Crime, Law and Justice

Law officers ask Obama for help policing pipeline protests
A dozen law enforcement officials in North Dakota are imploring President Barack Obama in a letter to send federal officers to help local police during protests against the $3.8 billion Dakota Access oil pipeline, citing costs, fatigue and a growing fear of vigilante justice.
St. Anthony police chief answers public questions for 1st time since Castile shooting
Chief Jon Mangseth didn't answer questions about the shooting or the officer involved. But he announced the Department of Justice will review the St. Anthony Police Department.
Blacks far more likely to be cited in St. Paul cop stops
Data analyzed by MPR News show significant racial disparities in ticketing rates between black and white drivers. St. Paul is set to release more data this week. The chief says he's ready to take on the issue.
'War on Cops' author: Criminals emboldened, police are backing off
Heather Mac Donald says in recent years police are backing off, and criminals are emboldened in a phenomenon she's dubbed "The Ferguson Effect." Mac Donald spoke in Minneapolis about the dangers of anti-police sentiment.