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In the hope of life returning back to a sort of normalcy, some public universities in California are now requiring a vaccine before you are allowed on the campus.

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Russia plans to launch its own space station after quitting ISS

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Russia plans to launch its own space station after quitting ISS

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Russia is ready to start building its own space station with the aim of launching it into orbit by 2030 if President Vladimir Putin gives the go-ahead, the head of its Roscosmos space agency said on Wednesday.

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Andrew Brown Jr. who was a POC was fatally shot by a police officer during an arrest. The community is eagerly awating the body cam footage from the officer. The community is going mad since the Derek Chauvin case just came to a verdic they thought it wouldve helped with situations like this one.

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Dispatch audio from emergency responders says Andrew Brown Jr. was shot in back

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In the moments following the shooting of Andrew Brown Jr., first responders can be heard on dispatch audio saying a man has been hit and has gunshot wounds to the back.

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Long Island Police are searching for a suspect who threw acid on a womens face who was standing in her drive way.

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long island authorities are looking for a man who threw acid in a college student's face - cnn

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Long Island authorities are looking for a man who threw acid in a college student's face

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A New York woman who was attacked in her driveway is hoping for answers, as police try to hunt down the man who threw a cup of acid in her face.

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Maryland's public higher education system will require that students, faculty and staff returning to campuses in the fall be vaccinated

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Two people were killed in the self driving car of a Tesla. Over the weekend a Tesla crashed into some trees. Police say that one the passengers were in the back of the car and the other was in the passenger seat. Nobody was in the drivers seat.

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tesla owners warned of 'full self-driving' risks even before fatal crash - cnn

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Tesla owners warned of 'full self-driving' risks even before fatal crash

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Tesla's "full self-driving" feature has attempted to drive under a railroad crossing arm while a speeding train passes. It's nearly driven head on into a concrete wall of a parking garage, attempted ill-advised left turns, clipped at least one curb, and at least one driver was able to set a maximum speed of 90 mph on a street where the posted speed limit was 35 mph, according to videos posted on social media.

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Japan has officially declared their third state of emergency due to COVID-19. This is in order to ensure the safest possible setting for the delayed 2021 Tokyo olympics.

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The Tokyo Olympics are slated to open on July 23.

TOKYO and LONDON -- Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is set to declare a third state of emergency for Tokyo and three other urban prefectures in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 ahead of the already-delayed Summer Olympics.

The proposed measures were endorsed by a panel of experts advising the Japanese government on COVID-19, and Suga is expected to formally announce the state of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Hyogo prefectures when he addresses the nation later Friday. Both the governors of Tokyo and Osaka prefectures have requested the emergency status.

The state of emergency is expected to start Sunday and last through May 11, and the measures may pack more punch than with previous declarations with a limitation on operating hours for bars, the closure of karaoke venues and the reduction of public transportation like buses and trains.

The state of emergencies issued in January and last year declared only non-mandatory requests and, with no penalties for non-compliance, relied heavily on residents to practice "jishuku," or "self-restraint," in meeting the terms, such as working from home when possible and reducing person-to-person contact. In February, when Suga extended the emergency status for the greater Tokyo area, the Japanese government took a stricter approach, allowing governors to issue binding orders for non-essential businesses to cut hours or close. Those who complied were offered compensation, while those who didn't faced penalties.

Japan is grappling with another resurgence in COVID-19 infections, believed to be fueled by a new, more contagious variant of the virus that was first detected in the United Kingdom last year. Osaka, which has been under quasi-emergency status since April 5, is the epicenter of the country's latest resurgence and has reported the highest daily number of newly confirmed cases than any other area. The prefecture saw 1,167 new cases on Thursday, while Tokyo reported 861. Overall, Japan has confirmed a total of 551,898 cases, including 9,800 deaths, according to official figures released Friday by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

Japan launched its mass COVID-19 vaccination campaign in mid-February, months after other major economies did so and amid concerns over whether the drive would inoculate enough people in time for the Tokyo Olympics. The rollout has been slow and less than 1% of Japan's 126 million people have been vaccinated so far.

If the new state of emergency lifts on May 11, there will be about 10 weeks before the Tokyo Olympics open on July 23.

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Japan to declare 3rd state of emergency for Tokyo, elsewhere ahead of Summer Olympics

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The Tokyo Olympics are slated to open on July 23. TOKYO and LONDON -- Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is set to declare a third state of emergency for Tokyo and three other urban prefectures in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 ahead of the already-delayed Summer Olympics.

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Hundreds of theater workers marched down Broadway on Thursday, rallying to demand more inclusion in the industry, protesting producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater transparency from their union, Actors’ Equity Association

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Hundreds of theater workers marched down Broadway on Thursday, rallying to demand more inclusion in the industry, protesting producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater transparency from their union, Actors' Equity Association

NEW YORK -- Hundreds of theater workers marched down Broadway on Thursday, rallying to demand more inclusion in the industry, protesting producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater transparency from the Actors' Equity Association union.

"I believe that change is possible. I believe that a Broadway led by a racially diverse, many-gendered or non-conforming, many-abled theater community is possible," said speaker Jaime Cepero. "I believe that a consistently safe work environment in the theater is possible."

Organizers had several demands, including finding how 2020 Equity dues were spent and what percentage is used to help conversations around diversity. They demanded greater inclusion for transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming artists and urged efforts to improve diversity within the labor union's council.

