Upon returning to Centennial Olympic Park, the majority of protestors entered into the park while a portion walked south on Centennial Olympic Park Drive where they surrounded an officer inside his patrol vehicle. 7:50 p.m. - Protesters begin to smash the windows of police cars with pieces of barricades as police begin actively pushing crowds back. However we remain hopeful this activity will cease and there will be no need for further arrests or clashes with protestors.". #GeorgeFloydProtests #DowntownAtlanta @wsbtv pic.twitter.com/CLiGNAJaRz. It does appear pepper spray was utilized several times during the confrontation. 8:50 p.m. 9:06 p.m. - Protesters appear to be busting windows to the entrance doors to the CNN Center. @wsbtv pic.twitter.com/fUfVEFRzVp. ATLANTA – The exterior of the CNN Center in Downtown Atlanta was heavily vandalized during demonstrations Friday evening over the death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who died while in police custody.. SKYFOX5 flew over the CNN Center, located at 190 Marietta Street NW, where … 4:00 p.m. Georgia National Guard troops underwent riot control training today to prepare for tonight’s potential protests. Midnight -- A large police presence is seen on traffic cameras outside of Lenox Square. Safety, tonight, is a "big deal," Stafford said. The curfew is now in effect, but several protesters remain on the street. log in to manage your profile and account. Members of the @GeorgiaGuard have been stationed at Centennial Olympic Park throughout the night to provide support, ensure peaceful assembly, and enforce the curfew that is now in effect. 6:23 p.m. - A Twitter video shows Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields in the crowd, listening to the protesters. Stafford said that crews had to extinguish fires that burned at least one Atlanta Police Car, a Georgia Tech Police car and a fire inside the McCormick and Schmick's. 12:43 a.m. The city’s police chief has resigned as well. Instead, he and his players had a game in Atlanta with the Hawks. It sparked nationwide riots, arson, and looting for over a week. "My takeaway, is, there isn't really traffic. 8:12 p.m. - Atlanta Police and Chief Shields will hold a media briefing at police headquarters. Mutual aide has been request from neighboring jurisdictions.". "If we can get to these fires, we will extinguish them," he said. A protester tries to talk the police back amid tear gas in downtown Atlanta, Sunday, May 31, 2020. Both I-75 and I-85 are shut down. An Atlanta curfew that went into effect Saturday ended at sunrise Sunday morning. 4:12 p.m. Channel 2′s Audrey Washington is at Centennial Olympic Park, where protesters have gathered to sing in a peaceful scene: This is the part of the peaceful protests that isn’t shown enough. 5:27 p.m. - Protesters appear to be surrounding a car trying to drive on the streets. 12:30 a.m. -- Atlanta police confirm that looting has taken place in the area of Lenox Square. We are holding a Press Conference with @AJustGeorgia in Liberty Plaza at 12noon today to discuss the recent arrests of two local college students, the Atlanta uprisings , and our demands for a better Georgia. 2. 10:21 p.m. - Police confirm there has been looting, and that the College Football Hall of Fame was one of the places targeted. Derek Chauvin charged with 3rd degree murder, manslaughter in death of George Floyd, Protests underway in Atlanta over killings of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, 'Justice for George Floyd' is largest-ever US petition on Change.org, George Floyd's uncle decries violent protests, Lt. Gov. A large protest formed outside of CNN’s headquarters in Atlanta on Friday evening, resulting in clashes with police and vandalism to the building. 10:56 p.m. People who remain on the streets of downtown Atlanta are being taken into custody. Low morale among officers is concern for Atlanta's police department, former Washington, D.C., detective and defense attorney Ted Williams said Saturday night. MARTA services are slowly resuming now that the curfew is over. 7:45 p.m. - Atlanta Police told 11Alive's Ryan Kruger that one of their officers did get pushed to the ground and got minor injuries. Atlanta embodies these values, and I encourage all who exercise these rights to remember Atlanta’s legacy of peaceful protest leading to progress.". Police are moving quickly through the streets of downtown in full riot gear. State capitol, buildings nearby fortified with military Humvees, armored tactical vehicles in anticipation of a third night of protests. (See: Demographics of Atlanta: Race and ethnicity by neighborhood) There was a decrease in the black population in the following areas: In NPU W (East Atlanta, Grant Park, Ormewood Park, Benteen Park), the black population went from 57.6% to 38.0%, and the white proportion rose from 36.5% to 54.8% The city saw another day of protests across the metro Atlanta area, several of them peaceful. 1:23 a.m. -- Atlanta Fire and Rescue said it's working a fire at 152 Luckie Street, which is the address of the popular concert venue The Tabernacle. 4:33 p.m. Officials with the Atlanta University Center has asked Atlanta Mayor Bottoms and Atlanta Police Chief Shields to investigate after viral video of two AUC students being arrested and apparently tased in their car Saturday night. Around Atlanta, shopkeepers assessed the damage to their stores, and volunteers pitched in to help the cleanup effort. Skip Navigation The group is walking to Centennial Park for a protest at 5 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Gov. 9:52 p.m. Athens-Clarke County has declared a state of emergency tonight. Today’s service & protest starts at 9:30am. