Domestic Abuse Service Center
Coverage of Domestic Abuse Service Center in the Nexus archive.
- Effort to address felony domestic violence in Minneapolis leaves some wanting more
Hennepin County and Minneapolis approved a $250,000 joint agreement to fund a new position in the county attorney’s office to assist survivors of felony-level 'Gone On Arrival' (GOA) domestic violence cases. Advocates criticize the decision to exclude a longtime partner, Cornerstone, and question why felony and non-felony GOA cases were treated differently in response protocols.
- Documenters report: County moves to revive Hennepin Healthcare Board by January
Hennepin County committees discussed budget challenges, including anticipated federal funding cuts, and authorized efforts to recruit members for a new Hennepin Healthcare Board by January 2027. A $250,000 agreement with Minneapolis funds a domestic abuse victim support position in felony 'gone on arrival' cases.