Minneapolis officer's attorney alleges George Floyd overdosed on fentanyl, says charges should be dropped
In a new filing in the case against a now-fired Minneapolis police officer involved in the killing of George Floyd, the officer’s attorney alleged that Floyd overdosed on fentanyl while resisting arrest and in doing so contributed to his own death, arguing the charges against the officer should be dropped.
In a new filing in the case against a now-fired Minneapolis police officer involved in the killing of George Floyd, the officer’s attorney alleged that Floyd overdosed on fentanyl while resisting arrest and in doing so contributed to his own death, arguing the charges against the officer should be dropped.
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.
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.
Judge orders 1 trial for 4 officers charged in George Floyd's death
A Hennepin County District Court judge has granted a motion to join the cases of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd into one case.
A Hennepin County District Court judge has granted a motion to join the cases of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd into one case.
2 people shot near 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis
Police are investigating after a reported Sunday night shooting in the area of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, the site of George Floyd's death.
Police are investigating after a reported Sunday night shooting in the area of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, the site of George Floyd's death.
George Floyd trial: Questionnaire mailed to prospective jurors
Potential jurors for the George Floyd murder trial have been mailed a questionnaire asking about their knowledge of the case, police connections and attitudes toward the justice system, according to new court filings.
Potential jurors for the George Floyd murder trial have been mailed a questionnaire asking about their knowledge of the case, police connections and attitudes toward the justice system, according to new court filings.
Judge to hear arguments over whether to delay George Floyd trial
A Hennepin County District Court judge will be hearing arguments next month on whether to delay the trial for the four fired Minneapolis police officers charged in connection to George Floyd's death.
A Hennepin County District Court judge will be hearing arguments next month on whether to delay the trial for the four fired Minneapolis police officers charged in connection to George Floyd's death.
Pandemic just one of many hurdles for Lake Street businesses
COVID-19 has put a strain on many Minnesota businesses and forced owners to make difficult decisions.
COVID-19 has put a strain on many Minnesota businesses and forced owners to make difficult decisions.
Brainerd man pleads guilty for role in MPD Third Precinct arson
A Brainerd, Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to arson charges in the burning of the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct.
A Brainerd, Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to arson charges in the burning of the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct.
Derek Chauvin's attorney asks for Floyd trial to be delayed
An attorney representing former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged with murder in the death of George Floyd, is asking for the trial to be pushed back.
An attorney representing former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged with murder in the death of George Floyd, is asking for the trial to be pushed back.
Pawn shop owner will not be charged in deadly shooting amid Minneapolis riots
Due to a lack of evidence, a pawn shop owner will not be charged in connection to a deadly shooting that happened amid the riots in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, according to Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman.
Due to a lack of evidence, a pawn shop owner will not be charged in connection to a deadly shooting that happened amid the riots in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, according to Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman.
Man sentenced to 49 years for fatal shooting of pregnant woman near Floyd memorial in Minneapolis
Days after pleading guilty, a judge has sentenced a man to 49 years behind bars for the deadly shooting of a pregnant woman in south Minneapolis this summer near the George Floyd Memorial.
Days after pleading guilty, a judge has sentenced a man to 49 years behind bars for the deadly shooting of a pregnant woman in south Minneapolis this summer near the George Floyd Memorial.
Defense attorney of fired Minneapolis officer calls for delay in Floyd trial
The attorney representing Tou Thao, one of the fired Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death, is calling for the trial to be delayed until July 5.
The attorney representing Tou Thao, one of the fired Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death, is calling for the trial to be delayed until July 5.
Minneapolis teen receives national courage award for filming death of George Floyd
A high school student in Minneapolis has been recognized with a prestigious national courage award for filming the arrest and death of George Floyd.
A high school student in Minneapolis has been recognized with a prestigious national courage award for filming the arrest and death of George Floyd.
Minnesota AG asks court to reconsider audio, video coverage of George Floyd murder trial
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a motion asking the court to reconsider allowing audio and video coverage of the trial of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a motion asking the court to reconsider allowing audio and video coverage of the trial of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd.
Chicago Lake Liquors reopens after months of rebuilding following riots
Chicago Lake Liquors in Minneapolis re-opened to customers Thursday morning following months of rebuilding after the store was damaged in the riots in May.
Chicago Lake Liquors in Minneapolis re-opened to customers Thursday morning following months of rebuilding after the store was damaged in the riots in May.
26-year-old Staples man pleads guilty for role in Minneapolis Third Precinct arson
A 26-year-old Staples, Minn. man pleaded guilty in connection with arson of the Third Precinct in Minneapolis this summer.
A 26-year-old Staples, Minn. man pleaded guilty in connection with arson of the Third Precinct in Minneapolis this summer.
Former Kmart becomes new home for 2 post offices destroyed in riots
Two south Minneapolis post offices destroyed during rioting last spring now have a temporary home.
Two south Minneapolis post offices destroyed during rioting last spring now have a temporary home.
North Central University names first recipient of George Floyd Memorial Scholarship
Days after his death, North Central University hosted a memorial service for Floyd, where they vowed to launch a scholarship in Floyd’s name, promising to give opportunities to future African-American leaders.
Days after his death, North Central University hosted a memorial service for Floyd, where they vowed to launch a scholarship in Floyd’s name, promising to give opportunities to future African-American leaders.
Excited Delirium dilemma: Explanation or excuse for in-custody deaths?
During the excruciating nine minutes that George Floyd laid face-down on the asphalt, with former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin’s knee on his neck, there is a critical and insightful moment.
During the excruciating nine minutes that George Floyd laid face-down on the asphalt, with former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin’s knee on his neck, there is a critical and insightful moment.
Post office opens site at former Kmart after 2 locations destroyed in riots
The former Kmart on West Lake Street in south Minneapolis is becoming the temporary home for two post office locations that were destroyed in the May riots, according to the U.S. Postal Service.
The former Kmart on West Lake Street in south Minneapolis is becoming the temporary home for two post office locations that were destroyed in the May riots, according to the U.S. Postal Service.