Protests have continued across the nation and around the world for a third straight week following the death of George Floyd on May 25.
Nashville Protesters March Through Downtown, Led This Time By Immigrant Groups
About 2,000 people marched peacefully in downtown Nashville on Saturday during a day of nationwide protests in response to racism and police brutality. This latest event was organized by the Somali Students’ Association at Middle Tennessee State University. Its members include many from the region’s Muslim community, who say they want to show solidarity with […]
60 Years After The End Of Segregation, Nashville Is Still A Long Way From Reconciliation
Saturday’s massive rally in downtown Nashville ended with the destruction of a plaque honoring marchers in the Civil Rights Movement on the steps of city hall.
Tennessee National Guard Puts Down Their Riot Shields At Rally Against Police Brutality
“Put your shields down.” Those were the words that over a hundred demonstrators chanted Monday night on the steps of the Capitol, as part of the Vigil for Black Lives.
Historic Metro Courthouse Reopens After Moment Of Civil Unrest
a small group of protesters damaged the offices of the mayor and other city leaders late Saturday evening.
In Photos: Nashville’s ‘I Will Breathe’ Rally, From Daytime Unity To Nighttime Chaos
Thousands rallied peacefully in Nashville before a few dozen people vandalized police cars and downtown buildings, resulting in multiple arrests Saturday. The WPLN News team brought you live coverage of the “I Will Breathe” rally throughout the day. The latest details available here. Below is a chronological walkthrough of the events told through photos, from […]
Nashville Rallies Peacefully Before Vandalism Damages City Hall And Prompts Emergency Curfew
Several thousand people gathered in downtown Nashville on Saturday afternoon for what started as a peaceful demonstration, but that later shifted into violence and vandalism.
Nashville Rally Protests Police Brutality; Then Arrests, Vandalism And Confrontations With City Officers (Updated)
A peaceful “I Will Breathe” rally, which drew thousands of people at War Memorial Plaza, eventually turned destructive as the hours wore on Saturday. Pockets of protesters smashed cars and police used tear gas to disperse some who vandalized Nashville’s City Hall. Police say the area was mostly cleared by about 10:45 p.m.
Nashville Black Lives Matter Vigil Ends In Rainy Street March
A crowd that was too large to count — perhaps a thousand people — filled Nashville’s Public Square Friday night for a multi-purpose gathering in response to high profile killings by police this week. The event was rarely solemn, but instead fiery and infused with social justice issues ranging from race relations to affordable housing […]
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