Minneapolis cop who killed 911 caller resentenced Oct. 21
Mohamed Noor was initially convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2017 death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond. More
October 6, 2021
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Police Brutality
This category examines those that are marginalized and disproportionately impacted by police brutality, such as police shootings, wrongful arrests and physical abuse of civilians.
City where Daunte Wright was killed enacts policing changes
The Minneapolis suburb where Black motorist Daunte Wright was killed by an officer in April has enacted its first step in a plan to change... More
September 29, 2021
Chauvin to appeal conviction, sentence in Floyd’s death
The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in George Floyd’s death intends to appeal his conviction and sentence. More
September 24, 2021
Chauvin pleads not guilty to violating teen’s civil rights
Derek Chauvin was convicted earlier this year on state charges of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in George Floyd's death. More
September 16, 2021
Ex-Cop Mohamed Noor’s Conviction Overturned
Minnesota high court vacates former Minneapolis police officer's third-degree murder conviction for fatally shooting Justine Ruszczyk while responding to her 911 call, orders him to... More
September 15, 2021
Ex-cop’s murder verdict reversed in Australian woman’s death
Mohamed Noor was convicted of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond. More
September 15, 2021
Officers, paramedics charged in Elijah McClain’s 2019 death
The 23-year-old’s death gained widespread attention during last year’s protests against racial injustice and police brutality following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. More
September 1, 2021
‘Pain compliance’: Video shows trooper pummeling Black man
“I’m not resisting! I'm not resisting!” Aaron Larry Bowman can be heard screaming between blows on the footage obtained by The Associated Press. More
August 25, 2021
One Year Since Shooting of Jacob Blake
Protests, fires and the shooting deaths of two protesters ensued in the days that after Jacob Blake was shot by police. More
August 23, 2021
Minnesota prosecutors oppose releasing Chauvin juror names
Prosecutors asked a judge to reject a request by media to unseal the names of the jurors who convicted ex-Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin of... More
August 16, 2021
AG: Breonna Taylor grand jury ‘ultimately decided’ charges
KY Attorney General Daniel Cameron responded to criticism saying the decision was in the jury's hands, not his. More
August 5, 2021
Media attorney: It’s time to release names of Chauvin jurors
By AMY FORLITI Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A coalition of news media outlets has asked the judge who oversaw the trial of Derek Chauvin... More
August 4, 2021
Ex-cops charged in Floyd death want separation from Chauvin
Three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd's civil rights want their trials separated from Derek Chauvin's. More
August 3, 2021
7/26/21 On the Docket: Derek Chauvin Co-Defendants
Derek Chauvin's 3 co-defendants are set to go on trial March 8, 2022. Alexander King, Thomas Lane and Thu Thao are charged with aiding and... More
July 26, 2021
Confusion besets new police reform laws in Washington state
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington state is embarking on a massive experiment in police reform and accountability following the racial justice protests that erupted after George... More
July 26, 2021
Deputy charged with malfeasance in arrested man’s death
SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) — A Louisiana sheriff's deputy has been charged with malfeasance in connection with the death of a man he and other deputies... More
July 2, 2021
Ex-officer pleads guilty to manslaughter, family objects
Former officer Andrew Delke pleaded guilty to manslaughter over the death of Daniel Hambrick. More
July 2, 2021
Court OKs 3rd-degree murder against 3-ex cops in Floyd death
Prosecutors may file aiding and abetting third-degree murder charges against three former Minneapolis police officers in the death of George Floyd. More
July 1, 2021
The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial: Pt 11 – The Sentence | Court TV…
Two months after a Minneapolis jury found Derek Chauvin guilty on all counts, he returned to court to find out his sentence for the killing... More
July 1, 2021
Video footage to be admitted in Nashville officer’s trial
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Video footage of a white Nashville police office fatally shooting an armed Black man from behind during a chase will be... More
June 29, 2021
6/25/21 Death of George Floyd: Derek Chauvin Sentenced
The latest details on sentencing -- a look at evidence, victim impact statements and what lies ahead for the ex-Minneapolis police officer. More
June 25, 2021
EXPLAINER: Will Chauvin’s prison experience remain unusual?
By KATHLEEN FOODY Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been sentenced to more than 22 years in prison for More
June 25, 2021
Judge acknowledges Floyd family pain, sentences Chauvin
By AMY FORLITI Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Judge Peter Cahill told George Floyd's family members that "I acknowledge and hear the pain that you're More
June 25, 2021
6/25/21 Derek Chauvin Sentenced
Ex-Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 22.5 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. More
June 25, 2021
Chauvin gets 22 1/2 years in prison for George Floyd’s death
By AMY FORLITI and STEVE KARNOWSKI Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been sentenced to 22 1/2 years More
June 25, 2021
6/25/21 Derek Chauvin Speaks
Derek Chauvin gave a brief statement alongside his attorney at the lectern. More
June 25, 2021
6/25/21 Derek Chauvin’s Mother Speaks
Derek Chauvin's mother, Carolyn Pawlenty, spoke to the court on her son's behalf. More
June 25, 2021
6/25/21 Aggravating Factor #2: Derek Chauvin Treated George Floyd With “Particular Cruelty”
Aggravating factors are things that make an already heinous crime even worse. Here's a breakdown of #2: Derek Chauvin treated George Floyd with "particular cruelty." More
June 25, 2021
6/25/21 Aggravating Factor #1: Derek Chauvin Abused His Position of Trust and Authority as an…
The trial judge has found that 4 aggravating factors already exist in this case. Here's a breakdown of #1: Derek Chauvin abused his position of... More
June 25, 2021
Judge rejects Chauvin’s request for new trial in Floyd death
A judge has rejected former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin’s request for a new trial in George Floyd’s death. More
June 25, 2021
