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Alexandra DeYoe

Alexandra DeYoe, City Desk Reporter

Alexandra DeYoe is a Journalism and History major at the University of Minnesota. She also minor in French and plays the violin for the campus orchestra! She is a staff reporter for the MN Daily’s newsroom team.

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López Franzen was the DFL minority leader for the Minnesota State Senate from 2021 to 2023. Courtesy of Melisa López Franzen's campaign.

Q&A with Senate-hopeful Melisa López Franzen

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 16, 2025
From left to right: Tom Olsen, Meg Forney and Michael Wilson. Courtesy of candidates' campaign websites.

Meet the candidates for the Minneapolis Park Board

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 14, 2025
Emma Watts, executive director of the Minnesota LGBTQIA2S+ Council, speaking at the state Capitol for Transgender Day of Remembrance in 2024. Courtest of Angelica Gentile.

State Council to survey LGBTQ+ community to better understand queer Minnesotans

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 10, 2025
The Bureau’s eTrace system is free for all law enforcement agencies to use statewide.

Proposed bill calls for law enforcement help in mapping gun trafficking

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 8, 2025
The meeting was held in Van Cleve Recreation Center on Saturday afternoon.

Sen. Doron Clark, Rep. Mohamud Noor hold town hall meeting in Como

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 7, 2025
Trump’s attempts to crush education will hurt everyone.

Teachers, students share concerns about Department of Education closure

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 31, 2025
Elkins is a part of six bills aiming to change how prescription pricing works.

Minnesota Legislature considering bills to make medications more affordable

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 28, 2025
Community members met in the University Lutheran Church of Hope Tuesday night for the first-ever EBNP meeting.

Construction, greenspaces talk at East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership first meeting

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 21, 2025
Supporters gather at the Minnesota State Capitol to support Ukraine’s efforts in the conflict with Russia.

Three years later, Ukrainian students’ fear for Ukraine’s future grows

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 17, 2025
Massive federal funding cuts and federal worker layoffs among the highlights to Trump’s second term.

Local Republicans weigh in on Trump’s second term

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 13, 2025
López Franzen served on the Minnesota Senate for 10 years as a DFLer before her leadership ended in 2023.

Former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen announces run for U.S. Senate

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 10, 2025
The goals are in adherence to the state’s carbon-free goals by 2040.

Xcel Energy announces plan to meet state’s clean energy, carbon-free emissions goals

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 2, 2025
Sen. Gustafson and Sen. Kreun co-authored the bill with bipartisanship as a main priority.

Legislators aim to prevent fraud with the Office of Inspector General

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 24, 2025
The legislation will also address resources for problem gambling support.

Minnesota legislators look to legalize, regulate sports betting

by Grace Aigner and Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 21, 2025
Students from four of the five University of Minnesota campuses also spoke Tuesday morning in the Capitol rotunda.

Students urge Minnesota Legislature to fund the University

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 19, 2025
Demuth joined the state House of Representatives in 2019 and was the minority leader in 2023. Photo courtesy of Karl Morton Badger.

Getting to know House Speaker Lisa Demuth

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 17, 2025
Price caps at the federal level protected by the Inflation Reduction Act could be frozen from funding by the Trump Administration.

Insulin costs capped at $35 per month in Minnesota

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 10, 2025
Nicollet Mall debuted as the first pedestrian mall in the U.S. in the late 1960s.

Buses could disappear from Nicollet Mall by 2026

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 10, 2025
Koski joined the Minneapolis City Council in 2021 to represent parts of south Minneapolis. Photo courtesy of Minneapolismn.gov.

Mayoral campaign Q&A with Emily Koski

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 3, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights decree will continue as planned.

Minneapolis’ latest consent decree stalled by Trump, DOJ

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published January 31, 2025
Clark currently works for ethics and compliance at Medtronic and is the former DFL chair for Senate District 60.

DFL-candidate Doron Clark wins special election

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published January 29, 2025
Sen. Bobby Joe Champion and Kari Dziedzic. Courtesy of Mikayla Mtanous.

Minnesota legislators mourn the life of friend, leader Kari Dziedzic

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published January 29, 2025
Omar has been in the U.S. Congress since 2018, becoming the first woman of color, Muslim and Somali representative in Congress.

Rep. Ilhan Omar named Minnesota’s most inspirational immigrant

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 31, 2024
The tradition returns to Nicollet Mall after being canceled in 2023 due to lack of funding. Courtesy of Dusty Hoskovec.

Holidazzle festival returns to Downtown

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 15, 2024
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 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
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 5, 2024
Martin has been the chair of the Minnesota DFL party since 2011. Courtesy of MN DFL website.

Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin begins campaign for national party leadership

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 1, 2024
The president-elect’s second administration picks will oversee 15 executive departments.

Local Republicans weigh in on Trump’s current cabinet picks

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 25, 2024
Michael Harrison (left) and David Douglass speaking to community members. ELEFA was chosen as MPD’s evaluator in Feb. 2024.

