LA Mostly Peaceful Protests Move Into San Fernando Valley

Last night, there were more protests against racial injustice and police abuse across the state. Many cities and counties imposed curfews on residents. The footprint of the protests also continued to expand. For the first time since the demonstrations began, large protests were held in LA’s San Fernando Valley, home to roughly 2 million people.
Reporter: Ben Gottlieb, KCRW

Organizers Worried About Risk of Catching Coronavirus While Protesting

Health professionals who are worried about the hazards of demonstrating during a pandemic. Organizers, like Cat Brooks with Oakland's Anti-Police Terror Project, are taking precautions.
Reporter: Mary Franklin Harvin, KQED

Progressive Prosecutors Want to Limit Political Donations from Police Unions

In the wake of George Floyd’s killing, a coalition of California prosecutors is pushing for a new ethics rule to limit law enforcement’s political influence.
Reporter: Holly J. McDede, KQED

San Diego Bans Controversial Choke-Hold

In San Diego, the death of George Floyd has led to an immediate ban on a controversial chokehold called a carotid restraint, and it involves an officer applying pressure to a person’s neck until the suspect temporarily loses consciousness.
Reporter: Raquel Maria Dillon, The California Report

South LA Stays Calm, Welcomes Peaceful Protests

In this week’s protests, South LA has been quiet. Community leaders in Watts say they welcome any peaceful protests that might come to their area but they won’t tolerate violence or vandalism.
Reporter: Robert Garrova, KPCC