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Minneapolis will consider settling another Chauvin excessive force lawsuit
The city of Minneapolis has apparently reached a settlement with a woman who claims then-police officer Derek Chauvin used excessive force against her in 2020. Months later, Chauvin murdered George Floyd by pinning him to the ground in a similar manner, according to a lawsuit.
Frey formally launches bid for third term as Minneapolis mayor
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said Wednesday he’ll seek a third — and final — term as mayor to continue his administration’s work overhauling the police department and building more affordable housing.
Photos: U.S. Pond Hockey tournament at Lake Nokomis
The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships wraps up this weekend at Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis. Lots of players love reconnecting with friends, taking time off work and skating fast.
Plans for pedestrian mall at George Floyd Square put on hold
A Minneapolis City Council committee on Thursday tabled plans to build a pedestrian plaza at George Floyd Square, after a survey found a majority of property owners don’t like the idea.
Cold hands, warm hearts: Great Northern heats up Minnesota winters
Beat the winter freeze with the annual Great Northern Festival with art — including a black light yarn sculpture by Minnesota artist HOTTEA — music, sauna and climate events Jan. 23 to Feb. 2.
Officers won't face charges in fatal police shooting in Minneapolis
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that it will not file charges against three Minneapolis police officers who fatally shot a man last June.
Two dead in two shootings in south Minneapolis
Two people died in two shootings — minutes apart — in south Minneapolis on Monday night. Investigators are working to determine whether the two shootings are related.