New sign unveiled marking 'George Perry Floyd Square' in Minneapolis
A ceremony in Minneapolis on the two-year anniversary of George Floyd's death unveiled a new sign to mark the spot where he was killed by Minneapolis police officers.
Dr. Yohuru Williams on Floyd anniversary: We've made great gains but a lot needs to be done
A flashpoint in the movement toward social justice, the murder of George Floyd became a catalyst for change. Two years later, an examination of the progress made and the work still ahead.
2 years after the murder of George Floyd, what has changed?
Two years on, the legacy of the protests that spread across the country after the murder of George Floyd is still being defined.
Biden signs policing order on 2-year anniversary of George Floyd's death
President Joe Biden has signed an executive order to improve accountability in policing.
On the second anniversary of George Floyd's murder, gatherings held across the Twin Cities
Gatherings are being held across the Twin Cities to mark the anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
2 years since George Floyd's killing, activists still seek reforms
Two years after George Floyd’s was murdered by then-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, people continue to demand police reform.
Ex-Minneapolis cop Thomas Lane pleads guilty to aiding, abetting manslaughter in George Floyd murder
Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane has pleaded guilty to a state charge of aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter in the murder of George Floyd.
Judge accepts Derek Chauvin plea deal in federal civil rights case
The judge overseeing the federal civil rights cases of four former Minneapolis police officers in the killing of George Floyd said Wednesday that he has accepted the terms of Derek Chauvin’s plea agreement and will sentence him to 20 to 25 years in prison.
Minneapolis police, city violated civil rights law, state concludes
The Minneapolis Police Department engaged in a pattern of race discrimination, violating state civil rights law, an investigation found.
Trial of 3 former Minneapolis cops won't be livestreamed
The state trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd will not be livestreamed.
Derek Chauvin appeal: Attorney argues for new trial in filing
In an appeal brief filed on Monday, an attorney for Derek Chauvin laid out their arguments for why he deserves a new trial in the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis' plan to 'revision' George Floyd Square moves forward
The city says that construction for a new project at 38th and Chicago could start in 2024.
‘The Square’ opening at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis
Nearly two years after the murder of George Floyd, the area now known as George Floyd Square continues to evolve with the community around it as a new events center named The Square has announced its opening.
One year later: Looking back at the Derek Chauvin verdict
After the verdict was read, community members celebrated in the streets.
Plea deals rejected by former officers charged in George Floyd's murder
Three former Minneapolis police officers charged with aiding and abetting in the murder of George Floyd will return to trial this summer, but before then they will learn the extent of public involvement during the coverage of it.
‘Fencing Consortium’ seeks $5 million for civil unrest fencing funding
Several counties have banded together to push for additional fencing whenever needed in the event of an emergency situation, including civil unrest.
State of Minnesota was slow to respond to 2020 rioting, report finds
Minnesota's response to the 2020 riots that broke out after a Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd was too slow, a new report found.
‘Documenting a Reckoning’ now on display at Mill City Museum
A new 54-photo exhibit features images taken by professional photojournalists and everyday people who captured photos of protests, unrests and demonstrations – from the day George Floyd was killed, to the day Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder.
Report on Minneapolis response to George Floyd protests: 'There was a void'
Tuesday, the Minneapolis City Council received an after-action report on the city's response conducted by an independent firm with deep law enforcement experience that confirmed for many the extent of the city's failure and also pointed to its causes.
Rochester arsonist pleads guilty after fleeing arrest, apprehension in Mexico
A Rochester man who fled to Mexico in an effort to evade being caught after a series of arsons has been apprehended thanks to an anonymous tip.