In March 2021, the first of the former officers charged in the killing of George Floyd will go on trial in Minnesota. Police officers are rarely prosecuted in such cases—and the world will be watching.
MPR News, which has followed this case in detail from the beginning, will bring listeners updates on this monumental case, and the consequences it holds for the city and the country. Subscribe now to In Front of Our Eyes, created in collaboration with American Public Media.
With jury selection underway in the murder and manslaughter trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was recorded kneeling on George Floyd’s neck for more than eight minutes, MPR News received a lot of audience questions.
- Questions and Answers
In Earth Keeper: Reflections on the American Land, N. Scott Momaday reflects on his native ground and its influence on his people.
In this moving and lyrical book, which includes original artwork by the author, Momaday offers an homage and a warning. He reminds us that the Earth is a sacred place of wonder and beauty; a source of strength and healing that must be protected before it’s too late. As he so eloquently yet simply expresses, we must all be keepers of the Earth.
Attend Talking Volumes: Talking Race with N. Scott Momaday
Tuesday, March 16
7 p.m. CT
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During the month of March, Classical MPR celebrates Women's History Month as a way to give special recognition to the contributions and achievements of women. This Classical Kids Music Lesson features five women composers.
President Joe Biden is aiming for the country to begin to find a degree of normalcy and begin to move on from the coronavirus pandemic by the July 4th holiday, Biden announced in his first prime-time address Thursday night from the White House on the one-year anniversary of the pandemic.
- Poll Majority approves of Biden's handling of pandemic
The live music industry breathed a sigh of relief when Congress passed a $15 billion grant program for struggling venues. But owners still face uncertainty and delays.
Prosecutors have raised questions of bias in defense decisions dismissing several prospective jurors. The judge says he sees “no pattern whatsoever.” Jury selection continues Friday.
- Thursday Judge reinstates 3rd-degree murder charge; 6th juror chosen
- Jury selection How jurors will be picked in the Derek Chauvin trial
- Your questions about the trial, answered Jury selection, the charges and more
For thousands of Minnesotans with serious health complications, hope is on the horizon, as COVID-19 vaccine eligibility expands.
- Minnesota expands vaccine eligibility Shots for all possible by late April
- Who's eligible, how to sign up Getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Minnesota
It's time to download your bracket and to make your picks as The Current ramps up to March Music Madness 2021, happening March 23 to 26. This year's theme takes us on a road trip to music scenes across the United States.
Jury selection began March 9 in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the killing of George Floyd.
Chauvin is currently facing charges of second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter.
The goal of jury selection is to whittle the pool of potential jurors to a group that can fairly assess the charges against a defendant. Jurors will be tasked with deciding whether the state has proven their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
- Full coverage The killing of George Floyd and trial of Derek Chauvin
- What are the charges, how to watch and more What you need to know about the Chauvin trial
- Timeline George Floyd's death, protests and Derek Chauvin's trial
- #AskMPRNews How will MPR News cover the trial?
