Crime, Law and Justice

Mpls. mayor vows to fire cop for racist 4th Precinct decorations
An image of a Christmas tree at precinct headquarters covered with a pack of cigarettes, beer cans, police tape and a cup from Popeyes fast food chain is triggering anger inside City Hall. It's being described as a prank gone wrong.
Morris Dodd Jr., 54, is charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of Jay Nelson. The retired Lake Park chief was found in his vehicle in Becker County on Nov. 10. Officials say Dodd admitted hunting in the area.
Supreme Court appears ready to make it harder for states to confiscate property
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday about one of the few remaining provisions in the Bill of Rights not yet applied to the states: the ban on excessive fines.