July 19, 2001 -
July 16, 2001 - A report released today by a national law enforcement group is offering racial profiling policy recommendations for police officials around the country. The guidelines outlined in the Washington D.C.-based Police Executive Research Forum's report closely resemble policy changes put in place this year by Minneapolis and St. Paul police departments. And with good reason. Both departments played a role in shaping the report's recommendations
June 28, 2001 -
April 24, 2001 - The Metropolitan Airports Commission has presented a sneak preview of its new 73 million dollar Hubert H. Humphrey terminal. The new facility will begin service on May second. It's four times the size of the old terminal, which will be torn down to accomodate a new parking ramp. MAC representatives say the services and amenities found in the new facility will help passengers navigate the terminal with ease. And Twin Cities based Sun Country Airlines says the new terminal will improve its service and financial condition. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports.
April 17, 2001 - MPR’s Brandt Williams reports on the new Roy Wilkins Auditorium which is being discussed in the Minnesota house and senate. The new auditorium would feature trade shows and musical acts, as well as a new civil rights museum. Mayor of St. Paul Norm Coleman speaks in support of the new center. A 12 person Tribute Committee comprised of local civil rights activists, business leaders, and citizens spearheads the development of the new civil rights museum.
March 22, 2001 -
March 20, 2001 - St. Paul NAACP and Chief Finney meet to discuss racial profiling in the city.
February 22, 2001 - Former U S Attorney Todd Jones says the arrest, conviction and sentencing of drug dealer Carlos Vignali was by the book. Vignali was convicted of drug dealing in Minnesota and was one of 176 criminals pardoned by President Clinton in his last days in office. Minnesota law enforcment officials are expressing shock and anger at the pardon. And for some Minnesotans, the pardon is proof a double standard exisits in the nation's criminal justice system. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports:
January 24, 2001 - MPR’s Brandt Williams reports that the likeness of one of Minnesota's most notable former citizens has been immortalized by the United States Postal Service. The USPS Roy Wilkins Black Heritage stamp was unveiled on the campus of the University of Minnesota, Wilkins' alma mater. Williams summarizes the celebration, which included speeches and performances.
January 10, 2001 - African American drivers were pulled over and frisked more than Euro-Americans. Chief Finney comments on why this is so.