Crime, Law and Justice

Two plead guilty to fraud in Feeding Our Future case
Two Twin Cities metro women pleaded guilty Friday to collecting fraudulent payments from federal child nutrition funds. They’re the latest of dozens of people convicted in the $250 million fraud case.
Minnesota moves to end housing stabilization program after reports of possible fraud
The Department of Human Services said it didn’t have adequate guardrails on the program to prevent bad actors from improperly obtaining the funds. It said it would work with the Legislature to redevelop the program.
St. Paul police say Suni Lee statue was stolen
The St. Paul Police Department said the bronze statue, along with the rock with her nameplate, were taken from Phalen Regional Park.
Some city services still unavailable after St. Paul cyberattack
Emergency services — including 911 — are still fully operational, but the St. Paul Police Department said other services may be delayed.
3 fired DOJ workers add to chorus of layoffs in 'foundering' workforce
The Department of Justice has fired hundreds of employees this year, transforming a federal workforce that enjoys vast powers and responsibility over issues affecting the lives of everyday Americans.