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Khadar Adan received one year of probation for his involvement in a $250 million fraud scheme tied to the Feeding Our Future investigation. Adan admitted to allowing a fake food site to operate from his business center and accepted $1,000 in fraudulent proceeds. He is one of 50 defendants who have pleaded guilty in the case.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey won a third term, defeating democratic socialist Omar Fateh and others in a ranked-choice election with 55% voter turnout. Frey secured 42% of first-choice votes, signaling a desire to move past years of tension with a City Council leaning left.
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.
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.
Mayor Jacob Frey secured a third term in Minneapolis, overcoming a challenge from Omar Fateh in a ranked choice voting system. In a notable shift, Kaohly Her was elected as the first woman and first Hmong-American mayor of St. Paul, defeating incumbent Melvin Carter.
State Rep. Kaohly Her challenges St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter in the upcoming election, emphasizing her diverse experiences, including finance and her refugee background. Her advocates for addressing pressing local issues such as housing, taxes, and community involvement to foster a thriving city.
Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul will elect their mayors this week, with incumbent mayors Jacob Frey and Melvin Carter both seeking third terms. Frey faces challengers including state Sen. Omar Fateh, while Carter’s main opponent is state Rep. Kaohly Her. Candidates discussed their platforms ahead of Election Day.
Minneapolis and St. Paul mayoral candidates made a final push to connect with voters ahead of Tuesday's elections. Incumbents Jacob Frey and Melvin Carter face challengers Omar Fateh and Kaohly Her, who advocate for new leadership after eight years in office. Both campaigns focus on energizing their respective communities amid a low-profile election year.
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter announced his bid for a third term, focusing on public safety, housing development, and addressing addiction. He claims a police initiative has reduced gun violence and advocates for changes to rent control laws to stimulate housing growth.
Minnesota ended its Housing Stabilization Services program due to widespread fraud involving bogus providers. The decision has left legitimate service providers scrambling for funding, potentially jeopardizing housing for vulnerable populations. Advocates argue that the abrupt cancellation punishes those in need rather than addressing the root issues.