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Minnesota Nonprofit Leader Banned for 20 Years and Fined $200,000 for Misconduct

Minnesota Nonprofit Leader Banned for 20 Years and Fined $200,000 for Misconduct

Rajesh Mehta, president of the now-dissolved St. Paul nonprofit Act for Cause (AFC), has been banned for 20 years from serving as an officer or director of any Minnesota nonprofit. This decision is part of a settlement reached with the Minnesota Attorney General's Office. Mehta is also required to pay $200,000 in penalties, with $100,000 of that amount stayed. The Attorney General, Keith Ellison, filed a lawsuit against Mehta and AFC, alleging self-dealing, misuse of nonprofit assets, and various governance violations. AFC, established in December 2014, aimed to assist individuals with employment, community support, and access to housing information. The investigation by the Charities Division of the Minnesota Attorney General's Office was initiated following a complaint from a constituent, leading to the lawsuit and subsequent settlement.

Minneapolis Police Investigate I-94 Shooting, One Critically Injured

Minneapolis Police Investigate I-94 Shooting, One Critically Injured

Minneapolis Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on I-94 on Saturday afternoon, resulting in one man being critically injured. The shooting was reported around 4:38 p.m. Officers located the victim on northbound 35W at 11th Avenue, who was subsequently transported to a hospital and is currently listed in critical condition. Authorities confirmed that the shooting was captured on video, allowing them to pinpoint the exact location of the incident: I-94 Eastbound between Portland Avenue and Chicago Avenue. Following the event, portions of the interstate were shut down to facilitate evidence collection. The suspect is believed to have fled the scene in a vehicle on eastbound I-94.

One Dead, Multiple Injured in Taunton House Party Shooting

One Dead, Multiple Injured in Taunton House Party Shooting

A shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, early Sunday morning resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. Taunton police received several 911 calls around 12:30 a.m. reporting shots fired and multiple people hit in the area of Weir and Sumner streets. Responding officers found multiple victims with gunshot wounds at a home on Weir Street. Eight people were injured in total, all in their early twenties. Zirovick Depina, 22, of Brockton, MA, was pronounced dead Sunday morning. Another victim is in serious but stable condition, while the remaining victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Some victims were transported to area hospitals by emergency services, while others may have sought medical treatment independently. Taunton and state police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Columbia Heights Parking Lot Shooting Injures Three, One Suspect in Custody

Columbia Heights Parking Lot Shooting Injures Three, One Suspect in Custody

Three men sustained injuries after a shooting incident in a Columbia Heights parking lot on Saturday. The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office reported that multiple agencies responded to the scene around 12:52 a.m. in the 3800 block of Central Ave NE. Authorities indicated that two men exchanged gunfire outside a building, and three individuals in the parking lot were caught in the crossfire. These three men were transported to a local hospital in private vehicles, and their injuries are not considered life-threatening. One suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the shooting. Investigators are actively working to identify the second shooter, and authorities have stated that the incident does not appear to be random. The Columbia Heights Police Department and the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the matter.

Winona County Pays $128K Ransom After Cyberattack, Faces Second Attack Months Later

Winona County Pays $128K Ransom After Cyberattack, Faces Second Attack Months Later

Winona County, Minnesota, negotiated and paid a $128,539 ransom following a cyberattack on its IT network in January. This incident forced the county to pause some operations, reverting to manual processes. The decision to pay the ransom was made after careful consideration and guidance from their cybersecurity team, aiming to restore services and protect personal information. Approximately $50,000 of the ransom was covered by insurance, with the remaining $78,000 sourced from county levy money. Just months after the January incident, the county was targeted by a different group of cybercriminals in April. This highlights a growing trend of sophisticated cyberattacks against federal, state, and local governments, as indicated by the state’s 2025 Cybersecurity Incident Report. The report notes 269 public entities and government contractors in Minnesota reported possible cybersecurity incidents last year, including Rochester Public Schools in 2023 and the city of St. Paul last summer.

