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Thousands Peacefully Protest Police Violence, Racism in Fayetteville

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Nearly 4,000 people gathered in Fayetteville Tuesday night to protest the killing of George Floyd by a white Minneapolis police officer last month. The event started with speakers and a moment of silence and was followed by a march around the downtown square. The protest lasted until after midnight and despite some tense moments, it remained peaceful.

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Daniel Caruth is KUAF's Morning Edition host and reporter for Ozarks at Large.