Much of the ire was directed at Rudin, who continues to face fallout following renewed accusations of bullying and harsh treatment of his employees. He has s aid he will step back from theater and film projects to "work on personal issues I should have long ago."

Speaker after speaker on Thursday cursed his name and demanded he be removed from The Broadway League, the powerful group of theater producers. "Hey, hey, ho ho. Scott Rudin has got to go!" the crowd chanted. The League has not commented on the demand.

"What do we want? Justice! When do we want it? Now! If we don't get it? Shut it down," the crowd roared during the march into the heart of Times Square after speakers began the march in Columbus Circle. There was also a dance party outside Rudin's offices.

The crowd then paused in front of Equity headquarters to air their grievances, including not protecting workers who allege harassment and how the organization, which represents 51,000 actors and stage managers, uses the dues from members. Many vowed not to go back to work and not to pay their dues unless their demands were met.

In response, the union issued a statement, stating that "diversifying Equity leadership is an important step for the union to become an antiracist organization, and that work is ongoing." The union also noted that its council had just selected Wydetta Carter as a new first vice president, the first Black person in over 40 years. "The union is working to share additional information on spending regarding diversity and inclusion," it said.

The homemade signs at the march ranged from the blunt - "Burn It Down" and "Black Trans Artists' Lives Matter" - to the theatrical, including "We Got Trouble" and "This is Literally the Plot of 'Newsies.'" Some in the crowd wore "Cats" and "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" hoodies.

The march and rally was organized by Nattalyee Randall and Courtney Daniels. One of the speakers was Broadway actor Ashley De La Rosa, who said she has lost count of how many times she was the only Black person in the room. "There is a culture of white supremacy that is built into this industry and into our world that tells us that we can't," she said. "This must change before we return to work."

Actor Ryan J. Haddad lamented that disabled and deaf actors are often invisible in the theater community. "We belong in the room. We are every one of you," he said. "We have the talent. We have the skills. We need the support."

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Hundreds of theater workers marched down Broadway on Thursday, rallying to demand more inclusion in the industry, protesting producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater transparency from their union, Actors' Equity Association NEW YORK -- Hundreds of theater workers marched down Broadway on Thursday, rallying to demand more inclusion in the industry, protesting producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater transparency from the Actors' Equity Association union.

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Israeli police try and stop many Jewish extremist from the 'Lehava' movement.  They were chanting "Death to Arabs." through the city streets.  they went there because that's where many young Palestinians hang out during Ramadan.  There have been many videos on social media with Arabs and religious Jewish youths attacking one another.

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Clashes between Palestinians from east Jerusalem and Israeli police around the Damascus gate entrance to the Old City erupted in a night of unrest that earlier saw Jewish extremists marching through another city street shouting "Death to Arabs."

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Russia built up its troops at the border of Ukraine for exercises. The Russian Defense Minister They have started moving their troops back to their original stations and plan to have all of their troops back by May 1st. Russia's actions has led to tension in eastern Ukraine.

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Russia ordered its top military brass to return troops to their permanent bases from Friday, saying it had concluded a "snap inspection" of its forces in the country's east and west, near the Ukrainian border.

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A 7 year old was riding in the back of his mothers car with his siblings and they cut off another car and the driver got very angry and shot at the little boy.

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A 7-year-old boy riding in his mother's car with his younger siblings was shot and killed Wednesday night in a possible road rage incident, according to police and reports.

The youngster, identified as Kakylen Greylen Harris, was in the rear seat shortly after 11 p.m. when a single shot from another vehicle hit him in the neck, Hickory police said at a press conference on Thursday.

His mother pulled over and dialed 911. The boy was rushed to Catawba Valley Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
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Police said the mom described it as a road rage incident after she inadvertently cut off the other vehicle.

"At this time we're exploring all options," Hickory Police Capt. Jeff Young said. "Preliminary belief is that it's a random act of violence. These individuals did not know each other."

Grainy traffic camera footage released by police shows that the mom appears to cut off a dark-colored SUV, which police said then drove around the Accura.

"At that point in time, she hears someone yelling, what she describes as a female voice," Young said. "She believes someone reached around the female (driver) and fired a shot out the passenger window, which went into the rear passenger area of her vehicle, where the children were traveling."

Kakylen's mom and his two siblings - 1 and 6 years old - were not injured.

"It's tough," Hickory Police Chief Thurman Whisnant said, the Hickory Daily Record reported. "This was a senseless act of violence. The men and women of the Hickory Police Department will act tirelessly to see justice is brought to the coward that did this."
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According to the Charlotte Observer, the boy's death marked the third time a youngster has been shot in North Carolina in just two days.

In the two other instances - Tuesday in Apex and Wednesday in Shelby - the young victims, both under 10, survived but were seriously injured, the Observer said.

This story first appeared in the New York Post.

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North Carolina boy, 7, shot and killed in possible road rage incident

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A 7-year-old boy riding in his mother's car with his younger siblings was shot and killed Wednesday night in a possible road rage incident.

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The CDC is now investigating a womens death after she got the J&J vaccine. The women was in her 50's and had developed blood clots and low platelets 2 weeks after recieving the vaccine.

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The 19 year old basketball phenom terrance clark died due to a car crash thirsday in Los Angeles. The star had a very promising future after declaring he was turning pro and signing with famous agen rich paul.

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Former Kentucky men's basketball star Terrence Clarke died following a car crash in Los Angeles on Thursday, his agent, Rich Paul, confirmed to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Clarke was 19 years old.

