Sophie Bennett

Sophie Bennett is an editor and writer with a strong interest in clear communication and engaging storytelling. She focuses on creating content that is informative, accessible, and relevant to a broad audience. Her editorial approach emphasizes accuracy, readability, and thoughtful presentation of ideas. At the Minneapolis Bulletin, she contributes to delivering well-crafted stories that keep readers informed and connected to the topics that matter most.

Minneapolis residents respond to Police Chief Brian O’Hara’s resignation with shock, hope.

Local Sophie Bennett -
Minneapolis residents are reacting with a mix of disbelief, disappointment and guarded optimism after Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigned amid findings that he interfered with an investigation into his conduct. The abrupt exit has reopened deep questions about police reform, public trust and who should lead the department next.

Minneapolis council president: Mayor Frey never disclosed O’Hara probe.

Politics Sophie Bennett -
Minneapolis City Council President Elliott Payne said Mayor Jacob Frey never disclosed formal investigations into Police Chief Brian O’Hara before renominating him, intensifying scrutiny after O’Hara resigned amid substantiated findings he interfered with a misconduct probe. The dispute has opened a new fight over transparency, police oversight and reform in a city still navigating court-ordered changes.

Why Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned.

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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigned on May 26, 2026, after Mayor Jacob Frey said an outside investigation found he interfered with an earlier misconduct probe. The inquiry did not substantiate the underlying allegations of intimate relationships with city employees, but it found O'Hara deleted phone data and discussed the investigation despite orders not to.

Man dies in overnight shooting in south Minneapolis.

Tech Sophie Bennett -
A man was shot and killed early on May 25 in south Minneapolis, prompting a homicide investigation and renewed calls for witnesses to come forward. Police said no arrests had been made as detectives worked to determine what led to the gunfire.

6 Things You Cannot Miss This Weekend in the Twin Cities (July 18-20)

Culture Sophie Bennett -
From the Yacht Club Festival to llamas at a brewery, here are the top 6 events happening in Minneapolis this weekend, July 18-20.
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