MPD Officer Jamal Mitchell posthumously honored with Officer of the Year award
Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell was posthumously awarded Officer of the Year at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Annual Conference. Officer Nicholas Kapinos, Officer Eric Withanom, and Officer Luke Kittock were also presented with the Officer of the Year Award for their response to...
Minneapolis School Board Signals Potential School Closures
The Minneapolis school board has formally asked Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams for information that could lead to school closures. They passed a resolution to the effect at a recent meeting. The board first drafted the directive —which asks for an initial report to the board by April 2026 — at two day-long...
These 10 Midwest Diners Still Serve the Best Burgers in the Country
When you think of classic American food, burgers are right at the top of the list. The Midwest has been home to some of the country’s most legendary burger joints for decades, many of them family-owned diners that have been flipping patties since before your grandparents were born. From butter-soaked Wisconsin...
Minneapolis cracks top-5 for metros with worst inflation
MINNEAPOLIS — The apple might be 'mini' in Minnesota's biggest city, but the inflation is mighty, according to a new analysis. Minneapolis was ranked as the fifth-worst metro area nationwide in terms of inflationary price rises, according to WalletHub. "To determine how inflation is impacting people in different...
16-year-old arrested for allegedly stabbing a man who fled to a Minneapolis Police station
A 16-year-old was arrested after he reportedly stabbed a man, with the victim allegedly making his way to a police station for help.
A Million-dollar Powerball Ticket Was Sold Right Here In Minnesota
While one winner is counting their blessings, the Powerball jackpot is still climbing higher. Get ready for Monday's drawing!
Minnesota Teen Jailed Over Two Years After Cop Fabricated Case, Court Grants Immunity
A federal appeals court ruled that St. Paul police officer Heather Weyker cannot be sued for jailing a Minnesota teenager for more than two years on false charges, finding she acted “under color of federal law.” The case stems from a fabricated sex-trafficking investigation Weyker led while serving on a federal task...
Massive Turnout of Minnesotans in Heated Debate: “No Kings” Declaration
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Minnesotans show up en masse to declare “No Kings”. Minnesotans show up en masse to declare “No Kings”
New One-of-a-Kind Cell Phone Store Opening At Mall of America
Imagine stepping into a space where you can actually try out the latest smartphones and gadgets. That's coming soon to Bloomington!
Eagan case of alleged ‘grooming’ patterns raises questions about school policies and systems
ListenEagan case of alleged 'grooming' patterns raises questions about school policies and systems. An MPR News investigation published this week revealed what Eagan police described as an alleged “pattern of predatory grooming” by former Eagan High School music teacher Brett Benson. No charges were ever filed for...