"I am absolutely gutted and sick tonight," Kentucky head coach John Calipari said in a statement. "A young person who we all love has just lost his life too soon, one with all of his dreams and hopes ahead of him. Terrence Clarke was a beautiful kid, someone who owned the room with his personality, smile and joy. People gravitated to him, and to hear we have lost him is just hard for all of us to comprehend right now. We are all in shock."

The Boston native was reportedly working out in Southern California in preparation for the 2021 NBA draft prior to the crash. After one season with the Wildcats, Clarke announced he was turning pro and signing with an agent.

News of Clarke's death was immediately felt across both college and pro basketball with many taking to Twitter to mourn the loss.

A 6'7" guard who averaged 9.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in eight games with Kentucky, Clarke was expected to play a significant role before an ankle injury ended his regular season in late December. He appeared in the team's SEC tournament loss to Mississippi State, playing 10 minutes in the second-round loss.

Regardless of the small sample size, scouts thought highly enough of his talents for the teenager to attempt a leap to the NBA.

The Brewster Academy alum was a ranked a five-star recruit by 247Sports, which named him the No. 8 player overall in the class of 2020 and the No. 2 shooting guard in the nation. The outlet's director of basketball scouting reported Clarke had lottery-pick potential and compared favorably to the Detroit Pistons' Josh Jackson.

After being named a McDonald's All-American in high school, Clarke selected Kentucky over offers from Baylor, UConn, Illinois, Kansas, Louisville, Syracuse, UCLA, Duke, Michigan and Villanova.

In announcing his decision to turn pro, Clarke said having the opportunity to play for the Wildcats was a "lifelong goal" and the experience was one he would keep with him forever.

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Mark Humphrey/Associated Press Former Kentucky men's basketball star Terrence Clarke died following a car crash in Los Angeles on Thursday, his agent, Rich Paul, confirmed to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Clarke was 19 years old. "I am absolutely gutted and sick tonight," Kentucky head coach John Calipari said in a statement.

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19 year old Former Kentucky basketball star Terrence Clarke died in a car crash just before the 2021 NBA draft.

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Former Kentucky men's basketball star Terrence Clarke died following a car crash in Los Angeles on Thursday, his agent, Rich Paul, confirmed to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Clarke was 19 years old.

"I am absolutely gutted and sick tonight," Kentucky head coach John Calipari said in a statement. "A young person who we all love has just lost his life too soon, one with all of his dreams and hopes ahead of him. Terrence Clarke was a beautiful kid, someone who owned the room with his personality, smile and joy. People gravitated to him, and to hear we have lost him is just hard for all of us to comprehend right now. We are all in shock."

The Boston native was reportedly working out in Southern California in preparation for the 2021 NBA draft prior to the crash. After one season with the Wildcats, Clarke announced he was turning pro and signing with an agent.

News of Clarke's death was immediately felt across both college and pro basketball with many taking to Twitter to mourn the loss.

A 6'7" guard who averaged 9.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in eight games with Kentucky, Clarke was expected to play a significant role before an ankle injury ended his regular season in late December. He appeared in the team's SEC tournament loss to Mississippi State, playing 10 minutes in the second-round loss.

Regardless of the small sample size, scouts thought highly enough of his talents for the teenager to attempt a leap to the NBA.

The Brewster Academy alum was a ranked a five-star recruit by 247Sports, which named him the No. 8 player overall in the class of 2020 and the No. 2 shooting guard in the nation. The outlet's director of basketball scouting reported Clarke had lottery-pick potential and compared favorably to the Detroit Pistons' Josh Jackson.

After being named a McDonald's All-American in high school, Clarke selected Kentucky over offers from Baylor, UConn, Illinois, Kansas, Louisville, Syracuse, UCLA, Duke, Michigan and Villanova.

In announcing his decision to turn pro, Clarke said having the opportunity to play for the Wildcats was a "lifelong goal" and the experience was one he would keep with him forever.

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Terrence Clarke, Former Kentucky Basketball Star, Dies in Car Crash at Age 19

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Derek Chauvin, the disgraced ex-police officer, has been found guilty of several charges for killing George Floyd about a year ago.

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Where things stand now

Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted on all charges in the death of George Floyd.

Chauvin faces up to 40 years in prison for second-degree murder, up to 25 years for third-degree murder and up to 10 years for second-degree manslaughter.

Floyd died in May 2020 after Chauvin placed his knee on Floyd's neck while he pleaded, "I can't breathe."

Our live coverage has ended for the night, but you can read more

11:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Minneapolis police chief thanks force during "difficult and challenging" year

From CNN's Andy Rose and Adrienne Broaddus

Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo thanked the members of his force Tuesday night in a written statement following the guilty verdicts handed down against former officer Derek Chauvin.

"This past year has been difficult and challenging yet they (the police) have continued to show up and serve our community with the respect and dignity they deserve," Arradondo said. "We recognize that our community is hurting, and hearts are heavy with many emotions. However, I have hope."

The police chief -- who testified in the trial that Chauvin's use of force against George Floyd had exceeded the guidelines of police training -- said he respected the decision of the jury. Arradondo also called for any upcoming demonstrations to be peaceful.
Read the statement:

11:08 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
"This is a day of celebration," George Floyd's brother says

George Floyd's brother Philonise Floyd said the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial was "so much of a relief" after spending night after night awake and concerned about the outcome of the case.

"But today I won't get that time to sleep, because I'm going to stay up and I'm going to celebrate, because this is a day of celebration. I'm happy, man," Philonise Floyd told CNN's Don Lemon.

