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On today's show, we spend the hour looking back at the five years of abolitionist and community organizing since the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25th, 2020. First, we speak with Mary Moriarty, the Hennepin County Attorney. Hennepin County's most known city is Minneapolis. Then, we're joined by Melina Abdullah, a professor and the chair of pan-African studies at Cal State Los Angeles, as well as the co-founder of the Los Angeles chapter of Black Lives Matter and co-founder of Black Lives Matter Grassroots. Alongside Melina Abdullah, we speak with Chauntyll Allen, a longtime front-line community organizer and educator who leads Black Lives Matter Twin Cities, founded Love First Community Engagement, and works as the Director of Criminal Justice and Activism at the Wayfinder Foundation — among many other community leadership roles.  Then, we're joined by ​Alex Vitale, a Professor of Sociology and Coordinator of the Policing and Social Justice Project at Brooklyn College and the CUNY Graduate Center. He has spent the last 30 years writing about policing and consults community-based movements, human and civil rights organizations, and governments internationally. He is also the author of The End of Policing. —- Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post 5 Years Since George Floyd w/ Mary Moriarty, Melina Abdullah, Chauntyll Allen & Alex Vitale appeared first on KPFA.

ICE finally captures an Illegal Alien set free by the Hennepin County Attorney's office. Plus, Walz slammed over Trump's “Gestapo” comments and details on the end of the legislative session. 

Former US Attorney Andy Luger answers questions from Chad about Mary Moriarty's work as Hennepin County Attorney, the Trump administration and more.

Hope Walz believes running is a privilege. Obit describes a glorious life. Robots go crazy. Gov Tim Walz wants to balance the budget on the backs of private grade school kids. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: 38-year-old accused of injuring multiple pedestrians in 2 separate hit-and-runs Department of Justice launches investigation into Hennepin County Attorney's Office After Buffett's 5,500,000% Run, a New Era for Berkshire Begins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hope Walz believes running is a privilege. Obit describes a glorious life. Robots go crazy. Gov Tim Walz wants to balance the budget on the backs of private grade school kids. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: 38-year-old accused of injuring multiple pedestrians in 2 separate hit-and-runs Department of Justice launches investigation into Hennepin County Attorney's Office After Buffett's 5,500,000% Run, a New Era for Berkshire Begins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The DOJ says they're going to investigate the Hennepin County Attorney's Office over their race policy. Jason talks to University of St. Thomas law professor Rachel Moran to find out more.

Former judge Kevin Burke joins Chad to weigh in on another controversy with Mary Moriarty and her policies as Hennepin County Attorney. Later, we share the details and take sides in a lawsuit between neighbors in St. Louis Park all stemming from a driveway basketball hoop.

The Trump Administration is continuing to target international students attending college in Minnesota and across the U.S. The University of Minnesota says it's now aware of three students across its system who've had their visas canceled.Minnesota State University, Mankato says the Department of Homeland Security has terminated the visitor records of five MSU students. An immigration law expert says that's a likely prelude to canceling their visas.Protestors are mobilizing across the country for an anti-Trump protest this weekend. Large numbers of demonstrators are expected at the Capitol in St. Paul.The Hennepin County Attorney's office is pausing prosecution against John Sawchak, the man who allegedly shot his next-door neighbor in October. The decision follows a doctor's determination that Sawchak is incompetent to stand trial. Sawchak, who is white, allegedly used racial slurs to harass and threaten his neighbor Davis Moturi, who is Black, for months leading up to the shooting.A stretch of Interstate 94 in Minneapolis and St. Paul will be closed this weekend as work begins on a bridge repair project. The transportation department says the eastbound lanes of 94 will close at 10 p.m. Friday night between Interstate 35W and Highway 280. Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Visas revoked, records terminated for more students at U of M, MSU MankatoProsecution of man accused of shooting neighbor paused after 2nd incompetency findingRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Mary Moriarty joins John for a conversation reflecting on her first two years as Hennepin County Attorney. We talk about navigating politics as an elected prosecutor; her approach to a recent spate of reckless driving and vehicular homicide cases; how to fix the problem of extremely low rates of police solving certain crimes; her occasionally strained relationship with Chief O'Hara; how we went from a commitment to reform in 2020 to a hypersensitivity and anger over any police criticism in 2025; how to ensure systemic change enacted under her leadership are durable and lasting; and much more.John expresses frustration about the case of state trooper Ryan Londregan, who shot and killed Ricky Cobb. Why is more attention not being paid to the fact it was a botched traffic stop? Is Governor Walz doing anything to ensure the state police receive proper training? Moriarty talks about her decisions in that case and why she ultimately dropped the charges.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

