Judge says 'coaching' by Minneapolis police not discipline, records not public
A judge ruled this week that the Minneapolis Police Department’s controversial practice of “coaching" some officers accused of misconduct is not discipline. The ruling means the city does not have to release records detailing alleged misconduct by officers in those cases.
Hennepin Co. Jail reduces population at a cost
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has moved hundreds of inmates to other jails in order to meet the demands of the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC). This temporary solution will ultimately cost taxpayers millions of dollars.
Teens isolated too long in Hennepin County Juvenile Detention
An annual Department of Corrections inspection found children locked up in their rooms and isolated for too long, violating their rights.
Hennepin Co. Jail reduces inmate population with costly temporary solution
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has moved hundreds of inmates to other jails in order to meet the demands of the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC). This temporary solution will ultimately cost taxpayers millions of dollars.
Minnesota spends millions sending troubled youth out-of-state for treatment
A review of state and county data as well as spending records highlights the challenge of addressing youth mental health issues in Minnesota, particularly among children coming through the juvenile justice system.
Nowhere to go: Sending kids out of state costs
Minnesota spends millions on sending troubled youth out-of-state for care. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the story.
Hennepin Co. expands Red Flag Law community awareness: 'We want to help save lives'
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office discussed the use of Extreme Risk Protection Orders, also known as the Red Flag law, and a program to help assist others in learning more.
Teen killed in fiery Minnetonka crash
The Minnesota State Patrol says a 17-year-old is dead after a single-vehicle crash on Highway 7 in Minnetonka. Further details about the victim or what lead to the crash have not yet been released.
2024 Election: What is Minnesota's post-election review process?
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon on Monday highlighted the mandatory post-election review process following the 2024 election.
Property tax increases give Minnesota homeowners sticker shock
Homeowners across Minnesota started getting their property tax assessments this week, but some are also getting sticker shock when they open their mailbox.
Man found guilty of robbing, sexually assaulting sex worker in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis man has been found guilty after he robbed and sexually assaulted a sex worker in February.
Hennepin County sees lower voter turnout in 2024 election
Hennepin County saw 35,501 fewer registered voters cast ballots in the 2024 election compared to 2020.
Hennepin Co. Jail short staffing causing issues
The Hennepin County Jail was given an extension to reduce its number of inmates. Officials say that short staffing had led to the need to reduce the population, but money isn't an issue. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
MN Dept. of Corrections grants extension for Hennepin Co. Jail to reduce inmate population
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) was ordered to reduce its jail inmate population by noon on Thursday, Nov. 14, after it was served a conditional license order (CLO) from the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC).
Hennepin Co. Jail faces deadline to reduce inmates
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office was ordered to reduce its jail inmate population to 600 by noon on Thursday, Nov. 14. Sheriff Dawanna Witt says the order, which came from the Minnesota Department of Corrections, is simply not possible. FOX 9's Bill Keller has the full report.
Hennepin Co. must reduce jail population by 200+
The Hennepin County Adult Detention Center has been ordered to reduce its inmate population by more than 200 people by Thursday. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains what that means, and where current inmates might end up.
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HCAO Edgar Barrientos-Quintana press conference [RAW]
Edgar Barrientos-Quintana and others join Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty during a press conference to talk about his recently vacated murder conviction for the 2008 death of Minneapolis high school student Jesse Mickelson.
Edgar Barrientos-Quintana’s vacated murder conviction: HCAO speaks
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and Edgar Barrientos-Quintana spoke on Tuesday about the recent order to dismiss his charges and overturn the conviction for the 2008 murder of a Minneapolis high school student, which the 41-year-old was serving a life sentence for.
Hennepin County settles lawsuit for wrongful death of inmate by paying $3.4 million
Hennepin County has paid $3.4 million to settle a lawsuit for the wrongful death of Lucas Bellamy who was left to die while in custody at Hennepin County Jail.
Hennepin County jail must reduce population by 200+ this week
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is ordering the Hennepin County jail to reduce its inmate population in order to meet the minimum safety standards set by the state.