Tuesday marks one year since George Floyd was killed by former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin. His death sparked worldwide protests over police brutality and racial injustice. President Biden had hoped to mark the day by signing a police reform bill, but lawmakers continue to negotiate the terms of the legislation. David Johns, the executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition, discusses the progress made toward racial equality since Floyd’s death and what police reform will mean for the country. Source
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George Floyd’s family meets with Biden 1 year after murder
President Biden and members of Congress met with George Floyd’s family on the anniversary of his death. Weijia Jiang shares more. Source
Moderna finds vaccine safe and effective in kids 12 to 17
Moderna said its COVID-19 vaccine is 100% effective in children ages 12 to 17. If it receives FDA authorization, the U.S. will have two vaccines available for kids. Mola Lenghi has the latest. Source
Texas set to allow people to carry handguns without license
Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he will sign a bill allowing adults to carry concealed handguns without a permit. Source
Seized big cats from Tiger King Park taken in by sanctuaries
The sanctuaries are promising that the seized animals will receive proper veterinary care, food, and housing while the government seeks permanent forfeiture. Source
Anonymous donor promises college tuition to athletes with straight A’s
Some of the students have earned between $50,000 to $200,000 for their good grades. Source
Biden and Putin to meet in Geneva next month
The summit will take place June 16. Source
Half of U.S. adults are now fully vaccinated, CDC says
The milestone comes as the nationwide pace of vaccinations has slowly picked up. Source
Donor creates scholarship for straight-A athletes
An anonymous donor created a scholarship to motivate one high school’s Black football players to get straight As. They can earn $25,000 each high school semester they get perfect grades. Mark Strassmann shares more. Source
Lawmakers continue police reform negotiations
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is continuing discussions on a police reform bill that can pass the Senate. Lorenzo Boyd, chief diversity officer at the Unviersity of New Haven, spoke to “Red and Blue” host Elaine Quijano about potential measures that could be included in the bill. Source