Sanders Says Bland's Death Result Of Her Race
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says Sandra Bland would not have died in police custody if she had been white.
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Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says Sandra Bland would not have died in police custody if she had been white.
A grand jury has decided no felony crime was committed by the sheriff's office or jailers in the treatment of a black woman who died in a Southeast Texas county jail last summer.
A new review of Texas jail safety following the death of Sandra Bland is starting without relatives of the 28-year-old woman who was stopped for a routine traffic violation.
Relatives of Sandra Bland are not expected at the Texas Capitol as lawmakers launch a review of jail safety following her July death in a county lockup.
Bland was arrested after a controversial traffic stop outside Houston in July.
Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants a review of jail safety in Texas following the death of Sandra Bland in a rural county lockup
The family of a black woman found dead in a Texas jail three days after a confrontation with a white state trooper filed a wrongful-death lawsuit Tuesday against the officer and other officials.
The head of jail oversight in Texas wants to revise mental health screenings in county lockups following the death of Sandra Bland.
The arrest and death of Sandra Bland is bringing top state officials to a hearing at the Texas Capitol on Thursday to testify about jail standards and police officer protocols.
Texas authorities planned to release more video Tuesday of Sandra Bland during her three days in jail.
An initial toxicology report for Sandra Bland, who died in a Texas jail cell, raises the possibility that she may have used marijuana while in custody, two experts said.
The district attorney investigating the death of Sandra Bland says he's bringing in a committee of outside attorneys to review evidence as it's collected.
Hundreds gathered Sunday in southeast Texas for a vigil and march in memory of Sandra Bland, the Illinois woman found dead in jail days after her arrest during a traffic stop.
Video of a confrontational arrest ignited long-simmering passions and caused some black men and women to raise their guard around law enforcement in Waller County.
en. Bernie Sanders wrapped up a weekend campaign swing in Louisiana with a typically fiery speech railing against income inequality and touching on issues of racism and criminal justice.
Family and friends of an Illinois woman found dead in a Texas jail remembered her Saturday as a "courageous voice" for social justice and promised to keep fighting for clarity on the circumstances surrounding her death.
A black woman found dead in a Southeast Texas jail three days after a traffic-stop confrontation with a white officer hanged herself using a clear plastic bag tied into a slip knot, according to an autopsy report released Friday.
While Sandra Bland's family maintains that the woman found dead in a Texas jail cell would not have taken her own life, authorities are pointing to mounting evidence that they say shows she hanged herself.
Prosecutor on Bland autopsy: No injuries consistent with violent homicide, some with suicide.
A Texas TV station says it has obtained a voicemail from a call Sandra Bland made from jail in which she told a friend that she couldn't believe what was happening to her.
The DPS Director said the trooper violated department policy because he wasn't professional or courteous the entire time.
Speaking from hundreds of miles away from where their loved one was found dead in a Texas jail cell, Sandra Bland's family addressed the media for the first time since video of her traffic stop was released.
Texas lawmakers met privately with Waller County law enforcement officials for several hours to talk about the 28-year-old's death.
A Texas prosecutor says the death of a black woman whose family disputes authorities' finding that she hanged herself in a jail cell is being examined as thoroughly as a murder investigation.
Waller County District Attorney Elton Mathis said Monday that a Texas Rangers investigation into the death of Sandra Bland is being supervised by the FBI.
Duncanville Police said officers who were in the area when the shooting happened witnessed a car leaving the scene at a high rate of speed and initiated a pursuit.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
President Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained for repairs, after weeks of railing against alleged vandals.
Shower and thunderstorm activity will be better south of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex on Tuesday afternoon.
Duncanville Police said officers who were in the area when the shooting happened witnessed a car leaving the scene at a high rate of speed and initiated a pursuit.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
President Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained for repairs, after weeks of railing against alleged vandals.
Shower and thunderstorm activity will be better south of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex on Tuesday afternoon.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
President Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained for repairs, after weeks of railing against alleged vandals.
Gov. Ggreg Abbott has instructed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to investigate so-called birth tourism packages.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced his pick to fill the vacancy left by Sen. Lindsey Graham's death.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
The 71-year-old four-term senator passed away after a "brief and sudden illness," his office announced.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
With one final to go on Tuesday, organizers say their focus is already shifting to the future, as they try to secure their spot to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Paige Bueckers had 22 points and 11 assists, Jessica Shepard added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Chicago Sky 96-91.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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