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
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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
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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+
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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.

HCAO Edgar Barrientos-Quintana press conference [RAW]
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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.

Minneapolis murder conviction vacated, Edgar Barrientos-Quintana set free

A man convicted of a 2008 Minneapolis murder is free after the state's conviction review unit issued a report with evidence that showed his innocence. 

New Hope murder suspect arrested in Polk County, WI

The Polk County Sheriff's office said deputies arrested a Hennepin County murder suspect in rural Balsam Lake, Wis. 

Minnesota family sues over failed vasectomy, unexpected child

An unsuccessful vasectomy and a major mistake have led to a unique lawsuit headed for trial in Hennepin County next week.

Would making Nicollet Mall pedestrian only bring more people downtown?

As part of a Downtown Action Plan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has proposed making Nicollet Mall a pedestrian-only mall. But would the change add new life to an area that has seen renovations in the past?

Hennepin Co. investing millions to treat juvenile offenders with nowhere to go

Hennepin County officials approved $15 million on Tuesday to repurpose part of an existing facility for professionals struggling to find adequate treatment for children who have engaged in violent behavior.

Hennepin County DNA lab to resume work following sample contamination

More than a month since the Hennepin County Crime Lab halted DNA testing, they believe they’re getting close to resuming, likely in the next two to three weeks.

Contamination concerns at Hennepin Co. crime lab
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After 70 cases had to be paused due to concerns that some DNA samples had been compromised. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest.

University of Minnesota protesters released from jail; one facing charges

Protesters arrested on Monday after vandalizing Morrill Hall at the University of Minnesota as part of a rally in support of Palestine have now been released from jail, but only one is facing charges as of Wednesday afternoon.

Hennepin County's juvenile crime crisis
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A review of state data and recent court cases highlights the challenge of addressing juvenile crime. FOX 9 interviewed attorneys, police and parents of young offenders.

Hennepin County's juvenile crime crisis
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A review of state data and recent court cases highlights the challenge of addressing juvenile crime. FOX 9 interviewed attorneys, police and parents of young offenders.

Minnesota struggles to treat young, violent offenders who have nowhere to go

A review of state data and recent court cases highlights the challenge of addressing juvenile crime. FOX 9 interviewed attorneys, police and parents of young offenders.