Floyd said he was panicking and walking back and forth while waiting for the verdict. He said he entered the courtroom 30 minutes before the judge and jury. He said that half hour felt like "an eternity."

He used that time to pray, he said.

"Justice for George, it means freedom for all," Floyd said. "The world has sparked, and lit up with a blaze tonight. And it's a celebration. Business can be taken care of tomorrow, but it's a celebration today."

Coming home with a win: Benjamin Crump, the Floyd family attorney, appeared beside Philonise during the interview. Crump recounted the family "all said George Floyd would've said 'we just won the championship -- tell them in Houston (Floyd's hometown) we coming home with a W.'"

Crump said he hopes the decision will set a precedent going forward, especially in the case of Daunte Wright, a Black man who was fatally shot by police not far from where Floyd was killed.
Watch the interview:

10:50 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Rev. Jesse Jackson: "It's a relief, but the celebration is premature"

Civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson said the verdict reached in Derek Chauvin's trial is "significant" but more is needed to stop police killings.

"It's a relief, but the celebration is premature," Jackson told CNN's Sara Sidner near the Cup Foods where George Floyd was killed on May 25, 2020. "We still have a lot of work to do. This is a first down, not a touchdown."

Jackson specifically referenced Daunte Wright, a Black man who was shot and killed by police about 10 miles away from where Floyd died.

"We're going to bury Daunte Thursday, the killing continues. We must break the backbone of legal lynching forever. Police killing people is getting away with legal lynching," Jackson said.

10:29 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
"This is the beginning for the future of Black America," George Floyd's friend says

Maurice Lester Hall, a friend of George Floyd's who witnessed the murder, said he believed the verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial will mark a major turning point in the United States.

"This is the beginning for the future of Black America," he told CNN's Chris Cuomo.

Hall, who declined a defense request to stand as their witness, said he chose to exercise his Fifth Amendment rights and not testify in the trial because he didn't want to become a distraction.

"The defense ain't on my side, so for calling me ... it was useless, them calling me," he said. "I know this is a historical moment, so I'll have the chance of telling my story instead of it being narrated and scripted the way they want to paint it."

Hall also said he will speak with his lawyers before deciding whether to testify in the upcoming trials for the officers who were with Chauvin that day.

"Big" Floyd: Hall said his friend's nickname, "Big Floyd," was fitting because he "always thought he was legendary."

Hall said if Floyd were alive today, he would have embraced his name recognition.

"He comes from a hip-hop culture in Houston," Hall explained. "He carried himself as if he was an athlete, a superstar."

Watch the interview:

10:08 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Witness to Floyd's killing says he was just "telling the truth" during his testimony

Donald Williams, one of the witnesses to George Floyd's murder, said the decision reached by the jury to convict former police officer Derek Chauvin "means a lot" to him and his family.

"This is a big accomplishment," he told CNN's Chris Cuomo. "A lot of weight has been lifted off my shoulders."

Williams, who testified for the prosecution during the trial, said he wasn't sure if he expected a guilty verdict in the case. He likened testifying to taking part in a "championship fight."

"I just kept telling myself to stay mentally focused," he said. "All I was just doing was telling the truth."

Williams said now the verdict has been reached, he hopes he can help make the world a more just place for his children and other Black Americans.
Watch the moment:

9:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Sports world reacts to the Chauvin verdict

Major figures in the sports world are weighing in on the jury's decision to convict former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin on all charges for killing George Floyd.

All four US major men's professional sports leagues or their leaders issued statements. So did Minnesota's professional teams.

The NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA's Lynx said in a joint statement they were "hopeful that today's decision will serve as a step forward."

The Timberwolves' star center, Karl-Anthony Towns, said the verdict was something he "never thought he would see."
Read the statements from Minnesota's teams:
Outside Minnesota: Prominent Black athletes from around the world also praised the verdict. Basketball star LeBron James, a vocal advocate for voting rights and social justice in the United States, simply said "ACCOUNTABILITY."

Bubba Wallace -- the only Black driver in NASCAR's top circuit -- said "justice served on all accounts. Good."

9:06 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Derek Chauvin was convicted in the murder of George Floyd. Here's what you need to know.

Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer, has been convicted on all charges in the death of George Floyd.

Crowds of people have gathered in Minneapolis and across the country following today's verdict. Here's what you need to know.
What it was like in the courtroom
The courtroom was silent as the verdict was read, pool reporters inside said. Chauvin appeared to be in a daze while waiting for the jury to arrive and was staring at the empty jury seating area. He snapped out of it after a few seconds when his attorney, Eric Nelson, spoke with him.

Philonise Floyd, George Floyd's brother, waited for the verdict in the courtroom with his head bowed and hands clasped. He appeared to alternate between praying, looking up towards Chauvin, and looking down praying again. As the first guilty verdict was read, his hands began shaking while clasped.
Reaction

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the "verdict is an important step forward for justice," but there is still work left to do. He called for a continued "march for justice" and said the only way the state will change is "through systemic reform."

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he would "not call today's verdict justice," but did say that it is "accountability."

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey commended the jury and said they "refused to look away" and affirmed that Floyd "should still be here today."

Former President Barack Obama said "the jury did the right thing," adding "we cannot rest."

Floyd family attorney Ben Crump reflected on the significance of the decision at a news conference after the verdict saying, "We frame this moment for all of us, not just for George Floyd. This is a victory for those who champion humanity over inhumanity, those who champion justice over injustice, those who champion morals over immorality. America, let's lean into this moment."

