Ex-Minneapolis cop charged in George Floyd's murder seeks further trial delay

The State of Minnesota is demanding a speedy trial for two former Minneapolis police officers charged in connection with George Floyd's murder, while one officer is asking for the trial to be delayed further. 

George Floyd Square marks Juneteenth in Minneapolis

On Sunday, performers and vendors flocked to George Floyd Square to celebrate the federal holiday known as Juneteenth.

George Floyd Square marks Juneteenth in Minneapolis
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On Sunday, performers and vendors flocked to George Floyd Square to celebrate the federal holiday known as Juneteenth. Juneteenth, which falls on June 19, marks the emancipation of the last Africans who were enslaved in the United States. It has long been associated with celebrations in the Black community.

Twin Cities events celebrating Juneteenth

All over the Twin Cities this weekend, events are going on in celebration of Juneteenth, the federal holiday on June 19 that commemorates the emancipation of the last enslaved Africans in America.

Twin Cities events celebrating Juneteenth
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All over the Twin Cities this weekend, events are going on in celebration of Juneteenth, the federal holiday on June 19 that commemorates the emancipation of the last enslaved Africans in America.

Stone Arch festival organizers, DNR preach safety during weekend heat

Thousands of people will be flocking to the Stone Arch art festival in Minneapolis this weekend, and organizers say they're taken steps to help visitors beat the heat.

Stone Arch festival organizers, DNR preach safety during weekend heat
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Thousands of people will be flocking to the Stone Arch art festival in Minneapolis this weekend, and organizers say they're taken steps to help visitors beat the heat.

Minneapolis Mayor Frey vetoes Hennepin Ave redesign, 24-hour bus lanes

“I cannot support keeping bus-only lanes 24 hours a day when buses do not run 24 hours a day. This would ignore the countless small businesses, many of them BIPOC-owned,” Frey said in a letter to council members.

Juneteenth events in Minnesota: list

Minnesotans will mark Juneteenth this weekend. Here's a list of events.

Voices for Change Juneteenth Special: Highlighting the achievements of Black Minnesotans
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FOX 9's Voices for Change Juneteenth Special highlights the many achievements Black Minnesotans have made locally and across the country. Juneteenth, a federal holiday, has roots that go back more than 150 years, marking the end of slavery in the United States. It's observed every June 19 with celebrations and festivals across Minnesota and the nation.

Minnesota pro-life organization vandalized, perpetrator takes credit online

A south Minneapolis pro-life organization had its building vandalized Wednesday night, and the alleged perpetrators are apparently taking credit for the act online.

Twin Cities Juneteenth Festival is more than just a celebration
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This weekend kicks off several events commemorating the end of slavery in our country. Juneteenth is a celebration of Black history and freedom and a new event focuses on bringing more Black economic development to north Minneapolis.

Man charged in bar fight that ended in deadly shooting in Uptown

A man is now facing a murder charge for a bar fight that ended in a deadly shooting outside a parking ramp in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis 2040 Plan halted by judge's order

A controversial plan intended to guide the city of Minneapolis’ growth throughout the next decade has been halted - for now - by a judge’s order.

Minneapolis Board of Education approves budget despite concerns over cuts

Minneapolis Board of Education members approved its 2022-23 budget on Tuesday, as members heard concerns from teachers, students, and parents about the impact of budget cuts on school programs.

Woman killed after RV shot up in Minneapolis

A woman inside an RV parked in Minneapolis died after her camper was shot up Tuesday morning.

Woman killed after RV shot up in Minneapolis
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A woman inside an RV parked in Minneapolis died after her camper was shot up Tuesday morning.

Police release information in deadly RV shooting in Minneapolis
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A woman inside an RV parked in Minneapolis died after her camper was shot up Tuesday morning. Police responded shortly before 10 a.m. for reports of the shooting on Girard Avenue North near Plymouth Avenue in Minneapolis' Near North neighborhood.

Minneapolis Police Department to limit overtime, amid staffing shortage

The City of Minneapolis is putting new limits on the number of overtime hours that Minneapolis police officers can work while also updating its discipline matrix.