Crime, Law and Justice

February 1, 2018 7:52 AM

8-year-old boy struck by snowmobile dies

The child was struck Friday during an ice fishing outing with his family on Chisago Lake. His family posted Wednesday on CaringBridge.org that the boy died from head injuries that were worse than initially thought.

by Tim Nelson

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February 1, 2018 7:08 AM

Suspect fatally shot by police in southern Minnesota

State officials say a man who fled from authorities in a stolen vehicle has been fatally shot by an officer in a southern Minnesota community.

by Tim Nelson

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February 1, 2018 4:00 AM

Mothers hope to shine NFL spotlight on police violence

The Take a Knee Conference aims to raise awareness of racism and other issues.

by Riham Feshir

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January 31, 2018 4:06 PM

Security officials: No 'specific credible threat' to the Super Bowl

Minneapolis police chief Medaria Arradondo noted the security appears "robust," but it's necessary to keep the game safe and welcoming.

by Tim Nelson and Matt Sepic

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January 31, 2018 7:42 AM

Woman found fatally shot in north Minneapolis

Police responding to reports of gunfire discovered the woman's body along the side of a city street.

by Tim Nelson

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January 30, 2018 6:54 PM

Activists highlight the poor as rich party at Super Bowl

Activists say the Super Bowl represents the pinnacle of corporate greed with its expensive ticket prices, lavish parties and exclusive dinners.

by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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January 30, 2018 5:57 PM

Federal officials on the lookout for fake sports merch

Some of the telltale signs of fake NFL items include jerseys without a universal product code, or U.P.C., rip-off holograms, misspelled words and poor stitching.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim

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January 30, 2018 9:03 AM

One killed in shooting at St. Paul convenience store

The shooting is the city's first homicide of the year.

by Tim Nelson

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January 30, 2018 6:45 AM

U hotel standoff ends, suspect in custody

Police arrested a man who'd kept them in a standoff since Monday at a hotel on the University of Minnesota campus. The capture came to a dramatic conclusion Tuesday afternoon after police used flash grenades and tear gas. There were no injuries.

by Mark Zdechlik and The Associated Press

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January 29, 2018 4:15 PM

My Pillow Inc. accuses competitor of brand breach

The new suit seeks unspecified damages. It also asks a judge to order "the surrender and destruction" of IMP products that may violate trademark rules.

by The Associated Press

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