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Chauvin will NOT testify

April 15, 2021 By Scott Peterson

One big question hanging over the Derek Chauvin trial was answered this morning when Chauvin said he would invoke his fifth amendment right–and will not testify. Chauvin was asked by his attorney Eric Nelson: “I have repeatedly advised you that this is your decision and your decision alone, right?” Chauvin: “Correct.” Nelson: “I have advised […]

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Defense expert: Floyd died of cardiac arrest, drugs contributed

April 15, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Defense testimony could wrap up as soon as today in the Derek Chauvin trial. The cause of George Floyd’s death remains the key issue in Derek Chauvin’s trial. The state contends that Floyd died mostly as a result of Chauvin’s deadly force. But retired forensic pathologist for the defense, Dr. David Fowler testified Wednesday that […]

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Defense testimony continues today in Chauvin trial

April 14, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Testimony continues today in the Derek Chauvin trial. Defense use of force expert Barry Brodd on Tuesday testified that in his opinion, Derek Chauvin did *not* use deadly force on George Floyd. Brodd said he “felt that officer Chauvin’s interactions with Mr. Floyd were following his training, following current practices in policing and were objectively […]

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Defense expected to begin its case today in Chauvin trial

April 13, 2021 By Scott Peterson

The defense is expected to begin its case today in the Derek Chauvin trial. Judge Pete Cahill says Morries Hall will take the stand today. Hall has indicated he plans to invoke his 5th amendment right against self-incrimination. Hall was with George Floyd in the moments before Floyd died. Defense attorney Eric Nelson on Monday […]

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Prosecution expert testifies George Floyd did not die from “cardiac event…drug overdose”

April 12, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Judge Pete Cahill this morning denied the defense’s request to sequester the Derek Chauvin jury in the wake of last night’s deadly shooting in Brooklyn Center and its aftermath. Defense Attorney Eric Nelson argued, “there was some fairly extensive civil unrest that occurred, I would note for the court that we have at least one […]

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Breathing expert says George Floyd died from a low level of oxygen

April 8, 2021 By Scott Peterson

It’s day nine of testimony in the Derek Chauvin trial. The state called its first medical expert witness of the day–Dr. Martin Tobin specializes in pulmonology and breathing. Dr. Tobin testified today that “Mr. Floyd died from a low level of oxygen and this caused damage to his brain that we see and it also […]

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George Floyd drug use a key part of Wednesday’s testimony in Chauvin trial

April 8, 2021 By Scott Peterson

George Floyd’s alleged drug use on the day of his death was a big part of testimony Wednesday in the Derek Chauvin trial. Pills taken as evidence from the squad car police were trying to get Floyd into had saliva matching Floyd’s DNA. Though the pills had markings indicating they contained oxycodone and acetaminophen further […]

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Expert witness for state: Chauvin’s use of force “excessive”

April 7, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Testimony of the state’s first paid expert witness continues today in the Derek Chauvin trial. L-A-P-D Sergeant Jody Stiger is a use-of-force review board member in LA. Stiger testified on Tuesday that after reviewing the evidence in the Chauvin case, he concluded that Chauvin’s use of force with George Floyd was “excessive.” Stiger said in […]

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Morries Hall, who was with George Floyd on the night he died, plans to invoke the 5th

April 6, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Before the jury was brought in this morning, the man who was with George Floyd on the night he died, appeared in court from jail via video. Morries Hall, through his attorney, Adrienne Cousins, announced his plan to invoke his Fifth Amendment constitutional right against self-incrimination. Cousins this morning told Judge Pete Cahill “your honor […]

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MPD Chief Arradondo takes the stand in Chauvin trial

April 5, 2021 By Scott Peterson

Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo took the witness stand for the state today in the Derek Chauvin trial. Chief Arradondo gave an overview of his career and experience with the MPD. And he addressed the standard of the department’s professional policing policy saying “our Minneapolis police department professional policing is really about treating people with […]

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Gopher football announces details on 2021 Spring Game (AUDIO)

The University of Minnesota football team will hold its annual spring game at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 1 at TCF Bank Stadium. The traditional Maroon versus Gold tilt will once again end with the victorious team hoisting the coveted Goldy’s Cup and a player being named the Sid Hartman Spring Game MVP. Up to […]

Gopher volleyball wins NCAA opener (AUDIO)

The No. 3 University of Minnesota volleyball program advanced to the Regional Semifinal with a 3-0 win over Georgia Tech, last night in Omaha, Neb. Minnesota (16-2) won by scores of 25-19, 25-21, 25-18 and will play Pittsburgh on Sunday at noon. The Golden Gophers had three with double-digit kills this evening. Stephanie Samedy had […]

MSHSL approves spring state tournaments

BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — Plans for spring championship experiences, competitive section placements beginning with the 2021-2022 school year and a position statement by the League’s Sports Medicine Advisory Committee regarding masking in outdoor competitions were approved today during the Minnesota State High School League’s Board of Directors meeting that was held in a virtual format. […]

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