Minneapolis City Council denies reappointment of Public Safety Commissioner Barnette again
The debate over Public Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette’s future continues as the Minneapolis City Council once again narrowly rejected his reappointment, leaving city leadership at a standstill.
The debate over Public Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette’s future continues as the Minneapolis City Council once again narrowly rejected his reappointment, leaving city leadership at a standstill.
Mayor Frey puts Chief Brian O'Hara up for another term as Minneapolis PD Chief
Mayor Jacob Frey announced on Thursday he would renominate Chief Brian O'Hara to another four-year term leading the Minneapolis Police Department.
Mayor Jacob Frey announced on Thursday he would renominate Chief Brian O'Hara to another four-year term leading the Minneapolis Police Department.
Minneapolis Mayor Frey renominates Chief O'Hara for new term
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said he will make an announcement regarding Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said he will make an announcement regarding Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara.
Mayor Frey warns 'tough decisions' ahead in 2026 State of the City address
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is set to deliver his State of the City address Tuesday morning. You can watch it live here at 11 a.m.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is set to deliver his State of the City address Tuesday morning. You can watch it live here at 11 a.m.
Drug paraphernalia decriminalization ordinance vetoed by Minneapolis mayor
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed an ordinance aimed at decriminalizing the possession of drug paraphernalia after the city council narrowly approved it last week.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed an ordinance aimed at decriminalizing the possession of drug paraphernalia after the city council narrowly approved it last week.
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting: Minnesota leaders condemn political violence
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement.
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement.
Minnesota leaders condemn shooting outside White House Correspondents Dinner
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.
Enough Said: The Vikings top pick, Wolves take the lead and the Wild’s crucial game
Enough Said hosts discuss the Minnesota Vikings’ first-round pick in the NFL draft, and Minnesota Timberwolves taking control of their playoff series and the Minnesota Wild looking to get back on track in Game 4.
Enough Said hosts discuss the Minnesota Vikings’ first-round pick in the NFL draft, and Minnesota Timberwolves taking control of their playoff series and the Minnesota Wild looking to get back on track in Game 4.
Minneapolis council fails to remove Community Safety Commissioner
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday failed to override Mayor Jacob Frey's veto that kept Todd Barnette as the Community Safety Commissioner. So for now, Barnette's nomination is back on the table. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday failed to override Mayor Jacob Frey's veto that kept Todd Barnette as the Community Safety Commissioner. So for now, Barnette's nomination is back on the table. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
Minneapolis leaders announce $300 million in 2026 construction projects
Minneapolis leaders, including Mayor Jacob Frey, announced Wednesday the city is investing more than $300 million into construction projects for 2026. Among them is George Floyd Square, which is set to start in early June.
Minneapolis leaders, including Mayor Jacob Frey, announced Wednesday the city is investing more than $300 million into construction projects for 2026. Among them is George Floyd Square, which is set to start in early June.
George Floyd Square construction set for early June
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other city officials held a news conference Tuesday afternoon to discuss more than $300 million in construction projects in 2026 to improve the city. Mayor Frey said the project for George Floyd Square is set to open in early June.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other city officials held a news conference Tuesday afternoon to discuss more than $300 million in construction projects in 2026 to improve the city. Mayor Frey said the project for George Floyd Square is set to open in early June.
Mayor Frey included on Time's 100 Most Influential People of 2026 list
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has been included among Time's list of The 100 Most Influential People of 2026 released on Wednesday.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has been included among Time's list of The 100 Most Influential People of 2026 released on Wednesday.
Clash over Minneapolis safety commissioner
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is promising a veto after the city council rejected reappointing Todd Barnette as the Minneapolis Public Safety Commissioner.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is promising a veto after the city council rejected reappointing Todd Barnette as the Minneapolis Public Safety Commissioner.
Mayor Frey vetoes Minneapolis ordinance to extend eviction notices
Facing a push by advocates and select Minneapolis City Council members to approve an ordinance extending the eviction notice period, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced that he had vetoed the proposal on Wednesday, outlining an effort to instead focus on rental assistance for residents. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Facing a push by advocates and select Minneapolis City Council members to approve an ordinance extending the eviction notice period, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced that he had vetoed the proposal on Wednesday, outlining an effort to instead focus on rental assistance for residents. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Mayor Frey vetoes Minneapolis ordinance to extend eviction notices
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed an ordinance that would have extended eviction notices to 60 days, up from 30, until August for renters in the wake of increased immigration enforcement.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed an ordinance that would have extended eviction notices to 60 days, up from 30, until August for renters in the wake of increased immigration enforcement.
Minneapolis council passes ordinance to extend pre-eviction notices to 60 days
The Minneapolis City Council passed the “Pause , Save Lives Ordinance" aimed at protected renters whose lives were disrupted by Operation Metro Surge.
The Minneapolis City Council passed the “Pause , Save Lives Ordinance" aimed at protected renters whose lives were disrupted by Operation Metro Surge.
Minneapolis announces 15 straight years of $1 billion in construction permits
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Monday for the 15th straight year, the city passed more than $1 billion in construction permits in 2025. He said the total came out to $1.07 billion, which represents 12,000 building permits.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Monday for the 15th straight year, the city passed more than $1 billion in construction permits in 2025. He said the total came out to $1.07 billion, which represents 12,000 building permits.
City leaders give economic update after Operation Metro Surge
Mayors of several Twin Cities communities, including Jacob Frey and Kaohly Her, gave an economic update at the State Capitol of the financial adversities facing their cities after Operation Metro Surge.
Mayors of several Twin Cities communities, including Jacob Frey and Kaohly Her, gave an economic update at the State Capitol of the financial adversities facing their cities after Operation Metro Surge.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.