FERGUSON (AP) – The streets of Ferguson have been peaceful for another night, as protests and tensions have been subsiding in the St. Louis suburb where unrest had erupted for several nights after a police officer fatally shot Michael Brown.
About 100 people gathered Thursday evening, walking in laps near the spot where Brown was shot. Some were in organized groups, such as clergy members.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Capt. Ron Johnson, who is in charge of security in Ferguson, said there had been seven arrests, mainly for failure to disperse. He said it had been a good day and a good night.
Gov. Jay Nixon ordered the Missouri National Guard, which arrived Monday, to begin withdrawing. He said he feels there’s been progress.