Judge dismisses 3rd-degree murder charge against Derek Chauvin, other charges remain
A Hennepin County judge has dismissed the third-degree murder charge against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, but denied the defense's motions to dismiss the other charges against him.
'You never give up': Tip leads to charges in deadly 2014 hit-and-run crash in Polk County
A tip cracked open a cold case of a deadly hit-and-run crash in 2014 in Polk County, Wisconsin.
Semi driver who drove onto I-35W bridge during protest charged
The driver of a semi-tanker truck that drove onto the Interstate 35W bridge in Minneapolis during a protest over the death of George Floyd has been charged with two crimes after prosecutors say he wanted to scare people out of his path.
Former Chisago County sheriff pleads guilty in stalking case of co-worker
Former Chisago County Sheriff Richard Duncan has pleaded guilty in a stalking case of a female sheriff's office employee, according to the Anoka County Attorney's Office.
Missing 28-year-old woman last seen near Redwood Falls found safe
The Redwood County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find Kimberlea Jean Becklund, 28, who has been reported missing.
National Guard activated for possible unrest over Floyd rulings
Gov. Tim Walz says he has activated the Minnesota National Guard after a request from Minneapolis following Thursday’s court rulings in the George Floyd case.
Small Minnesota city of Wyoming adding police body cameras after donation
Over the last decade, police departments across the country have moved to add body cameras to their forces in an effort to maintain transparency and community relations.
Committee presents 2 options for future of George Floyd Memorial
Residents and businesses near the George Floyd Memorial at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis may soon see a path forward for the future of the George Floyd Memorial.
Environmental groups sue over Portland tear gas use amid protests
Night after night in Portland, tear gas and other crowd control devices have enveloped protesters and bystanders in airborne chemicals that settle on the ground, later to be washed into storm drains.
Man threatened to 'slash' Wichita mayor's throat over mask mandate, police say
A 59-year-old man who prosecutors say threatened Wichita's mayor because he was upset about a mask mandate has been charged.
DOJ offers to help reform Minneapolis Police, but will City Council approve?
The U.S. Department of Justice is offering to help the effort to re-make the Minneapolis Police Department. But so far, the city hasn't accepted.
Hiker lost in northern Minnesota woods survives with help of his dog
A hiker who became lost in the northern Minnesota woods is alive thanks to his dog.
Authorities ID man found dead in Minneapolis pawn shop burned in riots
The man found dead in the remains of a Minneapolis pawn shop that was destroyed during the riots following George Floyd's death has been identified.
Mayor Frey: 'Minneapolis is turning the corner'
In a one-on-one interview, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said he believes the city is turning the corner after the police killing of George Floyd and a summer of civic unrest.
'We're going to find you': Police crack down on street racing in Twin Cities metro
Authorities say street racing in the Twin Cities metro has become far too common and continue to pose threats to the area.
Waseca community lines up to welcome officer Arik Matson home
With temperatures hovering right at freezing, downtown Waseca felt nothing but warmth as officer Arik Matson returned home following months of recovery.
Minneapolis residents sue city over police staffing
A group of residents have had enough of the crime and violence in the city of Minneapolis, arguing in a lawsuit that there aren’t enough police patrolling the streets right now.
Mayor taps 25-year veteran Bryan Tyner to be next Minneapolis Fire Chief
Bryan Tyner will be nominated as the next Chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department, the city announced Monday.
Waseca police officer seriously hurt in shooting to be welcomed home on Monday
The Waseca police officer who was seriously hurt after being shot in the head while attempting to take a suspect in custody is set to return home on Monday.
Found: Man being reunited with daughter after going missing in St. Paul
A man missing from St. Paul has been found, St. Paul Police say.