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The Hennepin County Government Center, on Sunday, Feb. 28 during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd.

Three former officers involved in George Floyd’s murder sentenced

by Devlin Epding
Published July 29, 2022
All three were convicted of violating Floyd’s civil rights in February and sentenced to federal prison.
The Supreme Court building on Nov. 21, 2019.

EPA ruling puts climate change fight in local hands

by Devlin Epding
Published July 29, 2022
The Supreme Court’s decision in West Virginia v. EPA leaves the future for environmental regulations uncertain.
Executive Director of the Minnesota Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Jaylani Hussein poses for a portrait in Minneapolis on Monday, July 25. Hussein questioned the sincerity of Ward 3 Council Member Michael Rainvilles apology for recent comments about Somali youth.

UMN, city leaders respond to Council member’s comments on Somali youth, attempts to make peace

by Olivia Stevens
Published July 27, 2022
While Ward 3 Council Member Michael Rainville has apologized for his rhetoric, some local leaders aren’t buying it.
A reproductive rights protest is held in front of the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul on Sunday, July 17.

Thousands of abortion rights supporters march to Capitol

by Olivia Stevens
Published July 20, 2022
People of diverse backgrounds gathered to demand better access to reproductive health care in the state.
From left to right, Senior Vice President for Finance and Operations Myron Franz,  UMPD Chief Matt Clark, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minneapolis Interim Chief of Police Amelia Huffman hold a meeting regarding public safety on campus on July 11, 2022.

UMN organizes new committee after public safety meeting

by Olivia Stevens
Published July 20, 2022
After a shooting in the spring, parents have gained support in their mission to increase public safety measures on campus.
Tina Erazmus, the  director of the University’s Local Government and Community Relations department, speaks as a panelist at Ward 2 Council Member Robin Wonsley Worlobahs June 21 town hall.

Parents urge UMN to address violent crime on campus

by Olivia Stevens
Published July 13, 2022
Many parents of University of Minnesota students expressed concerns about shortages of police officers during meetings with Minneapolis and University leaders.
Tacos Locos Owner Ruben Arellano poses for a portrait in his restaurant on Friday, July 8.

Tacos Locos brings a new taqueria to Dinkytown

by Devlin Epding
Published July 12, 2022
The restaurant opened Wednesday underneath Sydney Hall, with owner Ruben Arellano hoping to eventually expand.
UMNs Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) holds a protest for reproductive rights in front of the McNamara Alumni Center on Saturday, July 2.

Protestors demand UMN increase abortion access, support

by Olivia Stevens
Published July 7, 2022
With neighboring states restricting abortions, activists said the University should now provide care on campus.
The George Floyd Memorial Square as pictured on Election night on Tuesday Nov. 3.

Activists discuss new MPD discipline, wellness reforms

by Olivia Stevens
Published June 30, 2022
Changes include limiting hours officers can work and clarifying levels of discipline for specific policy violations.
Protesters laid down in front of City Hall on June 12 to represent students participating in an active shooter drill.

Activists, medical professionals call for change after mass shootings

by Olivia Stevens and Dane Germany
Published June 29, 2022
Congress and President Joe Biden signed historic, bipartisan gun control legislation last week.

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