2 released from prison after felony law change
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Two women, Megan Cater and Briana Martinson, were released from Minnesota prison this week after having their sentences reduced under new legislation redefining the crime of aiding and abetting felony murder.

MN Supreme Court to review road rage murder appeal
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The Minnesota Supreme Court is going to hear an appeal from Jamal Smith, who has been convicted of first-degree murder after a road rage drive-by shooting in 2021.

City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival
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Theodore Wirth Park has just enough snow for the biggest fundraiser of the year. FOX 9's Leah Beno sits down with the Executive Director of the Loppet Foundation to talk about the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival.

MPCA reveals Twin Cities waste management plan
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Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) announced on Tuesday its 20-year plan to reduce the amount of trash going into Twin Citie landfills. More than 3 million tons of trash are generated in the metro area every year, and officials say at the current rate, our local landfills will quickly run out of space.

Hennepin County jail lawsuit filed following 2022 inmate death

A federal lawsuit has been filed against Hennepin County and workers at the Hennepin County jail after a man died while in custody in 2022.

Lawsuit filed in 2022 Hennepin County jail death
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The family of Lucas Bellamy, who died in Hennepin County Jail in 2022, has filed a federal lawsuit over his death.

Body found frozen in icy channel between Minneapolis lakes: Sheriff

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office said it's unknown how long the body has been in the ice, and the incident remains under investigation.

Man shot at Minneapolis police during home invasion: Federal, state charges

The man accused of shooting at police responding to a home invasion at a Minneapolis residence is now facing felony and federal charges. 

Man accused of impaling grocery store clerk with golf club declared incompetent

The man accused of killing a cashier during a brutal attack with a golf club at a Loring Park grocery store has been found incompetent to move forward with the criminal proceedings. 

New law could free man serving life sentence
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A new law passed by the Minnesota Legislature last session could free a man convicted of killing another in 1995 when he was 15-years-old. FOX 9?s Karen Scullin spoke with the now 43-year-old who could be facing parole.

Accomplice in Mpls shooting sentenced
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After pleading guilty to the deadly shooting of a 15-year-old while in a stolen Kia, Shawn Kellin Goodloe was sentenced for his actions on Monday. FOX 9?s Paul Blume is live with the details.

MPD make arrest in shooting of young girl
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The Minneapolis Police Department made an arrest after an 11-year-old girl was shot in her home on New Year's Day.

Hennepin County Attorney taking steps to ensure fairer trials

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office is taking new steps to enhance fairness in the courtroom and boost confidence in the criminal justice system.

HCAO on new steps for fair judicial process
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Hennepin County Attorney's Office, including Attorney Mary Moriarty, is holding a press conference to "announce new steps to ensure greater fairness in the judicial process and support conviction integrity," a press release says. Joining Moriarty will be Chief Mark Bruley of the Brooklyn Park Police Department and Clare Diegel, director of the Hennepin County Attorney's Office of Professional Responsibility.

Ice rescues alarm first responders
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Several ice rescues throughout Minnesota this winter have tasked responders with saving people on thin ice ? despite officials giving numerous warnings about dangerous conditions.

Plymouth shoe sale gunman sentenced for fatally shooting teen

A Hennepin County judge sentenced Augustus Sirleaf in the fatal shooting of a teenager during a robbery set-up over an expensive pair of shoes. 

London Bean's family upset with guilty plea in 12 year old's murder

The father of a man convicted of fatally shooting a 12-year-old boy in Minneapolis has pleaded guilty to his role in the crime.