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Over 1700 unexamined sexual kits were discovered at MPD. Melissa Zimmerman’s kit was one of them. Listen to her traumatic journey.
HCAO Press Conference: Conviction in Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (11/12/25)
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November 14, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Over 1700 unexamined sexual kits were discovered at MPD. Melissa Zimmerman’s kit was one of them. Listen to her traumatic journey.
This result took far too long, and I am sorry,” said County Attorney Mary Moriarty, speaking at a post-sentencing news conference with Zimmerman and her husband standing steps behind her.
www.startribune.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:08 AM
This result took far too long, and I am sorry,” said County Attorney Mary Moriarty, speaking at a post-sentencing news conference with Zimmerman and her husband standing steps behind her.
Dr. James Densley describes our conversation. We:
• Define the many forms of gun violence, before examining in depth the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and the broader pattern of mass shootings; placing victims, survivors, perpetrators, and context front and center.
• Define the many forms of gun violence, before examining in depth the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and the broader pattern of mass shootings; placing victims, survivors, perpetrators, and context front and center.
We Don't Have to Choose E.8
Podcast Episode · We Don't Have to Choose · 11/06/2025 · 1h 14m
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November 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Dr. James Densley describes our conversation. We:
• Define the many forms of gun violence, before examining in depth the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and the broader pattern of mass shootings; placing victims, survivors, perpetrators, and context front and center.
• Define the many forms of gun violence, before examining in depth the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and the broader pattern of mass shootings; placing victims, survivors, perpetrators, and context front and center.
I’m sure many of us have wondered how and why the mass shooting at Annunciation happened. In this episode, I talked to Dr. James Densley about mass shootings using the Annunciation shooter’s journal as context. The good news is that we can prevent school shootings. Listen to find out how.
We Don't Have to Choose E.8
Podcast Episode · We Don't Have to Choose · 11/06/2025 · 1h 14m
podcasts.apple.com
November 6, 2025 at 11:53 PM
I’m sure many of us have wondered how and why the mass shooting at Annunciation happened. In this episode, I talked to Dr. James Densley about mass shootings using the Annunciation shooter’s journal as context. The good news is that we can prevent school shootings. Listen to find out how.
I love to vote on Election Day! Please vote if you haven’t, because every vote matters.
November 4, 2025 at 1:21 PM
I love to vote on Election Day! Please vote if you haven’t, because every vote matters.
Thank you to Minnesota Women’s Press for this wonderful write up on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). Check out the toolkit created by the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.
RESOURCE: Extreme Risk Protection Orders, what it does and who it might be for
The Hennepin County attorney's office has created a toolkit to help people understand the value of Extreme Risk Protection Orders, and the warning signs that might require it.
www.womenspress.com
October 31, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Thank you to Minnesota Women’s Press for this wonderful write up on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). Check out the toolkit created by the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.
Our HCAO therapy dog, Barrett, is dressed for the holiday. Barrett provides support for kids, adult victims, and staff. Barrett is a sweet boy.
October 29, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Our HCAO therapy dog, Barrett, is dressed for the holiday. Barrett provides support for kids, adult victims, and staff. Barrett is a sweet boy.
Please join me tonight at the Central Library in Minneapolis for an important discussion about mass violence. Dr. James Densley will talk about why mass shootings happen and what we can do to prevent them. This will be our first live podcast recording for “We Don’t Have to Choose.”
October 28, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Please join me tonight at the Central Library in Minneapolis for an important discussion about mass violence. Dr. James Densley will talk about why mass shootings happen and what we can do to prevent them. This will be our first live podcast recording for “We Don’t Have to Choose.”
Join us for this much needed conversation on mass shootings and what we can do to prevent them. Tomorrow night at Minneapolis Central Library.
October 27, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Join us for this much needed conversation on mass shootings and what we can do to prevent them. Tomorrow night at Minneapolis Central Library.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said in a statement that criminal charges are a necessary deterrent because of the planning and thought that goes into committing white collar crime.
Top Twin Cities real estate agent charged with failing to pay nearly $400,000 in taxes
Prosecutors allege Kevin Mullen, who has closed multimillion-dollar deals in the past four years, has an accrued tax deficiency that actually goes back to 2008.
www.startribune.com
October 26, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said in a statement that criminal charges are a necessary deterrent because of the planning and thought that goes into committing white collar crime.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the event isn't just about awareness — it's about access.
