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Mark Wasson

Twin Cities

Mark has spent most of his career covering court systems throughout Minnesota for Forum Communications and Courthouse News. He earned a degree in Print Journalism, with a Political Science minor, from St. Cloud State University.

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 15

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 15

This week’s new child predator cases include a grandfather repeatedly raping his 5-year-old grandson.

Former Minnesota cop charged with raping teenager posts $50k bail

Former Minnesota cop charged with raping teenager posts $50k bail

Former police officer Jordan Zempel is accused of raping a teenager three times, including once while in uniform.

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 8

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 8

This week’s new child predator cases include several family members accused of sexually assaulting children.

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 1

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - June 1

This week’s new child predator cases include several sexual assaults against children by father figures.

MAGA hat displayed in cop car against policy, Hennepin Sheriff’s Office says

MAGA hat displayed in cop car against policy, Hennepin Sheriff’s Office says

The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office says the issue has been addressed after pictures circulated online that showed one of its vehicles with a "Make America Great Again" hat on its dashboard Thursday.

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - May 25

New Hennepin and Ramsey County child predator cases - May 25

This week’s new child predator cases include a teenage girl gang raped by fellow students.

Minnesota cops help ICE work in secret

Minnesota cops help ICE work in secret

With the reduction of federal forces in Minnesota, local cops are now protecting the feds as Trump loyalists go about their kidnapping duties in the state.