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has activated National Guard units and declared an emergency as demonstrations in Atlanta escalate into riots and looting, sparked by the police killing of a Minneapolis man earlier this week. Some arrests are being made, as well. HAPPENING NOW: Protesters have started to throw things, light fireworks and clash with police in downtown Atlanta: https://t.co/yffkgi8y4J pic.twitter.com/D3zFDkE921. Please stay home. Gov. The order will activate as many as 500 Georgia National Guard members to "protect people & property in Atlanta", according to Kemp's tweet. ET, June 3, 2020 Thousands around the world protest George Floyd's death in global display of solidarity. Please note that many live videos below may no longer be active, but will be archived with their respective platforms. 5:39 p.m. - Tussling appears to be breaking outside the CNN Center. Demonstrators continue to move toward the Centennial Olympic Park area pic.twitter.com/2QDeaZcr7u. 10:51 p.m. - Clayton County Sheriff SWAT units arrive, according to 11Alive's Hope Ford. This map is updated regularly by a third party, and displays many events happening in the Country in relation to the protests and riots. He was transported to Grady Hospital in stable condition. However, in at least one instance, Stafford said they were not able to respond to car fires burning along Park Avenue and Marietta Street extremely close to a hotel, but they weren't able to get there because of a hostile crowd. 6:20 p.m. - Police are now trying to push the crowd back with tankers. Riots; Atlanta; Atlanta protest scattered by tear gas, heavy police presence. It is the more excellent way.". 5:33 p.m. Channel 2′s Tom Regan is at the state capitol, where buildings are being guarded by the Georgia National Guard. To do otherwise is to put one more weapon in the hands of those who would discredit our protests and dismiss our rightful complaints. Protesters are using fencing to form a barrier between them and police ahead of the 9 p.m. curfew: https://t.co/yffkgi8y4J pic.twitter.com/wsmyMoGUct. Atlanta embodies these values, and I encourage all who exercise these rights to remember Atlanta’s legacy of peaceful protest leading to progress." and Killer Mike and Dr. Bernice King hold a briefing, asking for protesters to go home and keep things peaceful. 11:37 p.m. - Police are now aggressively moving the line back and arresting protesters. The city's largely closed, so if people want to stand in the streets ... alright," she said shrugging. They said pepper spray has also been used, police said. It’s wrong, it’s terrible, but it’s not Atlanta,” Draft said. As of early Saturday morning, the protests continued. Protesters have started to throw things, light fireworks and clash with police in downtown Atlanta. He spoke with former Atlanta Falcons linebacker Chris Draft, who was out helping. Protesters took to the streets of Atlanta over the recent killings of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor - black people all killed by law enforcement or white individuals. Like you, I am hurting. "We had to let them burn," Stafford said, who added that their biggest concern is that one of those hotels or buildings would catch fire and crews wouldn't be able to get to. pic.twitter.com/V6AWCSiD0A. Brian Kemp tweeted video of the Georgia National Guard “ready for mission assignments across our state to prepare for protests and keep our community safe.”, The @GeorgiaGuard is ready for mission assignments across our state to prepare for protests and keep communities safe. This morning New Birth church members will discuss their concerns about the deaths of black men & women killed across the country & here in Georgia. 1:20 a.m. -- Atlanta police said there have been "multiple instances of shots being fired by people in these groups of protestors. From 2000 to 2010 Atlanta saw significant shifts in the racial composition of its neighborhoods. The store and another Buckhead location are part of the 175 stores nationwide that Target is temporarily closing. "We will continue to make all state resources available to local leaders during this emergency situation," Kemp said. This story is developing. @wsbtv pic.twitter.com/rCXqhALm8K. I don't want this to be an arrest fest.". Cortez Stafford with the Atlanta Fire and Rescue said they have responded to several calls to cars burning throughout the night. 6:44 p.m. - Chief Shields, from the crowd, tells the public: "People are upset, they're angry, they're scared. 7:57 p.m. - Police are now actively pushing protesters back, with some arrests happening. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. The church will hold a service and peaceful protest starting at 9:30 a.m. By FOX5, May 29, 2020. Raphael Warnock issued the following statement: "As a citizen and pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, I stand with all those in Atlanta and across the country, who seek to peacefully demonstrate their outrage against the institutionalized violence that took the life of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and so many others. 7:18 p.m. A group of protesters have staged a peaceful sit-in on the 17th street bridge. Protestors gathered outside the CNN Center, but it is unclear how the fire was started. @wsbtv #GeorgeFloydProtests pic.twitter.com/PthfeT5ikI, . 8:31 p.m. - The windows of restaurants and businesses near the CNN Center have been smashed, as protests turn chaotic. This sparked a new wave of protests in Atlanta after turbulent demonstrations that followed the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis had simmered down. Stafford said APD used tear gas to disperse the crowd, but they still were not able to put out the fires. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Video below shows a … While the demonstrators don't appear to be harming the car, police are moving the crowd back so that the car can continue driving. pic.twitter.com/gGaFFNfDu2. President Trump taunted CNN as the network’s Atlanta headquarters was attacked by rioters, retweeting a supporter who noted what she called the “irony” of the violence. I’m live with everything happening on church campus today starting at 9:15am. 2:00 p.m. 9:31 p.m. Atlanta police have identified two officers who were fired for using excessive force last night as Ivory Streeter and Mark Gardner. ATLANTA — A curfew is now in effect in City of Atlanta that will last until sunrise Monday morning. @wsbtv pic.twitter.com/tnOHOj0vh1. Protesters loot downtown construction site to build barricade, Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk, Sister, brother win prep wrestling titles at Pennsylvania section meet, Snowboarder dies in second fatal avalanche in British Columbia in as many days, ‘Real Housewives of Dallas’ star Brandi Redmond gives birth to fourth child, Strong winds push sign across street on Las Vegas strip. Annnnd service is now underway here at New Birth Baptist Church! 9:30 p.m. - 11Alive's Ryan Kruger and Hope Ford report that police have begun using tear gas to disperse the crowds. “While we understand the need to maintain order, the abusive behavior reported to us is completely unacceptable.”, Two different protests, both peaceful, crossing paths.Surreal to hear one group singing “Break every chain” and another group chanting “No Justice, No Peace!”@wsbtv #DowntownAtlanta#GeorgeFloydProtests pic.twitter.com/IryeJGIz0A. © 2021 Cox Media Group. 7:40 p.m. - Atlanta Police have issued a statement on the protest: "We continue to monitor protestors on Centennial Olympic Park Drive near Marietta Street. 9:53 p.m. - Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields, rappers T.I. After first gathering at Centennial Olympic Park before moving towards CNN Center, where Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields met face-to-face with many protesters. 10:16 p.m. National Guard officers are in place around Centennial Olympic Park tonight to keep the peace overnight. Duncan calls hate crime law 'important piece of legislation to get right', Families of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd call for end to racial violence. “Whoever did this was bent on making a mess and had complete disrespect for our city. Published June 13, 2020 Updated June 16, 2020 10:54 p.m. - Protesters are setting off fireworks. MARTA will suspend all rail, bus and paratransit service again Sunday night starting at 9 p.m. Update: In accordance with the curfew established by Cty of Atlanta, MARTA will suspend *all* rail, bus, & paratransit services at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31. Channel 2′s Darryn Moore is in downtown Atlanta following the cleanup efforts Sunday morning. See above for the interactive map. Atlanta Fire Department said they were called to extinguish a fire after one was set in the back of the store and after fireworks were set off inside the store. 8:21 p.m. A massive crowd of protesters who have walked from Atlantic Station to downtown Atlanta has arrived near Centennial Olympic Park. A number protests are possible tonight in the city and surrounding area. https://t.co/RaI2VyDWLr. They want to be heard, and I think they have a right to be heard, I don't want anybody to get hurt, I hope there isn't property damage," she said. 6:00 a.m. - Video from an 11Alive photojournalist shows looting at the Target in Buckhead. Atlanta Fire reported via Twitter, "Atlanta Fire has been responding to multiple vehicle fires and reports of building fires throughout downtown and now into the Buckhead area. Stafford said they are now trying to coordinate with police for protection and eliminate any threats. But that’s not everybody. Only small groups of agitators remained downtown Sunday night. Streetcar service is currently suspended for the remainder of the evening. 5:45 p.m. - Police and protesters appear to be in a standoff that is showing signs of becoming aggressive. 5:12 p.m. - The mayor's office sent this statement to 11Alive: "When lives and the conscience of this nation are at peril, we as a people are expected to exercise our Constitutional rights to peacefully assemble and have our voices heard. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms gave an impassioned speech on Friday night in response to violent protests in her city over the death of George Floyd. But before the night was over, demonstrators set a police car and American flag on fire, spray-painted the iconic logo sign at CNN headquarters, broke into a restaurant, and headed towards the popular Lenox Square mall in Buckhead. Most notably, shots fired in the area of Phipps Plaza and shots fired in the area of Peachtree Street and Marietta Street.". Protesters make signs and prepare for a march and demonstration over the deaths of George Floyd, Armaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta on Friday, May 29, 2020. Protesters have completely blocked off the connector in Atlanta tonight. The governor has authorized 1,500 National Guard troops to deploy in Atlanta this evening. We … 3:00 p.m. - Demonstrators meet in Centennial Olympic Park to make signs ahead of a march for George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor. 2 weeks ago. The curfew in the city of Atlanta has been extended starting tonight, June 1, 2020 at 9 P.M. and continuing through sunrise tomorrow June 2, 2020. pic.twitter.com/6h01qhkRGp. "Fire units in the area but unable to get to fire due to protestors," they said. Plenty of law enforcement on hand but Sheriff says no problems between police & protestors pic.twitter.com/ph2RkY2ENb. From CNN's Zamira Rahim and Rob Picheta 6:33 p.m. - Police are asking protesters to clear from the middle of the street, or they will be arrested.
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