Hennepin County addresses domestic violence and survivor support at summit
Domestic violence is at a breaking point as resources to fight it are being cut.
www.cbsnews.com
October 22, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the event isn't just about awareness — it's about access.
This year I started a podcast called, “We Don’t Have to Choose.” It explores why we don’t have to choose between public safety and evidence based reform. Please subscribe today!
We Don't Have to Choose Ep.7
Podcast Episode · We Don't Have to Choose · 09/23/2025 · 1h 3m
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October 17, 2025 at 12:53 PM
This year I started a podcast called, “We Don’t Have to Choose.” It explores why we don’t have to choose between public safety and evidence based reform. Please subscribe today!
Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate. It can happen to anyone. If you need help safety planning, getting an order for protection or assessing resources, please walk in or call the Domestic Abuse Service Center (DASC).
HCAO Domestic Violence Message
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October 16, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate. It can happen to anyone. If you need help safety planning, getting an order for protection or assessing resources, please walk in or call the Domestic Abuse Service Center (DASC).
“We went out to Denver as a group, and some representatives from Hennepin County came and we learned about the Denver model, which was to have an intense effort around those investigations.”
HCAO did go and we were excited about the Denver model. Minneapolis didn’t implement it.
HCAO did go and we were excited about the Denver model. Minneapolis didn’t implement it.
We treat every non-fatal shooting in Saint Paul with the same urgency as a homicide. We’re solving more cases, cutting crime by double digits, and producing a record-low homicide rate—proving this action-driven approach creates safer outcomes.
St. Paul solved more crimes, had drastically fewer homicides in 2025
A remarkable shift is under way in St. Paul. The city is on track for a 70 percent drop in homicides by the end of 2025. And they’re solving more than 70 percent of crimes.
www.mprnews.org
October 14, 2025 at 12:31 PM
“We went out to Denver as a group, and some representatives from Hennepin County came and we learned about the Denver model, which was to have an intense effort around those investigations.”
HCAO did go and we were excited about the Denver model. Minneapolis didn’t implement it.
HCAO did go and we were excited about the Denver model. Minneapolis didn’t implement it.
Did you know there are choirs at the prisons in Shakopee (women) and Stillwater? Voices of Hope is the organization that made it happen. The choirs help build a sense of belonging and hope for those incarcerated. Check it out and donate to this wonderful group.groyphttps://www.wearevoicesofhope.org/
October 12, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Did you know there are choirs at the prisons in Shakopee (women) and Stillwater? Voices of Hope is the organization that made it happen. The choirs help build a sense of belonging and hope for those incarcerated. Check it out and donate to this wonderful group.groyphttps://www.wearevoicesofhope.org/
One murder is too many. And we have tools that could prevent many murders that we need to implement.
The good news is that Minneapolis is trending in the right direction, along with other big cities throughout the country.
The good news is that Minneapolis is trending in the right direction, along with other big cities throughout the country.
Murder was down nearly 20% in the 30 cities with the most murders in 2024 (available through September in 29 of the 30 cities).
October 11, 2025 at 2:23 PM
One murder is too many. And we have tools that could prevent many murders that we need to implement.
The good news is that Minneapolis is trending in the right direction, along with other big cities throughout the country.
The good news is that Minneapolis is trending in the right direction, along with other big cities throughout the country.
County Attorney Mary Moriarty formed a dedicated ERPO team: Rena Alexander supports law enforcement cases and Bridget Liverca guides family filed petitions, including for domestic violence survivors.
Hennepin County Red Flag Orders | ERPOs and Mental Health
Hennepin County red flag orders lead Minnesota in 2025 with 50 filings. Officials pair ERPOs with mental health resources to prevent crises and reduce gun violence.
spokesman-recorder.com
October 11, 2025 at 1:22 PM
County Attorney Mary Moriarty formed a dedicated ERPO team: Rena Alexander supports law enforcement cases and Bridget Liverca guides family filed petitions, including for domestic violence survivors.
“Accountability for these crimes took more than a decade but it has finally been delivered,” Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said in a statement.
