shame on police if we ever go back to to the way things were before he met that officer, concluded Sheriff Swanson. Sheriff Swanson also tells Local 4 this is only the first meeting of many that they are planning to have in Gennessee county about equality.

LANSING, Mich. (AP) Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called Wednesday for policy changes to prevent police abuses following the killings of George Floyd and other black people, backing continuing education for officers in Michigan and legislation that would require training on implicit bias and deescalation techniques. She also urged law enforcement agencies to implement policies so officers must intervene if they see a colleague doing something inappropriate or illegal. Whitmer did not immediately push for changes on the use of force, however. We recognize the shortcomings of the systems in place today systems that have left black, Latino and other communities of color feeling underserved, even threatened by law enforcement, said Lt. Gov.

DETROIT – Detroit police say 40 individuals from Detroit and throughout Michigan were arrested on Monday night during the city’s fourth night of protesting police brutality Downtown. MORE: Fourth night of protests against police brutality in Detroit ends peacefullyPolice say 34 men and 6 women were arrested on Monday amid the demonstration. Most individuals arrested at each of the four protests do not live in Detroit, police said. Other cities like Grand Rapids and Lansing also saw more violent protests over the weekend. WEEKEND PROTEST COVERAGE: 3 days of protests in Michigan: Here’s what happened

TROY, Mich. – A crowd gathered A crowd gathered outside of the Somerset Collection mall in Troy to protest police brutality following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis last week. Somerset Collection reopened its doors on Friday, as the state began to reopen amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. During the protest, a protester was intentionally struck with a vehicle, according to police. READ: Troy man arrested for striking protester with vehicle near Somerset CollectionThe demonstration ended Monday with Troy officers kneeling alongside protesters. Troy police said the protest was mostly peaceful, other than the one incident.

DETROIT – The fourth night of protests in Detroit against police brutality in the name of George Floyd started like the others, with a rally outside of Detroit Police Department headquarters. READ: Protest in Detroit ends peacefully without arrests, violenceOn Monday, the group of 300-400 marched through Corktown, Mexicantown and then returned to Downtown Detroit. When they got to downtown they combined with another 150 protesters as the city’s curfew set in. Some protesters said they are growing tired of the city’s assertion that outsiders are not welcome at the protests. MORE: Detroit curfew extended after protesters armed with railroad spikes, fireworks concealed in boxes target officersSeveral police officers in riot gear were waiting for the crowd at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Third Street.

Troy officers kneel alongside protesters during peaceful demonstration against police brutalityPublished: June 1, 2020, 11:29 pmA crowd gathered A crowd gathered outside of the Somerset Collection mall in Troy to protest police brutality following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis last week.

Fourth night of protests against police brutality in Detroit ends peacefullyPublished: June 1, 2020, 11:24 pmDay four of Detroit’s protests against police brutality in the name of George Floyd started like the others, with a rally outside of Detroit Police Department headquarters.

DETROIT Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan held a press conference Tuesday with Police Chief James Craig and Health Officer Denise Fair to provide an update on the citys response to recent protests and the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The fourth night of protests in Detroit against police brutality in the name of George Floyd ended peacefully for the first time since demonstrations began Downtown on Friday. Officials say Mondays protest differed from previous protests as it was led by young people who were intent on remaining peaceful. Ive got nothing but love from white officers, black officers, everybody thanking me for kneeling to support George Floyd, Bettison said. The citys curfew will remain in effect as most violence and damage is committed at night, Duggan said.

WASHINGTON – President Trump spoke from Rose Garden on Monday as protesters demonstrate outside of the White House ahead of curfew. About 1,000 protesters had gathered near Lafayette Park, across from the White House, which was completely barricaded. George Floyd!” and “One down, three to go!” in reference to the four officers involved in Floyd’s arrest. Spurred in part by Floyd’s death, protesters have taken to the streets to decry the killings of black people by police. In Fort Lauderdale, Florida, an officer was suspended for pushing a kneeling woman to the ground during a protest.

Protests were organized in dozens of cities across America, which were mostly peaceful and calling for the end to racial injustice. At least 4,400 people have been arrested over days of protests, according to a tally compiled by The Associated Press. Here’s a look back at what happened around Michigan:Day 1 - Friday, May 29The first real organized protest was on Friday afternoon, starting at Detroit Police Headquarters. Detroit police ended up making dozens of arrests after a late-night standoff with a smaller group in Cadillac Square. Other smaller protests took place in Royal Oak, Livonia and Marquette.

Published: May 31, 2020, 11:50 pm Updated: June 1, 2020, 6:46 amDETROIT Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced the curfew on Sunday to last from 8 p.m. until 5 a.m.RELATED: Demonstrators defy Detroit curfew amid third day of Downtown protestsDemonstrators defied the order and were seen making human chains, symbolizing they wouldnt leave. Shortly after 8:40 p.m., tear gas was fired when crowds defied the curfew. Multiple protestors were taken into custody and shuttled on city buses. (WDIV)Local 4 cameras captured one protestor appear to throw a tear gas canister back at a group of police who fired it. FRIDAY COVERAGE: 1 killed, multiple arrests made during protests in Downtown DetroitSATURDAY COVERAGE: A ground-level look at Saturdays demonstrations, protests in Downtown DetroitSUNDAY COVERAGE: Demonstrators crowd Detroit for third day of protests

DETROIT A crowd gathered Sunday in Downtown Detroit for the citys third day of protests against police brutality. A curfew went into effect for the city of Detroit at of 8 p.m. on Sunday to help curb violence and arrests seen during Fridays and Saturdays protests Downtown. Shortly after 8:40 p.m., tear gas was deployed on the crowds. No signs of violence were seen before the tear gas was deployed. Detroit police started arresting protestors who defied the curfew and loaded them onto city buses prepped for transporting arrestees.

DETROIT The Third Circuit Court will close all locations at 1:30 p.m. Monday due to the rally for justice against police brutality taking place. The rally started at 1 p.m. Monday. LIVE STREAM: Rally for justice in police killings held in DetroitMonday marks the fourth consecutive day protests have been held in Detroit over the death of George Floyd. The court is expected to reopen Tuesday. Read more: 3 days of protests in Michigan: Heres what happened

Trump spoke to governors on a video teleconference that also included law enforcement and national security officials, telling the state leaders they have to get much tougher.Most of you are weak, Trump said. Were doing it in Washington, D.C. Were going to do something that people havent seen before." The president told the governors they were making themselves look like fools for not calling up more of the National Guard as a show for force on city streets. Americans are in pain, and desperate for leadership from the White House during one of the darkest periods in our lifetimes. Then I joined a call with my fellow governors and the current president that was deeply disturbing.