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Crime, Law and Justice

With civil rights charges, U.S. Department of Justice signals priorities

With civil rights charges, U.S. Department of Justice signals priorities

Attorney General Merrick Garland is making good on his confirmation promise to refocus the department around civil rights after four years of tumult during the Trump administration, when such investigations waned.
by The Associated Press

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U.S. pipeline company temporarily halts operations after cyberattack

U.S. pipeline company temporarily halts operations after cyberattack

The operator of a major pipeline system that transports fuel across the East Coast said Saturday it had been victimized by a ransomware attack and had halted all pipeline operations to deal with the threat.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota marijuana bill heads to House floor vote next week

Minnesota marijuana bill heads to House floor vote next week

Legislation that would legalize cannabis use for adults and expunge most minor marijuana convictions is expected to head to a full floor vote in the Minnesota House next week after a dozen hearings.
by The Associated Press

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Suspect in St. Cloud bank standoff charged with kidnapping, robbery

Suspect in St. Cloud bank standoff charged with kidnapping, robbery

A 35-year-old man faces seven felony charges in connection with a nearly nine-hour standoff Thursday at a Wells Fargo bank in St. Cloud, during which five bank employees were held against their will.
by Kirsti Marohn

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'The worst I've seen': Capitol Police face scrutiny for lack of transparency

'The worst I've seen': Capitol Police face scrutiny for lack of transparency

Critics say the Capitol Police's history of secrecy contributed to the failure to prevent the Capitol riot. Unlike many departments, the agency is exempt from releasing records like bodycam footage.
by Tom Dreisbach

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In Focus: George Floyd's legacy and impact

A year and a day after George Floyd’s murder, host Angela Davis led a conversation with community leaders, memory keepers and activists working to maintain his legacy in our communities and beyond.
by Angela Davis, Rachel Yang and MPR News Staff

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How using videos at Chauvin trial and others impacts criminal justice

How using videos at Chauvin trial and others impacts criminal justice

The video of George Floyd's death was critical evidence in the murder trial of convicted ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. That video and others are changing trials and police training.
by Cheryl Corley

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