‘Ripe for corruption’: Minneapolis may add oversight, fees for off-duty police work
The city ordinance would recoup its costs and better track officers’ work for outside organizations, which can pay as much as $150 to $175 an hour. The post ‘Ripe for corruption’: Minneapolis may add oversight, fees for off-duty police work appeared first on Sahan Journal .
Man, 40, sentenced in death of Isanti County nurse
MINNEAPOLIS — A Chisago County man will spend over 33 years in prison for the death of his wife and shooting at a sheriff's deputy . On Wednesday, a Chisago County judge sentenced Mike Carda, 41, to over 23 years in prison for second-degree murder, and 10 years and 11 months...
Black Europe Film Festival debuts in Twin Cities
The inaugural Black Europe Film Festival of Minneapolis/Saint Paul (BEFF MSP) will debut in the Twin Cities from January 30 to February 2, 2025, with screenings at the Main Cinema, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, Capri Theatre, and the Cedar Cultural Center. “At the heart of...
Driver nearly careens off I-94 exit during police pursuit in St. Paul
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Traffic camera video shows a driver nearly careering off an Interstate-94 exit after running from troopers in St. Paul on Wednesday. The backstory: — Troopers say they attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of I-94 and Cretin Avenue in St. Paul around...
The Black barbershop as cultural hub
Local author’s debut invites children into the shop’s special allure. Local author Keenan Jones is making his mark on children’s literature with the release of his debut book, “Saturday Morning at the ’Shop.” Released for publication on Jan. 7 by Beach Lane Books and featuring...
SUV nearly flies off I-94 exit ramp during chase
A trooper pursuit in St. Paul ended with a crash that nearly sent an SUV over the side of an exit ramp, back onto the highway.
New ordinance may levy fee for off-duty Minneapolis police officers
MINNEAPOLIS — The City of Minneapolis is making moves to charge fees for off-duty police work. According to a 2019 audit, 71% of officers worked one or more off-duty shifts. "Repeatedly asked why the city was allowing officers to pick up off duty while simultaneously pointing...
Violence Free Minnesota to host memorial for victims of domestic incidents on Friday
The annual event in St. Paul is meant to raise awareness about the ongoing issue and resources available to victims.
Proposal that allows Minneapolis to charge fees for off-duty police work approved by City...
A proposal that would allow the City of Minneapolis to charge fees for off-duty police work is approved by a council committee. Proponents say it would help recoup costs incurred by officers’ use of city-owned weapons and cars.
Lawsuit accuses POST Board of releasing names of undercover officers
MINNEAPOLIS — The identities of at least 257 undercover police officers were illegally released by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards in Training, according to a lawsuit filed by the largest police officer association in the state. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday by the...