folks, there's never been a better time to start paying attention to minneapolis' budget season. www.minnpost.com/metro/2026/0...

Minneapolis budget pre-season underway with property taxes at play

Police and other spending will be under a microscope, and the parks board is hoping to reclaim a larger share of city dollars.

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wrote about a truly nightmarish series of railroad crossings in northwestern minneapolis. in early 2024, one of them was blocked for *194 minutes*. that's long enough to watch the entirety of the odyssey (2026) and then spend 21 minutes googling "anne hathaway oscar odds"

Glimmer of hope for Northside residents stuck at one of city’s worst rail crossings

More than an annoyance, the delays hinder emergency vehicles. But much-needed changes are on a very slow track.

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St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her said she's cooperating with an independent investigation into allegations that she sexually harassed city employees.

St. Paul mayor says she's cooperating with sexual harassment investigation

In April, the city hired a law firm to investigate the mayor after the police chief filed a complaint.

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We asked the candidates for Hennepin County Attorney to explain their public safety priorities, views on traffic stops and racial disparities in the justice system, and how they’d hold federal agents accountable for Metro Surge. Take our “Meet Your County Attorney” quiz to find your top match!

Take the quiz: Meet Your Hennepin County Attorney

Candidates for Hennepin County Attorney told us where they stand on issues. Which is the top match for you? Find out before the August 11 primary election.

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Tomorrow! Join us to learn more about Documenters, City Bureau & MinnPost and get a crash course on how to find and monitor local government meetings in your community 📝

Twin Cities Documenters@twincitiesdocs.bsky.social · 2w ago

Join us next Tuesday for a free, online workshop that is designed to help Minnesotans get started with monitoring their local government. You can find more info and register here: twincities.documenters.org/workshops/wo...

There are two weeks to go before the Aug. 11 primary, where Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig are vying to be the DFL's nominee. On Monday, catch a live debate between Flanagan and Craig moderated by MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst.

Watch at 11 a.m.: MPR News hosts final Angie Craig, Peggy Flanagan head-to-head debate

The debate hosted by MPR News between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan comes as the Aug. 11 primary for U.S. Senate nears.

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The deadline for submitting neighborhood traffic calming applications for 2027 consideration is August 1, 2026! cityoflakes.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant...

By @MaraGottfried and @tylerquattrin: Ramsey County, Catholic Charities secure another 49 shelter beds as a district council asks for a 90-day breather on the planned Aug. 5 encampment closure. “Stop the sweeps”? www.twincities.com/2026/07/22/s...

Amid concern over closure of St. Paul’s largest homeless encampment, 49 more shelter beds secured

People who gathered at city hall called for a moratorium on evictions from homeless encampments.

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Join us next Tuesday for a free, online workshop that is designed to help Minnesotans get started with monitoring their local government. You can find more info and register here: twincities.documenters.org/workshops/wo...

Changing rules under the Trump administration have restricted immigrants’ employment opportunities by raising fees and shortening the validity of work permits. This year hundreds of immigrants in Minnesota lost their commercial licenses amid federal pressure on states.

Immigration services misspelled his name. Then Minneapolis fired him.

The termination of Public Works employee Darley Herrera has driven a wedge between city hall and the Laborers Union.

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The @lwvmpls.bsky.social candidate forum for @hennepin.bsky.social County District 2 is tonight! Come say hi at the Documenters table! 👋

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The Board of Estimate & Taxation recently approved a resolution requesting that the City Council and mayor pursue a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program, which would give nonprofits an option to contribute toward the costs of public assets like parks and housing: www.minnpost.com/documenters/...

Documenters report: Minneapolis considers asking tax-exempt property owners to help fill funding gaps

As the city responds to federal funding losses, a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes program (PILOT) has surfaced as a potential solution.

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What you need to know about Minnesota’s primary election, and how to vote early. Read the full story here:

What you need to know about Minnesota’s 2026 primary election

Here’s a guide to the Minnesota 2026 primary election, and how to vote early and by mail for the governor’s office and Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.

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Due to air quality, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has cancelled all outdoor programs, activities and events for today. All non air-conditioned recreation centers are also closed. If you do go outside, use precaution and limit your time.