The Minnesota Supreme Court Thursday hears arguments on whether Republicans are conducting lawful proceedings in the state House. The anti-abortion group Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life held its annual "March for Life" at the State Capitol yesterday.  The group has denounced the rise in abortions in the state.And the Hennepin County Attorney's Office says it will not file charges against three Minneapolis police officers who fatally shot a man last June. County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the decision in the shooting of 39-year-old Michael Warren Ristow, who was shot police near the intersection of 33rd Street and Hiawatha Avenue.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.5 key questions as Minnesota Supreme Court weighs who controls the HouseOfficers won't face charges in fatal police shooting in MinneapolisRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

This episode of Conversations with Chanda takes you inside the mind of a prosecutor who is challenging the status quo and redefining what true public safety looks like. Mary Moriarty, the Hennepin County Attorney, shares a refreshingly honest and nuanced perspective on the criminal justice system - one that moves beyond simplistic notions of punishment and instead seeks to address the root causes of crime through compassion, rehabilitation, and community-based solutions. Her insights on the importance of early intervention, restorative justice, and empowering the community to engage with the legal process will leave you rethinking everything you thought you knew about the role of a prosecutor. www.hennepinattorney.org YT: @HennepinAttorney www.conversationswithchanda.com IG @chandasbaker & @conversationswithchanda Twitter/X: @chandasbaker

What is Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty saying about the case of the 10-year-old arrested for stealing a car and driving it through a school playground? Chad reviews and reacts to the statement from her office today and also mixes in some talk about having no interest in watching the Twin Cities Marathon.

Chad opens the hour reacting to a statement from the Hennepin County Attorney's Office and talking about his complete lack of interest in watching the Twin Cities Marathon before our usual Feisty Friday visit with Sheletta Brundidge.

We open the hour talking Vikings and Twins with Chip Scoggins before a visit with retired judge Kevin Burke about the Hennepin County Attorney's office filing hundreds of motions seeking private police data.

Minnesotans who lost a home for failing to pay property taxes in the past few years could be entitled to compensation. A statewide legal settlement provides more than $100 million for former homeowners who lost out on equity after their property was sold for more than they owed in taxes and fees.And Minneapolis police say they misidentified a man accused of pistol whipping two residents of a north Minneapolis shelter. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says investigators informed prosecutors of the error immediately.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesotans who lost their home to tax forfeiture may be entitled to money. Here's how to claim itProsecutors drop shelter attack charges against ‘misidentified' suspectRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota State University, Mankato announced a five-year agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield to open The Rural Behavioral Health Clinic this year. Rural patients living in greater Minnesota often encounter barriers to receiving services including having to travel great distances to see mental and behavioral health care providers.And the Hennepin County Attorney's Office today dismissed charges against a man accused of attacking residents of a north Minneapolis homeless shelter after police misidentified the suspect. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office Tuesday charged 56-year-old Steven Frane Bailey with criminal vehicular homicide and other charges, following a fatal crash Sunday evening at a St. Louis Park restaurant. And Minnesota officials say wildfire smoke will be in the unhealthy range for sensitive groups in northwestern Minnesota this week. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Man accused of driving car into outdoor patio in St. Louis Park faces 11 criminal chargesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Hennepin County Attorney revealed more details on the tragic incident at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park over the weekend, and they somehow managed to make the crash sound even worse. Jason discusses. 

