Judge Barnette approved as Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner
The Minneapolis City Council has voted to approve Hennepin County Judge Toddrick Barnette as its next Community Safety Commissioner to oversee the city’s police, fire, and emergency response departments.
The Minneapolis City Council has voted to approve Hennepin County Judge Toddrick Barnette as its next Community Safety Commissioner to oversee the city’s police, fire, and emergency response departments.
Israel-Hamas war: Biden to speak Thursday
U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday will address the nation from the Oval Office. He's expected to discuss the growing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as well as the ongoing war in Ukraine. This comes as Biden faces some major challenges on Capitol Hill.
U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday will address the nation from the Oval Office. He's expected to discuss the growing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as well as the ongoing war in Ukraine. This comes as Biden faces some major challenges on Capitol Hill.
Justice Barrett supports idea of nation's highest court adopting formal code of conduct
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett says it would be a good idea for the nation’s highest court to adopt a formal code of conduct.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett says it would be a good idea for the nation’s highest court to adopt a formal code of conduct.
Minnesota leaders to fight court ruling that restoring voting rights for felons was unconstitutional
A pro-Trump Minnesota judge declared a new state law restoring voting rights for convicted felons unconstitutional, drawing a sharp rebuke from Minnesota’s attorney general and secretary of state who said he overstepped his authority and urged residents to vote anyway.
A pro-Trump Minnesota judge declared a new state law restoring voting rights for convicted felons unconstitutional, drawing a sharp rebuke from Minnesota’s attorney general and secretary of state who said he overstepped his authority and urged residents to vote anyway.
Jim Jordan loses second vote for House Speaker: What's next?
Jordan was opposed by 22 Republican detractors, two more than when he lost in the first round voting the day before.
Jordan was opposed by 22 Republican detractors, two more than when he lost in the first round voting the day before.
Minneapolis renter's rights, lease agreements to be focus of ordinance change proposal
Following a new apartment project in Dinkytown not being ready in time for students, one Minneapolis City Council member says she plans to change city code that locks people into their apartment lease – even when the apartment isn’t ready.
Following a new apartment project in Dinkytown not being ready in time for students, one Minneapolis City Council member says she plans to change city code that locks people into their apartment lease – even when the apartment isn’t ready.
Edina votes to add officers at Southdale mall
On Tuesday, the Edina City Council approved a plan to create a police substation at the Southdale mall. City officials believe having additional officers will deter crime and increase safety, according to the memorandum of agreement.
On Tuesday, the Edina City Council approved a plan to create a police substation at the Southdale mall. City officials believe having additional officers will deter crime and increase safety, according to the memorandum of agreement.
MPD 3rd precinct discussions nearing end
More than three years after the 3rd precinct for the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) burned down during riots over the death of George Floyd, the clock continues to tick on a decision toward a replacement. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey would like a decision from the Minneapolis City Council sooner than later.
More than three years after the 3rd precinct for the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) burned down during riots over the death of George Floyd, the clock continues to tick on a decision toward a replacement. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey would like a decision from the Minneapolis City Council sooner than later.
MN National Guard inducts honorees
The Minnesota National Guard is inducting several members into its 2023 Flight of Honor class.
The Minnesota National Guard is inducting several members into its 2023 Flight of Honor class.
Medical assistance fees ended for parents of children with disabilities
Ending additional worry for parents of children with disabilities, the Minnesota Department of Human Services has stopped requiring parents to pay monthly fees for children with disabilities.
Ending additional worry for parents of children with disabilities, the Minnesota Department of Human Services has stopped requiring parents to pay monthly fees for children with disabilities.
Mpls Safety Commissioner nominee voted on
During a Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, Minneapolis City Council members voted to forward the nomination of Judge Toddrick Barnette as the city's next Community Safety Commissioner to a full City Council vote on Thursday.
During a Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, Minneapolis City Council members voted to forward the nomination of Judge Toddrick Barnette as the city's next Community Safety Commissioner to a full City Council vote on Thursday.
Republicans reject Rep. Jim Jordan for House speaker on first ballot, signaling more trouble ahead
Twenty Republicans voted against Jim Jordan, and some are still upset over Kevin McCarthy's sudden ouster as House speaker two weeks ago.
Twenty Republicans voted against Jim Jordan, and some are still upset over Kevin McCarthy's sudden ouster as House speaker two weeks ago.
Biden campaign launches account on Trump's Truth Social, saying 'converts welcome'
President Joe Biden’s 2024 campaign has launched an account on Donald Trump’s Truth Social, attempting to poke online fun at the Republican candidate he may face again in next fall’s election.
President Joe Biden’s 2024 campaign has launched an account on Donald Trump’s Truth Social, attempting to poke online fun at the Republican candidate he may face again in next fall’s election.
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett speaks at University of Minnesota
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was met with protests as she took the stage in Northrup Auditorium Monday. The conservative justice was the featured speaker at the University of Minnesota Law School’s Stein Lecture.
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was met with protests as she took the stage in Northrup Auditorium Monday. The conservative justice was the featured speaker at the University of Minnesota Law School’s Stein Lecture.
Republicans choose Jim Jordan as nominee for House Speaker
Friday's vote puts the staunch ally of Donald Trump within reach of the speaker's gavel.
Friday's vote puts the staunch ally of Donald Trump within reach of the speaker's gavel.
Scalise ends his bid to become House speaker after failing to secure votes
Scalise told GOP colleagues at a closed-door meeting late Thursday of his decision.
Scalise told GOP colleagues at a closed-door meeting late Thursday of his decision.
Abortion rights, marijuana questions expected to drive Ohio residents to polls as early voting starts
In-person voting for a November ballot measure over abortion rights is beginning in Ohio, the latest state where voters will decide the issue after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a nationwide right to the procedure last year.
In-person voting for a November ballot measure over abortion rights is beginning in Ohio, the latest state where voters will decide the issue after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a nationwide right to the procedure last year.
Republicans nominate Steve Scalise for House Speaker, advancing toward replacing Kevin McCarthy
Republicans on Wednesday nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker and will now try to unite around the conservative in a floor vote to elect him after ousting Rep. Kevin McCarthy from the post.
Republicans on Wednesday nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker and will now try to unite around the conservative in a floor vote to elect him after ousting Rep. Kevin McCarthy from the post.
Supreme Court to decide whether South Carolina targeted Black voters in redistricting
With Republicans holding a thin margin in the U.S. House, any change to competitive districts has a chance to alter the balance of power after the 2024 elections.
With Republicans holding a thin margin in the U.S. House, any change to competitive districts has a chance to alter the balance of power after the 2024 elections.
House speaker race: Republicans to select a candidate to replace McCarthy in closed-door vote
House Republicans are gathering at 10 a.m. Wednesday to elect a new candidate for speaker behind closed doors.
House Republicans are gathering at 10 a.m. Wednesday to elect a new candidate for speaker behind closed doors.