The forum for at-large Minneapolis school board positions is tonight! The two candidates with the most votes in the Aug. 11 primary will progress to the general election ballot. We'll be there, come say hi at our Documenters table! 👋

Twin Cities Documenters@twincitiesdocs.bsky.social · 4w ago

Hope to see you at an event soon! 🌞

Hope to see you at an event soon! 🌞

Henn Co Comm Dist 3 Primary Candidate Forum is tonight! 📅Mon, July 13 at 6pm 📍Mpls Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall, Mpls 🎥Livestream is available: youtube.com/live/Hbv8TlU0pNU?feature=share For more info on our candidate forums: lwvmpls.org/2026-candida...

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If a municipal contractor has to remove trees from your boulevard for road work, can they make a donation to a tree fund instead of replanting? Under St. Paul’s proposed tree preservation ordinance, the answer is… leaf through the details here: www.twincities.com/2026/07/07/s...

Critics, fans burrow into St. Paul’s proposed tree preservation ordinance

The city council is scheduled to host a public hearing Wednesday afternoon.

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The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority is moving forward with plans to fully renovate the Glendale Townhomes. Depending on financing, the MPHA says construction could begin by 2028: www.minnpost.com/news/2026/06...

Documenters report: Glendale Townhomes slated for major redevelopment

The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority has recently shared more details about a $200 million plan to completely renovate the townhomes.

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MinnPost's metro reporter @tjm613.bsky.social attended the Hennepin County Attorney candidate forum hosted by the League of Women Voters last night. Check out his recap here: www.minnpost.com/metro/2026/0...

With Moriarty bowing out as Hennepin County Attorney, the race is on for who will replace her – and how

At a candidate forum, contenders jockeyed for position while promising to hold ICE accountable and offering the occasional nod to Moriarty.

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Minneapolis has moved to end its decades-old bathhouse ban after a 9–2 council vote. It now heads to Mayor Jacob Frey for approval.

Minneapolis City Council votes to repeal ban on adult bathhouses, sex venues

Bathhouses were banned in the city in 1988 during the AIDS epidemic. The Minneapolis City Council voted on Thursday to repeal the ban. It now heads to Mayor Jacob Frey.

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Can't reach your city council member? That could be because they may have another job. Yes, the St. Paul City Council is part-time. Should they be full-time? They're paid $79,000. Full-time would likely boost salaries to $112,000, effective 2029. www.twincities.com/2026/06/24/n...

Nelsie Yang pitches increasing St. Paul City Council pay 40%, with more duties

Council members in the capital city earn $79,000 annually, while Minneapolis council members take home about $110,000 for what’s considered full-time work.

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Attend a community conversation to learn about the City’s budget, understand the opportunities and challenges ahead, and share your priorities for Saint Paul’s future. June 15: Frogtown Com. Center June 22: Sun Ray Library June 26: Arlington Hills Com. Center July 1: Neighborhood House

The new single-issue voter? After striking out at the local and state levels, activists who oppose data centers are looking to the fall elections to slow down developments.

Data centers in Minnesota: The next big election issue

After striking out at the local and state levels, activists against data centers are looking to elections to slow down developments.

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Last week, two residents asked the Ramsey County Board to consider skipping a cost of living adjustment for board members next year, reports Documenter Aria. The board will take a final vote on it tomorrow. www.minnpost.com/documenters/...

Documenters report: Ramsey County commissioners consider 3.5% raise next year

During a public hearing, two residents spoke against the raise.

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Hennepin County's ballot counting machines have had a 100% accuracy rate for the past several elections, Documenter Missy found at the latest board meeting: www.minnpost.com/documenters/...

Documenters report: From election security to crime rates to pavement conditions, report offers broad assessment of Hennepin County services

The county's annual performance report shows electronic ballot counting machines have a 100% accuracy rate.

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Are you ready to learn more about the candidates hoping to be your next Hennepin County Attorney? Join us on June 25 @ 7pm at City Hall in Golden Valley, Council Chamber. 7800 Golden Valley Rd Follow along at home if crowds aren't your thing: gvlive.ccxmedia.org

As the budget season gets rolling, St. Paul is facing a $26 million projected gap between money in and money out for 2027. That’s larger than the gap it faced in 2020 heading into 2021. This time around, there’s no federal pandemic relief money on the horizon: www.twincities.com/2026/06/15/s...

St. Paul wants input on $1B budget. Here’s how you can participate

Four public budget engagement meetings are scheduled, each focusing on a different area of city operations, where community members will have the opportunity to share their priorities.

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