Community members will gather Tuesday, Oct. 14, 5:30 p.m., at the Hennepin County Government Center to honor George Floyd and demand systemic change. The Twin Cities Coalition for Justice is also relaunching its campaign for a Civilian Police Accountability Commission to shift MPD oversight to a community-led body.
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Hennepin County joins shift away from ‘pretextual’ enforcement
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the county will stop prosecuting charges from pretextual traffic stops—expired tabs, window tint, and similar low-level violations—starting Oct. 15. Officials say the move reduces racial disparities and frees resources for violent crime; skeptics warn about losing an enforcement tool. The shift mirrors Ramsey County’s 2021 policy and Minneapolis’ consent-decree limits on stops.
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Doxxing campaign targets local Kirk critics
Far right doxxing surged in Minnesota after Charlie Kirk’s killing, with educators and journalists targeted and families harassed. Experts warn the campaigns can escalate offline.
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Community leaders seek answers, solutions to school shootings
The Aug. 27 mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis left two children dead and 18 injured. Community leaders emphasize emotional health, youth mentorship, and assault weapons reform as key steps toward healing and prevention.
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Police ID shooter who killed 2 kids, hurt 17 at Minneapolis Catholic school, church
Breaking: A shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in south Minneapolis left multiple people injured. Police confirm the shooter is deceased and no active threat remains.
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Shotspotter
ShotSpotter, the real-time gunfire detection tech developed by SoundThinking, is being deployed in U.S. cities to reduce firearm deaths—but questions remain about its impact on majority-Black communities.
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Tragedy in Minnesota: Former House Speaker Melissa Hortman Killed in Politically Motivated Attack
Melissa Hortman, former Speaker of the Minnesota House, and her husband were killed in a politically motivated shooting. State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were also shot. The suspect remains at large.
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Federal restaurant raid draws protests, demands
A large-scale federal raid at a Lake Street restaurant has triggered protests and renewed scrutiny of ICE’s role in local law enforcement operations.
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Federal judge dismisses MPD consent decree
A federal judge dismissed the MPD federal consent decree, halting federal oversight of police reforms. Minneapolis officials say they will continue with the full slate of reforms despite the ruling.
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty statement on law enforcement action in Minneapolis
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty condemned ICE’s presence in a recent Minneapolis law enforcement action — calling it harmful to immigrant communities.
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Sen. Smith decries fed’s withdrawal from MPD oversight
Sen. Tina Smith is condemning the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the MPD federal consent decree, which was intended to drive reforms following the DOJ’s investigation into civil rights violations. Smith calls the move a betrayal of justice.
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Minneapolis mayor one of nine in competitive race
Mayor Jacob Frey is seeking a third term, highlighting the Great River Landing Project as a model for criminal justice reform, and promising to partner with voters to get the job done, while his challengers emphasize the need for support for formerly incarcerated individuals, job opportunities within the city, and the importance of rebuilding and reform.
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St. Paul Mayor’s Budget Battle: Tough Choices Ahead for City Services and Police Response
St. Paul’s city council is debating a proposed $2.64 million budget reduction, including cuts to police overtime and spending on public safety, which could impact the police department’s ability to respond to emergencies and maintain public safety.
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MN public safety agencies reeling from weekend tragedy
After the fatal shooting of two police officers and a firefighter/SWAT paramedic in Burnsville, attention is being placed on the risks faced by first responders.
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MPD launches new public-safety survey toolÂ
The Minneapolis Police Department launched a new public survey tool in December to better understand the concerns and attitudes of residents.
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Minneapolis 2024: the mayor’s progressive agenda Â
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey’s $1.8 billion 2024 budget includes investments in affordable housing, homelessness, economic development and inclusion…
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New year, new Minneapolis City Council (photos)
The 13-member Minneapolis City Council was sworn in on January 1, with two newcomers including Aurin Chowdhury and Katie Cashman.
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Are court-ordered commitments the answer to curbing crime?Â
The recent killing of a Loring Park shopkeeper by someone who was once civilly committed has people wondering if civil commitments could improve public safety.
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City may move elections HQ to former Third PrecinctÂ
The city of Minneapolis is considering relocating the Elections and Voter Services department to the former Third Precinct building.
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Left-leaning candidates prevailed in open races for Minneapolis City Council
Minneapolis voters elected progressive candidates to open seats in Ward 7 and 12, while incumbents held onto their seats in Wards 1 through 5.