Vice President Kamala Harris and President Biden addressed the country calling the verdict a "giant step forward in the march towards justice in America." The President said he talked to Floyd's daughter and told her, "daddy did change the world."

Floyd's family

Floyd's girlfriend Courteney Ross told reporters outside the courthouse that she hadn't doubted this would be the outcome reached and that it was a "huge day for the world."

Philonise Floyd choked back tears as he responded to the guilty verdict, saying his work fighting for justice had only just begun.

George Floyd's nephew, Brandon Williams, called the guilty verdict a "pivotal moment for America," adding that it was long overdue and hopefully a spark for systemic change.

What's next
After Judge Peter Cahill read and confirmed the verdict with the jury, he announced technical next steps, including scheduling sentencing in eight weeks time.

Cahill said the court would look at written arguments from Chauvin "within one week" and issue factual findings on it. Then they will order a pre-sentencing investigation report, "returnable in four weeks." That will be followed by a briefing on the pre-sentencing investigation report six weeks from now.
The sentencing
The maximum sentence for second-degree unintentional murder is imprisonment of not more than 40 years. The maximum sentence for third-degree murder is imprisonment of not more than 25 years. The maximum sentence for second-degree manslaughter is 10 years and/or $20,000.

8:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Derek Chauvin transferred to Minnesota correctional facility

From CNN's Eric Fiegel in Minneapolis

Derek Chauvin has been transferred to the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Oak Park Heights, according to Minnesota Department of Corrections spokesperson Sarah Fitzgerald.

Chauvin arrived at the facility at 4:55 p.m. CT (5:55 pm. ET). He is there through an agreement between the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and the Minnesota Department of Corrections, Fitzgerald told CNN.

The correctional facility is located in Stillwater, Minnesota, about 25 miles east of downtown Minneapolis. Fitzgerald added that a new booking photo of Chauvin will be available Wednesday.

8:32 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
US Capitol police are no longer planning to reinstall fencing

From CNN's Katie Bo Williams, Zachary Cohen and Whitney Wild

Capitol Hill security forces abruptly reversed plans to reinstall outer perimeter fencing and call in additional security measures on Capitol Complex grounds minutes after Derek Chauvin was convicted.

The fencing was meant to protect against potential unrest related to the trial.

Late Tuesday afternoon, an official security alert went out to Senate lawmakers and staffers confirming that Capitol Police officials were "closely monitoring reports for potential First Amendment activities in response to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin case" and had "decided to re-install portions of the outer perimeter fence." But just moments later, Chauvin was found guilty on three counts. Moments after that, a Capitol Police spokesperson told CNN that the department had no plans to put up fencing.

A separate source familiar with the security planning told CNN that the planned installation was suspended after Chauvin's guilty verdict was handed down.

"We'll reassess tomorrow based on overnight developments. If all is quiet I suspect we'll turn this off all together," this person said.

CNN has asked Capitol Police for comment on the timing of their request.

Some context: Cities across the country, including Washington, DC, have been preparing for potential unrest related to the Chauvin trial since at least last week. The District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department announced April 15 plans to prepare for potential unrest related to the verdict that was expected to come this week. Yet the Capitol Police did not request the boosted security measures until Monday-the day that the jury began its deliberations in the Chauvin case.

The source familiar with the planning acknowledged that the verdict came sooner than Capitol security leadership had expected, but pushed back on the notion that the request for the fencing should have been made sooner than Monday.

"The intent was to be ready when the verdict came," this person said, adding that the Capitol Police have been in daily communication with the DC Metropolitan Police. "We didn't need it last week. The violence only started last week."

Where things stand now

Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted on all charges in the death of George Floyd.

Chauvin faces up to 40 years in prison for second-degree murder, up to 25 years for third-degree murder and up to 10 years for second-degree manslaughter.

Floyd died in May 2020 after Chauvin placed his knee on Floyd's neck while he pleaded, "I can't breathe."

Our live coverage has ended for the night, but you can read more

11:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Minneapolis police chief thanks force during "difficult and challenging" year

From CNN's Andy Rose and Adrienne Broaddus

Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo thanked the members of his force Tuesday night in a written statement following the guilty verdicts handed down against former officer Derek Chauvin.

"This past year has been difficult and challenging yet they (the police) have continued to show up and serve our community with the respect and dignity they deserve," Arradondo said. "We recognize that our community is hurting, and hearts are heavy with many emotions. However, I have hope."

The police chief -- who testified in the trial that Chauvin's use of force against George Floyd had exceeded the guidelines of police training -- said he respected the decision of the jury. Arradondo also called for any upcoming demonstrations to be peaceful.
Read the statement:

11:08 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
"This is a day of celebration," George Floyd's brother says

George Floyd's brother Philonise Floyd said the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial was "so much of a relief" after spending night after night awake and concerned about the outcome of the case.

"But today I won't get that time to sleep, because I'm going to stay up and I'm going to celebrate, because this is a day of celebration. I'm happy, man," Philonise Floyd told CNN's Don Lemon.

Floyd said he was panicking and walking back and forth while waiting for the verdict. He said he entered the courtroom 30 minutes before the judge and jury. He said that half hour felt like "an eternity."

He used that time to pray, he said.

"Justice for George, it means freedom for all," Floyd said. "The world has sparked, and lit up with a blaze tonight. And it's a celebration. Business can be taken care of tomorrow, but it's a celebration today."

