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Arrest warrant issued in slaying of Minneapolis activist Tyrone Williams
The warrant, filed in Hennepin County District Court, remains under seal.

Minneapolis police promote 24 to supervisory roles
Twenty-four Mpls. officers advanced to supervisory roles during Tuesday's ceremony.
Little Earth murder suspect arrested
His first court appearance has not been set.

April 5: Brother of 2017 Minneapolis council candidate is shot to death
Raeisha Williams, victim's sister, ran for City Council.

Mpls. announces stricter rules for police body camera use
Minneapolis officers would face discipline for not properly activating devices.

S. Mpls. police to carry Narcan, rest of force to join by year's end
Police on South Side will be the first to carry overdose-reversing drug; others will follow.
Mpls. police face a challenge boosting women on force
Chief is assembling a work group of female officers to study barriers to recruiting, hiring, mentoring and retaining women.

Program offers safe haven for pets from troubled homes
The Domestic Violence Initiative is a little-known Minneapolis Animal Care & Control program that provides a temporary safe haven for pets from troubled homes.

Racial dynamic draws focus in case vs. Noor in Damond killing
Some Somali-Americans worried their community, rather than the use of deadly force by an officer, will end up on trial.
Minneapolis cops who were cleared in excessive force case still could face internal discipline
The officers have returned to work since the incident, which occurred in December 2016.
Hours after court appearance, Noor posts bail and leaves jail
Prosecutors argued that bail remain high, saying they had "credible evidence" last fall that Mohamed Noor, charged with the murder of Justine Damond, was trying to leave the country.

Charges against officer Noor resound around Mpls., world
Minneapolis officer Mohamed Noor was charged with murder and manslaughter in the shooting death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond in July. "No charges can bring our Justine back," her family said.

Downtown Mpls. sees violent crime drop a third so far in '18
By eliminating the conditions that breed crime, police say they've made downtown safer.
Man admits stealing detection equipment just before Super Bowl
He dumped most of the items, including bomb-detecting equipment, but held on to gas masks so he could smoke weed with them.
Teen shot in police interview room faces new charges
He remains held in Hennepin County jail in lieu of $200,000 bail.

Tension rises between county attorney, police union in Noor investigation
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman reiterated that he has no timetable for making his decision of whether or not to charge officer Mohamed Noor.
Minneapolis cop who fired on car takes stand in own defense
Witness testimony continues Wednesday.
Minneapolis cop not guilty of assault for shooting at carful of clubgoers
Jury deliberated for seven hours over two days.
Correctional officer being investigated after female inmate calls radio show, alleges sexual abuse
Hennepin County officials would only confirm that there is an open investigation into an unspecified incident.

Mpls. mayor, chief hope to persuade council more officers are better
Council will weigh adding officers vs. public safety innovations. Frey and Arradondo say they believe hiring more police officers will drive down crime and improve community relations.
Police seek home-invasion suspect who tied up victims, ransacked Minneapolis house
Cash was stolen in south Minneapolis incident.
Trial in Minneapolis grandmother's murder highlights dangers for witnesses to testify
As killer of Birdell Beeks faces sentencing Monday, the toll on witnesses raises concerns.
Hennepin County jury awards $15 million to rail worker who inhaled noxious fumes
The employee claimed he suffered neurological damage from an oil leak. BNSF will appeal.
Charges: Brothers' dispute led to deadly gunfire exchange in north Minneapolis
Antonio Clark is accused of killing his younger brother, Anthony Clark.
Police arrest man in Minneapolis slaying of brother
The suspect is being held without bail in Hennepin County jail.
Police investigate home invasion in south Minneapolis
Police are looking for a robber who broke into a south Minneapolis home Monday afternoon, threatened two men at gunpoint and left one man injured.
Study: American Indian women in Mpls. disproportionately drawing police attention
Detainments are out of proportion to population, St. Kate's research shows.
One man killed, one injured in argument-turned-shooting in Minneapolis
No arrests have been made, but police say there is no threat to the public.

Partner of officer who shot Justine Damond appears before grand jury
Matthew Harrity is one of as many as 40 officers called to testify, union officials said.
Charges dropped against former Minneapolis cop accused of threatening wife
Ahmed Jama was fired from the department a few months ago, his attorney said.
Minneapolis police civilian employee cleared of felony charges from 2016 fatal crash
Destiny Xiong, 36, of Hudson, Wis. was acquitted of two of the three charges against her, her lawyer said.
Prosecutor challenges 'blue wall of silence' in Minneapolis police officer's assault trial
Three Minneapolis officers changed testimony on the stand in assault case.
Trial revives questions about Mpls. police HR employee's duties
Staffer accused in fatal crash was allowed to keep working during probe.
Jury shown video of frenzied moments before Minneapolis officer fires weapon
The trial of Efrem Hamilton will continue on Monday morning.
Trial of Minneapolis cop who shot at occupied car begins
The jury selection process began earlier this month.
Search warrant: Minneapolis police close in on serial flasher
No arrests have been announced.

Murder charge filed in death of man who shot two Minneapolis police officers in 1979
A criminal complaint filed Tuesday charged Ronald Bailey with second-degree murder of Riley Housley III.
Along with fans, Super Bowl attracted fraudsters, pickpockets and pranksters
One of the men arrested was a 25-year-old internet prankster, whose YouTube channel has more than 9 million subscribers.
After pomp and drama, it's game time
Years of planning came to fruition in downtown Minneapolis today. Hours before game time, fans in green and blue jerseys took to the streets, their excitement palpable despite the frigid temps. Between the cold and Saturday snow, an estimated 125,000 out-of-town visitors are getting an immersive Bold North experience.

Extensive Super Bowl security has eyes everywhere
Local and federal authorities are using a high-tech security network that likely includes biometric technology like facial-recognition software, as well as license plate readers.

So nice: Crime's been down in downtown Minneapolis during Super Bowl run-up
"People tend to behave with more supervision."
Super Bowl Live security firm is fired over missed checks
Background checks of workers at Super Bowl Live raise questions. Others providing security Friday night said they were unaware of the firing.

Man who shot Mpls. officers in 1979 dies under suspicious circumstances
Medical examiners on Friday ruled Riley B. Housley's death was a homicide.

With celebrations in full swing, downtown takes on military feel
Minneapolis police say that thousands of officers from state, local and federal law enforcement agencies will be deployed around the metro.
It's game on for Super Bowl LII as Minneapolis events kick off
Idina Menzel sang "Let It Go" as she kicked off the 10-day party.
Scaffolding collapse in North Loop injures construction worker
Six workers were working when the scaffolding at 2nd and Washington avenues N. collapsed.
Gang member convicted in crossfire killing of Mpls. grandmother
Joshua Ezeka fired the fatal shots that killed the Minneapolis grandmother.

Postgame agony continues: Now to host a Viking-less Super Bowl
The agony of suffering yet another NFC championship loss quickly melted into the frustrating realization that the Twin Cities would have to host those same Eagles and their notoriously rowdy fans on Feb. 4 at Super Bowl LII.
Minneapolis Police Department picks St. Louis Park firm to screen candidates
The $540,000 contract must next be approved by the Ways and Means Committee, before going to the full City Council.
Police chief promises welcoming Super Bowl experience, not 'military occupation'
But police chief promises a "rigorous" presence.

A priest, a rabbi and an imam step onto a football field in Minneapolis...
Members of the Muslim, Hindu, Christian, Jewish and Unitarian faith communities shot a video promoting solidarity among religions and more.

NFL makes up for lost time as it prepares U.S. Bank Stadium
The turnaround is unusually tight after the Vikings' playoff victory over New Orleans.

Prosecution, defense debate Minneapolis grandmother killer's intent as trial opens
The defendant, 21-year-old Joshua Ezeka, faces a slew of charges, including first-degree premeditated murder.
As Super Bowl nears, worries grow about downtown Mpls. parking
Organizers expect many visitors to take Metro Transit, use ride-sharing services.
Groups unite for Super Bowl Sunday protest march in Minneapolis
The march to protest "racism and corporate greed" will start in Peavey Park and end at U.S. Bank Stadium, but organizers insisted on keeping exact route secret.

Signs of Super Bowl buildup are now showing in Minneapolis
Workers are now installing barriers, fencing and tents in advance of the game next month.

Neighbors blast Mpls. officials for failing to quickly clean up bloody crime scene
A City Council member weighed in on the matter on Thursday.

Downtown Minneapolis employers brace for Super Bowl disruptions
Parking, traffic and access headaches part of the deal.
Teen carjacked after taking joyride in Minneapolis
It happened after 2:10 a.m. Wednesday near 28th Street and Pillsbury Avenue S.

Man shot by Minneapolis police after stabbing himself at City Hall makes first court appearance
Marcus Fischer's surprise hearing came after he was discharged from hospital and transferred to the county jail.

Man charged with robbing same Mpls. store 5 times in 2 months
The suspect is being held at Hennepin County jail in lieu of $75,000 bail.

As man shot by Mpls. police at City Hall awaits court date, father seeks answers
Family has little info on Marcus Fischer's condition. An initial court appearance has been rescheduled for a third time.
Young Minneapolis girl startled by home burglar, who punches and chokes her
A 37-year-old is charged with first-degree burglary while committing assault.

After outcry, relatives of man shot by Minneapolis police demand visitation
Marcus Fischer's family members say they've been barred from follow-up visits.

BCA identifies officers involved in Minneapolis City Hall shooting
The shot man, Marcus Fischer, remained hospitalized and under guard on Friday.
Police seek person who robbed, stabbed teen near south Minneapolis park
Police are trying to track down a suspect in the robbery and stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in south Minneapolis Thursday. But so far, investigators…
Officers' actions in City Hall shooting are lauded and questioned
Marcus Fischer remains hospitalized after he slashed himself and was shot.
Sources: City hall shooting victim was 18-year-old suspect
Sources say 18-year-old shot by police first stabbed himself repeatedly.
Man critically wounded by officers inside Mpls. City Hall
The man, who has not been identified, had been brought in for questioning on a warrant, a source said. He was in critical condition Monday night.

For developers, three-month Super Bowl construction ban changes timetables
Minneapolis wants roads, walks clear for Super Bowl.

Minneapolis police officers, civilians honored for outstanding actions
Dozens of cops and citizens were honored for acts of heroism in 2017.
No need to worry about that helicopter hovering over downtown Mpls.
It's a TV crew filming for a Super Bowl commercial.

What football? Some see Super Bowl week as way of getting message out
Super Bowl to draw fans, activists and heavy dose of law enforcement.
Minneapolis asks for National Guard aid with Super Bowl
The Super Bowl Host Committee will cover the cost of the deployment.
Minneapolis again considers picking up cop's legal bills after acquittal
A decision could come at Friday's City Council meeting.
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