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The Minnesota Daily

Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Minnesota has an even split in the House and a DFL majority ofby one seat in the Senate for the upcoming legislative session.
DFL, Republican leaders promise bipartisanship ahead of legislative session
by Ainsley Brown
Published December 11, 2024

As the Republican and DFL parties prepare for a split in the Minnesota Legislature, party leaders said at a joint panel they will prioritize...

The City Council approved this year's budget despite residents' concerns about the increasing tax levy and pressure from the mayor.
City Council approves $1.9 billion budget, Frey vetoes
by Maya Bell
Published December 11, 2024

A lower property tax levy and Latino Business Week funding passed Tuesday night by the Minneapolis City Council as they approved over 70 budget...

Transplants from more than 20 states have settled in Minnesota since a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in 2023.
Trump reelection spurs relocation concerns for transgender transplants
by Hannah Ward
Published December 11, 2024

Former president Donald Trump’s reelection is igniting fears of anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination and federal restrictions on gender-affirming care...

Rainville is a fifth-generation resident of Northeast Minneapolis and takes pride in his moderate governing style. Courtesy of Michael Rainville.
Rainville holds steadfast in his moderate ways ahead of reelection
by Grace Aigner
Published December 9, 2024

Often seen as one of the more moderate voices on the council, Northeast Minneapolis’ two-term Council Member Michael Rainville (Ward 3) admits...

City council approved the amended Labor Standards Board on Nov. 14. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed the board after 400 Minneapolis business owners signed a petition asking him to do so.
City council fails to override Labor Standards Board veto
by Grace Aigner
Published December 9, 2024

Minneapolis City Council failed to override Minneapolis Mayor Frey’s veto of the Labor Standards Board with an 8-5 vote on Thursday. While...

The University’s budget requests cover the four University campuses’ infrastructure and services like mental health counseling.
University details state legislature budget request for the 2025 session
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 4, 2024

With the upcoming state legislature session looming, University of Minnesota officials are preparing their budget requests in hopes that more...

President-elect Donald Trump to enter White House with Republican trifecta
President-elect Donald Trump to enter White House with Republican trifecta
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 3, 2024

Starting in January 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives, Senate and Presidency will have a Republican supermajority, creating a Republican...

The PPA met over Zoom on Dec. 9, their last meeting before the holidays.
Witch’s Hat Tower delays, tenants’ rights organizer search, more
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 11, 2024

The Prospect Park Association (PPA) held its last meeting Monday before the holiday season where members gave updates on renters’ rights representation,...

Construction is slated to end fall 2025.
Stone Arch Bridge construction switches sides
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 11, 2024

Construction along the Stone Arch Bridge flip-flopped with the downtown Minneapolis side of the bridge now closed for construction. Brick...

The public comment period on the proposed budget ends on Wednesday.
Proposed 2025 MET Council budget prioritizes public transportation safety
by Ainsley Brown
Published December 9, 2024

Public transportation safety is top of mind in the Metropolitan (MET) Council’s proposed 2025 budget, which includes expanding security camera...

The previous 2025 plan made in 2010 led to the Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium and light rail green line.
2035 Plan aims at redesigning downtown as an entertainment and people hub
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 7, 2024

Minneapolis city leaders hope to revitalize parts of downtown such as Nicollet Mall to convert old office spaces into housing, add more entertainment...

Protesters gathered outside of the building entrances while some demonstrators moved chairs and tables in front of the doors on October 21.
City Council urges UMN to not charge Morrill Hall protestors, Frey plans to veto
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 7, 2024

The Minneapolis City Council voted 7-5 Tuesday on a resolution urging the University, Hennepin County and city attorneys not to pursue charges...

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