Derek Chauvin returns to prison after being stabbed 22 times
His family says they still have many questions following the attack.
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Derek Chauvin back in prison after attack by fellow inmate
A former Minneapolis police officer is out of the hospital and back in prison after being stabbed more than 20 times by a fellow inmate.
Who is John Turscak, man accused of stabbing Derek Chauvin 22 times?
The inmate who allegedly stabbed Derek Chauvin in federal prison last week was identified as John Turscak, according to new charges filed on Friday.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
Ellison: FBI investigating how Derek Chauvin was stabbed in Arizona federal prison
Chauvin, who is currently serving a 22-year sentence for the murder of George Floyd, was stabbed last week in an Arizona prison. Ellison said he remains in stable condition.
Derek Chauvin's family has received no updates after prison stabbing, attorney says
An attorney for the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd says his family has been kept in the dark by federal prison officials after he was stabbed in prison.
Former MPD officer Derek Chauvin stabbed in federal prison
Sources confirmed to WCCO Chauvin is in stable condition after the stabbing.
Former Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin stabbed by inmate in federal prison
Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been stabbed by another inmate at a federal prison in Arizona where he's serving time for the murder of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin files motion to vacate federal conviction in George Floyd's killing
Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin has filed a motion to vacate his federal connection related to the death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis police lieutenant disciplined over racist email appointed head of homicide unit
A Minneapolis police lieutenant who was placed on paid leave for more than a year for forwarding a racist email has been appointed to lead the department's homicide unit.
Charges dropped against man accused of fleeing police in a high-speed chase that killed Leneal Frazier
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.
Tou Thao remorseless in state sentencing hearing for role in George Floyd's murder
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 gets 57-month sentence on state charge for his role in George Floyd's killing
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.
Derek Chauvin to ask US Supreme Court to review his conviction in murder of George Floyd
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.
Judge approves Minneapolis police reform deal forged after George Floyd's killing
Minneapolis must make policing changes under a newly approved settlement reached in the wake of George Floyd's killing.
DOJ: Minneapolis, MPD "engage in pattern or practice of conduct that deprives people of their rights"
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.
AG Merrick Garland in Minneapolis Friday as DOJ investigation into MPD practices wraps
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.
Prosecutors urge Minnesota Supreme Court to reject appeal by Derek Chauvin in George Floyd's murder
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.
Talking Points: Attorney General Keith Ellison pens book about Chauvin trial
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.
Interview: AG Keith Ellison releases book on Derek Chauvin trial
Attorney General Keith Ellison talks about his new book, "Break the Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence."
Chief O'Hara: Police must reckon with "despicable" fact that an MPD officer murdered George Floyd
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.
George Floyd's murder 3 years later: Gov declares remembrance day, reckoning with police violence in limbo
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.
AG Keith Ellison writes book recounting case of officer who murdered George Floyd
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.
Chauvin appeals conviction in George Floyd's murder to Minnesota's Supreme Court
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.
Man who witnessed police murder George Floyd suing Minneapolis over officers' actions
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.
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Gov. Evers vetoes Wisconsin bill banning gender-affirming care for kids
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Wisconsin judge reaffirms July ruling that state law permits consensual abortions
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Designer of new Minnesota state seal "honored" the commission chose his work
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Vikings OC Wes Phillips arrested for DWI, will still travel with team to Las Vegas
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Some cold weather businesses are feeling the impact from our lack of cold weather.
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