Jury convicts man of 2013 rape in Minneapolis park
The prosecution’s case grew out of an initiative to have untested sex assault kits examined for incriminating evidence.
www.startribune.com
October 11, 2025 at 1:31 AM
“Accountability for these crimes took more than a decade but it has finally been delivered,” Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said in a statement.
Why are clearance rates important? The person is caught. High clearance rates, not long punishment, is the best deterrent to crime. And we sometimes see multiple incidents of gun violence which could have been prevented had the person been caught the first time.
Minneapolis could, I imagine, have nice things too. If they elected leaders who choose to implement the solutions that we know already work.
October 11, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Why are clearance rates important? The person is caught. High clearance rates, not long punishment, is the best deterrent to crime. And we sometimes see multiple incidents of gun violence which could have been prevented had the person been caught the first time.
This is a terrific article by Clint Combs which speaks to the data and the political context of law enforcement opposition. Thanks @jesspish.bsky.social for your insights.
Hennepin County pretextual traffic stops: prosecutions to end
Hennepin County pretextual traffic stops policy ends prosecutions from minor stops like tabs or tint, citing racial disparities and refocusing on serious crime.
spokesman-recorder.acemlnc.com
October 8, 2025 at 2:32 PM
This is a terrific article by Clint Combs which speaks to the data and the political context of law enforcement opposition. Thanks @jesspish.bsky.social for your insights.
What is Copaganda and how has it harmed our ability to have real public safety? Why do so many democrats promote it even though it’s contrary to the values democrats purportedly agree with? Check out episode #7 of “We Don’t Have to Choose,” featuring Alec Karakatsanis.
We Don't Have to Choose Ep.7
Podcast Episode · We Don't Have to Choose · 09/23/2025 · 1h 3m
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October 7, 2025 at 8:24 PM
What is Copaganda and how has it harmed our ability to have real public safety? Why do so many democrats promote it even though it’s contrary to the values democrats purportedly agree with? Check out episode #7 of “We Don’t Have to Choose,” featuring Alec Karakatsanis.
Moriarty emphasized that data consistently shows pretext stops disproportionately target Black and brown drivers without significantly contributing to crime reduction.
Hennepin County pretextual traffic stops: prosecutions to end
Hennepin County pretextual traffic stops policy ends prosecutions from minor stops like tabs or tint, citing racial disparities and refocusing on serious crime.
spokesman-recorder.com
October 7, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Moriarty emphasized that data consistently shows pretext stops disproportionately target Black and brown drivers without significantly contributing to crime reduction.
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First, Minneaopolis Monday October 6. Please come join us. This will be very interesting. moonpalacebooks.com/events/37121...
Book Talk: Copaganda | Moon Palace Books
Your neighborhood independent bookstore located in south Minneapolis. Selling new and used books since 2012.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:01 AM
First, Minneaopolis Monday October 6. Please come join us. This will be very interesting. moonpalacebooks.com/events/37121...
Tonight 6:00 at Moon Palace Books. Alec Karakatsanis talking about his book Copaganda with @mollypeonies.bsky.social
GOOD PEOPLE: Come to this book talk on Mon. at Moon Palace w/Copaganda author @equalityalec.bsky.social and Mary Moriarty. You can grab a copy there if you haven't already!
Also...I will be "moderating" the conversation, which I am incredibly excited to do!
moonpalacebooks.com/events/37121...
Also...I will be "moderating" the conversation, which I am incredibly excited to do!
moonpalacebooks.com/events/37121...
Book Talk: Copaganda | Moon Palace Books
Your neighborhood independent bookstore located in south Minneapolis. Selling new and used books since 2012.
moonpalacebooks.com
October 6, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Tonight 6:00 at Moon Palace Books. Alec Karakatsanis talking about his book Copaganda with @mollypeonies.bsky.social
Tonight! Moon Palace Books! 6:00! Alec Karakatsanis talking about his book “Copaganda.”
THREAD. This week, I'm doing Copaganda events in Minneapolis, Madison, and Milwaukee about the role of elite institutions--media, Democrats, universities, nonprofits--in the great problems of our time. And what we can do about it together.
October 6, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Tonight! Moon Palace Books! 6:00! Alec Karakatsanis talking about his book “Copaganda.”