UNREST, violence and looting have broken out all over the US in wake of George Floyd's death during his arrest.
Floyd lost his life on Memorial Day, and a Minneapolis police officer has been charged with murder.
Cop Derek Chauvin has "effectively" been placed on suicide watch.
Here is more on the widespread protests which have spread to at least 140 cities.
Atlanta
Two police officers have been fired and three others placed on desk duty for using excessive use of force during a protest arrest.
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said Sunday that she and police Chief Erika Shields made the decision after reviewing body-camera footage of the Saturday night incident.
Video shows the officers using a stun gun on a man and unnecessary force on a woman, according to officials.
“I really wanted to believe that the body-worn camera footage would provide some larger view that could better rationalize why we got to this space,” said Shields.
“And having spent most of the afternoon with the mayor, reviewing the footage exhaustively, I knew that I had only one option, and that is to terminate the employees.”
Hundreds of protesters have been arrested in Atlanta, and were seen burning a flag outside CNN headquarters.
Baltimore
Fourteen people were arrested in connection with Floyd protests held in the city on Saturday.
Hundreds of protesters participated in motorcade through city streets, according to TV station WBAL.
"If you're coming Baltimore to protest peacefully, we welcome you," said Mayor Jack Young, according to the station.
"But if you're coming here to throw bricks or break storefront windows or break police vehicles, you're going to find yourself in a jail cell.
"That's a promise."
Said police chief Michael Harrison: "For those who wish to agitate and incite violence during what was mostly peaceful demonstrations, your actions will absolutely not be tolerated."
Boston
At least seven police officers were injured and 53 protesters were arrested as of early Monday morning, according to WCVB.
Mayor Marty Walsh wrote on Twitter Sunday that "I see you. I hear you. I will use my voice for you."
"I am angered, however, by the people who came into our city and chose to engage in acts of destruction and violence, undermining their message," he continued.
"If we are to achieve change and if we are to lead the change, our efforts must be rooted in peace and regard for our community."
Walsh also wrote that the protests "were motivated by a righteous desire for equality, justice, and accountability in our country."
Chicago
Looting and violence have devastated Chicago, where nearly 700 people have been arrested.
More than 130 police officers were injured, according to WLS.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the 911 center processed more than 65,000 calls over a one-day period.
"We will rebuild and the city of Chicago government will lead those rebuilding efforts," Mayor Lightfoot said, according to the station.
"We are not going to leave our neighborhoods behind.
"That will not happen on my watch."
Members of the Illinois National Guard have been activated to help out.
Columbus
Protesters turned out for a demonstration in Columbus that began peacefully but turned violent on Friday, with windows smashed at the Ohio Statehouse.
“His death impacts all of us,” said Ohio Gov Mike DeWine, referring to Floyd,
"We have a responsibility to each other.
"We have a responsibility, all of us regardless of race, to stand up and say we won’t tolerate conduct like this.”
Officers in Columbus have been criticized for using excessive force this weekend, and Mayor Andrew Ginther says those allegations should be reported.
"Your information will be investigated by a civilian (outside the chain of command) from the Department of Public Safety's Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Office, created last year to address discrimination complaints," he wrote on Facebook.
He said to give as much detail as possible to [email protected].
Dallas
Gov. Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster on Sunday for all counties, according to The Morning News.
“Every Texan and every American has the right to protest and I encourage all Texans to exercise their First Amendment rights,” said the governor.
“However, violence against others and the destruction of property is unacceptable and counterproductive.”
Seventy-four people were arrested on Saturday night for inciting a riot, the Morning News reported.
Denver
More than 80 people were arrested for violating Saturday's curfew, according to the Denver Post.
Said police chief Paul Pazen: "For those who helped us maintain peace, protect lives and preserve property here in our city, let me state loud and clear that the Denver Police Department values the lives of our residents and are working hard to maintain the peace and safety for all.
"And when I say all, I mean every community member and every police officer.”
Minneapolis
Sunday night was relatively peaceful, according to KARE, following what Minnesota Gov Tim Walz called "a very tough week."
Looters destroyed parts of the city in the days after Floyd died in police custody.
The third 3rd Precinct building and many other structures were burned to the ground.
The police department tweeted Sunday that "incendiary materials and accelerants (like water bottles filled with gasoline) have been found hidden in bushes and throughout neighborhoods in Minneapolis."
"If you find or see anything like this, please call 911. #MACCMN."
Even though Sunday night was relatively quiet, hundreds of people were arrested.
"At present the field commanders feel that they are in a good position," said Minnesota Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell, according to KARE.
"Other resources are there and working together collaboratively.
"Chiefs and sheriffs from all over the metro again wanting to achieve the objectives of protecting life, protecting property and restoring order, and we believe that's happening."
Nashville
Violence erupted at an "I Will Breathe" rally in Nashville on Saturday.
Flames could be seen coming from a first-floor window of the Metro Nashville Courthouse and City Hall during the night, according to the Tennessean.
A 10 pm curfew was issued, and the National Guard was ordered into the city.
“After the arson and vandalism at the courthouse, this has taken on a much different response,” police spokesman Don Aaron told the newspaper.
“Those who continue to harm the city – those who continue to participate in this destruction – are being warned that they’re engaging in unlawful assembly and officers are prepared for arrests.”
New York
New York City imposed an 11 pm curfew on Monday following several consecutive nights of violence and unrest.
The curfew will last from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., both Gov Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
“In New York City, I spoke with the mayor, there’s going to be a curfew in New York City that we think could be helpful,” Cuomo said, according to The New York Times. “More importantly, there is going to be an increase in the force.”
New York is a city of 8.6million people.
Philadelphia
The National Guard arrived in the city on Monday to lend their support
More than 200 people have been arrested and multiple police officers have been injured.
"Our officers did their best to maintain control last night, but they were out numbered pretty severely in most areas," Philadelphia's managing director Brian Abernathy told ABC 6.
Santa Monica
Hundreds of people have been arrested in Santa Monica, and more than 1,200 have been busted in Los Angeles County.
Mayor Kevin McKeown said Sunday "was one of the most distressing days in Santa Monica history."
"We know better than to let the looters obscure the message of the protesters, who have indeed been heard," he told ABC 7.
"What a small and selfish criminal element has done instead is to bring our community more closely together.
"We will support our local businesses to recover from this.
"Much was lost on Sunday, including property and innocence. As Mayor, I'm grateful that we did not lose any lives."
Seattle
A woman stealing from Cheesecake Factory became became an internet sensation over the weekend, according to KIRO.
Dozens of people were arrested during protests in the city on Saturday.
Washington, DC
About 50 Secret Service agents were injured during a disturbance near the White House.
As a result President Trump was moved to a "terror attack" bunker for his protection.
A source told Fox News that rioters were seen throwing bottles and Molotov cocktails at law enforcement officers.
Officials in the nation's capital are bracing for more violence in the days ahead as well.
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