Wednesday, January 30 2013 11:58 AM EST2013-01-30 16:58:22 GMT
Wounded former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords appeared as an unscheduled witness Wednesday at the year's first congressional hearing on curbing gun violence.
Wounded former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords appeared as an unscheduled witness Wednesday at the year's first congressional hearing on curbing gun violence, adding drama to a session that was already slated to hear from a top official of the National Rifle Association.
Tuesday, January 29 2013 7:16 PM EST2013-01-30 00:16:07 GMT
The Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women released its 2012 Femicide Report on Tuesday, showing 14 women died from domestic violence last year, down from 23 in 2011.
The Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women released its 2012 Femicide Report on Tuesday, showing 14 women died from domestic violence last year, down from 23 in 2011.
Wednesday, January 23 2013 7:09 PM EST2013-01-24 00:09:52 GMT
A group of Minnesota sheriffs, led by Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek and Carver County Sheriff Jim Olson, want to make it harder for people living with mental illness to get guns.
A group of Minnesota sheriffs, led by Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek and Carver County Sheriff Jim Olson, want to make it harder for people living with mental illness to get guns.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) -
Two DFL lawmakers, along with Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman, introduced legislation Thursday that would restrict gun possession for three new categories of violent felons in Minnesota.
Sen. Ron Latz (DFL-St. Louis Park), Rep. John Lesch (DFL-St. Paul) said the package of proposals, which were developed by Freeman and supported by the board of Urban Minnesota County Attorneys, will be effective in cutting gun violence.
The bill has three main goals for gun control in Minnesota:
1. Keep guns away from convicted felony domestic violence offenders by defining it as a crime of violence and increasing the penalty for possessing a firearm.
2. Prosecute juveniles as adults the second time the are caught with a gun.
3. Prevent felons who can't own guns from possessing ammunition.
Sen. Latz said the legislation would give prosecutors the tools they need to keep guns out of the hands people most likely to use them in a violent, criminal act.
"This package of practical laws will allow prosecutors throughout the state to get guns out of the hands of people who have shown they are dangerous and put them back in prison if they are found with a gun or ammunition," Freeman said.
Officials stress the bill would not change any existing laws for law-abiding citizens.
"This bill is a collaborative effort to keep guns away from convicted criminals, children, and those whom a court has ordered civilly committed," said Rep. Lesch. "It is a common-sense approach by law enforcement to keep our neighborhoods safe."
The bill would also make it a crime to knowingly give or help a felon obtain a gun.
If passed, the law would also stop anyone who is civilly committed from obtaining a gun while their case works through the court system.
The legislation is just one part of a larger discussion at the Capitol on gun control in Minnesota. A House committee will take up several bills next week, and the Senate plans to set aside two days later next month to consider the gun bills.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:08 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:08:13 GMT
An NYPD detective is accused of hacking into department computers and obtaining information about dozens of people including co-workers. Edwin Vargas was arrested Tuesday outside his home in Bronxville.
An NYPD detective is accused of hacking into department computers and obtaining information about dozens of people including co-workers.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:39:13 GMT
The MTA says limited service will resume this afternoon on Metro-North and Amtrak trains between New York and New Haven.
The MTA says limited service will resume this afternoon on Metro-North and Amtrak trains between New York and New Haven. Beginning with the 3:07 p.m. departure from Grand Central Terminal, Metro-North will operate about half of the regular eastbound PM peak service and regular hourly westbound service with the 4:23 PM train from New Haven. Repair work on tracks that were damaged in last week's train collision has progressed quickly, says the MTA.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:33 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:33:20 GMT
A New Jersey priest who resigned after admitting he worked unsupervised with kids despite a legal agreement that barred him from doing so is headed to court.
A New Jersey priest who resigned after admitting he worked unsupervised with kids despite a legal agreement that barred him from doing so is headed to court.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:23:53 GMT
The New York jury on which Caroline Kennedy served has acquitted a man of dealing crack cocaine. Kennedy was juror No. 7 at the trial of Harlem resident Nelson Chatman.
The New York jury on which Caroline Kennedy served has acquitted a man of dealing crack cocaine. Kennedy was juror No. 7 at the trial of Harlem resident Nelson Chatman.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:51:26 GMT
The Metropolitan Opera says it's decided to disband its resident ballet company.
The Metropolitan Opera says it's decided to disband its resident ballet company. The American Guild of Musical Artists said the eight remaining dancers of the Metropolitan Opera Ballet have accepted buyout packages.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:06:47 GMT
Looking for some waterfront property in tony Greenwich? A 50-acre compound known as Copper Beach Farm has hit the market with an asking price of $190 million.
Looking for some waterfront property in tony Greenwich? A 50-acre compound known as Copper Beach Farm has hit the market with an asking price of $190 million.
