George Floyd's family and friends gathered Thursday to remember his life at a memorial service in Minneapolis.
The first of three funeral events for Floyd occurred at North Central University in Minneapolis, where a throng of media was awaiting the start of the afternoon service.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is among those expected to eulogize the 46-year-old Floyd.
Demonstrations in cities across the U.S. and across the globe continue in the wake of his death.
In the U.S., protests were largely calmer for a second straight night after new charges against police in Minneapolis were announced.
Two other services will be held in Raeford, North Carolina, and Houston.
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