Man sentenced to 12 years in prison for attempted murder in shooting of Minneapolis police officer - Minneapolis news - NewsLocker (2024)

Frederick Davis Jr., 19, admitted to firing a dozen shots at the unmarked vehicle following him, but denied knowingly targeting police.

Is Minneapolis' bird-safe glass ordinance saving avian lives?

A city ordinance passed in 2016 requires new skyways to have bird-safe glass. A citizen science project is hitting the streets to test its efficacy.

Minnesota music legend Spider John Koerner, who influenced Dylan and Raitt, dies at 85

The vet of Minneapolis' West Bank folk/blues scene inspired several generations of players but stayed humble in his six-decade career.

Minneapolis traffic deaths still well above pre-pandemic levels

The total number of crashes in the city has fallen, but deaths remain stubbornly high; officials think speeding is to blame.

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3 people fatally shot in different Minneapolis neighborhoods within 17 hours; 2 of the victims ID'd

No arrests have been announced nor motives addressed in any of the homicides.

25 years in prison for convicted pedophile from Minneapolis who coerced girls to produce child p*rn

One of his victims was 8 years old at the time.

3 people fatally shot in different Minneapolis neighborhoods within 17-hour span

No arrests have been announced nor motives addressed in any of the homicides.

Champlin Park, Randolph soar, Cretin-Derham Hall, Red Lake Falls persist in softball state rankings

Champlin Park made a move in Class 4A, two No. 1 teams held on amid slumps, and Randolph just kept winning.

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Probation for man who repeatedly broke into Minneapolis police lot, stole evidence from vehicles

Evidence from a homicide was disturbed, according to the criminal complaint.

Dolores Rosedale, model on 'Beat the Clock,' dies at 95 in Minneapolis assisted-care facility

The Minnesota native also had a memorable scene in "The Seven Year Itch" and had a doll named after her.

Dolores Rosedale, model on 'Beat the Clock,' dies at 95 in a Minneapolis assisted-care facility

The Minnesota native also had a memorable scene in "The Seven Year Itch" and had a doll named after her.

Minnesota fans delight in Timberwolves' 45-point blowout of the Denver Nuggets in Game 6

Chants of "Wolves in 7″ rang out through Target Center and social media.

Police investigate two homicides on same day in Minneapolis

The fatal shootings do not appear to be related, police said.

Minnesota House to take up contentious bill setting minimum pay for Uber, Lyft drivers

The Senate has yet to schedule a vote on the hotly debated bill, and Gov. Tim Walz's office is still signaling hesitation.

House expected to vote on driver pay minimums

The Senate has yet to schedule a vote on the hotly debated bill, and Gov. Tim Walz's office is still signaling hesitation.

Timberwolves fans pumped, excited and optimistic at Game 6 against Denver

One fan said he brought his secret weapon to the game against the Nuggets: a friend who has never seen the Wolves lose when he goes to Target Center.

Timberwolves fans are pumped, excited and optimistic after Game 6 against Denver

One fan said he brought his secret weapon to the game against the Nuggets: a friend who has never seen the Wolves lose when he goes to Target Center.

Wolves fans are pumped, excited and cautiously optimistic at Game Six against Denver

One fan said he brought his secret weapon to the game: a friend who has never seen the Wolves lose when he goes to Target Center.

Guthrie reports a record $3.8 million deficit

Audiences and donors have not come back in expected numbers, theater officials said.

Suit: Cops peeked into Brooklyn Center home, saw doll, made up 'baby in distress' call and broke in

A man in the basem*nt thought he was going to be attacked, according to the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Minneapolis.

Horse poop on Midtown Greenway? Minneapolis mounted police aren't required to clean it up

Droppings decompose quickly, the patrol unit says.

Cyclist discovers 'shocking' mess on greenway. Minneapolis mounted police explain.

Droppings decompose quickly, the patrol unit says.

New rideshare company Wridz hits the streets in Minneapolis as Uber and Lyft vow exit

Meanwhile, MyWeels, a second company recently licensed by the city, continues to ramp up operations.

Lotto-winning Tennessee monk helped bring Guthrie's epic Shakespeare History Plays to the stage

The three plays, which can be seen in a 13-hour marathon Saturday, have drawn patrons from 46 states and three countries.

Lotto-winning Tennessee ex-monk helped bring Guthrie's epic Shakespeare History Plays to the stage

The three plays, which can be seen in a 13-hour marathon Saturday, have drawn patrons from 46 states and three countries.

Frey's pick for Minneapolis civil rights director has strong support, but ... why would she want the job?

Michelle Phillips has strong support from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and his critics on the City Council. But she's walking into a messy situation.

Frey's pick for Minneapolis civil rights director has council support to take on tough role

Michelle Phillips has strong support from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and his critics on the City Council. But she's walking into a messy situation.

New rideshare company Wridz is hitting the streets in Minneapolis as Uber and Lyft vow exit

Meanwhile, MyWeels, a second company recently licensed by the city, continues to ramp up operations.

A new rideshare company is hitting the streets in Minneapolis as Uber and Lyft vow exit

Meanwhile, MyWheels, a second company recently licensed by the city, continues to ramp up operations.

University of Minnesota professor wins $150,000 prize

University of Minnesota professor V. V. Ganeshananthan won the $150,000 Carol Shields prize for her novel "Brotherless Night."