1996 - Shooting of James Willie Cooper

Late 1996 - Protests erupt over the shooting of James Willie Cooper.

• On November 19, black motorist James Willie Cooper is shot by a white Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer. 
• While demonstrations are held in November, protest grows within the black community when the district attorney decides not to prosecute the officer. 
• Ben Chavis calls for "Black Monday," a boycott and march to be held on January 27. 
• Photo: A member of the community speaks out.