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Minneapolis Mayor Vetoes Encampment Safety Ordinance

Mayor Frey vetoes encampment ordinance mandating bathrooms, notice, and kits, citing safety risks as council eyes override next month.

Minnesota Tackles Fraud Crisis With New Director And GOP Field Grows

Walz appoints ex-FBI agent Tim O'Malley as Minnesota's first Program Integrity Director. Nine GOP candidates battle for endorsement to challenge governor in 2026.

Minnesota Budget Forecast Released As Governor Race Heats Up And Federal Immigration Enforcement Arrives

Minnesota releases budget forecast while two new candidates join the governor's race and ICE begins Minneapolis operations, reshaping the state's political scene.

Federal Immigration Enforcement Operation Targets Twin Cities Somali Community

ICE launches major operation targeting Somali immigrants in Twin Cities as Trump intensifies rhetoric, deploying 100 agents amid community fears.

Jacob Frey Wins Third Term as Minneapolis Mayor in Record Turnout Election

Mayor Jacob Frey secured his third term in Minneapolis with record voter turnout as 147,702 residents participated in the 2025 municipal election.

Minneapolis Mayor Race: How Three Challengers Could Upset Jacob Frey’s Lead

Three challengers are using ranked-choice voting to potentially unseat popular Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey despite his lead in polls and strong record.
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Immigration Protests Greet Homeland Security Chief In Minneapolis

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s ICE briefing in Minneapolis sparks a colorful, passionate protest as Minnesotans decry Trump-era immigration crackdowns.

Minneapolis Mayor Frey Highlights Crime Drop And Third-Term Bid

Mayor Jacob Frey touts falling crime, defends encampment clearings, and vows to stand by undocumented neighbors as he seeks a third term.

Crime Drops Across Minneapolis Despite ‘No Kings’ Protest Against Trump

Thousands pack downtown Minneapolis for a “No Kings” rally, blasting Trump’s second-term agenda while organizers stress peaceful protest and democracy.