Is Chad believing that Attorney General Keith Ellison isn't thinking about running for Hennepin County Attorney in 2026 after the conversation at the State Fair last Friday? We open the hour with that topic before discussing the Mike Zimmer interview in the Star Tribune over the weekend from Mark Craig. Plus, Mary McGuire of FOX9 joins to talk about many memories she has of fun at the Park Tavern, the horrible tragedy, and her connection to one of the victims.

Chad looks back at his conversation with Keith Ellison from Friday at the State Fair. After Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher confidently told us Ellison would run for Hennepin County Attorney in 2026, did Ellison give a definite denial?

Chad Hartman is joined on site by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and they discuss going after vaping companies, where they should be available, is he running for  Hennepin County Attorney, why Kamala Harris has changed her stance on fracking, Vikings expectations and more.

There's a young girl from Minneapolis who remains in critical condition Tuesday after being shot over the weekend along with three other children. The minors in question are between the ages of 11 and 13 and were shot while joyriding in a stolen car. The case renews the question about what to do when kids that young are committing serious crimes. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office wants police to refer cases to their office, and says that when there isn't enough evidence to charge, the child could instead be referred to their Youth Auto Theft Early Intervention Initiative. But Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says he wants to see those kids arrested and charged.The specifics of this case are unclear, due to privacy laws for children in the juvenile system. But it has renewed an argument between agencies about the best approach to stopping kids from committing serious crimes. To explain, two people from the organization Restorative Justice Community Action, which provides services to youth who have committed crimes in Hennepin and Ramsey counties, joined Minnesota Now. Cynthia Prosek is their executive director and Kara Beckman is University of Minnesota Researcher who works with the organization.

A 40-year-old Minnesota man, Matthew Scott Brenneman, has been sentenced to nearly 24 years in prison for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Danicka M. Bergeson, just days after being released from jail for previous assaults against her. Brenneman pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday, with the Hennepin County Prosecutor's Office agreeing to drop first-degree murder charges in exchange. Brenneman admitted to two aggravating factors: killing Bergeson in a "zone of privacy" and treating her with "particular cruelty" by leaving her body to decompose. The sentence means Brenneman will likely serve just over 15 years in a state correctional facility. Under the plea agreement's terms, Brenneman would serve 23.75 years in a state correctional facility. Individuals convicted of felonies in Minnesota typically serve two-thirds of their sentence, which in this case would be just over 15 years. The Hennepin County Attorney, Mary Moriarty, emphasized the need for aggressive prosecution of domestic violence cases to ensure the safety of victims and survivors. “We were hoping for a plea with a much stronger sentence, you know, upwards, closer to the 30. But maybe some play in there. But, you know, we certainly thought that we could get stronger sentencing,” she said. “There's frustration with the way the system works. I mean, even if you're charged with first-degree murder, you only serve two-thirds of that, which is 20 years. And that in and of itself is a painful revelation.” Brenneman had only been released from jail on June 27, 2023, after pleading guilty to attacking Bergeson in April and May, when he punched, bit, and choked her in their home — and threatened to kill her. Under his guilty plea in that case, prosecutors agreed “to no additional time” in jail if Brenneman did not violate a no-contact order — but two days later, according to cell phone records, he was near their apartment. On July 8, 2023, officers from the Hopkins Police Department were called to an apartment complex after a downstairs neighbor reported yelling and banging from the unit above. Upon entering the apartment, police found Brenneman in the bathroom, where they detected a strong smell of bleach; he had ingested it in a suicide attempt. He was subsequently arrested at the scene. Bergeson was discovered lying in her bed, wrapped in blankets and a plastic garbage bag, with numerous abrasions and bruises. Authorities believe she had been dead for at least a day. Investigators also recovered a series of notes that were written by Brenneman, including an apology and what appeared to be a confession. Bergeson's family expressed frustration with the sentencing, hoping for a longer term. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

