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.

Minneapolis City Council approves mutual aid, community outreach plans for Chauvin trial

The Minneapolis City Council approved plans for mutual aid from other law enforcement agencies and partnership with community groups for the upcoming Derek Chauvin trial. 

As Chauvin trial looms, Walz and lawmakers at impasse over outside police help

Republicans on the Senate Finance committee advanced a new $15 million Derek Chauvin trial security funding package over Democrats' objections, yet the issue is far from settled. 

Noor appeals 3rd-degree murder conviction to Minnesota Supreme Court

Former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor is appealing his third-degree murder conviction in a 2017 deadly shooting to the Minnesota Supreme Court.

Sources: Federal grand jury looking into Derek Chauvin case

Sources familiar with the details and participants in the Derek Chauvin case say a federal grand jury has been meeting to look into civil rights violations by the former Minneapolis Police officer.

3rd-degree murder charge in Chauvin case to be argued March 1 in Appeals Court

The Minnesota Court of Appeals says it will hear oral arguments over reinstating the third-degree murder charge in the case of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd. Chauvin’s defense team has until Friday to file their response. 

AP Exclusive: Black Lives Matter opens up about its finances

The foundation widely seen as a steward of the Black Lives Matter movement says it took in just over $90 million last year, according to a financial snapshot shared exclusively with The Associated Press.

Lake St. business hopes city leaders have a plan for Chauvin trial security

As Minneapolis city leaders put together a security plan for the Derek Chauvin trial next month, a Lake Street business owner wants to make sure businesses like his aren't forgotten. 

White riot: The threat from domestic violent extremism

As the political extremes have taken center stage in American life, domestic violent extremism has become the greatest threat to national security.   

First look at Minneapolis courtroom where Derek Chauvin will be tried

New video is providing a first look at the courtroom in which former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin will stand trial for the murder of George Floyd.

2 arrested in Mexico, charged in connection to arsons during May riots

Two people from Rochester, Minnesota who fled to Mexico have been charged in connection to the arsons of St. Paul businesses during the riots after George Floyd's death, according to the District of Minnesota U.S. Attorney's Office.

Minnesota House rejects $35 million security account for Chauvin trial

On a 71-63 vote, the Minnesota House rejected the $35 million state-funded security account for the upcoming Derek Chauvin murder trial after bringing it up with no notice.

Minneapolis leaders detail security plans for Derek Chauvin trial

City leaders provided details Wednesday for how they are preparing for the upcoming murder trial for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged with murder in the death of George Floyd. 

Officials announce Operation Safety Net for Chauvin trial: 'We're not going to tolerate disorder'

The Minneapolis Police Department introduced a new initiative Wednesday called “Operation Safety Net” that will bring together local and state law enforcement agencies to respond to any potential civil unrest surrounding upcoming Derek Chauvin trial. 

Attorneys for 3 ex-officers in Floyd case call for charges to be dismissed

The defense teams for three of the fired Minneapolis police officers charged in connection to George Floyd's death are calling for all charges to be dismissed, alleging a recent leak to the media will impact the jury.

U of M student cultivates farming program at 38th and Chicago

As a plant sciences major at the University of Minnesota, Bryant Jones has a green thumb and is using it to plant the seeds of peace at one of the city’s most infamous intersections.

Riot-damaged business owners ask Minn. lawmakers for state aid

Several owners of businesses that were damaged or destroyed in the 2020 riots pleaded with state lawmakers for financial help Tuesday.