Minneapolis budget proposes $1 million for homeless response, other increases
Minneapolis leaders are looking to shape a budget for city services and its residents that would increase spending and raise property taxes for homeowners to help pay for it.
Minneapolis City Council overrules Mayor Frey's veto on carbon fees
The Minneapolis City Council overruled a veto by Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry to impose a carbon emissions fees in order to reduce the impacts of climate change.
JD Vance, Minneapolis Mayor Frey exchange words over state of city
Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance spoke outside the Minneapolis Police Department’s former Third Precinct location while speaking on the status of the city – claims that Mayor Jacob Frey refuted on social media shortly after.
Minneapolis mayor blasts council's 'irresponsible' funding decision for homeless shelter
Mayor Jacob Frey is accusing of the city council of making a “completely irresponsible" funding decision after the council approved $1.5 million in funds to support a homeless shelter.
Minneapolis City Council introduces new safety plan with alternatives to police response
The Minneapolis City Council said the Public Safety Beyond Policing Action Plan is based on an outline of a community safety system that will include "preventative, restorative and response services beyond policing."
Minneapolis crisis response team handles thousands of calls once routed to police
The Minneapolis crisis response team, which was formed as an alternative to police after the murder of George Floyd, has responded to more than 20,000 calls since it was formed – handling calls ranging from mental health to homelessness and addiction.
Minneapolis submits bid to host Sundance Film Festival
As the Sundance Film Festival looks for a new home, Minneapolis has submitted a bid to host the filmmaker showcase.
Minneapolis PD officers get pay bump under new contract
Just days after the killing of Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell, the city and the police union have agreed on a new contract that would give veteran officers a big pay increase.
Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: Mayor Jacob Frey vetoes rideshare ordinance
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed the ordinance to raise the minimum wage of ride-hail drivers after Uber and Lyft warned they would leave the Twin Cities if it passed.
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Minneapolis City Council: Safe encampments, rideshare wages and more
The Minneapolis City Council has signaled a wide swath of priorities it will hope to tackle for city residents, including potentially creating "safe spaces" for homeless encampments, giving more power to voters, guaranteeing a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers and more.
Minneapolis mayor jokes remote work turns you into 'a loser'
While talking up downtown Minneapolis, Mayor Jacob Frey took a swipe at remote work, saying it ultimately turns you into "a loser."
Mayor Frey issues ceasefire proclamation after Minneapolis City Council overrode his veto
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey issued a proclamation Thursday after the city council overrode his veto of the ceasefire resolution for the Israel-Hamas war.