Crime, Law and Justice

January 4, 2017 12:00 AM

The tide may be turning against ISIS

Harnessing the power of social media, ISIS cells are spreading around the world. But journalist Joby Warrick says as more Islamic leaders call for tolerance, the battle for public opinion is beginning to turn.

by MPR News Staff

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January 3, 2017 4:44 PM

The future of private prisons

The Department of Justice announced in August that it would phase out federal use of the privately run facilities, but President-elect Donald Trump has expressed support for them in the past.

by Kerri Miller and Marcheta Fornoff

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January 3, 2017 3:22 PM

Pipeline protesters had Vikings tickets, entered U.S. Bank Stadium 'properly'

Officials say Dakota Access oil pipeline protesters brought climbing gear and a large banner into U.S. Bank Stadium under "winter clothing" on Sunday.

by Cody Nelson

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January 3, 2017 12:34 PM

Video shows man believed to be nightclub attacker in Turkey

An eerie video emerged Tuesday of a man believed to be the attacker who killed 39 people in a mass shooting at a nightclub, showing him taking a selfie as he silently toured Istanbul's most famous square.

by Associated Press

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January 3, 2017 9:45 AM

Federal judges: MN sex offender program constitutional

Tuesday's U.S. Court of Appeals ruling buys Minnesota lawmakers more time to alter the controversial program. The case is likely to be stuck in court for many more months.

by Martin Moylan and Brian Bakst

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January 3, 2017 6:09 AM

Turkish authorities reportedly ID nightclub shooting suspect

Turkish media are reporting that authorities believe the suspected gunman responsible for the New Year's attack at an Istanbul nightclub is from Kyrgyzstan. The shooting killed at least 39 people.

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January 2, 2017 3:24 PM

Man shot by Mankato officer identified as biology teacher

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension on Monday identified the man who was fatally shot by a Mankato police officer as 33-year-old Chase Tuseth of Chanhassen.

by Associated Press

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January 2, 2017 12:57 PM

Superior police identify 2 brothers shot on New Year's

Police say an altercation between people inside the bar ended up behind the bar, with the two brothers being shot.

by Associated Press

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January 2, 2017 12:15 PM

With new law, Illinois stylists join the fight against domestic violence

The state law requires salon professionals to get abuse-prevention training during their licensing process. Lawmakers and stylists hope to use a unique relationship with clients to prevent abuse.

by Maggie Penman