Tensions in Ferguson, Missouri calmed Thursday night, following the withdrawl of National Guard troops and the beginning of a grand jury investigation into the death of black teenager Michael Brown. Protesters continued to gather on West Florissant Ave, near the scene where an unarmed Brown was shot to death by police officer Darren Wilson, but the congregation remained non-violent. The night of peace came after the announcement from Gov Jay Nixon that he would be puling the National Guard out of the St Louis suburb. Scroll down for video Hoops: Tensions between police and locals in Ferguson were much tamer on Thursday. Above, Highway Patrolmen and a group of young men engage in a friendly game of basketball
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Governor Jay Nixon said the National Guard has fulfilled its mission of providing security while State Troopers and county police took over
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Nixon called up the Guard on Monday after heavy street conflict between the police and protestors
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St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, meanwhile, has said he will not recuse himself from Michael Brown investigation
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Robert McCulloch wrote letter - in ALL CAPS - calling on Gov Nixon to decide whether he will be removed from investigtion
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