Derek Chauvin sentenced to 20 1/2 years for violating George Floyd's civil rights
Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 20 ½ years in prison on Thursday after reaching a plea agreement on federal charges that he violated George Floyd's civil rights in 2020, as well as those of Jonathan Pope, a Black teenager, in 2017.
Derek Chauvin to be sentenced in Federal Court
The ex-Minneapolis Police Officer is expected to be sentenced to 20-25 years in prison.
Feds want 25 years for Derek Chauvin for violating George Floyd's rights
Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to give former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin a 25-year sentence for violating the rights of George Floyd, as well as the rights of a 14-year-old Black boy who was restrained in an unrelated case.
2 new lawsuits allege excessive force, discrimination by Derek Chauvin
Two new lawsuits were filed Tuesday against the City of Minneapolis for alleged cases of police brutality committed by former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin before he murdered George Floyd.
Press conference announcing 2 new lawsuits allege excessive force, discrimination by Derek Chauvin
Two new lawsuits were filed Tuesday against the City of Minneapolis for alleged cases of police brutality committed by former Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) officer Derek Chauvin before he murdered George Floyd.
Ex-MPD Officer Derek Chauvin facing new lawsuits
New lawsuits allege that ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin used excessive force during a domestic dispute in 2017.
Minnesota marks two year anniversary of George Floyd?s death
Two years after George Floyd was killed by former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin, many Minnesotans are reflecting on what has and hasn?t been done in the wake of his death.
Judge accepts Derek Chauvin plea deal in federal civil rights case
The judge overseeing the federal civil rights cases of four former Minneapolis police officers in the killing of George Floyd said Wednesday that he has accepted the terms of Derek Chauvin’s plea agreement and will sentence him to 20 to 25 years in prison.
Judge rules on upcoming coverage of Thao, Kueng and Lane trial
Judge Peter Cahill has ruled on procedure for the upcoming trial of three former Minneapolis police officers, saying there will be no TV livestreaming availability.
Derek Chauvin appeal: Attorney argues for new trial in filing
In an appeal brief filed on Monday, an attorney for Derek Chauvin laid out their arguments for why he deserves a new trial in the murder of George Floyd.
One year later: Looking back at the Derek Chauvin verdict
After the verdict was read, community members celebrated in the streets.
One year later: Looking back at the Derek Chauvin verdict
After the verdict was read, community members celebrated in the streets.
?Documenting a Reckoning? now on display at Mill City Museum
A new 54-photo exhibit features images taken by professional photojournalists and everyday people who captured photos of protests, unrests and demonstrations ? from the day George Floyd was killed, to the day Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder.
What's next for the ex-MPD officers after the federal trial?
A jury found three former Minneapolis police officers guilty on all counts in the federal civil rights trial following George Floyd's death in May 2020. Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane still face charges in state court connected to this crime. FOX 9's Rob Olson previews what sentences could look like for them and how the verdicts may influence a possible plea deal for the next trial.
Police officers guilty on all counts in federal trial on George Floyd's death
The three former Minneapolis police officers were found guilty on all five counts, as read in the courtroom around 4:10 p.m. Thursday. Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng was found guilty on both charges, for failing to render medical aid to George Floyd and failing to intervene in Derek Chauvin?s unreasonable use of force. Thomas Lane was found guilty for failing to render medical aid to George Floyd.
Ellison says state won't challenge sentence for Kim Potter
Speaking with FOX 9 in a one-on-one interview following the sentencing of Kim Potter in the death of Daunte Wright, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says he has no plans to challenge Judge Regina Chu's decision.
Ex-MPD officer J. Alexander Kueng testifies in federal civil rights trial
For the first time, former Minneapolis police officer J. Alexander Kueng is publicly telling his story of what happened when he and three others responded to 38th and Chicago on May 25, 2020, which resulted in the murder of George Floyd in police custody.
MPD federal trial: Pulmonologist says officers could have saved George Floyd's life
After a five-day break because of a positive COVID-19 test, the federal trial of three former Minneapolis Police officers resumed Monday morning in St. Paul.� On the stand, a prosecution expert witness testified that George Floyd died because his oxygen was cut off, leading to an abnormal heart rhythm.
Amir Locke shooting: Mayor Frey admits campaign claims didn't reflect 'no-knock' warrant change
Speaking with Minneapolis City Council members on Monday, Mayor Jacob Frey seemed to admit his campaign made some inaccurate statements when it came to a policy change on "no-knock" search warrants before the death of Amir Locke.
Federal trial in George Floyd's killing: Minneapolis police inspector on police training
Rob Olson is reporting after another day of testimony in the federal trial of four former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death.