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A shootout at a Minneapolis homeless encampment, linked to a drug territory dispute, resulted in one death and six injuries. Trivon Leonard Jr., charged with first-degree riot and illegal firearm possession, had been released from jail just hours before the incident. The violence prompted city officials to close the encampment, which had been a site for drug dealing.
Minneapolis mayoral candidate DeWayne Davis emphasizes the need to address social disparities while maintaining economic growth. He opposes rent control but advocates for increased public and nonprofit housing development to combat affordability issues. Davis aims to streamline regulations to support local businesses and enhance transportation infrastructure.
The Minneapolis Police Department graduated 33 new officers, its largest recruitment class in years, as new hires outpace recent departures. Police Chief Brian O’Hara highlighted the department's current strength of about 605 sworn officers, still below pre-pandemic levels. Mayor Jacob Frey expressed optimism about the future recruitment pipeline.
Minneapolis held its first mayoral debate on Friday, featuring Mayor Jacob Frey and four challengers. Moderated by Mary Lahammer and Blois Olson, the debate focused on key issues facing the city. The Citizens League sponsored the event, which is available for streaming.
Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh reported vandalism at his campaign office, featuring threatening Islamophobic language. Fateh, a state senator born to Somali immigrants, vowed that hate speech and vandalism will not deter his campaign. Mayor Jacob Frey expressed support for Fateh and condemned the act as an attack on the community.
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing Minneapolis landlord Hamoudi Sabri from establishing homeless encampments on his properties following a mass shooting at one of his sites. The city cited public health concerns and ongoing legal disputes over the encampment's conditions. Mayor Jacob Frey emphasized the ruling allows for safer housing solutions for the homeless.
University of Minnesota hosted a "performative male" contest, where 38 contestants entertained an audience with ironic displays of masculinity. The event, reflecting a satirical trend popular on TikTok, highlighted Gen Z men's attempts to appeal to women through exaggerated and often insincere behaviors. Freshman Colin Phan won the contest, embodying the archetype with a humorous act.
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.
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.
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.