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Officials: Man in Meeker County shootout took his own life

The medical examiner says 34-year-old Stephen Christ Poissant, of Brainerd, died of a single self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head during an encounter in Eden Valley early Saturday. ​
by The Associated Press

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MN Senate approves $1 million for ad campaign to recruit cops

MN Senate approves $1 million for ad campaign to recruit cops

The Minnesota Senate passed legislation that would spend $1 million on an effort to address the state’s shortage of law enforcement officers.
by Tim Pugmire

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George Floyd killing: Prosecution rests in federal trial of 3 ex-officers

George Floyd killing: Prosecution rests in federal trial of 3 ex-officers

Darnella Frazier, who was a teenager when she recorded Floyd's death while he was in the custody of Minneapolis police officers in 2020, was the last witness for the government in the federal trial.
by Jon Collins

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Deshaun Hill celebrated by North High community

Deshaun Hill celebrated by North High community

Known as a star athlete and a stellar student, Deshaun Hill’s presence loomed large on campus. His death following a shooting last week has left many confused.
by MPR News Staff

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Dozens flood Mpls. City Hall with ethics complaints against Mayor Frey

Dozens of people filled the rotunda of the City Hall Friday to file ethics complaints and express their disapproval of the mayor. Many also called for Frey to resign.
by Nina Moini

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Teen bystander: Knew instantly Floyd was 'in distress'

Teen bystander: Knew instantly Floyd was 'in distress'

Testimony continued Friday in the federal trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights. Bystander Alyssa Funari testified Friday morning that she was going to the corner store when she saw Floyd on the ground with three officers on top of him.
by Jon Collins

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Family of Amir Locke calls for ban on no-knock warrants

A partial ban on no-knock warrants is not enough to prevent police from killing innocent people, Amir Locke’s parents said Thursday. But leaders in the Minnesota Legislature say there need to be some cases where such warrants are allowed.
by Brian Bakst

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