200 evicted from Minneapolis hotel that became sanctuary during riots

A former Sheraton hotel turned into a temporary shelter to give the homeless affected by the recent unrest a safe place to stay, but now the owner of the building is asking the people staying there to vacate the premises.

Ex-Minneapolis police officer Chauvin was in talks to plead guilty before arrest

Just four days after the death of George Floyd, and the day before former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin was arrested, federal and state prosecutors were negotiating a possible plea deal with Chauvin, the FOX 9 Investigators have learned. 

Frustrations mount from public during Minneapolis Police Conduct Oversight Commission meeting

The Minneapolis Police Conduct Oversight Commission met for the first time Tuesday night since George Floyd's death.     The call that took place was a special meeting of the Police Conduct Oversight Commission, which is a volunteer group nominated by city council members and the mayor.

Charges: 30-year-old man struck, dragged woman with car after argument

A 30-year-old Robbinsdale man is facing a second-degree murder charge after he allegedly struck and dragged a woman with his vehicle and abandoned her body in the backseat of the car.

MPD to adopt 6 immediate changes after court order

A Hennepin County judge ruled the city of Minneapolis must institute six immediate measures to comply with an order filed by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights Monday.

What does dismantling the Minneapolis Police Department mean?

A majority of the Minneapolis City Council pledged its support to dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department, which has been a call from protesters in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.

ATF releases photos, videos of persons of interest in Minneapolis riots

Law enforcement has released images and videos of persons of interest in several Minneapolis fires during riots in the city after the death of George Floyd.

Walk-up, drive-up COVID-19 testing for George Floyd protesters: Times and locations

The Minnesota Department of Health says anyone who participated in a protest, vigil or other neighborhood event over the last few weeks should get tested for COVID-19, whether they are showing symptoms or not. 

Business, law enforcement leaders express concern over defunding Minneapolis Police Department

The calls by Minneapolis councilmembers to defund the police department are generating plenty of discussions about public safety. From business owners to those in law enforcement, the unknown is creating some concern. For many, it’s scary to envision what Minneapolis without police would look like.

North Minneapolis salon destroyed in fire after nearly 40 years of business

Flora Westbrooks, the owner of Flora’s Hair Design, has called the 900 block of West Broadway on the north side of Minneapolis home for nearly 40 years. On May 29 her building was intentionally set on fire during unrest in the city. 

'That was optics': Minneapolis community members voice opposition to disbanding MPD

The Minneapolis City Council's vow to defund the police department has its mix of support and backlash, and the majority vote doesn't necessarily mean it will happen.

Bail set at $1.25M with no conditions for ex-Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin made his first court appearance Monday in the death of George Floyd, where a judge set his bail at $1.25 million with no conditions. Chauvin, a veteran police officer, was seen putting his knee on the back of Floyd’s neck’s as he repeatedly said he could not breathe. 

Minneapolis Mayor sets sights on police union in search of culture shift

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey reaffirmed his opposition to abolishing the city’s police department Monday, saying his idea of reform has more to do with changing the department’s relationship with the police union.