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Beyonce to perform in Minneapolis in first tour in nearly seven years

The Minneapolis show is the 20th stop of the 41-show tour of her "Renaissance World Tour," bringing a live taste of her latest album to 40 cities in North America and Europe.

FILE PHOTO: Sentence is pronounced on former police officer Derek Chauvin for murdering George Floyd, in Minneapolis

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Minneapolis to pay $50,000 each to 12 injured by police during Floyd protests

The 12 plaintiffs suffered injuries including bruising from less-lethal munitions, lingering respiratory issues from tear gas and psychological trauma, the ACLU said.

December 01, 2022 09:52 AM

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Sentencing date set for remaining ex-Minneapolis cops who violated George Floyd's civil rights

J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao will be sentenced in federal court next week

July 22, 2022 05:38 PM

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Man shot, killed by Minneapolis police identified

2 officers fired rifles after hours-long standoff, officials said.

July 15, 2022 11:28 AM

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Derek Chauvin sentencing set for Thursday

The former officer faces 20 to 25 years for violating George Floyd's civil rights

July 06, 2022 02:28 PM

By Jon Collins / MPR News

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State trial for 2 fired Minneapolis police officers Thao, Kueng delayed until January

Jury selection in the case was set to begin June 14. Opening statements were slated for July 5.

June 06, 2022 06:09 PM

By Paul Walsh / Star Tribune

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2 years after it burned, no clear path forward for Minneapolis 3rd Precinct site

City officials declined to be interviewed about the future of the building at 3000 Minnehaha Ave. In a statement, the city said it’s being maintained and is monitored regularly, but that there was limited information to share as it examines options.

May 31, 2022 09:46 AM

By Grace Birnstengel / MPR News

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More than 350 possible witnesses named for upcoming trial in George Floyd murder

Former officers J. Alexander Kueng, Tou Thao and Thomas Lane are charged in Hennepin County District Court with aiding and abetting murder and manslaughter in Floyd’s killing.

May 16, 2022 06:57 PM

By Jon Collins / MPR News

Columns

Woster: Things change in half a century

I’m sure I’ll never attend a reporters and editors meeting again. In another 50 years, though, maybe I’ll go back and catch a game in a pub.

April 30, 2022 07:00 AM

By Terry Woster

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No charges for Minneapolis officers in shooting death of Amir Locke

A brief body camera excerpt released by the city after the shooting showed officers opening the door of the apartment where the 22-year-old Locke was staying. Officers did not knock before entering. Seconds later, Locke is seen stirring from underneath a blanket and holding a handgun just before he was shot.

April 06, 2022 10:26 AM

By Alex Derosier

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Report: Minneapolis failed to follow emergency protocols during protests, riots

Chad McGinty, a former law enforcement officer who worked on the review, described a breakdown of "critical" communication among government agencies during the unrest that left first responders with "limited" guidance as they fielded calls during the chaos and resulted in an inconsistent police show of force.

March 08, 2022 03:10 PM

By Liz Navratil, Andy Mannix / Star Tribune

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Jury deliberating federal civil rights case of 3 ex-Minneapolis officers in George Floyd’s death

The jury's closed-door discussions began shortly before 10 a.m. and ended at 5 p.m. Lunch was provided to them in the deliberation room so they were able to work without a break. The 12-person, all-white panel was expected to return for more discussions at 9 a.m. Thursday.

February 23, 2022 05:54 PM

By Rochelle Olson, Andy Mannix / Star Tribune

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Jury to get case Wednesday in ex-cops' federal trial in George Floyd killing

Attorneys for prosecution, defense deliver closing arguments

February 22, 2022 06:27 PM

By Rochelle Olson and Andy Mannix / Star Tribune