Sweeping package of police accountability measures received new backing following protests of George Floyd’s killing. Source
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PGA tour returns with new safety protocols
Three months after the PGA Tour suspended its season, golf has returned. A stadium with no fans, no stands, and plenty of protocol for protection. Jim Axelrod reports. Source
Since 2003, Minneapolis has paid out $45 million in settlements over police misconduct
Since 2003, Minneapolis has paid out $45 million dollars in settlements due to police misconduct. Jeff Pegues reports. Source
Minneapolis City Council approves plan to create new public safety system
“Decades of police reform efforts have not created equitable public safety in our community,” reads the council’s resolution. Source
Coronavirus cases rise in 19 states
There is growing concern that parts of the U.S. are experiencing a second wave of the coronavirus, just as they accelerate their re-opening. Janet Shamlian reports. Source
New Louisville law bans “no knock” raids in honor of Breonna Taylor
In Kentucky, the Louisville city council has passed a new law named in Breonna Taylor’s honor just days after what would have been her 27th birthday. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
Judge orders Seattle to stop using tear gas at protests
U.S. District Judge Richard Jones issued the two-week order after a Black Lives Matter group sued the Seattle Police Department this week to halt the violent tactics it has used to break up largely peaceful protests in recent days. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, June 12, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Black faith leaders tackle what’s next after George Floyd’s death
Calls for racial equity have coincided with a public health crisis that has also illuminated racial inequities in health care. Source
Houston weighs another lockdown as virus cases surge
Officials say they’re getting close to locking down the area again and opening a COVID-19 hospital at the football complex. Source