Interfaith leaders stand in solidarity for legislation on national police reform
Akron’s interfaith community and leaders stood together Thursday at Antioch Baptist Church to voice support for legislation on national police reform.
On Monday, Akron City Council passed a resolution 10-3 in support of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, which was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives in March. Now, a multifaith coalition wants to see the Senate approve the legislation.
“Every profession needs to have people looking over their shoulder, whether you’re a lawyer, a doctor, a pharmacist or police officer,” said Marty Belsky, a University of Akron law professor and former prosecutor who spoke at the a news conference at the church.
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Catholic Charities Summit County Virtual Derby for Dollars: 7-8 p.m. Friday. Whether you purchased a ticket for the canceled 2020 event or would like to purchase tickets for this year’s virtual one, go to http://www.ccdocle.org/derbyfordollars. All ticket buyers and sponsors will have an opportunity to pick up their dinner for the evening and a special gift. For more information, go the web address above or contact Carl Bako at 330-524-4196 or via email at cbako@ccdocle.org.
The Medina County Historical Society Spring Yard Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday on the front lawn of the McDowell-Phillips house, 205 S. Prospect St., Medina. There will be a rain date of May 2. Masks are required and the house will not be open for tours at this time. For more information, call Andrea Spickler @ 330-421-6474. Please no early birds.