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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

German police fatally shoot suspect after knife attack DW 03/17/2025

Police shot a man after he attacked them with a knife, marking a troubling rise in officer-related fatalities in Germany.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Suspect in custody in violent attack, robbery of NYPD officer: Sources

A suspect is in custody for the violent attack on an off-duty NYPD officer, and law enforcement continues to seek a second suspect.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

German police fatally shoot suspect after knife attack DW 03/17/2025

Police shot a man after he attacked them with a knife, marking a troubling rise in officer-related fatalities in Germany.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Suspect in custody in violent attack, robbery of NYPD officer: Sources

A suspect is in custody for the violent attack on an off-duty NYPD officer, and law enforcement continues to seek a second suspect.
more#public-safety
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

The Berlin police lied and the lie is now used to justify repression

A pro-Palestinian demonstration in Berlin on May 15 commemorated the Nakba, leading to false claims of police violence that were disproven by video evidence.
Berlin
#kenya
more#kenya
fromPoynter
1 week ago

As police face lawsuits over attacks on journalists during LA protests, experts warn press safety is disappearing across the US - Poynter

A tear gas canister to the knee sent one journalist to the hospital for minor surgery. A ricocheted rubber bullet struck another in the thigh. A third was hit by a pepper ball in the leg, and later struck in the head with a separate projectile, leaving her with a diagnosed concussion.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Family of slain Queens teen Win Rozario sues NYPD for shooting him dead during mental health crisis | amNewYork

The family contends that police created a crisis, escalated it unnecessarily, and then treated them like criminals after the fatal shooting of Win Rozario.
NYC parents
#activism
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
1 month ago

"No Cop City, No Cop World" Offers a Roadmap for Organizers Everywhere

Community Movement Builders advocates for a dual strategy of building community resilience and fighting against systemic oppression.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
1 month ago

"No Cop City, No Cop World" Offers a Roadmap for Organizers Everywhere

Community Movement Builders advocates for a dual strategy of building community resilience and fighting against systemic oppression.
more#activism
#portland
NYC music
fromPortland Mercury
4 months ago

Good Morning, News: City Settles with Journalists Over Violent Cops, Lake O to Reopen to Public, and King Fool to Dismantle Dept. of Education

Portland's City Council has settled a major lawsuit due to police violence against journalists during the BLM protests, highlighting press freedom issues.
NYC music
fromPortland Mercury
4 months ago

Good Morning, News: City Settles with Journalists Over Violent Cops, Lake O to Reopen to Public, and King Fool to Dismantle Dept. of Education

Portland's City Council has settled a major lawsuit due to police violence against journalists during the BLM protests, highlighting press freedom issues.
more#portland
#protests
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German police under scrutiny following the killing of a young black man

Mass protests in Oldenburg demand accountability for the fatal police shooting of black man Lorenz A., raising concerns about police transparency and racism.
Los Angeles
fromAP News
1 month ago

Live updates: LA curfew approaches with Marines standing by and more protests gearing up across the US

Police charged at protesters in LA, resulting in chaos and injuries amid a demonstration.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A. law enforcement's treatment of journalists during protests is once again under scrutiny

Journalists face violence and intimidation while covering protests, raising concerns about press freedom.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Mozambique: Police fire live rounds at opposition rally DW 03/05/2025

Mozambican police fired live rounds at protesters supporting opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, leading to numerous injuries amidst ongoing political tensions.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German police under scrutiny following the killing of a young black man

Mass protests in Oldenburg demand accountability for the fatal police shooting of black man Lorenz A., raising concerns about police transparency and racism.
Los Angeles
fromAP News
1 month ago

Live updates: LA curfew approaches with Marines standing by and more protests gearing up across the US

Police charged at protesters in LA, resulting in chaos and injuries amid a demonstration.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A. law enforcement's treatment of journalists during protests is once again under scrutiny

Journalists face violence and intimidation while covering protests, raising concerns about press freedom.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Mozambique: Police fire live rounds at opposition rally DW 03/05/2025

Mozambican police fired live rounds at protesters supporting opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, leading to numerous injuries amidst ongoing political tensions.
more#protests
#trump-administration
Los Angeles
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

What I Saw in LA Wasn't an Insurrection. It Was a Police Riot.

