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Minneapolis residents protested after Public Works demolished the Loring Greenway playground, which was privately funded by the neighborhood. City officials plan to replace it with a new playground sourced from Texas, aiming for installation in October. Residents emphasize the playground's importance for children's well-being and community connection.
Minneapolis City Council elections on November 4 will determine the council's direction, with candidates either supporting Mayor Jacob Frey or the progressive majority. Key issues include housing, public safety, and environmental policies, with competitive races in several wards. Candidates are raising significant funds, with the Ward 7 contest seeing the most financial backing.
Trayveion Alvin Green, 24, faces seven counts of second-degree murder for a mass shooting on Lake Street in Minneapolis that killed Gregory Sweeten and injured six others. Sweeten's sister, Misha, emphasizes the personal loss amid rising gun violence, urging the community to remember her brother's significance. The incident occurred just before another tragic shooting at Annunciation Church.
Twelve-year-old Sophia Forchas, injured in a mass shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, shows promising signs of neurological recovery. Her family reports steady progress and expresses gratitude for the support received during her recovery journey.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and Anoka County Attorney Brad Johnson clashed over a new policy that limits felony charges from low-level traffic stops. Johnson criticized the policy, citing the case of Timothy McVeigh as an example of the importance of prosecuting traffic violations, while Moriarty defended her approach as a data-driven strategy to enhance public safety.
Federal agents detained Minnesota activist Omar Jamal, alleging he is a criminal illegal alien. A lawsuit seeks to prevent his deportation amid concerns for his safety, as he has been held for weeks in a local jail following past convictions. Local leaders defend Jamal, emphasizing his community contributions and asserting he poses no threat.
Becka Thompson plans to resign from her Minneapolis Park Board seat to run for the City Council in Ward 12, necessitating a move to the area. Thompson's residency has raised questions, with her opponent suggesting a potential legal challenge regarding her eligibility. If she resigns, it will create a vacancy on the Park Board with over two months left in her term.
More than 1,500 supporters gathered at the University of Minnesota to honor Charlie Kirk, killed on September 10. Conservative author Michael Knowles replaced Kirk as the speaker, emphasizing that Kirk's death has galvanized support for open debate among young conservatives. An empty chair on stage symbolized Kirk's absence, while protests outside highlighted tensions surrounding his legacy.
Michael Knowles replaced the late Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA’s sold-out event at the University of Minnesota on September 22, 2025. Attendees expressed mixed feelings, with some wearing MAGA hats while others protested outside, voicing concerns about the group's ideology. University officials heightened security measures due to recent violence on campus and community anxiety surrounding the event.
Professors at the University of Minnesota have shifted classes online amid safety concerns related to the upcoming Turning Point USA event featuring Michael Knowles. This decision follows recent gunfire on campus, prompting university officials to enhance safety protocols and address the anxiety surrounding the event.