Backing the Blues Street Dance in Minneapolis

FOX 9 spoke with Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna S. Witt about Back the Blues Street Dance, a fun event celebrating law enforcement and first responders. The event will include street dancing, a barbeque competition, fireworks, and so much more. The event is open to the public and starts at 5 p.m. in Golden Valley. For more information, visit sherifffoundation.org

Hennepin County attorney announces new steps to take on youth crime

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the new plan will strengthen the detention and prosecution of juveniles arrested for auto theft. It also includes more intervention for teens suspected of crimes in cases with not enough evidence to prosecute.

Celebrating historic queer library in MN

In the heart of the Twin Cities, there is a hidden gem for the LGBTQ community. Quatrefoil Library in Minneapolis is filled with books featuring queer characters and is the second oldest library of its kind in the United States.

Drunk driver who killed aspiring doctor to be sentenced

An admitted drunk driver, who was behind the wheel without a valid license when he killed an aspiring doctor, will be sentenced to prison this week in Hennepin County District Court. The victim’s family is flying in from the Bahamas in their quest for justice.

Decrease in violence at two Minneapolis businesses

Since an investigation into Merwin Liquors and Winner Gas Station was announced, violence and drug sales have "significantly decreased" in the area, according to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.

MPD chief on teen violent crime

Minneapolis police chief Brian O’Hara is looking to hold teens accountable for violent crimes. Just this week, a 14-year-old and 15-year-old were charged after firing shots out of a stolen Kia.

Inside a facility for youth offenders

The Youth Connection Center is set up to provide resources for teens arrested for a crime. FOX 9 went inside the facility on Thursday, where officials tell us there is a shot