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Crime, Law and Justice

Jamar Clark's family sues Minneapolis officers in his fatal shooting

Jamar Clark's family sues Minneapolis officers in his fatal shooting

The 24-year-old was shot while he was on the ground, struggling with police in north Minneapolis on Nov. 15, 2015. Both county and federal officials determined the officers did not act unlawfully or unreasonably
by Peter Cox

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Day 9 of Yanez trial: 'I thought I was going to die'

Day 9 of Yanez trial: 'I thought I was going to die'

St. Anthony police officer Jeronimo Yanez, on trial for killing Philando Castile during a July traffic stop, took the stand Friday, telling jurors he was forced to shoot Castile because he was not complying with the officer's commands.

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News Quiz: Courts, crime and climate change

News Quiz: Courts, crime and climate change

Before you prepare to enjoy, or avoid, the high temps expected over the weekend, catch up on the top stories around the state. Then make sure they stuck by testing your knowledge with our news quiz.
by Sara Porter

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Day 8 of Yanez trial: Prosecution rests; judge rejects defense move to acquit

The defense also called Jeronimo Yanez's boss, St. Anthony Police Chief Jon Mangseth, who testified to the officer's character. He said he chose him for the crime prevention team and that he's good with the community and sometimes acted as the department's voice at events. He testified that Yanez has no disciplinary problems in his record, and no citizen complaints that he knew of.

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Day 8 of Yanez trial: Prosecution rests; judge rejects defense move to acquit

The defense also called Jeronimo Yanez's boss, St. Anthony Police Chief Jon Mangseth, who testified to the officer's character. He said he chose him for the crime prevention team and that he's good with the community and sometimes acted as the department's voice at events. He testified that Yanez has no disciplinary problems in his record, and no citizen complaints that he knew of.

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