New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Saturday said he is asking Attorney General Letitia James to review “all actions and procedures” that were used during protests in Brooklyn over the death of George Floyd. Source
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Federal officer killed in shooting at California courthouse
A gunman opened fired on two Federal Protective Service officers, killing one of them and sending the other to the hospital. Source
Cuomo says N.Y. attorney general will review night of violent protests
Violent clashes between police and civilians took place during protests in Brooklyn on Friday. Source
21-year-old shot and killed during Detroit protests
A1 21-year-old was killed as protests over the death of George Floyd turned violent in Detroit late Friday night. Source
EU urges Trump to rethink cutting funding to WHO
The U.S. is currently the largest funder of the WHO, and the organization is expected to be weakened by its departure. Source
Reopened Virginia restaurant fills dining room with midcentury mannequins
Virginia’s The Inn at Little Washington reopened Friday evening with an inventive solution in place. To make the restaurant feel fuller — and a bit more entertaining — world-renowned chef Patrick O’Connell has filled the dining room with mannequins, creatively dressed in 1940s clothing. Ed O’Keefe speaks to O’Connell about his theatrical choice, and how he got his start in cooking. Source
Minnesota governor fully mobilizes state’s National Guard
The Minnesota National Guard said this marks the first time it’s been fully mobilized since World War II. Source
Wife of officer charged with murder in George Floyd’s death files for divorce
Kellie Chauvin’s lawyer said she is “devastated” over Floyd’s death. Source
Saturday Sessions: Jason Isbell performs “What’ve I Done to Help”
Musician Jason Isbell recorded his new album, “Reunions,” before the coronavirus outbreak hit. Like many artists during the pandemic, he was supposed to be on tour but instead finds himself at home isolating with his wife, fellow musician Amanda Shires, and their 4-year-old daughter. Despite being confined to home himself, Isbell’s album spread out wide to hit number one on four Billboard charts. He performs “What’ve I Done to Help” for “CBS This Morning: Saturday.” Source
Trump praises Secret Service after protests outside White House
President Trump said protesters at the White House would have been met with “vicious dogs” if they breached the fence. Source