A 40-year-old Minnesota man, Matthew Scott Brenneman, has been sentenced to nearly 24 years in prison for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Danicka M. Bergeson, just days after being released from jail for previous assaults against her. Brenneman pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday, with the Hennepin County Prosecutor's Office agreeing to drop first-degree murder charges in exchange. Brenneman admitted to two aggravating factors: killing Bergeson in a "zone of privacy" and treating her with "particular cruelty" by leaving her body to decompose. The sentence means Brenneman will likely serve just over 15 years in a state correctional facility. Under the plea agreement's terms, Brenneman would serve 23.75 years in a state correctional facility. Individuals convicted of felonies in Minnesota typically serve two-thirds of their sentence, which in this case would be just over 15 years. The Hennepin County Attorney, Mary Moriarty, emphasized the need for aggressive prosecution of domestic violence cases to ensure the safety of victims and survivors. “We were hoping for a plea with a much stronger sentence, you know, upwards, closer to the 30. But maybe some play in there. But, you know, we certainly thought that we could get stronger sentencing,” she said. “There's frustration with the way the system works. I mean, even if you're charged with first-degree murder, you only serve two-thirds of that, which is 20 years. And that in and of itself is a painful revelation.” Brenneman had only been released from jail on June 27, 2023, after pleading guilty to attacking Bergeson in April and May, when he punched, bit, and choked her in their home — and threatened to kill her. Under his guilty plea in that case, prosecutors agreed “to no additional time” in jail if Brenneman did not violate a no-contact order — but two days later, according to cell phone records, he was near their apartment. On July 8, 2023, officers from the Hopkins Police Department were called to an apartment complex after a downstairs neighbor reported yelling and banging from the unit above. Upon entering the apartment, police found Brenneman in the bathroom, where they detected a strong smell of bleach; he had ingested it in a suicide attempt. He was subsequently arrested at the scene. Bergeson was discovered lying in her bed, wrapped in blankets and a plastic garbage bag, with numerous abrasions and bruises. Authorities believe she had been dead for at least a day. Investigators also recovered a series of notes that were written by Brenneman, including an apology and what appeared to be a confession. Bergeson's family expressed frustration with the sentencing, hoping for a longer term. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

A Minnesota law enforcement group has filed an ethics complaint against Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty, claiming her actions in prosecuting a state trooper in the fatal shooting of a motorist violated rules of professional conduct.Joining MPR News host Cathy Wurzer is two people behind the complaint, Minnesota Police and Peace Officer's Association Executive Director Brian Peters and attorney Jim Schultz.

A strike by Minneapolis park workers continues. A week-long walkout was supposed to end Thursday, but workers say they have not been offered a fair contract and they will continue to stay off the job. And the Hennepin County Attorney's Office has charged some two dozen people with felony rioting for allegedly shooting fireworks at others — including police — on July Fourth.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Steven Atneosen. Steven describes himself as a husband, a father, a citizen of Earth and a lifelong optimist who is focused on leveraging technology and data to improve the quality of life. He's a passionate advocate for fairness and equity for all. Steven's commitment to justice and respect stems from his experiences being bullied as a child. This shaped his belief in the importance of treating others with kindness and integrity. These values have profoundly influenced Steven's career path, personal philosophy and relationship with money. As you'll hear in this conversation, Steven has provocative ideas for how society can use its financial resources to make the world a better and more sustainable place for all of us. Steven is CEO and cofounder of tomtA.ai, a data privacy and AI enablement solution that generates safe and precise data from PII data without privacy risk. He has been CxO, general counsel and chief privacy officer for private and public technology companies. His career spans over 20 years growing disruptive enterprise technology companies that leverage data and AI to improve health, mobility and energy. He hosts the Looked Up! Podcast and serves as a mentor at StartX (Stanford) and SkyDeck (Berkeley) accelerators. Before tomtA.ai, Steven was a founding team member and Vice President of Corporate Development for NIO's XPT division where he led business and product strategy including investment and acquisitions, culminating in NIO's IPO (NYSE: NIO). Prior to NIO, Steven was SVP, Corporate Development, General Counsel and Secretary for StayWell Health Management, accountable for StayWell's product and partner strategy until StayWell was merged with Krames and later acquired by Merck. Earlier in his career, Steven served as Vice President and General Counsel for two global technology companies: first at CarParts Technologies, a leading provider of supply chain software solutions for the automotive industry; and then at Aristocrat Technologies, the second largest technology provider to hospitality and gaming. Steven began supporting entrepreneurs and startups as an IP, franchise and technology lawyer at Mackall Crounse & Moore. Prior to Steven's private and corporate work, he was appointed to a United States Supreme Court appeal team for Minnesota vs. Dickerson at the Hennepin County Attorney's Office and served as a prosecutor on the drug team.

