Minneapolis

Minneapolis Explodes in Protest Over Police Killing of George Floyd, Mayor Wants Officers Charged

Minnesota’s capital exploded last night, literally – as protests and riots engulfed part of the city following the in-custody death of 46 year-old George Floyd on Monday.

One person was reportedly shot and killed during yesterday’s upheaval, along with widespread looting and multiple fires set by angry residents.
Other street protests kicked-off across country including a large demonstration in Los Angeles.

Anger Spreads as Serious Questions Remain in the Police Killing of Thurman Blevins

(MPN) — On the heels of the recent high-profile police killings of Jamar Clark and Philando Castile, the Twin Cities has lost another black man at the hands of police. On the evening of Saturday, June 23, Thurman “Jun” Blevins was gunned down in an alley near 48th and Bryant Avenues in North Minneapolis, less than two […]

Critical Questions Remain in the Police Shooting of Thurman Blevins

MINNEAPOLIS — On the heels of the recent high-profile police killings of Jamar Clark and Philando Castile, the Twin Cities has lost another black man at the hands of police. On the evening of Saturday, June 23, Thurman “Jun” Blevins was gunned down in an alley near 48th and Bryant Avenues in North Minneapolis, less than two minutes after police arrived on the scene.
A memorial begins to take shape at the intersection where Thurman “Jun” Blevins first encountered police before they shot and killed him in north Minneapolis. Blevins and his daughter Grace are pictured. (Emma Fiala)

Super Bowl Security Has Turned Minneapolis Into a Military Police State

(ANTIMEDIA) — The Department of Homeland Security has designated Super Bowl LII a National Special Security Event (an event deemed a potential target for terrorism or criminal activity) with a SEAR-I classification. The National Guard, federal agencies, and law enforcement from across the country have been patrolling Minneapolis and Saint Paul since January 26th. While […]