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MN public defenders reach tentative deal to avert strike

MN public defenders reach tentative deal to avert strike

Minnesota public defenders said they have reached a deal with the Minnesota Board of Public Defense, averting a walkout that could have brought the state's court system to a standstill.
by MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis city attorney subpoenas reporters in police brutality suit

Minneapolis city attorney subpoenas reporters in police brutality suit

The Minneapolis City Attorney's office has served subpoenas on three Twin Cities journalists who covered the protests and riots that followed the murder of George Floyd.
by Matt Sepic

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AP-NORC poll: Many Black Americans doubtful on police reform

AP-NORC poll: Many Black Americans doubtful on police reform

Few Americans believe there has been significant progress over the last 50 years in achieving equal treatment for Black people in dealings with police and the criminal justice system.
by The Associated Press

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Appeals court overturns Minneapolis minimum policing ruling

Appeals court overturns Minneapolis minimum policing ruling

A three-judge panel says while the charter requires the City Council to "continuously fund" a police force of a minimum size, there is "no clear duty under the charter for the mayor to continuously employ" that minimum number.
by Matt Sepic

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Frey announces new search warrant policy in Minneapolis

Frey announces new search warrant policy in Minneapolis

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey rolled out his proposal for a new policy for serving search warrants in the city, which includes a 20-second entry pause for daytime warrants and 30-second waits for nighttime searches, as well as use of additional ballistic protection.
by Tim Nelson

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