Minneapolis lifts mask mandate, St. Paul follows
Masks are no longer required in the city of Minneapolis, the mayor says.
St. Paul restaurant owner, mayor continue to clash over how to address crime problem
Restaurateur Brian Ingram garnered national attention last week when he criticized St. Paul city officials for an uptick in crime. Sunday, Mayor Melvin Carter responded.
Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth mayors join list of 61 Minnesota elected officials to endorse Biden
61 Minnesota elected officials, including the mayors of Minneapolis, St. Paul and Duluth, announced their support for Joe Biden in the upcoming Presidential election.
St. Paul mayor reacts to Breonna Taylor case: 'Most people would’ve been charged with murder'
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter spoke out on social media Wednesday in response to a Kentucky grand jury’s decision not to indict any police officers on charges directly related to the death of Breonna Taylor.
A son of Saint Paul - History Theatre taking on story of Melvin Carter Jr.
Saint Paul's History Theatre might be dark, but the company is still working to bring pieces of Minnesota History to life. As part of a new works festival, they'll stream a new play that's in development, "Diesel Heart". The show tells the story of Melvin Carter Jr. (who happens to be the father of Saint Paul mayor Melvin Carter). Playwright Brian Grandison joined the Buzz with more on what audiences can expect.
St. Paul announces $500 guaranteed income pilot program to begin this fall
St. Paul’s mayor announced a new pilot program that will provide families in the city with $500 per month in guaranteed income for a period of up to 18 months.
St. Paul mayor's proposed 2021 budget includes reductions in nearly all departments, but no levy or layoffs
Following challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest following the death of George Floyd, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter's proposed city budget for 2021 features reductions in nearly all departments, but no tax levy increase or layoffs.
Family calls on witnesses to come forward one month after woman shot and killed at St. Paul bar
A family is begging witnesses to come forward as a woman's murder at a St. Paul bar remains unsolved one month later.
Mayor Carter, Joe Biden meet virtually to discuss concerns over riots
Presidential candidate Joe Biden held a virtual roundtable Monday with several city leaders. The group, which included St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, discussed ways to curb the recent violence in the Twin Cities, Chicago, Atlanta and L.A.
St. Paul to require face masks indoors starting June 1
The city of St. Paul will soon require face masks inside all city buildings and licensed businesses starting June 1.
Minneapolis, St. Paul worship services to be held remotely despite Governor's new order
Places of worship in Minneapolis and St. Paul will continue to hold services remotely, according to a joint statement from the cities’ mayors.
St. Paul Bridge Fund applications open for families, small businesses impacted by COVID-19
Applications to receive financial relief from the St.
Minneapolis, St. Paul announce plans to help residents, businesses affected by COVID-19
Families and small businesses are feeling the impact of the coronavirus and cities are trying to find ways to help.
Saint Paul "Bridge Fund" to help families, small business during COVID-19 outbreak
Saint Paul is rolling out a new program to help people struggling during the pandemic. Mayor Melvin Carter is proposing a nearly $4 million Bridge Fund - offering assistance to low-income families and small businesses. Mayor Carter joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how the fund will work and how the city is responding to the COVID-19 crisis.
St. Paul mayor proposes $3.25M emergency fund for impacted families, small businesses
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter is proposing a $3.25 million emergency relief fund for families and small businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
St. Paul Mayor Carter celebrates birth of sixth child
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter is celebrating the birth of his sixth child.
'Not true!' Frey, House Republicans tussle over Twin Cities crime
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey accused House Republicans of playing politics with proposals aimed at crime in the Twin Cities, after GOP members said Monday they were scared to take public transit and painted city officials as disinterested in the issue.
Saint Paul mayor Melvin Carter outlines his priorities for 2020
After two years leading the capital city, Saint Paul mayor Melvin Carter reflects on his time in office and goals for the future.
No funding for ShotSpotter in Mayor Carter's 'community-first' budget proposal
Wednesday afternoon, Mayor Melvin Carter presented his budget plan, which did not include funding for a Shot Spotter tool.
Mayor Carter hosts St. Paul gun violence meeting seeking input for supplemental budget
Hundreds of people turned out for a second community listening session in St. Paul Tuesday night to talk about solutions to end gun violence plaguing the city.