Derrick Thompson trial: Opening statements on Thursday

Opening statement are expected to get underway on Thursday as Derrick Thompson, the son of a former Minnesota lawmaker, faces trial in a crash that claimed the lives of five young women in June 2023.

On the right note: Preserving Minnesota's musical legacy

Minnesota is home to a vibrant music scene. Now there's a push to ensure every note created by Minnesota artists is preserved for posterity.

Minneapolis launches $3M pilot program aimed at violence prevention, community outreach

The city of Minneapolis launched a pilot program on Wednesday aimed at preventing violence, connecting residents with community services, and addressing quality of life concerns.

Minneapolis’ 3rd Police Precinct burned 5 years ago. This is what it looks like now.

The Minneapolis police precinct that was abandoned during the protests and riots that followed George Floyd’s murder in 2020 is currently being renovated and will soon be re-purposed into an election hub and community center.

Lagniappe, Du Nord Cocktail Room announce closures set for May 31

Opening in September 2024 on a stretch of Lake Street still rebuilding from the pandemic and 2020 protests, the owners behind Lagniappe and the Du Nord Cocktail Room have announced they will throw in the towel at the end of the month.

Derrick Thompson trial: Jury selection continues
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Jury selection continues for the criminal trial of Derrick Thompson, the man accused of killing five young women in Minneapolis during a high-speed crash in 2023. FOX 9?s Se Kwon has more on the story.

MPD lawsuit stemming from George Floyd protests to be reconsidered

The Supreme Court has ordered a lower court to reconsider whether a Minneapolis police officer who partially blinded a teenager during the 2020 protests over George Floyd's death could be sued for it.

Lake Street rebuild continues 5 years after George Floyd riots
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Five years after George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis, businesses along Lake Street damaged or destroyed by rioting are continuing their rebuilding efforts.

Lake Street businesses destroyed in George Floyd riots rebuild
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It's been five years since George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, and businesses along Lake Street damaged or destroyed in the rioting are still in the rebuilding process.

Minneapolis is among the best places for new college grads to rent

Just as college graduates embark on their professional lives, Realtor.com is out with its list of the most affordable cities for grades. Minneapolis ranked among the best.

Derrick Thompson set to face trial in deadly crash that killed 5 women in Minneapolis

The son of a former Minnesota state lawmaker is set to face trial in a deadly, high-speed wreck on Lake Street in Minneapolis that claimed the lives of five young women in June 2023.

Darnella Frazier 5 years after George Floyd’s murder: ‘We did not forget’

The woman who filmed the last moments of George Floyd's life has posted on social media, describing how they have "marched for justice" since then, and saying they will not forget him.

Missing Minneapolis man, 2 children planned to travel to Dallas or Atlanta

An alert has been issued for a Minneapolis man reported missing along with his two children who haven't been seen in more than a month. They planned to travel to Dallas or Atlanta and may be driving a blue and purple Dodge Challenger missing the front fender, with Texas license plate PMT5490.

George Floyd’s 5-year remembrance culminates in candlelight vigil

On the anniversary of George Floyd's death, the remembrance of his legacy and calls for police reform echoed throughout the streets of the city as people gathered to pay their respects.

George Floyd candlelight vigil: 5 years later [FULL]
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A vigil was held Sunday night at George Floyd Square, five years after Floyd was killed at the hands of Minneapolis police.

George Floyd remembered at candlelight vigil
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A vigil was held on Sunday to mark five years since George Floyd was murdered in Minneapolis.

George Floyd's uncle reflects 5 years after Floyd's murder

May 25, 2020 marks five years since the murder of George Floyd. He died after former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin put his knee on Floyd’s neck for more than 9 minutes. It sparked one of the biggest nationwide protests in modern history.

Man sentenced for deadly 2024 shooting at homeless encampment

Police said the victim was chased down and attacked by a group outside a homeless encampment and ultimately shot on the sidewalk by the gunman, Ahmed Ali Abdi.