A day of remembrance and reflection is happening in Minneapolis and in cities across the country one year after the death of George Floyd.
Floyd died in police custody on May 25, 2020 in south Minneapolis, his murder captured by a bystander on cell-phone video that went viral, leading to worldwide protests and outrage.
Among the events is what's being called a Celebration of Life at Commons Park on Portland Avenue in downtown Minneapolis.
It begins at 11 a.m. and will highlight Black history and culture and showcase local businesses. The event includes a day of games, food, inflatable attractions for kids and performances by Grammy Award-winning artists and local talent.
Another memorial event is happening at the intersection where Floyd died, the corner of 38th and Chicago.
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It's called the "Rise and Remember George Floyd" celebration and begins at 1 this afternoon.
It will coincide with a request from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for a moment of silence lasting 9 minutes and 29 seconds. That's how long former MPD officer Derek Chauvin knelt on George Floyd's neck before he died.
Chauvin was convicted last month of second and third degree murder along with manslaughter, and will be sentenced in June.
Video of Floyd begging for his life underneath Chauvin's knee is something many will never forget. To memorialize Floyd's life, the George Floyd Memorial Foundation is also hosting a virtual day of action — and no matter where you are, you can participate. "The foundation will be providing ways to call for action and have a positive impact while we demand justice everywhere," organizers said. JOIN HERE.
Around the country, Dallas is hosting a solidarity march and rally today and the California-based Pacific Symphony is streaming a free concert in honor of Floyd.
Other notable events include a White House visit by Floyd's sister Bridgett Floyd, his daughter Gianna Floyd and Gianna's mother, Roxie Washington, with President Joe Biden. The family meeting will be private so Biden can have a "real conversation and preserve that with the family," press secretary Jen Psaki said.
"He has a genuine relationship with them, and the courage and grace of this family and especially his daughter Gianna Floyd, has really stuck with the President ..." Psaki said. "So, he's eager to listen to their perspectives and hear what they have to say."
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