It is time for state and local governments to take the lead in reimagining public safety.
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Police reform charter proposition moves forward in Mpls.
A coalition of groups launched their movement to change the Minneapolis charter to create a Department of Public Safety.
Posted inCOVID-19
I’m vaccinated, but I still need a mask? Yes, maybe…
Rising cases of coronavirus throughout the world are currently creating concern.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Preventive Medicine: Police stops and other law enforcement encounters
Here are some preventive medicine guidelines and practical information covering safe and effective ways of dealing with police-citizen encounters.
Posted inLocal & State, News
City, Metro Transit leaders provide preparations update for upcoming Derek Chauvin trial
Mayor Jacob Frey, along with other City and Metro Transit officials, held another media briefing this morning to share updates on preparedness plans ahead of the March trial of former MPD officer Derek Chauvin.
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As MN makes progress on vaccinations, Gov. Walz announces COVID safety adjustments
‘We can make these cautious, common-sense adjustments to support them because of the progress we have made controlling the spread of COVID-19 and getting the most at-risk Minnesotans vaccinated.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
City councilmembers propose Department of Public Safety
The Transforming Public Safety Charter Amendment that would create a department of public safety and allow Minneapolis voters to decide the kind of policing it wants.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mpls City Council VP Andrea Jenkins to host community roundtable on state of George Floyd Square
‘Because What Happens at George Floyd Square Impacts Us All’ will stream live on MSR on Jan. 7.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
COVID-19 testing revisited—stopping the spread
The potential for vaccination from Sars-CoV-2 may be imminent, but we still need to limit further cases of this deadly illness if vaccination is to be effective.
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Many retailers reluctant to enforce COVID rules
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on across the state, strict public safety enforcement appeared lax in some major shopping venues last week.
Posted inOpinion
There’s no doubt public safety change is needed
While communities debate defunding initiatives, people wonder what would replace police officers.
Posted inBulletin
Get informed about Mpls. public safety at virtual town hall
Community members are invited to a virtual town hall hosted by Mpls City Council VP Andrea Jenkins.
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Metro Transit suspends all bus, light rail service through the weekend
Metro Transit has suspended all bus and light rail service through the weekend.