Crime, Law and Justice

4 things to know ahead of Feeding our Future fraud trial next month
Sharon Ross operated a nonprofit in St. Paul called House of Refuge Twin Cities. Prosecutors contend that Ross, 53, took more than $2.4 million from federal child nutrition programs starting in late 2021.
Marshall police fatally shoot man during domestic disturbance call
Marshall police fatally shot a man early Sunday morning after responding to a domestic disturbance where the man was observed actively stabbing a woman at the scene.
Jail populations are bouncing back to near pre-pandemic levels
During the COVID-19 pandemic, local jails and prisons released thousands of inmates early. Experts say the recent increase reflects a return to business as usual for the nation's carceral system.
Marvin Haynes on 19 years wrongfully convicted and what's next for him
Marvin Haynes walked out of a Stillwater prison on Monday a free man. A judge had vacated his conviction, for which he was serving a life sentence. He received the news on his birthday after fighting nearly 20 years to prove his innocence.
After Marvin Haynes release, Hennepin County lays out reforms to address wrongful convictions
People convicted of crimes in Hennepin County will soon have more recourse to get wrongful convictions or lengthy sentences overturned. Some of the changes could be seen in other jurisdictions, too.
Minnesotans remember Twin Cities artist and activist Tou Ger Xiong
Colombian authorities on Wednesday were investigating the alleged kidnapping and killing of Minnesotan Tou Ger Xiong. He’s being remembered as a multifaceted community activist, motivational speaker, storyteller, comedian and rap artist.
Minneapolis, Department of Human Rights name finalists to monitor police court settlement
The city of Minneapolis and the Minnesota Department of Human Rights have identified three finalists in the search for an independent evaluator who will monitor the city’s compliance with the court settlement reached earlier this year.