Courts

Supreme Court takes up DACA appeal
The Obama-era program will get a one-hour hearing before the high court next term. The court said it would consolidate three appeals into one argument.
Minnesota to drivers: Put down your phone
The state Public Safety Department plans to launch a campaign to educate drivers that the "hands-free" cellphone law takes effect on Aug. 1.
Supreme Court won't block districts drawn for partisan gain
In two politically charged rulings, the Supreme Court dealt a huge blow Thursday to efforts to combat the drawing of electoral districts for partisan gain but put a hold on the Trump administration's effort to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census.
New Ulm diocese reaches $34M settlement with abuse victims
The Diocese of New Ulm has reached a $34 million settlement in its bankruptcy case with 93 people who say they were sexually abused by priests and others.
Hemp farmer charged with selling drugs
A Minnesota hemp farmer is facing charges after authorities claimed his products had more than the legal limit of the compound that makes users high.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to regulation of gun silencers
The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to federal regulation of gun silencers Monday, just days after a gunman used one in a shooting rampage that killed 12 people in Virginia.
Prosecutors detail strategy, challenges of Noor case
Hennepin County prosecutors outlined why they believe the charges are appropriate, and the challenges in prosecuting police officers.