Coming home with a win: Benjamin Crump, the Floyd family attorney, appeared beside Philonise during the interview. Crump recounted the family "all said George Floyd would've said 'we just won the championship -- tell them in Houston (Floyd's hometown) we coming home with a W.'"

Crump said he hopes the decision will set a precedent going forward, especially in the case of Daunte Wright, a Black man who was fatally shot by police not far from where Floyd was killed.
Watch the interview:

10:50 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Rev. Jesse Jackson: "It's a relief, but the celebration is premature"

Civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson said the verdict reached in Derek Chauvin's trial is "significant" but more is needed to stop police killings.

"It's a relief, but the celebration is premature," Jackson told CNN's Sara Sidner near the Cup Foods where George Floyd was killed on May 25, 2020. "We still have a lot of work to do. This is a first down, not a touchdown."

Jackson specifically referenced Daunte Wright, a Black man who was shot and killed by police about 10 miles away from where Floyd died.

"We're going to bury Daunte Thursday, the killing continues. We must break the backbone of legal lynching forever. Police killing people is getting away with legal lynching," Jackson said.

10:29 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
"This is the beginning for the future of Black America," George Floyd's friend says

Maurice Lester Hall, a friend of George Floyd's who witnessed the murder, said he believed the verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial will mark a major turning point in the United States.

"This is the beginning for the future of Black America," he told CNN's Chris Cuomo.

Hall, who declined a defense request to stand as their witness, said he chose to exercise his Fifth Amendment rights and not testify in the trial because he didn't want to become a distraction.

"The defense ain't on my side, so for calling me ... it was useless, them calling me," he said. "I know this is a historical moment, so I'll have the chance of telling my story instead of it being narrated and scripted the way they want to paint it."

Hall also said he will speak with his lawyers before deciding whether to testify in the upcoming trials for the officers who were with Chauvin that day.

"Big" Floyd: Hall said his friend's nickname, "Big Floyd," was fitting because he "always thought he was legendary."

Hall said if Floyd were alive today, he would have embraced his name recognition.

"He comes from a hip-hop culture in Houston," Hall explained. "He carried himself as if he was an athlete, a superstar."

Watch the interview:

10:08 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Witness to Floyd's killing says he was just "telling the truth" during his testimony

Donald Williams, one of the witnesses to George Floyd's murder, said the decision reached by the jury to convict former police officer Derek Chauvin "means a lot" to him and his family.

"This is a big accomplishment," he told CNN's Chris Cuomo. "A lot of weight has been lifted off my shoulders."

Williams, who testified for the prosecution during the trial, said he wasn't sure if he expected a guilty verdict in the case. He likened testifying to taking part in a "championship fight."

"I just kept telling myself to stay mentally focused," he said. "All I was just doing was telling the truth."

Williams said now the verdict has been reached, he hopes he can help make the world a more just place for his children and other Black Americans.
Watch the moment:

9:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Sports world reacts to the Chauvin verdict

Major figures in the sports world are weighing in on the jury's decision to convict former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin on all charges for killing George Floyd.

All four US major men's professional sports leagues or their leaders issued statements. So did Minnesota's professional teams.

The NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA's Lynx said in a joint statement they were "hopeful that today's decision will serve as a step forward."

The Timberwolves' star center, Karl-Anthony Towns, said the verdict was something he "never thought he would see."
Read the statements from Minnesota's teams:
Outside Minnesota: Prominent Black athletes from around the world also praised the verdict. Basketball star LeBron James, a vocal advocate for voting rights and social justice in the United States, simply said "ACCOUNTABILITY."

Bubba Wallace -- the only Black driver in NASCAR's top circuit -- said "justice served on all accounts. Good."

9:06 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Derek Chauvin was convicted in the murder of George Floyd. Here's what you need to know.

Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer, has been convicted on all charges in the death of George Floyd.

Crowds of people have gathered in Minneapolis and across the country following today's verdict. Here's what you need to know.
What it was like in the courtroom
The courtroom was silent as the verdict was read, pool reporters inside said. Chauvin appeared to be in a daze while waiting for the jury to arrive and was staring at the empty jury seating area. He snapped out of it after a few seconds when his attorney, Eric Nelson, spoke with him.

Philonise Floyd, George Floyd's brother, waited for the verdict in the courtroom with his head bowed and hands clasped. He appeared to alternate between praying, looking up towards Chauvin, and looking down praying again. As the first guilty verdict was read, his hands began shaking while clasped.
Reaction

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the "verdict is an important step forward for justice," but there is still work left to do. He called for a continued "march for justice" and said the only way the state will change is "through systemic reform."

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he would "not call today's verdict justice," but did say that it is "accountability."

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey commended the jury and said they "refused to look away" and affirmed that Floyd "should still be here today."

Former President Barack Obama said "the jury did the right thing," adding "we cannot rest."

Floyd family attorney Ben Crump reflected on the significance of the decision at a news conference after the verdict saying, "We frame this moment for all of us, not just for George Floyd. This is a victory for those who champion humanity over inhumanity, those who champion justice over injustice, those who champion morals over immorality. America, let's lean into this moment."

Vice President Kamala Harris and President Biden addressed the country calling the verdict a "giant step forward in the march towards justice in America." The President said he talked to Floyd's daughter and told her, "daddy did change the world."

Floyd's family

Floyd's girlfriend Courteney Ross told reporters outside the courthouse that she hadn't doubted this would be the outcome reached and that it was a "huge day for the world."

