A high-level gang leader was sentenced in federal court Wednesday to more than 19 years in prison for racketeering conspiracy along with illegal drug and weapons trafficking.
U.S. Attorney for Minnesota Andy Luger said 14 more alleged gang members have been charged with illegal firearm and drug crimes as a city-wide crackdown continues.
Vandalism and arson attacks on Minnesota mosques in recent months have some in the Muslim community worried about safety. Religious and city leaders in the Twin Cities gathered Tuesday night to discuss plans to protect houses of worship.
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