Legal experts say it could be challenging to find impartial jury in Chauvin trial
Legal experts agree it will be a struggle to find an impartial jury and jurors who are willing to serve on the high-profile, high-stakes Derek Chauvin trial during a pandemic.
Community leaders in Twin Cities work to prevent repeat of unrest during Chauvin trial
With public safety concerns on the rise, as the trial of Derek Chauvin is set to start in Minneapolis, community leaders are working to prevent any repeat of the civil unrest the Twin Cities faced last year.
'Forgotten': Building owner at 38th and Chicago struggles amid ongoing closure
For small businesses at E 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, the struggle to survive is ongoing.
Minneapolis leaders say added security around Chauvin trial won't infringe on peaceful protests
As the trial for one of the former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death approaches, city leaders are promising security for the trial won't prevent peaceful demonstrations in the city.
Who is Derek Chauvin?
Derek Chauvin is a former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in the death of George Floyd.
Vote on Chauvin trial security funding could happen as soon as Monday; no deal in hand yet
Minnesota legislative leaders say a vote on Derek Chauvin murder trial security funding could happen as early as Monday -- the same day jury selection is scheduled to begin -- while cautioning that an elusive deal is still not in hand.
Minneapolis leaders address concerns over potential unrest during Chauvin trial
Public safety leaders say they aren't aware of any threats targeting Minneapolis as the city prepares for the start of the Derek Chauvin trial.
Minneapolis mayor reaches out to community as Derek Chauvin trial approaches
With the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin less than 10 days away, uncertainty is growing about safety in the coming months.
Minneapolis drops plan to hire social media influencers for Chauvin trial
The City of Minneapolis announced Monday it is dropping its plan to pay social media influencers to push out the city's messaging during trial of Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd.
Appeals court hears oral arguments on 3rd-degree murder charge in Chauvin case
The Minnesota Court of Appeals will hear oral arguments Monday over reinstating the third-degree murder charge in the case against Derek Chauvin.
Principal calls on Minneapolis community to offer in-person activities during break
A Minneapolis high school principal called on her community to offer in-person activities for students during a two-week break at the beginning of April that will coincide with a high-profile murder trial in the city.
Community members wary of Operation Safety Net ahead of trial
Preparation was a keyword during a news conference Monday with local, state, and federal law enforcement agency leaders discussing the latest developments in the Minneapolis Police Department’s new "Operation Safety Net" initiative.
Minneapolis City Council raises concerns over heavy security surrounding Chauvin trial
As more barriers appear in downtown Minneapolis one week away from jury selection in the Derek Chauvin trial, it’s a very visible sign of how seriously law enforcement are preparing to prevent problems.
George Floyd's family only allowed 1 member in courtroom during Chauvin trial, judge rules
The families of both George Floyd and Derek Chauvin will only get one seat each in the courtroom for the murder trial.
Legal experts preview 'surprising' appeals court hearing in Derek Chauvin case
Monday, lawyers for the state of Minnesota will try to convince the state court of appeals to add a third-degree murder charge to former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin’s case.
Some Hennepin County services relocating ahead of Chauvin trial
Some county services will be relocated from the Hennepin County Government Center for security reasons ahead of the Derek Chauvin trial.