What's next after the Chauvin trial verdict in MN?

Also: $30 million donation for health care on the Western Slope

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Derek Chauvin found guilty on all three counts: Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck for nearly 10 minutes outside of a convenience store last summer, has been found guilty of 2nd-degree unintentional murder, 3rd-degree murder and 2nd-degree manslaughter charges. The jury deliberated for 10 hours before reaching the verdict. Chauvin faces a sentencing of up to 40 years in prison. His bail was revoked and he was placed in a segregated housing unit for his safety. Since 2005, only seven police officers have been charged with murdering a civilian. Over 300 people have been killed by police so far this year. This morning, Attorney General Merrick Garland announced a federal investigation of the Minneapolis Police Department, focusing on patterns of discrimination and excessive use of force. (Wikimedia Commons) Need to get a COVID shot during working hours? Your employer should give you PTO: Because of a new law passed last year expanding paid sick leave, employees should get up to 4 hours of paid time off if they need to receive a vaccine during the workday. Also, employers cannot prohibit employees from taking appointments during the working day. Colorado lawmakers passed the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in December 2020, which expanded employees' access to paid sick leave. The new regulations do not apply to gig and contract workers. (United Health Group) $30 million donation to boost health care on the Western Slope: Yesterday, Rocky Mountain Health Plans, a UnitedHealth Group company, announced a $25 million donation to the Rocky Mountain Health Foundation, as well as another $5 million to establish the Healthy Youth-Strong Colorado Fund, in partnership with the Attorney General's Office. "This will really strengthen the reserves in the endowment for the foundation," Patrick Gordon, CEO of Rocky Mountain Health Plans, said. "It's going to be very impactful." The foundation will distribute funds in support of health equity — more access to health care and behavioral health in underserved communities — and in promotion of STEM education for women and people of color, to help grow and diversify the workforce. Read our full story here. QUICK LINKS Listen to our podcast Montrose Fresh, it's available everywhere podcasts are found including Apple, Pandora, Spotify and Amazon Music Remember those we've lost in our obituaries section View the letter to the editor. If you would like to submit a letter please email: editor@montrosepress.com Get today's weather forecast Check out our classifieds and explore the MDP e-editions Already a subscriber, but need to activate your digital account? Click here to create an account or call our office at 970-249-3444 and we'll get you all set up!

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