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Minneapolis City Council member Jeremiah Ellison splits his time between council duties and a fellowship at Harvard, raising questions among fellow council members about the arrangement. Critics argue that he continues to receive payment while not attending committee meetings. This situation has sparked discussions regarding accountability and representation in local governance.
Minneapolis experienced a surge in gun violence, with six homicides reported in a single week, including a fatal shooting on August 26. Police Chief Brian O’Hara described the situation as “absolutely terrible” and confirmed that the suspected shooter from a recent transit station shooting remains at large. Investigators are analyzing surveillance footage to identify the suspect.
Matriarch, a vegan restaurant in Uptown, closed after two months, leaving behind legal disputes and allegations of unpaid bills. Owner Michelle Courtright faces an eviction trial due to claims of $33,000 in unpaid rent and owes former employees and contractors thousands in wages.
Funeral services for Fletcher Merkel, an 8-year-old boy killed in a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, will take place this Sunday at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church. Attendees are encouraged to wear bright colors in his memory, while media access is limited to livestreaming the event.
Vice President JD Vance will visit Minneapolis on Wednesday to honor victims of the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting, which claimed two young lives and injured 21 others. Vance and his wife, Usha, will hold private meetings to express condolences to affected families. This visit occurs one week after the tragic event.
Two children were killed and 16 others injured in a shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis. Families are sharing their children's stories of bravery, including one boy who shielded a friend from gunfire. Fundraising efforts have begun to support the medical costs of the victims.
Minneapolis school leaders are exploring the costs and benefits of closing, merging, or repurposing schools, with a report expected by March 2026. The school board's deliberative approach seeks to address ongoing budget deficits amid declining enrollment numbers.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey responded to a mass shooting at Annunciation Church by calling for unity and action against gun violence. He criticized "thoughts and prayers" as insufficient and urged policy changes to prevent future tragedies. His remarks resonated with many, including some of his critics.
Robin Westman, a 23-year-old, killed 16 people in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church after a troubled upbringing marked by instability and despair. Her journals revealed a fixation on violence and a sense of hopelessness, raising questions about the signs that could have indicated her violent intent. The incident has left the community seeking answers about the motivations behind her actions.
A shooter opened fire at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis during a morning Mass, killing two children and injuring 19 others. The shooter, identified as Robin Westman, died by suicide, and authorities are investigating the incident as an act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime against Catholics.