Crime, Law and Justice

One person is dead and another injured after a shooting Saturday on St. Paul's east side.
ACLU sues to release Moose Lake inmates due to COVID-19
According to the Corrections Department’s database, 12 inmates in Moose Lake are confirmed positive for the coronavirus and another 31 inmates are presumed positive.
Walz names Segal chief judge of MN appeals court
Segal will serve the rest of retiring Chief Judge Edward Cleary's term, which expires on Oct. 31, 2022. Segal becomes the second woman to serve as chief judge in the appeals court's 36-year history.
Kansas Supreme Court upholds governor's order limiting size of religious services
The Kansas Supreme Court ruled Saturday that a Republican-dominated legislative panel exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn the Democratic governor’s executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic.
MN corrections commissioner: Early inmate releases possible for COVID-19
Minnesota Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell says he is not downplaying the COVID-19 risks for inmates and staff, and is looking for ways to create safer spaces. Schnell says he is considering the release of some prisoners up to six months early to allow more space between inmates.