More than 1,000 protesters rally in Springfield

Walking north on Ninth Street in Springfield as part of a rally protest in the wake of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis, Jade Pearson admitted she was “overwhelmed” by the day.Overwhelmed in a good way, though.”It was peaceful. It was inclusive and I thought (the organizers) did a good,” said Pearson of Loami, who was with her wife, Shekeira Pearson. “I hope that people are listening. Everyone deserves a voice. Everyone deserves justice.”Protesters […]