Black Lives Matter

Published
June 19, 2020

Amid protests for racial justice, Juneteenth gets new renown

The holiday, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, is usually celebrated with parades and festivals, but has taken on new meaning after George Floyd’s killing.
Published
June 19, 2020

Hundreds gather and march in Portland to mark Juneteenth celebration of emancipation

Juneteenth commemorates the day that the last slaves still living in bondage in the United States learned they were free.
Published
June 19, 2020

Bath protesters get police escort in wake of confrontation with driver

Bath police met with protest leaders Thursday and provided protection during their march through the city a week after a pickup truck drove into a group of protesters in a crosswalk last week.
Published
June 19, 2020

The Latest: Louisville officer involved in Breonna Taylor shooting to be fired
Published
June 18, 2020

Mainers plan Juneteenth celebrations of emancipation from slavery

Recent events have infused the African American holiday with renewed purpose and fresh awareness.

Published
June 17, 2020

Quaker retiring Aunt Jemima brand because of racial stereotype

It's the latest signal of the powerful cultural moment unleashed by the Black Lives Matter protests.
Published
June 17, 2020

The Latest: Floyd’s neck was pinned by officer for 7 minutes, 46 seconds, prosecutors acknowledge

The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota prosecutors acknowledged Wednesday that a police officer had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 7 minutes, 46 seconds – not the 8:46 that has become a global symbol of police brutality. The initial complaint alleges Derek Chauvin “had his […]
Published
June 15, 2020

Bath police investigating after man drives truck into group of protesters at crosswalk

Bath police are investigating a confrontation between Black Lives Matter protesters and the driver of a pickup truck who allegedly drove into protesters who were crossing the street at a crosswalk Thursday evening.
Published
June 14, 2020

Atlanta officer fired after fatal shooting of black man

A second officer was placed on administrative duty in connection with the death of Rayshard Brooks, 27.
Published
June 12, 2020

Forum: White members of the media can’t take a pass on covering racist police behavior