Trump's response to the LA protests escalated tensions, highlighting police violence amid chaotic scenes.
The media's portrayal of the protests often misrepresents the true dynamics on the ground.
Right-wing politics
fromNewsOne
3 months ago

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's Town Hall Went Off The Rails

Rep. Greene's town hall escalated tensions with arrests and violence, reflecting Republican voters' dissatisfaction with Trump's leadership.
Los Angeles
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

What I Saw in LA Wasn't an Insurrection. It Was a Police Riot.

Trump's response to the LA protests escalated tensions, highlighting police violence amid chaotic scenes.
The media's portrayal of the protests often misrepresents the true dynamics on the ground.
Right-wing politics
fromNewsOne
3 months ago

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's Town Hall Went Off The Rails

Rep. Greene's town hall escalated tensions with arrests and violence, reflecting Republican voters' dissatisfaction with Trump's leadership.
more#trump-administration
#northern-ireland
UK news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Violent anti-immigrant riots follow sex assault arrests in Northern Ireland

Public outrage escalated into violent xenophobia in Northern Ireland after an alleged sexual assault by Romanian immigrants fueled riots.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

'Someone is going to be killed' - 17 police officers injured and six people arrested after second night of violence in Northern Ireland

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

'Someone is going to be killed' - 17 police officers injured and six arrested after second night of violence in Northern Ireland

UK news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Violent anti-immigrant riots follow sex assault arrests in Northern Ireland

Public outrage escalated into violent xenophobia in Northern Ireland after an alleged sexual assault by Romanian immigrants fueled riots.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

'Someone is going to be killed' - 17 police officers injured and six people arrested after second night of violence in Northern Ireland

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

'Someone is going to be killed' - 17 police officers injured and six arrested after second night of violence in Northern Ireland

more#northern-ireland
Los Angeles
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: New York Post Photographer Shot in the Head With Rubber Bullet During LA Riots

A photojournalist was shot in the head with a rubber bullet by police while covering anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles.
#community-support
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Dad of slain Newark detective calls son's murder by 14-year-old suspect 'a pain that is indescribable'

The tragic death of Police Detective Joseph Azcona has deeply affected his family and community, highlighting issues of gun violence and loss.
The incident illustrates the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in crime-impacted areas.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Dad of slain Newark detective calls son's murder by 14-year-old suspect 'a pain that is indescribable'

The tragic death of Police Detective Joseph Azcona has deeply affected his family and community, highlighting issues of gun violence and loss.
The incident illustrates the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in crime-impacted areas.
more#community-support
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French policeman to go on trial for murder over 2023 killing of teen that sparked riots

The trial for the officer charged in Nahel M.'s murder may begin in 2026, following riots sparked by his death.
#george-floyd
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What should happen to George Floyd Square? The community is divided

Activists continue to gather at George Floyd Square five years after his murder, maintaining community support and resistance against systemic violence.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

George Floyd musical tribute poet warns of 'worse' racial tensions five years after the murder

Herbert Martin created a choral work inspired by George Floyd's death to convey meaningful messages during a pivotal moment in history.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We're going backwards': Black Lives Matter's Nekima Levy Armstrong on Trump's US and the murder of George Floyd

Nekima Levy Armstrong highlights the normalization of police violence against unarmed Black individuals, exemplified by her reaction to George Floyd's murder.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What should happen to George Floyd Square? The community is divided

Activists continue to gather at George Floyd Square five years after his murder, maintaining community support and resistance against systemic violence.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

George Floyd musical tribute poet warns of 'worse' racial tensions five years after the murder

Herbert Martin created a choral work inspired by George Floyd's death to convey meaningful messages during a pivotal moment in history.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We're going backwards': Black Lives Matter's Nekima Levy Armstrong on Trump's US and the murder of George Floyd

