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Sasha Cotton, director of the Minneapolis Office of Violence Prevention.

Minneapolis to boost community patrols during Chauvin trial

The city is partnering with seven organizations to help ease tensions amid the first trial in George Floyd's death.

Minneapolis police seek suspect in shooting that seriously injured 13-year-old

April 9
Minneapolis police on Friday continued their search for a suspect they say shot and seriously wounded a 13-year-old male the day before at a Jordan ne
No arrests had been made as of Friday morning.

More than 100 rally in downtown Minneapolis for police accountability

April 9
Members of Visual Black justice held signs together. ] Mark Vancleave – About a hundred protesters gathered for a late-evening demonstration against
Activists called for Derek Chauvin's conviction in George Floyd's death.
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BOBBY FITZGERALD • 1923-2005 The Minneapolis speedskater, shown racing in Norway in 1948, came back from a serious back injury to win an Olympic med

Speedskater Robert Fitzgerald penned unparalleled comeback story

An iron worker's son, Bobby Fitzgerald realized during his Depression-era childhood that competitive speedskating could provide him with a ticket to travel and three meals…
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1:11pm

Public's help sought in finding Minneapolis homicide suspect

Minneapolis police are asking for the public's help in finding a man suspected in the death of a woman on Wednesday.Nikkiyia Robinson, 38, died of…
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9:25am
Road closure signs blocked off West River Parkway in Minneapolis for walkers and bicyclists in June.

2 parkways in Minneapolis will be closed to cars through May 31

Starting Monday, vehicular traffic will be banned on sections of Lake Harriet and West River parkways.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Dr. Andrew Baker, the medical examiner who did the autopsy on George Floyd, testified Friday at the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek C

Chief medical examiner: Arrest 'just more than' Floyd could take

Dr. Andrew Baker stood by his initial findings after George Floyd's death in afternoon testimony at Derek Chauvin's trial, after three other medical experts.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Chaz Neal protested outside the Hennepin County Government Center in March during jury selection for Derek Chauvin’s trial in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis lawyers advise city-appointed task force on George Floyd to keep quiet for now

Some commissioners see the advice as a challenge to their independence.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Dr. Andrew Baker ruled that George Floyd’s cause of death was “cardiopulmonary arrest complicating law enforcement subdual, restraint, and neck co

What happened Friday in the Derek Chauvin trial

Two medical experts disagreed about whether George Floyd's physical condition or illicit drug use played a role in his death.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Dr. Andrew Baker ruled that George Floyd’s cause of death was “cardiopulmonary arrest complicating law enforcement subdual, restraint, and neck co

Day 22 of Derek Chauvin trial: Medical examiner who did autopsy did not include a lack of oxygen

Dr. Andrew Baker's findings are at odds with a prosecution expert who said Floyd died from a lack of oxygen.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Pastor Curtis Farrar of the Worldwide Outreach For Christ Ministries preached about George Floyd and social justice at George Floyd Square in Minneapo

Church at 38th and Chicago reaches out to gang members nearby

Worldwide Outreach for Christ has countered rising and ebbing gang influence at 38th and Chicago for nearly 40 years.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Dr. Martin Tobin, a Chicago physician who specialized in respiratory and critical care medicine for decades, told jurors that Floyd died due to lack o

Prosecutor, medical examiner talks underscore complexity of Chauvin case

Dr. Andrew Baker's expected testimony Friday about the cause of George Floyd's death could pose challenges for both the state and defense.
Chauvin Trial
April 9
Dr. Martin Tobin, who testified Thursday at Derek Chauvin’s trial, is a Chicago physician who has written textbooks and specialized in respiratory a

Medical expert: 'In a vise,' George Floyd did everything he could

Dr. Martin Tobin, a Chicago physician who has written textbooks and specialized in respiratory and critical care medicine for decades said Floyd "died from a low level of oxygen."
Chauvin Trial
April 9

Watch live: Derek Chauvin trial

The Star Tribune will livestream the entire Derek Chauvin trial.
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April 9
A.J. Awed ran for City Council during a special election last year, losing to Jamal Osman. He is also co-executive director of the Cedar-Riverside Com

A.J. Awed joins race for Minneapolis mayor

His entry brings the number of candidates to at least 6.
Chauvin Trial
April 8
Dr. Martin Tobin said he has reviewed much of the evidence and concluded that George “Floyd died from a low level of oxygen.”

Day 21 of Derek Chauvin trial: Chauvin kept knee on neck for 3½ minutes after George Floyd drew last breath, expert says

A medical expert testified in the Derek Chauvin murder trial that George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen late last spring as the now-fired Minneapolis police officer knelt on Floyd's neck. Testimony resumes Friday morning.
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April 8
The new Public Service Building in downtown Minneapolis comes with a steadily rising cost to the public that topped out at about $195 million.

Cost of Minneapolis' new Public Service Building rises $37 million

City officials say the new construction will allow them to consolidate city offices that were scattered across multiple buildings.
Local
April 8
Minneapolis police are looking for help finding a man suspected of randomly stabbing three people.

Police seek help in finding man wanted in three Minneapolis stabbings

One victim, a 78-year-old woman, died at a hospital.
Business
April 8
Nigel Melvin, right, a bar manager at O’Donovan’s Irish Pub, and Eddie Hoaglund, a beer rep with J.J. Taylor, hung a “Now Open” sign outside O

With Twins game, downtown businesses are ready for the most action in a year

Restaurants and bars are happy to see sports fans again.
Chauvin Trial
April 8
McKenzie Anderson, a forensic scientist with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension,  testified Wednesday at Derek Chauvin’s trial in Minneap

Chauvin trial evidence: Meth, fentanyl with Floyd DNA in pills

Three forensic scientists testified Wednesday for the prosecution about the process of gathering and testing evidence from George Floyd's vehicle and a squad car.
Chauvin Trial
April 8
As a freshman in the Minnesota Legislature, activist John Thompson said he doesn’t expect widespread popularity.

Activist turned Minnesota lawmaker 'unapologetic' about fighting racism in the shadow of Chauvin trial

Rep. John Thompson wants to use the legislative system to prevent another death in police custody.
Chauvin Trial
April 8
“I just want justice to be served,” said Roland Jackson, who looked up to check on the Derek Chauvin trial while getting some breakfast inside the

Mpls. defense attorneys offer legal takes, healing space during Chauvin trial

Lawyers with the Legal Rights Center are providing analysis and reactions throughout the livestreamed trial.
Local
April 8
Imam Sharif Mohamed consulted with Dr. Thomas Wyatt, who used a GPS compass app to find the location to place a qibla sticker in HCMC’s Emergency De

New prayer stickers in Hennepin Healthcare are a welcome message for Muslim patients

Hospital leaders and faith groups said the signs are about giving Muslims a space that's more inclusive and improves their health.