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An argument for judicial impartiality

An argument for judicial impartiality

Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor recently discussed the importance of preserving impartial courts and fair judicial elections at the University of Minnesota's Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs.

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State Supreme Court to hear UnitedHealth case

State Supreme Court to hear UnitedHealth case

The Minnesota Supreme Court wiil hold a hearing Wednesday on whether a federal judge in Minneapolis has the authority to reject a settlement reached in a lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group.
by Annie Baxter

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Court ruling renews calls for tougher voter ID laws

Court ruling renews calls for tougher voter ID laws

A U.S. Supreme Court ruling Monday has renewed calls for toughening voter ID requirements in Minnesota.
by Elizabeth Stawicki

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High drunk driving rate tied to culture and enforcement

High drunk driving rate tied to culture and enforcement

Minnesota's drunk driving rate is the third highest in the nation, according to a recent government report. Midmorning explores the Midwest drinking culture and the role of DWI enforcement.

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Appeal filed in Rodriguez death penalty case

Appeal filed in Rodriguez death penalty case

Attorneys for Alfonso Rodriguez Junior have filed their appeal of his death penalty conviction. Rodriguez was sentenced to death for the 2003 abduction and murder of University of North Dakota student Dru Sjodin.
by Dan Gunderson

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Police error leads to DWI dismissals

Police error leads to DWI dismissals

Clay County has thrown out 10 drunk driving cases because police made a mistake that could have led to inaccurate blood alcohol tests.
by Elizabeth Stawicki

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South Dakota moving to allow cameras in courts

South Dakota moving to allow cameras in courts

The South Dakota Supreme Court is taking steps to allow cameras and audio recording of circuit court proceedings. Minnesota has allowed cameras in courtrooms for more than 15 years, if all parties agree.
by Cara Hetland

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Courting disaster: Courts feel budget pinch

Courting disaster: Courts feel budget pinch

People who work in Minnesota's judicial system say they can't absorb any more budget cuts.
by Elizabeth Stawicki

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