Nekima Levy Armstrong highlights the normalization of police violence against unarmed Black individuals, exemplified by her reaction to George Floyd's murder.
more#george-floyd
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Dozens injured at Berlin pro-Palestinian protest DW 05/16/2025

Violent confrontations occurred during Nakba Day protests in Berlin, leading to injuries and over 50 arrests.
#nypd
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

NYPD Tases Pro-Palestinian Demonstrator Outside Brooklyn College

NYPD clashed violently with pro-Palestinian student demonstrators at Brooklyn College, leading to multiple arrests and at least one use of a Taser.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Mothers of NYC police-involved shooting victims urge top cop Tisch to fire lieutenant behind 2019 killing | amNewYork

Mothers of victims of police violence are urging accountability and firing of Lt. Rivera for the use of lethal force in the death of Allan Feliz.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

NYPD Tases Pro-Palestinian Demonstrator Outside Brooklyn College

NYPD clashed violently with pro-Palestinian student demonstrators at Brooklyn College, leading to multiple arrests and at least one use of a Taser.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Mothers of NYC police-involved shooting victims urge top cop Tisch to fire lieutenant behind 2019 killing | amNewYork

Mothers of victims of police violence are urging accountability and firing of Lt. Rivera for the use of lethal force in the death of Allan Feliz.
more#nypd
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Shocking footage shows man punch police officer before being Tasered in Croydon

The video of a tense standoff on London Road shows a man being tasered by police after assaulting an officer, prompting his arrest for GBH.
London politics
#police-accountability
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#social-media-backlash
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#criminal-justice
Black Lives Matter
fromAxios
4 months ago

New data shows 2024 was highest year for deadly police encounters in 11 years

Campaign Zero's report indicates a troubling rise in police violence amid a national decline in violent crime.
Black Lives Matter
fromAxios
4 months ago

New data shows 2024 was highest year for deadly police encounters in 11 years

Campaign Zero's report indicates a troubling rise in police violence amid a national decline in violent crime.
more#criminal-justice
#accountability
more#accountability
Film
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The New Yorker Wins Three National Magazine Awards

The documentary "Incident" won a National Magazine Award, emphasizing the need for dialogue on police violence.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Questions raised by Met police raid on Quaker meeting house | Letters

The police's forced entry into the Quaker meeting space highlights the conflict between protecting society and respecting sanctuaries.
Communities require safe havens, and the recent police action has caused profound emotional damage.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Four policemen, two suspected rebels killed in India-administered Kashmir

The gun battle in Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four police officers and two suspected rebels, highlighting ongoing conflict in the region.
UK news
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Internationally acclaimed film Santosh blocked in India over portrayal of police brutality

Censors blocked the release of film Santosh due to its portrayal of misogyny, violence, and police misconduct in India.
Mission District
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Advocates blame San Jose's homelessness approach for violent police altercation with unhoused man

San Jose's aggressive approach to homelessness has led to violent confrontations with the unhoused community, igniting public outrage and calls for accountability.
SF parents
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

The death of Magdaleno Perez Santes in Mexico: The crime of searching for missing children

Magdaleno Perez Santes' death underscores the dangers faced by families searching for their missing loved ones in Mexico.
His tireless search for justice reflects the broader tragedy of disappearances in the country.
Black Lives Matter
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Woman slammed into wall by SFPD cop in jaywalking stop says she fears leaving her home

Christiana Porter continues to struggle with trauma after a violent encounter with police during a jaywalking stop, impacting her daily life significantly.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Mom of slain Newark police detective Joseph Azcona mourns her beloved son after deadly shooting: 'That was my baby'

Police officer Joseph Azcona was tragically killed by gunfire, deeply affecting his family and community, and highlighting the risks associated with police work.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Report: US Police Killed Someone Every 6.5 Hours on Average in 2024

Police killings reached a record high in 2024, disproportionately affecting Black and Indigenous people.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Barabak: Trump pardoned a lot of bad apples. Now he and GOP own the barrelful

Trump's pardons of Capitol rioters challenge the GOP's law and order stance.
Political logic often eludes American campaigns, affecting party perceptions.
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