One Man Injured in Fort Lauderdale Shooting Following Police Intervention in Fight

One Man Injured in Fort Lauderdale Shooting Following Police Intervention in Fight

Authorities in Broward County, Florida, are investigating an overnight shooting in Fort Lauderdale that left one man injured. The incident occurred around 3:45 a.m. in the area of Southwest Second Street and Third Avenue. Police officers were already on the scene breaking up a fight when they heard a gunshot. Multiple individuals were detained at the location, and investigators recovered one firearm. Initially, no victims or injured persons were found at the scene. However, shortly after the incident, a man arrived at Plantation General Hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. According to police, this victim has not cooperated with investigators regarding the shooting. One person who was detained at the scene, an alleged innocent bystander, reported being handcuffed without explanation.

One Person Shot After Intoxicated Gunman Opens Fire at Southwest Houston Restaurant

One Person Shot After Intoxicated Gunman Opens Fire at Southwest Houston Restaurant

One person was hospitalized after being randomly struck by gunfire outside a southwest Houston restaurant late Saturday night. According to the Houston Police Department, the shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. near Beechnut Street and Corporate Drive. The incident began when an intoxicated man and his nephew were asked to leave the restaurant by security and the owner due to their behavior. After being escorted out, the suspect reportedly retrieved a firearm from his vehicle and began shooting towards the business. A man in his 30s, who was outside with a witness, was hit in the torso and leg. Police stated that the victim was not believed to have been specifically targeted. The injured man was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive his injuries. Investigators have identified the suspect, believed to be in his 50s, but no arrests have been made as the investigation remains ongoing.

Two Injured in Dinkytown Shooting Near University of Minnesota Campus

Two Injured in Dinkytown Shooting Near University of Minnesota Campus

Two men sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in Dinkytown, an area adjacent to the University of Minnesota’s East Bank campus. The incident prompted multiple safety alerts for University of Minnesota students, advising them to avoid the vicinity. Minneapolis Police officers, who were assisting University of Minnesota police with several disturbances in the area of Fourth Street Southeast and 13th Avenue Southeast, heard gunshots around 2:41 a.m. Both victims were transported to a hospital for treatment. Authorities detained several individuals, including one man jailed for a weapons violation after being found with an unlicensed handgun. Multiple firearms were recovered from the scene, and investigators are working to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting.

ICE officer pleads not guilty to lying about shooting and is released from custody

ICE officer pleads not guilty to lying about shooting and is released from custody

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been released from federal custody after pleading not guilty to lying to investigators about the circumstances that led to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minnesota immigration crackdown last winter

ICE officer charged in Minnesota shooting released on bond

ICE officer charged in Minnesota shooting released on bond

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been released from federal custody after appearing in court on charges of lying to investigators about the circumstances that led to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minnesota immigration crackdown last winter

Minnesota Supreme Court Implements Statewide Ban on Firearms in Court Facilities

Minnesota Supreme Court Implements Statewide Ban on Firearms in Court Facilities

The Minnesota Supreme Court, under Chief Justice Natalie Hudson, has enacted a statewide ban on firearms and other weapons in all court-occupied areas across Minnesota. This new policy, effective September 1, 2026, extends to county government buildings and other facilities utilized by the state's district courts, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court for official business. The order specifically applies to individuals who possess valid permits to carry firearms, meaning such permits no longer authorize weapon possession within these designated court areas. Limited exceptions are made for licensed peace officers and federally authorized law enforcement officers acting in their official capacities, as well as for weapons introduced as evidence during trials, provided advance notice and safety protocols are followed. This initiative expands upon existing restrictions that have been in place since 2003 at the Minnesota Judicial Center and the Supreme Court courtroom within the State Capitol. Chief judges also r...

Criminal Charges Filed Against Sun Badger Solar Owners in Waukesha County for Theft by Contractor

Criminal Charges Filed Against Sun Badger Solar Owners in Waukesha County for Theft by Contractor

Criminal Charges Filed Against Sun Badger Solar Owners in Waukesha County for Theft by Contractor