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Mayor Jacob Frey plans to end “double-time” overtime pay for Minneapolis police officers in his proposed 2026 budget, aiming to save the city approximately $3.64 million annually. The overtime policy, which has led to a record $28 million in spending last year, was implemented during a staffing crisis but is now deemed unnecessary as police ranks increase. Frey asserts this change will not compromise public safety.
Minneapolis experienced a surge in car break-ins, with at least 125 vehicles vandalized overnight in two precincts. Residents are frustrated as the month-long spree continues, prompting calls for increased police presence and surveillance.
A Minneapolis Park Police officer sustained a minor injury during a struggle while attempting to arrest a man accused of inappropriately touching children in Mueller Park. The officer's weapon discharged during the confrontation, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the injury. The suspect, known to police, was taken to the hospital as a precaution.
A Minnesota man serving a life sentence for the 1998 murder of an elderly woman may be exonerated after the key witness confessed to the crime. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office is petitioning to vacate Bryan Hooper's conviction, stating he has maintained his innocence for 27 years. This development follows a confession from Chalaka Lewis, who admitted to lying during the trial and claimed responsibility for the murder.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey responded to criticism aimed at his challenger, Sen. Omar Fateh, by showcasing his 2003 Honda Element after Fateh received traffic tickets while driving a BMW X3. Columnists highlighted Fateh's vehicle choice, questioning how a “man of the people” could afford a luxury SUV. Frey's video subtly suggested that he prioritizes practicality over luxury.
A man in his 40s died from life-threatening injuries following a stabbing in Elliot Park early Saturday morning. Police are investigating the incident and have not made any arrests, urging witnesses to come forward with information.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced she will not seek re-election, highlighting the intense scrutiny her office faced during her tenure. Critics labeled her a reformist soft on crime, while Moriarty argued media coverage often misrepresented her office's policy changes. The upcoming race to succeed her will shape the future of progressive prosecution in the region.
A judge ordered Minneapolis to mediate a lawsuit from eight business owners seeking $49 million over damages related to the aftermath of George Floyd's death. The owners allege police negligence allowed crime and disorder to disrupt their businesses in the area. Both parties must report back to the court by October 1.
D’s Banh Mi in south Minneapolis opened Thursday after three years of regulatory delays and a fire that destroyed the building. The family-run restaurant, led by Hilda Tov and her sons, aims to fill a gap for Vietnamese cuisine in the area, previously known for its lack of banh mi options. Locals expressed excitement, with many eagerly awaiting the grand opening.
A 16-year-old boy received a four-year sentence in juvenile detention for the accidental shooting death of 20-year-old Ibrahim Faisal Dabarani in Minneapolis. Abdihafed Mohamed Abdirisak pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter, and the court opted against trying him as an adult. The judge noted the shooting's accidental nature but emphasized the lack of remorse shown by Abdirisak.