Officers in Georgia killed an activist who they say shot first. But a lack of video footage has inflamed the controversy over his death.
Tag: Police
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After Historic Primary in Philadelphia, a New Mayor Will Face Old Problems
Cherelle Parker’s win in the Democratic primary is a sign of how the city has changed. But Philadelphia’s challenges remain deep and daunting.
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Why Prosecutors Took Days to Charge Daniel Penny in Jordan Neely’s Killing
After the ruling that Jordan Neely’s death on a subway train was a homicide, the Manhattan district attorney’s office faced several choices over how to charge his killer.
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Death and the City
Black Lives Matter protests reduce police violence. Homicides have risen. How do we make sense of it all?
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Cherelle Parker Wins Democratic Mayoral Primary in Philadelphia
If she wins the general election in November, she will be the first woman to lead the city.