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Minneapolis winter bird count delivers thrills on the wing
Birders by the dozens headed outdoors Sunday for the third Minneapolis West Circle Winter Bird Count. While totals are still being tallied, the joy of birding and community was abundant, along with rare finds like the long-eared owl.
Frey issues another veto, rejecting council decision to deny raises for high paid city staff
Mayor Jacob Frey issued his third veto of the month Thursday, objecting to the Minneapolis City Council’s decision to withhold raises from city employees as a means of reducing the property tax levy increase.
Mayor Jacob Frey vetoes 2025 budget approved by Minneapolis City Council
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Wednesday afternoon that he is vetoing the 2025 budget approved by the city council late Tuesday night. The budget had passed with enough votes to override a veto.