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Minneapolis's Board of Estimate and Taxation meets Tuesday after deadlocking on a property tax levy limit. The city must set the limit by Wednesday, and current talks point to a levy near 12%. The city is $33 million over budget, and missing the deadline risks tens of millions in lost collections next year.
KSTP · Sep 29, 2026The Minneapolis City Council questioned the police department about overtime spending during a recent meeting. The department spent $33 million on overtime in 2025 and has already passed its 2026 set-aside. Officials acknowledged past mismanagement, and the review bears on how the city balances its budget.
CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL) · Sep 29, 2026Residents who rent on Nicollet Island are working together to buy their homes. The Twin Cities Housing Development Corporation has listed the properties for sale, and the renters hope to purchase them as a group. The effort matters to renters on the island who face a sale of the properties.
MinnPost · Sep 29, 2026A juvenile was hospitalized Monday evening after police said the person accidentally shot themself in north Minneapolis. It happened on the 1700 block of James Avenue North, and the injury was not life-threatening. At least 17 Minneapolis police units responded near North Commons Community Center, so nearby residents may have seen heavy activity.
CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL) · Sep 29, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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A south Minneapolis teacher filed a complaint against the federal government alleging assault and false arrest during Operation Metro Surge. Quentin Williams claims federal agents chased a vehicle to Roosevelt High School grounds, shoving staff and tackling him. He was later detained at the Whipple Federal Building for about three hours.
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The Board of Estimate and Taxation set the maximum property tax levy at 11.87%, which is higher than Mayor Jacob Frey’s proposed 11.3%. The city must adopt a final levy by mid-December, amid discussions about tax hikes and agency spending.
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The Onamia Police Department has issued a missing person alert for Noah Cody, a 17-year-old teen who was last seen in the 2000 block of Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis around 3 p.m. He was wearing a black hoodie with a drawing of Jesus, black jeans, and a light blue bonnet. Anyone with information is asked to contact Onamia Police through Mille Lacs County dispatch or 911.
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A Minneapolis teacher filed a federal tort after being taken down by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent outside Roosevelt High School. The incident involved him being tackled and having his belongings confiscated. He was detained for four hours that day.
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Minnesota's first statewide K-12 health standards were approved after an earlier version was rejected. The standards cover topics such as mental and emotional health, nutrition, sexual health, and media literacy for grades K-12. These standards could take effect as early as the 2028-29 school year.
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Showers moved across Minnesota on Tuesday, bringing humid but mild temperatures. Rainfall totals were reported as of Tuesday evening, with up to 2 inches recorded by midday. The forecast mentions possible rain again Wednesday night into Thursday morning for southern Minnesota.
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Minneapolis residents are discussing which city services are most important as leaders debate a potential tax hike and budget cuts. The discussion centers on balancing needs like policing versus support for housing issues. Some residents cited public transit as another key service.
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Saffron is rebooting a version in Northeast Minneapolis at the former Young Joni space. Chef Sameh Wadi's cuisine draws inspiration from his father's manuscript, "The Encyclopedia of Palestinian Cuisine." The restaurant aims to preserve and share deeply rooted Palestinian culinary traditions.
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The Minnesota Vikings are set to host the Miami Dolphins for a game viewable on FOX 9. The article details recent team performance, including a win over the Buccaneers. Fans can watch pre-game coverage starting at 9:30 a.m. on FOX 9.
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The Jeremiah Program hosted its Voices Rising event in Minneapolis and St. Paul, celebrating single mom alumni. The event brought together over 175 guests to showcase support for the program’s mission. Attendees noted the strong community aspect, with moms advocating for progress for women in Minnesota.
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The Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET) must set a property tax levy limit by Wednesday, or the city could face no increase in next year's levy. Leaders are working to avoid losing out on tens of millions of dollars in tax collections. The current discussion centers around a potential property tax levy limit near 12%.
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A collision occurred around 4:12 a.m. when a car carrying seven passengers hit a tractor-trailer crossing 4th Street Southeast while exiting I-35W. Three people died and four others were hospitalized following the incident. Minneapolis Police Department and Minnesota State Troopers are investigating.
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