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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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 Co. courier fired after ballots left unattended
A Hennepin County courier has been terminated after leaving the trunk of a vehicle open, leaving ballots unattended outside Edina City Hall.
A Hennepin County courier has been terminated after leaving the trunk of a vehicle open, leaving ballots unattended outside Edina City Hall.
Hennepin County courier terminated after ballots left unattended in open trunk
Election ballots were left unattended after a Hennepin County courier vehicle was left with its rear door open while the driver went inside Edina City Hall.
Election ballots were left unattended after a Hennepin County courier vehicle was left with its rear door open while the driver went inside Edina City Hall.
Maple Grove day care teacher charged with inappropriately touching child
A Minnetonka man was accused of inappropriately touching a 9-year-old girl while working as a teacher at Tutor Time day care in August.
A Minnetonka man was accused of inappropriately touching a 9-year-old girl while working as a teacher at Tutor Time day care in August.
Man serving life in prison could get reduced sentence under new petition
Hennepin County prosecutors are petitioning a court judge to reduce the sentence of a man serving life in prison, arguing that he has since been fully rehabilitated.
Hennepin County prosecutors are petitioning a court judge to reduce the sentence of a man serving life in prison, arguing that he has since been fully rehabilitated.
Hennepin Co. petitions judge to reduce sentence
The Hennepin County Attorney?s Office has petitioned a judge to adjust the sentence of Jerome Nunn, who was previously sentenced to life in prison for attempted murder. It?s the first use of the Prosecutor-Initiated Sentencing Adjustment (PISA) petition under a new law that passed the Minnesota Legislature in 2023.
The Hennepin County Attorney?s Office has petitioned a judge to adjust the sentence of Jerome Nunn, who was previously sentenced to life in prison for attempted murder. It?s the first use of the Prosecutor-Initiated Sentencing Adjustment (PISA) petition under a new law that passed the Minnesota Legislature in 2023.
Hennepin County crime lab halts testing after DNA contamination detected
A reported contamination at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office crime lab may have affected at least 75 DNA samples.
A reported contamination at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office crime lab may have affected at least 75 DNA samples.