Minneapolis Mayor, Police Chief call MPD staffing reduction proposal 'irresponsible'

The Mayor of Minneapolis called a proposal from a trio of city councilmembers that would reduce the size of the police department “irresponsible” in a news conference Monday afternoon.

Man killed in Minneapolis shooting remembered for big heart

A mother is grieving the loss of her son, who died in a recent homicide amid a violent year in Minneapolis.

Minnesota AG asks court to reconsider audio, video coverage of George Floyd murder trial

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a motion asking the court to reconsider allowing audio and video coverage of the trial of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd. 

Vandal strikes again, breaking windows at 89-year-old Minneapolis woman's home for 7th time

Frances Mosley’s home near Lake Nokomis in south Minneapolis has been the target of vandalism seven times since March. Each time, someone smashes several windows on the first floor of her home late at night or early in the morning.

2 statues vandalized in Minneapolis parks

Two statues in Minneapolis parks were vandalized this week, with one of them being toppled over. 

Minnesota native outlines goals after being named to Biden's White House team

One day after President-elect Joe Biden named a Minnesota native to his White House team, we’re now hearing his vision for national security.

Minneapolis announces new policy on no-knock warrants

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced a new policy on no-knock warrants Wednesday.

Nonprofit launches interactive map encouraging holiday shoppers to buy from Lake Street businesses

A local nonprofit is encouraging people to shop local and support small businesses along Lake Street in Minneapolis this holiday season, especially those that are still working to rebuild following this summer’s civil unrest.  

3 Minneapolis lakes experiencing unusual fall blue-green algae blooms

The unusually warm weather this November has contributed to blue-green algae blooms on three Minneapolis lakes, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. 

'I'm going to do whatever it takes': Minnesota restaurants brace for challenging month ahead

New restrictions announced by Gov. Walz prohibit indoor service at bars and restaurants in Minnesota, forcing businesses to rely entirely on takeout orders for the next four weeks.

Report: Gophers will be without 20 players against Purdue due to COVID, injuries

The University of Minnesota football team will be without its offensive line coach Friday night as the Gophers host Purdue at TCF Bank Stadium, team officials said.