A split screen of the four officers charged in George Floyd's death.
All four ex-officers charged in Floyd's death amid protests
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    1. Police reform

    All four ex-officers involved in the killing of George Floyd now face charges in his death. Derek Chauvin, who pressed his knee into the unarmed black man’s neck, was charged with a new, more serious count of second-degree murder. The three other officers at the scene during his killing have now been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter. The Floyd family called the new charges a “bittersweet” development. Meanwhile, a ninth night of protests unfolded across the country with demonstrations that were largely more peaceful than previous evenings.

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    State AG explains why it's hard to convict police officers
    02:16 - Source: CNN

    MONDAY

    Elite former military leaders have issued unprecedented levels of criticism against President Trump’s response to the protests. Former Defense Secretary James Mattis said in a statement that the President doesn’t even try to unite the country and that the American people need to find a way forward without relying on his leadership. Retired Gen. John Allen criticized Trump’s photo op in front of a church during the protests, saying it was trying to use religion to gloss over an abuse of First amendment rights. Other senior military and political figures, including former Joint Chiefs Chairman Mike Mullen and former President Jimmy Carter, have also spoken out against Trump’s rhetoric and threats of force against Americans.

    ARLINGTON, VA - AUGUST 28: U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis speaks to members of the press before a press briefing at the Pentagon August 28, 2018 in Arlington, Virginia. Mattis held the briefing with Chairman Of The Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford. (Photo by Zach Gibson/Getty Images)
    Former Defense Secretary Mattis: Trump tries to divide us
    04:51 - Source: CNN

    3. Election 2020

    Almost 20,000 new coronavirus cases were identified yesterday in the US, even as states are working toward fully reopening. Wednesday also saw almost 1,000 more deaths, pushing the death toll in the US past 107,000. However, Dr. Anthony Fauci has said keeping schools closed in the fall – once thought to be a strong, if reluctant possibility – may not be necessary for all communities. Meanwhile, the virus is still surging overseas. Brazil and Mexico both announced record numbers of Covid-19 deaths, and Pakistan has now recorded more cases than China, where the virus originated.

    Protesters - some wearing medical masks - march following the death of George Floyd in police custody.
    Covid-19 cases may rise as protests in US continue
    02:30 - Source: CNN

    4. Coronavirus

    The Senate has finally passed a Paycheck Protection Program reform bill that will give business owners more flexibility and time to use the loan money. Now, all the bill needs is President Trump’s signature. The measure extends from eight to 24 weeks the time businesses have to use the money to qualify for loan forgiveness. It also lowers the amount of loan money businesses must spend on payroll costs, opening up the funds for other uses. The Paycheck Protection Program has been hampered by several glitches and shortfalls, but businesses are still clamoring for the funds it offers.

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    Some small businesses are frustrated with PPP rules
    02:12 - Source: CNN

    5. Nigeria

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a state of emergency in the Siberian city of Norilsk after 20,000 tons of diesel fuel spilled in a nearby river from a power station. Environmental groups describe catastrophic damage and say the level of contaminants in nearby waterways has increased tens of thousands of times over. The power station’s employees initially tried to contain the spill on their own, waiting two days before reporting it. The parent of the energy company said the foundation of a fuel storage tank possibly sank due to thawing permafrost, highlighting an often-overlooked danger the climate crisis poses to Arctic infrastructure and ecosystems.

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    Wildlife animals suffer consequences of oil spill
    02:12 - Source: CNN

    JUST IN …

    Dozens injured in China knife attack

    An attacker with a knife has injured 37 children and two adults at an elementary school in southern China. None of the victims are in serious condition. Knife attacks in China, especially at schools, are not uncommon, with a number of similar attacks taking place in recent years.

    BREAKFAST BROWSE

    A woman asked the Merriam-Webster people to update their definition of ‘racism.’ They listened

    For those keeping score at home, the season would normally be long over by now.

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    NBA players hold secret meeting about resuming season
    02:55 - Source: CNN

    Grindr pulls ethnicity filter, saying the move is in support of Black Lives Matter

    Which was a startling revelation for those who didn’t know Grindr had a feature that let people do that in the first place.

    The pandemic is saving soup sales as people stock up and eat at home 

    There’s probably a comfort food element, too.

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    How we shop for food now
    03:05 - Source: CNN Business

    Amazon’s bestseller list is full of books about race right now 

    Hey, education is key.

    Black nature lovers are celebrating #BlackBirdersWeek

    They’re spreading their joy and celebrating achievement.

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    HAPPENING LATER

    The Ahmaud Arbery case goes to court

    Preliminary hearings are scheduled this morning for Travis McMichael, Greg McMichael and William “Roddie” Bryan Jr. in the shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has issued strong warnings to anyone who may try to disrupt the proceedings. 

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    Hear 911 call McMichael made days before Arbery's shooting
    02:35 - Source: CNN

    TODAY’S NUMBER

    42%

    That’s how many calls a health insurance telemarketing group called Rising Eagle allegedly made in the first half of 2019, in violation of Federal Communications Commission rules. The US government is seeking fines of up to a record-breaking $225 million.

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    America on Hold: Life during Covid-19
    10:29 - Source: CNN

    TODAY’S QUOTE

    “Ebola was scary, but Ebola would never be easily transmitted … HIV, as important as it is, was drawn out and over an extended period of time … Now, we have something that turned out to be my worst nightmare.”

    New Orleans Saints player Malcolm Jenkins, who was among several NFL voices to criticize Saints star Drew Brees for his comments about peaceful protests in the NFL. When asked during an interview if NFL players may take a knee again because of ongoing racial protests, Brees said he would “never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag.”

    NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 05: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints throws a pass during the first half against the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 05, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
    Drew Brees criticized for 'disrespecting the flag' remark
    01:48 - Source: CNN

    TODAY’S WEATHER

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    Flood watches issued ahead of Cristobal
    01:40 - Source: CNN

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    AND FINALLY

    Ahhhhh …… It’s Friday

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