Derek Chauvin is a former Minneapolis police officer charged with second-degree murder, second-degree manslaughter, and third-degree murder in the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE LIVE VIDEO STREAM OF THE TRIAL
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Timeline: George Floyd's Death, Unrest, Arrests, Chauvin Trial
The George Floyd story began during the late afternoon of Memorial Day, 2020 (May 25). Here is a timeline of the events that followed.

Twin Cities Groups Allege Minneapolis Police Brutality Incident
Several Twin Cities groups have scheduled a news conference Thursday to address a police-related incident that happened Wednesday in Minneapolis.

Jury Selection Completed For Chauvin Trial
A jury has been seated for the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer in George Floyd's death, with opening statements set for March 29.

One More Juror Needed for Chauvin Trial
A 14th juror has been seated for the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death.

Chauvin Trial Will Not Be Delayed Or Moved
The judge overseeing the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer accused in the death of George Floyd says he'll allow the jury to hear some evidence about a prior arrest in which Floyd was found with drugs.

10th Juror Selected - Key Rulings Expected Friday in Chauvin Tria
Prosecutors at the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in George Floyd's death want a judge to allow expert testimony about how people react to traumatic events.

Two Jurors Dropped From Chauvin Trial After $27M Settlement
A judge has dismissed two jurors who had been seated for the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer in George Floyd's death.

Chauvin Lawyer Wants Jury to Hear About 2019 George Floyd Arrest
Lawyers for a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death are asking the judge to admit evidence of a previous arrest in which he was found with drugs.

Defense in Chauvin’s Trial Fears Impact of $27M Settlement
Attorney Eric Nelson asked for a delay Monday.

Judge OKs 3rd-Degree Murder Charge for Ex-Cop in Floyd Death
A judge has granted prosecutors' request to add a third-degree murder charge against the former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death.

Ruling Could Put 3rd-Degree Murder Charge in Play for Ex-Cop
The Minnesota Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of a former Minneapolis police officer who is trying to block a third-degree murder charge from being reinstated in George Floyd's death.

Officer With Knee to George Floyd’s Neck to be Tried Alone
A former Minneapolis police officer who held his knee to the neck of George Floyd for several minutes will be tried separately from three other former officers accused in his death.

Walz Activates National Guard After Judge Drops 3rd Degree Murder Charge Against Chauvin
Governor Tim Walz Thursday activated the Minnesota National Guard to assist local law enforcement in public safety efforts in the Twin Cities metro area.

Judge Lets Ex-Cop Charged in Floyd’s Death Live Out of State
A Minnesota judge has cited safety concerns in issuing new conditions of release for an ex-Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd that would let him live in a neighboring state while he awaits trial.