Crime, Law and Justice

Supreme Court hears challenges to Minneapolis wage, sick time laws
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Tuesday heard challenges to Minneapolis wage and sick time ordinances — cases that could determine how much latitude cities have to preempt state laws.
Ex-Rep. Chris Collins pleads guilty in insider trading case
After his plea Tuesday, former Rep. Chris Collins expressed regret and said he had failed his constituents. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 17. He faces more than four years in prison.
Ex-Dallas officer who killed neighbor in upstairs apartment found guilty
Amber Guyger, who is white, had testified that she entered Botham Jean's unit after a long day at work, thinking it was her own home and mistaking the 26-year-old black accountant for an intruder.
The victims include two critically injured teens. Police say the car hit a building and a light pole, and the suspect continued to flee even after the car caught fire.
Parole denied for man convicted of killing Minneapolis police officer
Minnesota Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell reviewed the cases of four convicted murderers. Isaac Brown was not granted parole during his review hearing, and the other three remain in prison.
What's next as House committees launch impeachment probes
House Democrats are planning a rapid start to their push for impeachment of President Trump, with hearings and depositions starting this week. Here’s a look at the next steps.
Giuliani says he'd only help impeachment probe with Trump OK
Under fire for peddling a debunked conspiracy theory, President Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani said Sunday he would cooperate with the House's impeachment inquiry only if Trump gave him permission.