Police Union In Kenosha, Wis., Provides Account Of Jacob Blake Shooting
The union says Blake was armed with a knife and fought with the officers who tried to arrest him, putting one of them in a headlock.
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Kenosha Police Chief: Jacob Blake 'Being Guarded' In Hospital
At a Friday news conference, Police Chief Daniel Miskinis said Blake, who was shot multiple times by a police officer, is under arrest on an outstanding warrant for third-degree sexual assault.
Wisconsin AG Pushes Back On Criticism Of Investigation Into Jacob Blake Shooting
The attorney general, Josh Kaul, has faced backlash after his office released findings that critics say have been used to justify the police shooting. Paul said that was "absolutely not" true.
Shootings Expose Racial And Economic Divide In Kenosha
Kenosha residents are experiencing pain and fear, according to the Urban League president, in a city with a history of Black oppression.
NBA Agrees To Use Arenas As Polling Places In Deal To Resume Playoffs
The NBA and its players union announce a plan to convert arenas into polling places to give communities vulnerable to COVID-19 a safe option for in-person voting.
Jason Wright On Leading The Washington Football Team Amid Multiple Crises
Jason Wright, the new president of the Washington Football Team, comes into his job after reports of widespread sexual harassment at the team. Wright talked with NPR about his plans for the team.
Amid Peaceful Protest, Crowd Surrounds Rand Paul After Trump Speech
Walking near the senator from Kentucky and his wife, protesters spoke out about the police killing of Breonna Taylor in Louisville. The situation escalated as police attempted to push them back.
Marchers From 1963 On Their Achievements And This Year's Events
In a new moment of sustained racial justice protests, the participants of 1963's March on Washington reflect on what they achieved and the work that remains to be done.
Judge Delays Extradition Of Teen Charged With Shooting Protesters In Kenosha
A judge says Kyle Rittenhouse, accused in the deadly shooting of protesters in Kenosha, Wis., can stay in Illinois until Sept. 25 to assemble his legal defense team.
Civil Rights Lawyer Ben Crump Discusses The Ongoing Racial Tensions In The Country
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with attorney Ben Crump and Philonise Floyd, the brother of George Floyd. Crump represents Jacob Blake, who was shot by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin.