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Charges have been dropped against the man who was accused of fleeing police in a high-speed chase that resulted in the death of a bystander in Minneapolis two years ago.
The last of four former Minneapolis officers has learned his fate Monday – and the judge wasn't happy with what he had to say in court.
Tou Thao, the last former Minneapolis police officer convicted in state court for his role in the killing of George Floyd, was sentenced Monday to four years and nine months - even as he denied wrongdoing.
Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review his conviction for second-degree murder in the killing of George Floyd, now that the Minnesota Supreme Court has declined to hear the case, his attorney said Wednesday.
Minneapolis must make policing changes under a newly approved settlement reached in the wake of George Floyd's killing.
A two-year Department of Justice investigation sparked after the murder of George Floyd has found the City of Minneapolis and its police department engage in practices that deprives residents - specifically Black and Native American residents - of their rights.
The results of the two-year DOJ investigation are expected to show that the Minneapolis Police Department has a history of using excessive force and violating the civil rights of citizens, especially Persons of Color.
State prosecutors have urged the Minnesota Supreme Court to reject former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin's request to reconsider his conviction for murdering George Floyd, saying lower courts already got it right.
In his new book, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison writes about the high-stakes prosecution of former police officer Derek Chauvin, the officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.
Attorney General Keith Ellison talks about his new book, "Break the Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence."
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Gara says the trauma from George Floyd's murder at the hands of a former officer still reverberates for those in the community - and police department - three years since the death sparked protests around the globe.
The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police was three years ago today, and the fervent protests that erupted around the world in response, seemed like the catalyst needed for a nationwide reckoning on racism in policing.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison reveals in a new book how worried prosecutors were that a judge would move the trial of former officer Derek Chauvin out of the city where he killed George Floyd.
His attorney claims the district judge's decision not to move his case out of Minneapolis stripped him of his right to a fair trial.
In the lawsuit, Donald Williams says Tou Thao and Derek Chauvin threatened and assaulted him that day in May of 2020, causing him emotional distress.
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is appealing his murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd to the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Derek Chauvin's ex-wife Kellie Chauvin has been sentenced for tax fraud. According to Washington County court documents, Kellie Chauvin was sentenced to 20 days in jail and three years of probation. She will also need to pay nearly $38,000 in restitution.
Derek Chauvin's ex-wife Kellie Chauvin has been sentenced for tax fraud Friday.
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has affirmed former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin's second-degree murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd.
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has affirmed former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin's second-degree murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd.
John Pope’s case was settled for $7.5 million while Zoya Code’s was settled for $1.375 million, totaling $8.875 million.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says former officer Derek Chauvin's badge number will never be used again within the department.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday settled two civil cases against former officer Derek Chauvin for nearly $9 million.
Last month, Chauvin's wife pleaded guilty to two felony counts of aiding and abetting tax fraud. She'll be sentenced in May.
An attorney for Derek Chauvin asked an appeals court Wednesday to throw out the former Minneapolis police officer's convictions in the murder of George Floyd, arguing that legal and procedural errors deprived him of a fair trial.
The winless Minnesota Vikings have had trouble hanging onto the ball with an NFL-high nine turnovers and a handful of other drops.
Pinch-hitter Trevor Larnach broke an eighth-inning tie with an RBI double and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Oakland Athletics 6-4.
It's not very often you come across a 50s diner in the middle of farm country. But you'll find exactly that at Kramer Farms in Dodge County.
The man is expected to survive, according to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Tuesday evening in connection to the August shooting of Minneapolis Police Officer Jacob Spies.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Tuesday evening in connection to the August shooting of Minneapolis Police Officer Jacob Spies.
It's Marathon Week in the Twin Cities - and this year - it's going to be a hot one.
A Mother's Love has a new employment and economic development program. It includes bringing employers to the northside to offer opportunities that will help transform lives and families, and get them prepared to handle changes within their community.
The St. Paul City Council on Wednesday afternoon passed a smoking ban in certain areas of the city.
The Twin Cities' multi-day rainstorm brought much-needed relief to this year's ongoing drought. In some locations of the west metro, cities saw as much rain in three days as they saw in the three previous months.
It's not very often you come across a 50s diner in the middle of farm country. But you'll find exactly that at Kramer Farms in Dodge County.
The man is expected to survive, according to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024.
It's a trip which brings back timeless memories for Rita Roers and fellow resident Joel Wenz.
The Twin Cities' multi-day rainstorm brought much-needed relief to this year's ongoing drought. In some locations of the west metro, cities saw as much rain in three days as they saw in the three previous months.
A Wisconsin woman convicted of killing and dismembering a former boyfriend and scattering his body parts at various locations has been sentenced to life in prison without parole in the grisly case.
A coalition of anti-abortion organizations is urging two Wisconsin prosecutors to pursue charges against abortion providers in their counties despite a court's ruling that abortion is legal.
Man, 68, succumbed to injuries suffered after he went off a curved road on his motorcycle.
Five flamingos that showed up in Wisconsin to wade along a Lake Michigan beach attracted a big crowd of onlookers eager to see the unusual visitors venturing far from their usual tropical setting.
A 17-year-old girl died on Saturday morning in a crash with a semi in western Wisconsin.
A Mother's Love has a new employment and economic development program. It includes bringing employers to the northside to offer opportunities that will help transform lives and families, and get them prepared to handle changes within their community.
A St. Paul man has spent 30 months recovering from a medical emergency that nearly killed him. Each tough day of that fight has been motivated by one goal: To get to today.
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
The mental health therapists started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation to make them feel less alone.
Construction of Interstate 94 tore through St. Paul's Rondo neighborhood, once the heart of the Black community in Minnesota's capitol city. Decades later, city leaders are trying to restore what some families lost: their property and a chance at building generational wealth.
Seven Republican candidates met for the second primary debate in California on Wednesday, taking aim at President Biden and each other.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024.
Adding to former President Donald Trump's legal problems is a debate over a Civil War-era clause in the U.S. Constitution that bars anyone who supported an insurrection from holding office.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Former State Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson, a Republican, is among those supporting the lawsuit.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Democratic consultant and attorney Abou Amara, Republican consultant Preya Samsundar, and Republican analyst Amy Koch speak on the issue.
A Minnesota-based company is taking drastic steps to keep employees away from danger.
A new program could get you up and running to charge your electric vehicle for a low cost.
Country singer Morgan Wallen announced his "One Night At A Time World Tour" will be extended into 2024 — and it includes a stop in Minnesota.
The agency's new director withdrew after a day over allegations her company had sold cannabis products that are not legal. There is also a legal effort to declare cannabis sales legal now because of an historic clause in the state constitution.
A new apple variety from the University of Minnesota is said to be sweet with occasional "tropical" overtones.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Tuesday evening in connection to the August shooting of Minneapolis Police Officer Jacob Spies.
A Minneapolis murder suspect is now again behind bars after he was mistakenly released from an Indianapolis jail earlier this month.
A Wisconsin woman convicted of killing and dismembering a former boyfriend and scattering his body parts at various locations has been sentenced to life in prison without parole in the grisly case.
A Northfield couple has been charged with four felony counts of willfully failing to file individual income tax returns and four felony counts of failing to pay income taxes.
An 18-year-old Woodbury man is accused of grabbing a backpack with over $20,000 in cash from a food truck in South St. Paul earlier this month.
A new report from the Minnesota Department of Health showed that 21 hospital deaths and 178 injuries were preventable, a figure that increased compared to pre-pandemic years.
The new 7,000-square-foot HealthPartners Institute Clinical Simulation Center is now open.
A coalition of anti-abortion organizations is urging two Wisconsin prosecutors to pursue charges against abortion providers in their counties despite a court's ruling that abortion is legal.
During protests in the summer of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd, law enforcement used chemical irritants on the crowds. Later, some protestors reported disruptions in their menstrual cycles and reproductive health.
Being a student-athlete can bring the highest highs, but the lows that come from pressure, anxiety or injuries can be just as powerful and too often, silent.
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
"Well Trav, how does it feel that Taylor Swift finally put you on the map?" his brother Jason Kelce asked.
Country singer Morgan Wallen announced his "One Night At A Time World Tour" will be extended into 2024 — and it includes a stop in Minnesota.
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
David McCallum died Monday of natural causes.
"Well Trav, how does it feel that Taylor Swift finally put you on the map?" his brother Jason Kelce asked.
Matt Wallner hit a grand slam in a five-run first inning, Alex Kirilloff added a two-run homer and the Minnesota Twins beat the Oakland Athletics 11-3 on a cold and drizzly night Tuesday night.
Being a student-athlete can bring the highest highs, but the lows that come from pressure, anxiety or injuries can be just as powerful and too often, silent.
Ryan Jeffers homered, tripled and drove in three runs to back a strong outing by Joe Ryan as the Minnesota Twins pulled away late for a 9-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Right-hander Chris Paddack was activated by the Minnesota Twins, 16 months after he had Tommy John surgery for the second time.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024.
Adding to former President Donald Trump's legal problems is a debate over a Civil War-era clause in the U.S. Constitution that bars anyone who supported an insurrection from holding office.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Former State Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson, a Republican, is among those supporting the lawsuit.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Democratic consultant and attorney Abou Amara, Republican consultant Preya Samsundar, and Republican analyst Amy Koch speak on the issue.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy digs into the lawsuit that could knock Trump off the ballot for Minnesota's Super Tuesday primary on March 5, 2024. Hamline University and University of Minnesota Constitutional Law Professor David Schultz thinks it will be hard to disqualify Trump.
It's not very often you come across a 50s diner in the middle of farm country. But you'll find exactly that at Kramer Farms in Dodge County.
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
The average chainsaw artist lasts about three to five years in the business because it can be a grueling and dangerous occupation. But an Avon man has created intricate sculptures for 37 years, and counting.
Years ago, David Nigg found himself at a farm auction in Dyersville, Iowa, and he returned home with a little John Deere tractor. From there, things just started rolling.
The Space Tower is an iconic attraction and landmark that you can see from pretty much anywhere on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Built in 1964, it's hundreds of feet of history.
How do algae blooms form? And how might we be part of the cause? Good Question.
Many of us will go to a corn maze this fall. In fact, WCCO's morning team already spent time at one at the Sever's Fall Festival in Shakopee. It had them wondering, how do they even make corn mazes? Good Question.
A common way to maintain your car's health is giving customers sticker shock.
As week two of the NFL season wraps up, the Minnesota Vikings are already at a make-or-break point.
Doctors hope a new vaccine can keep the worst of the virus at bay. But as cases rise, you might find yourself reaching in your medicine cabinet again for an old, at-home test.
Get a feel for 2023 Vikings training camp.
The Minnesota State Fair announced its new offerings for the 2023 edition.
Between 12,000 and 16,000 black bears live in Minnesota, the Minnesota DNR says. For the past 20 years, the population has been growing and expanding further south and west. That means a lot of close encounters for Minnesotans.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Temps will continue to warm for the next few days.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Temps will climb into the 80s and some sun will return in the afternoon.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Thursday will be cloudy for much of the day, with clearing later on. There may be more showers Friday.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says it will be another quiet night, with rain finally out of the picture.
Temps will continue to warm for the next few days.
It’s not very often you come across a ‘50s diner in the middle of farm country.
Donald Trump remains the clear frontrunner for the Republican nomination for president, but seven different candidates did everything they could to try and knock him out of the top spot.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says the man is expected to survive.
After years of hiding and a multi-state manhunt an accused killer was caught in the metro.