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Minneapolis City Council President Jenkins survives strong election challenge
Andrea Jenkins narrowly defeated challenger and political newcomer Soren Stevenson to retain her 8th Ward seat. Jenkins’ unofficial victory is also a rare come-from-behind win.
St. Paul elects school board members Allen, Carrillo, Franco, Valliant in sweep for teachers’ union
Voters chose four winners from seven candidates for the Saint Paul Public Schools board: Incumbent Chauntyll Allen, returning board member Yusef Carrillo, plus newcomers Carlo Franco and Erica Valliant.
Election Tuesday: A check-in from the Minneapolis polls
Off-year, local elections tend to see much lower turnout than presidential and statewide races. But their results still have a big impact on Minnesotans’ lives. Listen for an update from the Minneapolis polls here.
St. Paul's Como Zoo welcomes new baby giraffe
St. Paul’s Como Zoo welcomed a new baby giraffe this week — and it’ll likely be on view to the public in the next few weeks.
A year of challenges and change for Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara
One year ago, Brian O’Hara became the new chief of the Minneapolis Police Department. He joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer Tuesday on Minnesota Now to reflect on his first year as chief.
A lifelong artist adorns Twin Cities public spaces with vibrant botanical murals
Hibaaq Ibrahim, known as Moon Juice Art, became intrigued with public murals after the George Floyd murder. More than 20 now grace Metro-area retail and public places.