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The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board appointed Averi Turner, 29, to fill the District 2 vacancy left by Becka Thompson. Turner, an educator, will represent the district during the budget approval process, emphasizing community engagement and diversity in the park system.
The FAA announced a 10% reduction in air traffic from 40 airports starting Friday due to the government shutdown, potentially affecting Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Analysts warn that this could lead to over 3,000 canceled flights daily, creating significant disruptions nationwide. Travelers should monitor their flights closely and be aware of their rights regarding cancellations.
A man shot and killed a 42-year-old woman in a Minneapolis apartment, marking the city's fifth homicide in a week. The suspect, a 65-year-old man, was arrested shortly after the incident on W. Broadway and awaits charges. Police recovered a gun and a knife from the scene.
Minneapolis voters elected six moderates and seven progressives to the city council, maintaining a progressive majority but creating potential for internal conflict. The new council features four newcomers and will face challenges in overriding Mayor Jacob Frey's vetoes. Osman, a re-elected council member, signaled he may play a pivotal role as a swing vote.
U.S. District Chief Judge Patrick Schiltz criticized former Minnesota GOP operative Anton Lazzaro for allegedly attempting to deceive a juror from his sex trafficking trial. Lazzaro, currently serving a 21-year sentence, faces accusations of sending a fake survey to the juror in an effort to gather information for a new trial request.
Minneapolis will start issuing speeding tickets on Friday after a month of warnings, as speed cameras show a 30% reduction in speeding. Preliminary data indicates that violations for drivers exceeding 20 mph over the limit have decreased by 76%. The city plans to expand its camera network significantly by 2029.
Wallace “Jack” Jackman, former co-publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman Recorder, passed away at 81 on October 27, 2025. Known for his community connections and philanthropic efforts, Jackman’s influence extended globally, impacting lives in countries like Kenya and Germany. His family remembers him as a passionate connector who dedicated his life to helping others.
State Senator Omar Fateh conceded to incumbent Jacob Frey in the Minneapolis mayoral race, despite energizing progressive voters. Frey secured a third term in a record voter turnout under the ranked-choice voting system. Fateh emphasized that his campaign sparked essential discussions about affordability and workers’ rights.
A compliment during a birthday party in Minneapolis escalated to violence when 16-year-old Raymond Valentino Bowser shot 15-year-old Aundre Loyd in the head. Bowser faces second-degree murder charges and awaits prosecution as an adult after the shooting occurred Sunday night. Authorities recovered a semiautomatic handgun at the scene.
Minneapolis police discovered a man and a woman in their 80s shot to death in their home, suspected to be a murder-suicide. Officers conducted a welfare check after the residents had not been heard from for several days. The investigation is ongoing, with police yet to determine which individual fired the weapon.