Philonise Floyd choked back tears as he responded to the guilty verdict, saying his work fighting for justice had only just begun.

George Floyd's nephew, Brandon Williams, called the guilty verdict a "pivotal moment for America," adding that it was long overdue and hopefully a spark for systemic change.

What's next
After Judge Peter Cahill read and confirmed the verdict with the jury, he announced technical next steps, including scheduling sentencing in eight weeks time.

Cahill said the court would look at written arguments from Chauvin "within one week" and issue factual findings on it. Then they will order a pre-sentencing investigation report, "returnable in four weeks." That will be followed by a briefing on the pre-sentencing investigation report six weeks from now.
The sentencing
The maximum sentence for second-degree unintentional murder is imprisonment of not more than 40 years. The maximum sentence for third-degree murder is imprisonment of not more than 25 years. The maximum sentence for second-degree manslaughter is 10 years and/or $20,000.

8:42 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
Derek Chauvin transferred to Minnesota correctional facility

From CNN's Eric Fiegel in Minneapolis

Derek Chauvin has been transferred to the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Oak Park Heights, according to Minnesota Department of Corrections spokesperson Sarah Fitzgerald.

Chauvin arrived at the facility at 4:55 p.m. CT (5:55 pm. ET). He is there through an agreement between the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and the Minnesota Department of Corrections, Fitzgerald told CNN.

The correctional facility is located in Stillwater, Minnesota, about 25 miles east of downtown Minneapolis. Fitzgerald added that a new booking photo of Chauvin will be available Wednesday.

8:32 p.m. ET, April 20, 2021
US Capitol police are no longer planning to reinstall fencing

From CNN's Katie Bo Williams, Zachary Cohen and Whitney Wild

Capitol Hill security forces abruptly reversed plans to reinstall outer perimeter fencing and call in additional security measures on Capitol Complex grounds minutes after Derek Chauvin was convicted.

The fencing was meant to protect against potential unrest related to the trial.

Late Tuesday afternoon, an official security alert went out to Senate lawmakers and staffers confirming that Capitol Police officials were "closely monitoring reports for potential First Amendment activities in response to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin case" and had "decided to re-install portions of the outer perimeter fence." But just moments later, Chauvin was found guilty on three counts. Moments after that, a Capitol Police spokesperson told CNN that the department had no plans to put up fencing.

A separate source familiar with the security planning told CNN that the planned installation was suspended after Chauvin's guilty verdict was handed down.

"We'll reassess tomorrow based on overnight developments. If all is quiet I suspect we'll turn this off all together," this person said.

CNN has asked Capitol Police for comment on the timing of their request.

Some context: Cities across the country, including Washington, DC, have been preparing for potential unrest related to the Chauvin trial since at least last week. The District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department announced April 15 plans to prepare for potential unrest related to the verdict that was expected to come this week. Yet the Capitol Police did not request the boosted security measures until Monday-the day that the jury began its deliberations in the Chauvin case.

The source familiar with the planning acknowledged that the verdict came sooner than Capitol security leadership had expected, but pushed back on the notion that the request for the fencing should have been made sooner than Monday.

"The intent was to be ready when the verdict came," this person said, adding that the Capitol Police have been in daily communication with the DC Metropolitan Police. "We didn't need it last week. The violence only started last week."

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Where things stand now Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted on all charges in the death of George Floyd. Chauvin faces up to 40 years in prison for second-degree murder, up to 25 years for third-degree murder and up to 10 years for second-degree manslaughter.

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4 astronauts started they're 6 month journey in space Friday morning. They took off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft - carrying four astronauts from three countries - took off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida Friday morning, beginning their six-month stay in space.

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A missing submarine in Indonesia is urgently being searched for as they only have about a few hours left of oxygen for their 53 crew members. 24 Indonesian ships and a helicopter have been mobilized for the search. An American plane and two Australian ships are joining the search soon. An electrical failure seems to be the reason the submarine was unable to resurface.

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Ford's all electric Mustang Mach-E will be this year's pace car at the NASCAR Talladega 500 race. It will be the utility vehicle for the race on Sunday, April 25th. It will be the second electric Ford vehicle to make an appearance on the track, the first being an electric Ford Focus back in 2012. The Mach-E will be able to cover 305 miles without stopping, while the Focus could only go 115 during the race.

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The Ford Mustang-Mach E is hitting the track.

The all-electric utility vehicle will serve as the pace car for the NASCAR Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday, April. 25.

Ford races V8-powered Mustang coupe-bodied cars in the Cup Series.

It won't be the first electric Ford to pace a NASCAR race. A Ford Focus Electric led the field at Richmond Raceway in 2012.

"We have always tried to use our presence in NASCAR to show off our dynamic and innovative vehicle lineup, and that continues this weekend with our all-electric Mustang Mach-E," Jeannee Kirkaldy, Ford Performance motorsports marketing manager said. "We feel this car not only stays true to Mustang's great heritage but carries on its legacy in a modern way that we think fans and our loyal enthusiasts will embrace."
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Ford's electric cars have come a long way in the past decade. While the Focus had a range of 115 miles per charge, the Mach-E is available in a version that can cover 305 miles between stops.

That still wouldn't be enough for the Mach-E to cover the 500-mile distance of the Talladega race, but the Cup Series cars have a range issue, too.
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With the throttle wide open at the high-speed oval, they can make it about 30 laps, or 80 miles, between pit stops for fuel.