A busy final hour features some NBA and Wolves talk with Jim Petersen, Hennepin County Attorney sharing memories of her interactions with Joe Friedberg, and MPD chief Brian O'Hara discussing the life and memorials for fallen officer Jamal Mitchell.

An editorial in the Star Tribune from a former opponent of the Hennepin County Attorney is their most read piece all week.   Details from John Rash, our media and pop culture contributor and member of the Editorial Board at the paper.He joined Tom Hauser for The Rash Report. 

All seven defendants in the Feeding Our Future trial were in custody Monday night after someone dropped off a bag of cash at a juror's on Sunday. Jurors started deliberations Monday afternoon.And prosecutors dropped murder charges against Minnesota state trooper Ryan Londregan, who fatally shot Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year. Monday morning, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said the decision came because of new evidence that would make it impossible to prove unauthorized use of force.But Londregan's defense attorney, Chris Madel, argued hours later that the evidence was already in a notice of defense filed with the court in January. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Feeding Our Future prosecutor says juror was offered $120K to acquitAs charges are dismissed, Moriarty defends decision to charge state trooper and criticizes ‘political circus'Police association responds to Hennepin County Attorney's accusations of intimidationRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

In a long and wide ranging interview with Tom Hauser. Mary Moriarty discusses the case, her relationship with Governor Walz.  Spoiler alert....there isn't one.  (Renée Jones Schneider/Star Tribune via AP, File)

Hour 1: Jason talks about comments today from the Hennepin County Attorney and wonders if she's eroding her report. Then he's joined by author and founder of the Modern Elder Academy about seeing the good in Middle Age and the opportunities it presents. 

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has dropped charges against state trooper Ryan Londregan in the shooting death of motorist Ricky Cobb II.Londregan was one of three troopers who tried to arrest Cobb during a traffic stop last summer in Minneapolis. Cobb tried to drive away and Londregan shot into the vehicle. Londregan pleaded not guilty to murder and assault charges last month.Moriarty explained the choice to drop charges in a press conference Monday morning. Some of Moriarty's most pointed statements were aimed at a prominent law enforcement association, which she accused of helping the defense drum up a “political circus,” making the situation more difficult for the family of Ricky Cobb II. MPR News reporter Estelle Timar-Wilcox joined guest host Nina Moini to break down what Moriarty said in the press conference. Imran Ali, the General Counsel for the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association, then responded to the county attorney's remarks.

State Trooper Ryan Londregan won't have to face a criminal trial after the Hennepin County Attorney announced her decision on Sunday night.Reaction from Mike LeDoux from the State Troopers Association. 

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office's contract with outside attorneys to prosecute a Minnesota state trooper who fatally shot a motorist last summer will be capped at $1 million dollars. And the Minnesota Senate has defeated an attempt to allow misdemeanor charges against anyone under 21 for using or possessing cannabis.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Is Governor Walz still considering reassigning the Ryan Londregan case from the Hennepin County Attorney's office? What does Walz think of Mary Moriarty bringing in attorneys from out of state to work on the case? Walz responded to those questions yesterday and Chad reacts.

