University of Minnesota launches 'targeted law enforcement presence' amid crime wave

The University of Minnesota is teaming up with police on a "targeted law enforcement presence" in Dinkytown and Marcy-Holmes areas of Minneapolis amid an increase in crime as of late. 

Flashback: Smashing Pumpkins drew record 100,000 people for free block party concert 24 years ago

Later this week, the Smashing Pumpkins will make a stop at the Xcel Energy Center as part of their reunion tour. But more than two decades ago, the band made Twin Cities history during a concert in Minneapolis.

Woman riding bus hit by gunfire in Minneapolis

A woman on a Metro Transit bus Tuesday evening was injured after she was struck by a stray bullet that hit the bus, police say.

Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour coming to Minneapolis in 2023

On the heels of her new album "Midnights," Taylor Swift has announced a tour that includes a stop at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis next summer. 

Mayor Frey: Data shows Operation Endeavor is working

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says a new initiative to combat violence and crime in the city is showing results in its first month.

Operation Endeavor: Minneapolis officials provide update on first month of program
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The City of Minneapolis? Office of Community Safety has worked with local, state, and federal partners to establish a new plan for reducing criminal activity in the city. On Monday, October 31, officials released their first public report detailing Operation Endeavor's first 28 days.

Minneapolis police investigating damage to DeLaSalle football field

Police are investigating after it appears someone in a vehicle did doughnuts on the DeLaSalle football field, causing extensive damage.

Advocates for homeless hold supply drive outside Minneapolis mayor's home

A group of advocates for the homeless held a supply drive on Sunday to collect items needed for those without a home, setting up shop outside of what they believe is the home of Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

Man found fatally shot inside Minneapolis home which caught fire hours later

Minneapolis police are investigating the death of a man who was found fatally shot inside a home Friday night just hours before the house went up in flames. It's unknown if the two incidents are related.

Crews battle house fire in Minneapolis

Minneapolis firefighters were battling a blaze that left a house uninhabitable early Saturday morning. Police say a man was found fatally shot in the home hours earlier. It's unknown if the two incidents are related.

North Minneapolis Halloween party to feature food, music, costumes and voter registration

For the second year in a row, the Capri Theater in north Minneapolis will host an outdoor Halloween bash. But this party is about more than candy and costumes — it's also a voter registration event.