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Electric Ford Mustang Mach-E to pace NASCAR Talladega Cup Series race

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The Ford Mustang-Mach E is hitting the track. The all-electric utility vehicle will serve as the pace car for the NASCAR Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday, April. 25. Ford races V8-powered Mustang coupe-bodied cars in the Cup Series. It won't be the first electric Ford to pace a NASCAR race.

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Russia is panning to build and lauch its own space station by the year 2030. They are going to break off from working closely with the 16 other nations who work aboard the International Space Station, including the U.S.

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Russia is ready to start building its own space station with the aim of launching it into orbit by 2030 if President Vladimir Putin gives the go-ahead, the head of its Roscosmos space agency said on Wednesday.

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The number of people getting vaccinated in the US is on the decline with no clear reason for why it is decreasing.

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The daily pace of vaccinations nationwide appears to be flattening out and could be on the decline, suggesting that America is moving from a phase of desperate vaccine searches to one of aggressive government outreach and education to sway those who have not yet scheduled an appointment.

More than half of U.S. adults have had at least one vaccine shot. But according to data on daily vaccinations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the seven-day average count of people receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine started dropping slightly nine days ago.

While an average of nearly 1.9 million people a day came in to get their first dose of the vaccine during the week of April 11, the average for the week of April 16 was around 1.47 million. The total doses the U.S. has administered nationwide since vaccines were first authorized has also flattened out over the past few days, CDC data show, interrupting the exponential growth of the last few months.

And on Wednesday, a daily update from the Department of Health and Human Services showed numbers were down this week to an average of just over 3 million shots administered a day, when on Friday, the country was averaging about 3.35 million a day.

The decline started one day before the Johnson & Johnson vaccine was suspended, suggesting the nationwide "pause" might not be the primary factor, even if it may have contributed.

In fact, most experts say there is no sole factor. The drop in the weekly average could be because most Americans who were actively seeking out the vaccine already got their shot and the remaining millions of people are taking a wait-and-see approach or have outstanding concerns about the vaccines. It could be because elderly people -- the highest risk demographic -- have largely been vaccinated and young people are less eager to get the shot. Or it could be because access to the vaccine -- whether it's proximity, taking time off work or finding transportation -- are all barriers for people who want a shot. Likely, it's a combination of it all and then some.

"What happened is we had this initial big wave of demand, especially among people that were most vulnerable," said Dr. John Brownstein, an epidemiologist at Boston Children's Hospital and an ABC News contributor. But the desire to get a vaccine is less among young people, "so even if eligibility opens up, there's potentially less demand," he added.

But the desire to get a vaccine is less among young people, "so even if eligibility opens up, there's potentially less demand," he added.

At the same time, any inconvenient hurdles during the process of getting a shot could compound any lingering reluctance.

"Not everyone can get to a mass vaccination site; not everyone can use the existing web tools," Brownstein said. "Even though we may see a map that has a lot of sites, it's not necessarily the most convenient, especially for those that are essential workers who can't take the time off work."

President Joe Biden, during a speech on Wednesday to celebrate his administration getting 200 million shots into arms since he's been in office, acknowledged that there's still a lot of work to be done to smooth the vaccination process in a way that encourages the rest of the country to step up for a shot.

As of Wednesday, 26% of the population was fully vaccinated and 40% had at least one shot. Experts predict the U.S. will need 70-90% of people to get vaccinated before the country can reach herd immunity, although they say it's hard to know for sure how many vaccinations will be enough.

"The vaccine is free. It's convenient. And it's increasingly available. But I know that isn't enough," Biden said.

Biden listed some policy solutions, like increased vaccine supply to local pharmacies and federally run clinics so that 90% of Americans are within 5 miles of a vaccination site. He also called on all businesses to give employees paid time off when they get their shots or need to recover from any side effects. Biden announced a new tax policy that would allow all small and medium-sized businesses to apply to be reimbursed for the time off they give their employees.

But Biden's administration also said on Wednesday that it's not using the pace of shots to try to determine vaccine acceptance because there are so many variables.

"We don't think that we're talking about a group of people that are quote, unquote 'vaccine hesitant,'" an administration official told reporters ahead of Biden's speech, speaking on condition of anonymity.

"People have questions about the vaccine. Those questions need to be treated legitimately instead of casting them in a broad pool of people and saying, 'hey you're 'vaccine hesitant,'" the official said. "We're confident that people are going to end up making the right decisions. So we're not really measuring all that by the pace."

At the same time, a new report Wednesday from the Kaiser Family Foundation, a non-partisan resource on national health issues, found the country appears "quite close to the tipping point where demand for, rather than supply of vaccines is our primary challenge."

"Federal, state, and local officials, and the private sector, will face the challenge of having to figure out how to increase willingness to get vaccinated among those still on the fence, and ideally among the one-fifth of adults who have consistently said they would not get vaccinated or would do so only if required," according to the report.
ABC News' Anne Flaherty, Brian Hartman and Arielle Mitropoulos contributed to this report.

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A sheriffs deputy from North Carolina shot and killed Andrew Brown Jr. while a search was being conducted at his home.

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North Carolina sheriff's deputy fatally shoots Black man while serving warrant

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"It's been a tragic day," the sheriff told reporters. A sheriff's deputy shot and killed a Black man while executing a search warrant in North Carolina on Wednesday, authorities said. The shooting occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET as deputies from the Pasquotank County Sheriff's Office attempted to serve the man -- identified as Andrew Brown Jr.