The Hennepin County Attorney's office is assembling a new prosecution team days before an important hearing in the case of state trooper Ryan Londregan, who is charged with the shooting death of motorist Ricky Cobb II last summer.And a jury has been seated in the first Feeding Our Future trial. Seven people are charged with stealing tens of millions of dollars from government meal programs as part of what prosecutors say was a much larger conspiracy.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Prosecution team in Londregan shooting case faces personnel changesJury seated in first Feeding Our Future trialRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

KARE-11 reporter Lou Raguse joins Chad to talk about a shakeup with the prosecution of the Ryan Londregan case and the impact it may have on the case and within the Hennepin County Attorney's office.

A program to prevent youth violence could reach more young people in Hennepin County. County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced in a press conference on Wednesday that her office and the county are each spending $250,000 to expand the effort. A pilot program that was already in place connected youth on supervised probation with outreach workers. Under the expansion, Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center police departments will make those connections for youth who are at risk of being involved in violence. The outreach groups offer support with mental health, employment, housing and other challenges. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty joined Minnesota Now to talk about the program.

Jason has had it with state and federal politicians trying to take the State Patrol Trooper case away from the Hennepin County Attorney. You don't have to agree with the charges, but interfering with the prosecution is too far. Agree?

The Minneapolis Police Department and the Hennepin County Attorney's office are trying to crack down on juvenile car thefts. But they seem to be disagreeing on how to go about it. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty presented the latest findings on youth auto thefts to a city council committee on Wednesday. Moriarty says her office's youth auto theft diversion program is working, but it can only do so much. In order for juveniles to be required to utilize the resources the attorney's office provides, they need to be charged with the crime. However, there's a big gap between reported auto thefts and cases being charged. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about it.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.

House Minority Leader Lisa Demuth joins Chad to talk about her party's calls for Mary Moriarty to resign her position as Hennepin County Attorney. Plus, Jamie Yuccas joins to share the ups and downs from her wedding in Australia and honeymoon in Fiji.

Hour 1: Jason talks with attorney Joe Tamburino about claims that the Hennepin County Attorney has withheld evidence. Then Brian Truitt from USA Today talks about last nights Oscars broadcast.

Chad reacts to the contentious interview between George Stephanopoulos and Congresswoman Nancy Mace on ABC's This Week yesterday. Plus, attorney Joe Friedberg joins on allegations that the Hennepin County Attorney's office was hiding information in their case against Trooper Ryan Londregan.

Attorney Joe Friedberg joins on allegations that the Hennepin County Attorney's office was hiding information in their case against Trooper Ryan Londregan.

Public Safety Policy Fellow and former 30-year law enforcement vet David Zimmer sits down with John Hinderaker to discuss the felony murder charges levied against the MN State Trooper who shot Ricky Cobb during a traffic stop last summer.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says her office will consider more wrongful conviction claims. She announced Tuesday they will establish a conviction integrity unit following Monday's release of Marvin Haynes from a Stillwater prison. A judge vacated his murder conviction after the Great North Innocence Project took up the case. Also, Metro Transit will soon deploy a code of conduct for riders. This is the evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Feven Gerezgiher. The theme music is by Gary Meister.

In an episode recorded the week before Thanksgiving, we look deeper on a topic that will never get old: Katie Cashman's amazing, unbelievable, nobody-saw-it-coming progressive victory in the Minneapolis Ward 7 City Council race. Chaz Mayo worked back to back (2021 and 2023) on the campaigns of two different progressive candidates in Ward 7. We talk about the landscape and recent political history; what made 2023 a breakthrough year; what Chaz saw in the 2022 race for Hennepin County Attorney that foreshadowed 2023; how Ward 7 almost didn't have a progressive candidate, even in a year with an open seat due to the retirement of 26-year incumbent juggernaut Lisa Goodman; how remarkable it is that in Ward 7, friendly territory for the All of Mpls/Chamber of Commerce alliance, they still couldn't field a decent candidate. We close the episode getting to know the real Chaz, who studied writing and directing in London at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Chaz lost touch with his art due to the covid-19 pandemic, but come 2024 will be putting on a big "dream-like" production of Hamlet. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee