How to submit a comment on charter amendment to dismantle Minneapolis Police Dept
The City of Minneapolis is inviting the public to voice their opinions on a proposed charter amendment that would establish a new Department of Community Safety and Violence Prevention. The amendment would also remove the police department as a charter department.
After COVID-19 cluster reported, bar owners cite violence for closing Cowboy Jacks and Cowboy Slims
Two bars in Minneapolis will once again close their doors citing ongoing violence in Minneapolis, the owners announced on Saturday.
Protesters face off outside Minnesota Governor's Residence over police reforms
Two protests faced off on Saturday outside the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul, as Minnesota considers the future of policing.
Minneapolis Council members get private security after threats
The City of Minneapolis is spending $4,500 a day for private security for three council members who have received threats following the police killing of George Floyd, FOX 9 has learned.
City Council OKs charter amendment to remove Minneapolis Police Department
The Minneapolis City Council on Friday unanimously approved a proposed amendment would remove requirements for the city to maintain a police department from the city’s charter. The 12-0 vote is step toward putting the issue in front of Minneapolis voters on the November ballot.
Proposed amendment removes section on police department from Minneapolis charter, keeps division of officers
A new proposed amendment would remove requirements for the city to maintain a police department from the Minneapolis city charter while adding a new division for "law enforcement services" with licensed officers.
Calls for policing changes under scrutiny amid recent violence in Minneapolis
Two and a half weeks ago, nine members of the Minneapolis City Council stood up on a stage in Powderhorn Park and called for the disbanding of the Minneapolis Police Department. Now, those calls are under intense scrutiny as the city deals with an outbreak of violence.
As Minneapolis sees uptick in violence, residents' call for action grows amid push to dismantle police
More shootings and an uptick in violence across Minneapolis has neighborhoods looking for answers.
Campaign to disband Minneapolis Police Department raises $30M, plans in works to redistribute funds
A campaign calling for the defunding and disbanding of the Minneapolis Police Department has raised more than $30 million. Now, they're trying to figure out the best way to make a difference with all of that money.
Civil rights activist Spike Moss calls out Minneapolis City Council over inaction
A longtime civil rights activist called an emergency meeting inviting every member of the Minneapolis City Council, but only one showed up.
Minneapolis City Council introduces resolution, plan for new model of public safety
All 12 members of the Minneapolis City Council co-authored and introduced a resolution Friday “declaring the intent to create a transformative new model for cultivating safety” in the city.
New proposal would have Minneapolis residents vote on whether to remove, replace police department
Minneapolis residents would be able to vote on whether to remove the police department from the city charter and replace it with a new department that would “provide for community safety and violence prevention,” under a new proposal from some city council members.
Black community leaders, activists back Minneapolis police chief amid calls to defund, dismantle MPD
Black community leaders, activists and supporters rallied outside Minneapolis City Hall Thursday announcing their full support for Police Chief Medaria Arradondo, who recently unveil his plans to reform the city’s police department.
7 employees have left the Minneapolis Police Department since George Floyd's death
Seven Minneapolis Police Department employees have left the force since the death of George Floyd on Memorial day, a department spokesperson said Wednesday.
Frustrations mount from public during Minneapolis Police Conduct Oversight Commission meeting
The Minneapolis Police Conduct Oversight Commission met for the first time Tuesday night since George Floyd's death. The call that took place was a special meeting of the Police Conduct Oversight Commission, which is a volunteer group nominated by city council members and the mayor.
MPD to adopt 6 immediate changes after court order
A Hennepin County judge ruled the city of Minneapolis must institute six immediate measures to comply with an order filed by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights Monday.
What does dismantling the Minneapolis Police Department mean?
A majority of the Minneapolis City Council pledged its support to dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department, which has been a call from protesters in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.
Minneapolis Council Member explains decision to not sign pledge to disband police department
A Minneapolis City Council Member who did not sign a pledge to end the Minneapolis Police Department released a statement explaining her decision Tuesday.
Business, law enforcement leaders express concern over defunding Minneapolis Police Department
The calls by Minneapolis councilmembers to defund the police department are generating plenty of discussions about public safety. From business owners to those in law enforcement, the unknown is creating some concern. For many, it’s scary to envision what Minneapolis without police would look like.
'Uncharted territory': Minneapolis City Council brainstorms plan to dismantle MPD
The Minneapolis City Council spoke with reporters Monday after vowing to dismantle the police department, giving some more input on their goals.