Police in Twin Cities clash with protesters in another violent night; Ontario photographer uses squirrels as stars of backyard photo sessions. Source
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Michael Jordan releases statement on George Floyd’s death
“Our unified voice needs to put pressure on our leaders to change our laws, or else we need to use our vote to create systemic change,” Jordan said. Source
Over 7,200 people arrested this weekend, CBS News review finds
Charges included burglary, arson, aggravated assault, rioting, looting, defacing public property and violating curfew. Source
Peaceful California protests overshadowed by violence and looting
Santa Monica officials say there were four hundred arrests and claim 95 percent were outsiders. Police Chief Cynthia Renaud said the looters took advantage of the peaceful protesters. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Source
Unsettling images show protesters and police during George Floyd protests
There are questions about some heavy-handed law enforcement tactics caught on camera during the crisis, like tear gas, rubber bullets and physical force being used, in some cases without warning or provocation. Jericka Duncan takes a look. Source
Trump tells governors to “dominate” protests
President Trump ripped into the nation’s governors for being weak in their response to nationwide protests. He also called for reinforcements to secure the areas around the White House, including the National Guard. Paula Reid has the latest. Source
Independent autopsy says George Floyd died of asphyxiation
In an autopsy commissioned by George Floyd’s family, it finds that he had died at the scene during an arrest. The weight on his back, handcuffs and positioning were contributing factors in the homicide. Jeff Pegues reports. Source
Activist challenges protesters: “Come up with a better way” in fight against racial injustice
As demonstrations continue over George Floyd’s death, activist Curtis Hayes is challenging protesters to “come up with a better way” and urging everyone to ask why these protests are happening in the first place. He joined CBSN to discuss the fight against racial injustice. Source
Sheriff joins protesters marching for George Floyd
“Walk with us!” the crowd chanted after Swanson said he wanted to make the demonstration a parade, not a protest. Source
6/1: Red and Blue
Fmr. Minneapolis police officer appears in court; Activists say outsiders hijacked peaceful protests Source