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Skyline Math and Science Academy in Minneapolis will close at the end of the school year due to consistently low test scores and poor financial management. The school's authorizer, the Minnesota Guild of Public Charter Schools, has criticized the leadership for failing to inform parents about the closure, depriving them of time to seek new schooling options.
Burt Cohen, founder of Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, passed away at 94½ on May 10, 2025, from advanced aortic stenosis. Known for his humor and dedication to community service, Cohen wrote approximately 12,500 columns throughout his career, culminating in a self-deprecating obituary. His contributions significantly shaped local media and civic engagement in Minneapolis.
The Minneapolis Police Department appointed civilians Ayodele Famodu and Ganesha Martin to lead the Internal Affairs and Constitutional Policing Bureaus, marking a historic shift in leadership. Chief Brian O'Hara emphasized the need for civilian expertise in these roles, aiming to enhance accountability and community trust.
Minnesota lawmakers face a tense end to the 2025 legislative session, with budget bills unpassed and leaders blaming each other for delays. Governor Tim Walz plans to call a special session once legislative differences are resolved, as a new two-year state budget must be finalized by July 1 to prevent a government shutdown.
A school bus crashed into a playground in south Minneapolis on Monday, injuring two children, ages 4 and 5. The children were hospitalized, but their injuries were not life-threatening. Police stated that impairment is not suspected as a factor in the crash.
Four Native American women graduated from Minneapolis College's nursing program, highlighting the underrepresentation of Native Americans in nursing. Their success aims to inspire future generations to pursue careers in healthcare. The women, who are among 37 graduates, must pass a national licensure exam to begin their nursing careers.
Federal immigration agents arrested German Adriano Llangari Inga, 35, in Minneapolis after he allegedly caused a fatal crash while driving drunk and without a license. Llangari Inga, who entered the U.S. illegally in 2016, faces charges of criminal vehicular homicide following the death of Victoria Eileen Harwell, 31. The White House criticized local sanctuary policies in response to his case.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara criticized the city's "bourgeois liberal mentality," claiming it distorts reality as the city nears the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. His remarks drew backlash from City Council members, who argued that his comments were disrespectful and failed to address community needs. O’Hara's statements highlight tensions between law enforcement and local progressive politics.
Jahon Ronnell Lynch, 20, received a 15⅔-year sentence for second-degree murder and robbery, linked to a shooting that killed Antonio Vernon Harper. Lynch had previously stolen a sports car and puppies valued over $100,000 in a home invasion. He is expected to serve nearly 9½ years in prison.
Minneapolis activist K.G. Wilson, alongside about 50 attendees, commemorated the fourth anniversary of his granddaughter Aniya Allen's unsolved murder at Lakewood Cemetery. The memorial included prayers, performances, and calls for justice from family and friends, highlighting ongoing community efforts to address gun violence.