First class graduates from Community Safety Specialist Program in Minneapolis
The murder of George Floyd placed Minneapolis at the forefront of a national conversation about policing, community safety and alternatives to traditional law enforcement. From there, the idea for the Community Safety Specialist Program was born.
Minneapolis council again delays vote on 3rd precinct
Once again, a Minneapolis City Council committee has failed to take action on the future of the city's third police precinct.
Saturday would have been George Floyd's 50th birthday
George Floyd was remembered on Saturday on what should have been his 50th birthday.
1,000+ plywood street art panels created after murder of George Floyd find new home
During the unrest following the murder of George Floyd, business owners boarded up windows and doors to deter rioters, and artists saw the plywood planks as blank canvases to express the range of emotions they were experiencing.
University of Minnesota study suggests tear gas exposure has impact on reproductive health
In the wake of nationwide protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, anecdotal reports of irregular menstrual cycles emerged among protestors who were exposed to tear gas used by law enforcement.
City of Minneapolis approves another $1M in worker's comp for police officers
A Minneapolis City Council Committee has approved another million-plus dollars in workers' compensation for former Minneapolis Police Officers claiming post-traumatic stress and other injuries as they leave the force.
Tou Thao sentenced to over 4 years for his role in George Floyd's killing
The fourth and final former Minneapolis police officer charged for his role in George Floyd's murder was sentenced in court on Monday.
Former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao to be sentenced Monday in George Floyd's killing
The fourth and final former Minneapolis police officer charged for his role in George Floyd's murder is set to learn his fate on Monday.
NASCAR suspends driver Noah Gragson for liking meme mocking George Floyd
"I messed up plain and simple," driver Noah Gragson said after his suspension was announced.
Officer involved in Floyd murder has appeal for new trial denied
A Minneapolis Police Officer convicted as part of the murder of George Floyd has had an appeal for a new trial denied.
Minneapolis considers new option for future of 3rd Precinct
A new report shows most citizens support rebuilding the Minneapolis police's 3rd Precinct at its original location, which was burned down during the 2020 riots, while the city is also now considering a new option.
Minnesota National Guard member fired live rounds during 2020 unrest: Video
The Minnesota BCA released video of a Minnesota National Guard member firing a live round incident during the unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
DOJ report on MPD offers varying reactions at George Floyd square
The minds of many are on a new report by the Department Of Justice (DOJ) that says the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) created the culture that allowed his murder by former officer Derek Chauvin.
George Floyd Square's caretaker looks back on his murder three years later
"We're going to get there together. It's a slow journey. It's a marathon, but we're going to get to the other side of justice together," said Jeanelle Austin, the executive director of the George Floyd Global Memorial.
Remembering George Floyd: Events to commemorate man killed by Minneapolis police
It's been three years since George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officers, and there are several events planned to commemorate his death.
Man who witnessed George Floyd murder by police suing Minneapolis over officers’ actions
One of the most vocal bystanders as a Minneapolis police officer murdered George Floyd three years ago is now suing the city.
Chauvin appeals conviction in George Floyd’s murder to the Minnesota Supreme Court
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin appealed his murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd to the Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday, saying the district judge’s decision not to move the proceedings out of the city deprived him of a fair trial.
Ex-MPD officer Stetson plea agreement accepted for Jaleel Stallings beating
A former Minneapolis officer has accepted a plea deal for his role in the beating of a man who previously fired shots near officers during the unrest following the death of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin's appeal for new trial denied: 'Chauvin crossed the line,' court says
Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin will not get a new trial for murdering George Floyd, the Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled.
Former first responders worry bill to reform disability benefits could jeopardize livelihoods
A new proposal before the Minnesota Legislature would, in part, require a first responder claiming PTSD to undergo at least 24 weeks of treatment before seeking disability benefits.