The Guardian examined three cities – Asheville, North Carolina; Wichita, Kansas; and Spokane, Washington – and found similar trends were at play. Recent reports indicate a pattern of police more frequently stopping Black residents compared with white is still occurring, though the department disputes racial profiling. With reinforcements from neighboring counties and cities, Asheville police used teargas and pepper balls with irritating chemicals. Thomas, the Asheville native, said he and two others hosted a meeting with about 80 Black residents to decide whether to join protests. Wichita city council voted 7-0 to increase the police budget, including for hiring more officers.

Source: The Guardian May 30, 2021 09:00 UTC