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Austria's far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
by Rob Schmitz
The far-right Freedom Party of Austria has won the most votes in national parliamentary elections but has fallen short of an absolute majority.
Los Angeles County Implements Curfew To Try To Quell Violence, Looting
by Stephanie O'Neill
In Los Angeles on Sunday, peaceful demonstrations turned into violence and looting in the upscale shopping area of Santa Monica. All of Los County was placed under curfew late in the day.
Protesters Set Fire To Vehicles, Buildings Near White House
by Joseph Shapiro
For a third night, demonstrations were held near the White House on Sunday. Protesters set fire to vehicles and nearby buildings. They were met with a heavy show of force by authorities.
Minnesota Attorney General Will Lead Prosecution In George Floyd's Death
by Leila Fadel
Protesters are demanding that all four fired police officers involved in George Floyd's death be arrested. So far, Derek Chauvin is the only officer charged in Floyd's murder.
What Will It Take To Protect Black Americans From Police Violence?
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former federal prosecutor Paul Butler of Georgetown Law and Kim Burke of the Center for Policing Equity about how police can be held accountable for violent deaths.
Sports Figures Speak Out Against The Killing Of George Floyd
by Tom Goldman
Since last week's death of George Floyd, in police custody in Minnesota, there's been a surge of sports figures speaking out. Some even joined demonstrations that swept the nation over the weekend.
Trump Tweets Inflame Protests Sparked By George Floyd's Death
by Tamara Keith
Protests continue across the U.S. following the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody in Minnesota. President Trump was largely silent this past weekend — except on Twitter.
Health Officials Worry Mass Protests Could Ignite Coronavirus Surge
by Allison Aubrey
As protesters demonstrate across the country seeking justice in the death of George Floyd in Minnesota, health officials are concerned that these mass gatherings could add to COVID-19 cases.
After Protests In Seattle, Volunteers Of All Ages Help Clean Up
Residents got together to dispose of trash, wipe out graffiti and sweep up shattered glass. A volunteer named Hillary said she felt responsible for her community and wanted to take care of it.
Famous For His Monumental Works Of Art, Christo Dies At 84
by Elizabeth Blair
Christo Vladimirov Javacheff, who went by Christo, was a conceptual artist known for wrapping buildings and other large landmarks in fabric. He died Sunday at his home in New York City.
News Brief: Protests Over George Floyd's Death Show No Signs Of Letting Up
Protests in response to George Floyd's killing, while he was in police custody in Minnesota, have erupted across the country. We report on protests in Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles.
Canter's Deli In Los Angeles Stays Open Despite Nearby Protests
Mark Canter and his employees offered water bottles and food to protesters and police. Canter told the Los Angeles Times, "If you're walking around all day, at some point you have to eat."