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St. Paul residents celebrating the passage of the Right to Repair ordinance

St. Paul's 'Right to Repair' ordinance drew overwhelming support on election night

On a chilly November evening in St. Paul, residents gathered in community centers and living rooms, eyes glued to their screens as election results rolled in. Cheers erupted as the numbers confirmed what many had hoped for: the 'Right to Repair' ordinance had passed with overwhelming support,...

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Minneapolis City Hall during public hearing for police chief nomination

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Minneapolis closer to choosing next police chief as public weighs in

As the sun dipped below the Minneapolis skyline, a crowd gathered at City Hall, their voices rising in unison. They were there for one reason: to weigh in on the future of their city’s police department. Among them stood interim Chief Bill Peterson, who is vying to lead the Minneapolis Police...

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Bill Peterson addressing the Minneapolis City Council

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1-on-1 with Bill Peterson: The nominee for Minneapolis police chief

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over Minneapolis, Interim Police Chief Bill Peterson stood before a packed council chamber, ready to make his case for the permanent position. The room buzzed with anticipation, filled with community members eager to voice their opinions on...

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St. Paul City Council meeting discussing police oversight commission stipend increase

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St. Paul leaders look to increase stipend for police oversight commission

On a recent Wednesday morning, the St. Paul City Council convened to discuss an issue that has significant implications for community safety and civic engagement. As city leaders sat around the table, the conversation turned toward the Police Civilian Internal Affairs Review Commission (PCIAR), a...

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Spring Lake Park Mayor election results in tie, winner to be chosen by lottery

As the sun dipped below the horizon on a crisp autumn evening in Spring Lake Park, the air buzzed with anticipation. Residents gathered in the City Council Chambers, their faces illuminated by the soft glow of overhead lights, waiting for the announcement that would determine their next mayor. In a...

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Minneapolis City Council meeting with residents present

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Minneapolis council begins grilling Mayor Frey’s nominee for police chief

As the sun set over Minneapolis, the city council chambers buzzed with anticipation. Residents packed the room, eager to witness the confirmation hearing for Interim Police Chief Bill Peterson. Among the crowd were families, community leaders, and advocates, all hoping for a new chapter in the...

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Nicole Mitchell celebrating her election to the Woodbury City Council

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Former Senator Nicole Mitchell elected to Woodbury City Council

On a chilly November evening, Nicole Mitchell, a familiar face in Minnesota politics, stood before a crowd of supporters in Woodbury, her heart racing as the election results rolled in. Just a year after a turbulent chapter in her life, she celebrated a significant comeback, earning a seat on the...

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Nicole Mitchell campaigning for Woodbury City Council

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Nicole Mitchell secures Woodbury City Council seat following burglary conviction

On a crisp November evening in Woodbury, Minnesota, the community gathered at the local community center to witness a pivotal moment in their city’s governance. Among the candidates vying for a seat on the Woodbury City Council was Nicole Mitchell, a former state senator whose recent past included...

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Minnesota Power Rate Increase Announcement

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150,000 Minnesotans could see a 17.8% Minnesota Power Rate Increase

In a quiet Little Falls neighborhood, Jack Campbell sits on his porch, sipping coffee as he reflects on the news that has unsettled many of his neighbors. This week, Minnesota Power announced a proposed rate hike that could raise monthly bills for over 150,000 customers by 17.8%, an increase of...

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Council dissolves safety office; violence interrupters say it failed them

The Minneapolis City Council voted 9-4 to dissolve the Office of Community Safety, created after George Floyd’s murder to unite police, fire, 911 and violence prevention under one leader. Community violence interrupters say neither side has given their lifesaving work the support it needs. The post...

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Live: Thuba Nguyen faces Pat Carlson for Coon Rapids mayor

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