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Vehicle carrying Iowa governor hits Black Lives Matter protester

The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. A vehicle carrying the Iowa governor hit a Black Lives Matter protester in Des Moines when the protester attempted to block the car’s path. The group of protesters had gathered …

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Harvey Weinstein victims received a $ 19 million compensation fund

“Harvey Weinstein and The Weinstein Company failed their employees. After all the harassment, threats and discrimination, their victims are finally getting some justice,” New York Attorney General Letitia James said in a statement. The settlement stems from a 2018 civil rights lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General’s office …

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Oklahoma police officer dies after stopping shooting

Sergeant Craig Johnson died Tuesday, Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin said at a press conference. David Ware, 32, was arrested Monday in the shooting and faces one count of first-degree murder and two other felony charges, shooting with the intent to kill and possession of a firearm after the previous …

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Los Angeles City Council moves ahead with plan to replace police officers with community responders for nonviolent calls

Non-violent service calls that police officers often respond to include mental health crises, substance abuse and disputes between neighbors. The model will be developed by the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA) and the City Administrative Officer (CAO), with the assistance of the Los Angeles Police Department and the city’s Housing Services …

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