Minneapolis blowing past police overtime budget, taxpayers may foot bill
Minneapolis is on track to exceed its police overtime budget for another year, with more than $20 million spent annually since 202. Mayor Jacob Frey says overtime is necessary due to a smaller police force, and a tax increase may be considered to cover the gap. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minneapolis is on track to exceed its police overtime budget for another year, with more than $20 million spent annually since 202. Mayor Jacob Frey says overtime is necessary due to a smaller police force, and a tax increase may be considered to cover the gap. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minneapolis launches 'South Side REACT' to shut down open-air drug markets
A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
Judge orders Minneapolis mayor to meet legally required police officer staffing level
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey was ordered by a Hennepin County judge to bring the number of city police officers to the mandatory minimum ordered by the city charter.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey was ordered by a Hennepin County judge to bring the number of city police officers to the mandatory minimum ordered by the city charter.
Mayor Frey outlines timeline for selecting next Minneapolis police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has released his timeline for selecting the city's next police chief following the sudden resignation of former chief Brian O'Hara last month.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has released his timeline for selecting the city's next police chief following the sudden resignation of former chief Brian O'Hara last month.
Federal judge blocks DOJ investigation into Minnesota state, city leaders
A federal judge has quashed a set of grand jury subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials including Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and Attorney General Keith Ellison, ruling that the Department of Justice was attempting to "harass" Minnesota leaders into enforcing immigration policy. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
A federal judge has quashed a set of grand jury subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials including Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and Attorney General Keith Ellison, ruling that the Department of Justice was attempting to "harass" Minnesota leaders into enforcing immigration policy. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Judge quashes federal subpoenas targeting Walz, Ellison, other MN leaders
A federal judge has quashed a set of grand jury subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials including Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and Attorney General Keith Ellison, ruling that the Department of Justice was attempting to “harass" Minnesota leaders into enforcing immigration policy.
A federal judge has quashed a set of grand jury subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials including Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and Attorney General Keith Ellison, ruling that the Department of Justice was attempting to “harass" Minnesota leaders into enforcing immigration policy.
Minneapolis 8-hour standoff ends with suspect in custody
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt spoke at a Tuesday evening news conference after an 8-hour standoff on the 2800 block of Nicollet Avenue ended with an armed suspect being taken into custody. A woman and child inside an apartment with the suspect were safely removed.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt spoke at a Tuesday evening news conference after an 8-hour standoff on the 2800 block of Nicollet Avenue ended with an armed suspect being taken into custody. A woman and child inside an apartment with the suspect were safely removed.
Minneapolis spending $1.4M for mayor, city council counseling
Minneapolis officials are investing in professional help to improve how the mayor and city council work together.
Minneapolis officials are investing in professional help to improve how the mayor and city council work together.
Minneapolis mayor, council seek counseling
After plenty of back-and-forth, Minneapolis officials are investing in professional help to improve how the mayor and city council work together.
After plenty of back-and-forth, Minneapolis officials are investing in professional help to improve how the mayor and city council work together.
MPD interim chief named by Mayor Frey
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has named a new interim mayor of the city’s police department. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest developments.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has named a new interim mayor of the city’s police department. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest developments.
Aquatennial 2026 set for Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey joins members of the Aquatennial Ambassador Organization to outline the Aquatennial 2026 celebration that will be under new leadership.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey joins members of the Aquatennial Ambassador Organization to outline the Aquatennial 2026 celebration that will be under new leadership.
Frey stands by his decisions regarding Mpls police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defended his decisions when it came to police chief Brian O'Hara and the allegations that were made against him. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defended his decisions when it came to police chief Brian O'Hara and the allegations that were made against him. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Mayor Jacob Frey responds to Minneapolis council's criticism on police chief resignation
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey responded to City Council President Elliot Payne's criticism for not informing the council about the investigation into former Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara before his resignation.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey responded to City Council President Elliot Payne's criticism for not informing the council about the investigation into former Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara before his resignation.
Why Mpls Mayor didn't put O'Hara on leave
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey explains why he didn't put Police Chief Brian O'Hara on leave during the investigation into his conduct.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey explains why he didn't put Police Chief Brian O'Hara on leave during the investigation into his conduct.
Mpls Mayor on city council's criticism on police chief's resignation
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke with FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey on Brian O'Hara's resignation as police chief. He responds to criticism from the city council.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke with FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey on Brian O'Hara's resignation as police chief. He responds to criticism from the city council.
Minneapolis council demands answers on chief resignation
Minneapolis City Council leaders are speaking out following the resignation of Minneapolis Police Department Chief Brian O'Hara. An investigation found that O'Hara interfered with a previous investigation into alleged sexual relationships with city employees.
Minneapolis City Council leaders are speaking out following the resignation of Minneapolis Police Department Chief Brian O'Hara. An investigation found that O'Hara interfered with a previous investigation into alleged sexual relationships with city employees.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigns after investigation report
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara will no longer serve as the head of the police department, sources tell FOX 9.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara will no longer serve as the head of the police department, sources tell FOX 9.
Dozens of new officers join Minneapolis Police ranks, staffing levels closer to required minimum
The Minneapolis Police Department is close to its legally required minimum staffing level of officers after it welcomed a new class of graduates.
The Minneapolis Police Department is close to its legally required minimum staffing level of officers after it welcomed a new class of graduates.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signs gun ban ordinance
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed a new ordinance that carries a ban on assault weapons but won't take effect unless there are major changes to state law.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed a new ordinance that carries a ban on assault weapons but won't take effect unless there are major changes to state law.
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.