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How the New Minneapolis Left is Shaping Police Reform

Mayoral candidate Sheila Nezhad is leading a young, unapologetically leftist wave of leaders.

September 30, 2021

Don’t Call School Board Members Nazis

Plus Brooklyn Center reforms progress, an asshole vandalizes St. Thomas, and mental health workers unionize in today's Flyover.

September 29, 2021

Is Hennepin County Ready for Restorative Justice?

Mary Moriarty is running for Hennepin County Attorney, offering a reform model that’s being tested in cities like Philadelphia and Los Angeles. Can it happen here?

September 27, 2021

Timberwovles in Disarray!

Plus a big fentanyl bust, a racist Michaels manager, and a gorgeous voter guide in today's Flyover.

September 23, 2021

Controversial Minneapolis Community Patrols Face Murky Future

Newly established and without clearly defined roles, city-funded policing alternatives are drawing criticism from activists.

September 22, 2021

Don’t Believe Everyone on TikTok Who Says They’re with Homeland Security

Plus, mystery salmonella, (even more!) new local media, and a closer look at U of M squirrels in today's Flyover.

September 21, 2021

Poll Respondents: Give Unpopular Mayor More Power

Plus horse cops corps, a Backstreet Boy’s report on Duluth, and the Twin Cities house deficit in today's Flyover.

September 20, 2021

Here’s What Minneapolis Looks Like to Space Aliens

Plus density debates in St. Paul and an easy way to get your vax info in today's Flyover.

September 16, 2021

Taking it to Court—and the Streets

The future of the public safety ballot measure is in question, but supporters say the fight's far from over.

September 16, 2021

Let’s Drive Up and Down 35W All Weekend!

Plus parking woes, white supremacist vandalism, and updates on the Mpls mayoral race in today's Flyover.

September 9, 2021