Minneapolis independent evaluator has spoken — next steps for MPD

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 18, 2024
The United States Capitol on Oct. 27, 2022.

Minnesota House tied, DFL trifecta broken, recount Thursday

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 14, 2024
Trump administration is expected to restrict anti-discrimination laws similar to his administration in 2016 to 2020.

Trump set to rollback transgender rights in schools, healthcare

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 14, 2024
October was named Disability Employment Awareness month by the Minneapolis City Council.

Employment challenges persist for people with disabilities

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 10, 2024
A supporter at the Minnesota GOP election night watch party on Tuesday.

Minnesota Democrats and Republicans remain optimistic

by Olivia Hines, Katrina Bailey, Ainsley Brown, Grace Aigner, and Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 5, 2024
Trump wins, election coverage

Trump wins, election coverage

by Jack O’Connor, Rachel Hoppe, Katrina Bailey, Ainsley Brown, Alexandra DeYoe, and Grace Aigner
Published November 5, 2024
From local organizations to students, Minnesotans weigh in on what is bringsing them to the polls.

Abortion, gun control and more will decide how Minnesotans vote

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 4, 2024
Rev. DeWayne Davis has also done work with OutFront Minnesota alongside his ministry service. Courtesy of DeWayne Davis.

Q&A with 2025 Minneapolis mayoral candidate DeWayne Davis

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 28, 2024

More states looking to abolish the Electoral College

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 27, 2024
Wolters said her priorities are public safety, more opportunities for business and balanced state spending. Photos courtesy of Abigail Wolters and Mohamud Noor. Graphic by Alex DeYoe

Republican candidate emerges for District 60B

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 23, 2024
Cedar-Riverside is one of the seven art districts in Minneapolis.

First-ever cultural art funds awarded to artists across city

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 16, 2024
Como Park’s iconic glass dome Conservatory hosts seasonal plant exhibits and music events.

What’s new at Como Zoo

by Ainsley Brown and Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 10, 2024
Opened in 1989, the HERC burns much of Minneapolis’ and parts of Hennepin County’s waste daily.

City Council members push to close trash incinerator, reduce air pollution

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 9, 2024
Many healthcare professionals said telehealth use has accelerated due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

State officials consider changes to telehealth following statewide study

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 6, 2024
The sensory-friendly rooms are meant for anyone experiencing overstimulation or stress while traveling. Courtesy of Metropolitan Airport Commission

MSP Airport announces sensory-friendly rooms coming in 2028

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 4, 2024
The construction on Fourth Street is expected to end in mid-October, according to Hennepin County.

Construction continues to inconvenience Dinkytown businesses

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 30, 2024
Bats are one of the most common carriers of rabies in Minnesota.

Health experts warn about rabies in Hennepin County

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 26, 2024
Sibley Park is named after General Sibley, who was a leader in the U.S.-Dakota War.

Efforts to rename Sibley Park continue

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 25, 2024
Due to habitat loss and native plant loss, monarch butterflies are disappearing.

Monarch butterfly population decline continues to alarm scientists

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 16, 2024
Welcoming Week’s citizenship and resource fair raised awareness for local immigration resources.

National Welcoming Week celebrates immigrants and refugees

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 15, 2024
Fellow SECIA member Kelly Rogers now lives in Marcy-Holmes as a senior at the University of Minnesota.

Student takeaways from neighborhood association participation

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 15, 2024
Omar has been a U.S. Representative for the 5th District since 2019.

Q&A with congressional incumbent Ilhan Omar

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published August 6, 2024
Samuels served on the Minneapolis City Council from 2003 to 2014 and ran against Ilhan Omar in 2022.

Q&A with Minnesota congressional candidate Don Samuels

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 30, 2024
In January 2022, the Public Health and Safety Committee created a study with recommendations for MPD to improve staffing.

Minneapolis police struggling to retain and recruit officers

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 25, 2024
The greenway would stretch north to south, connecting North and South Minneapolis.

Southside Greenway trail reignites efforts to connect South Minneapolis

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 19, 2024
Many clinics also offer therapy and referrals to other services to help support all aspects of people’s lives.

Pathways to drug addiction recovery around campus

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 15, 2024
The Alliance Française building has a cafe, library, boutique, classrooms and art gallery open to the public.

Alliance Française draws in communities to promote French culture

by Alexandra DeYoe and Mady Leick
Published July 12, 2024
The program would impact commercial and residential buildings vacant for six months or more.

New program aims to reduce number of empty apartments and buildings

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 2, 2024
Minneapolis’ environment and transportation services strive to increase community engagement.

Minneapolis ranked 18th happiest city in the world

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 2, 2024
The freeway between Minneapolis and St. Paul has been criticized since the 1960s.

New pathways open up for the future of I-94

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 2, 2024
A bump stock is a rifle add-on that allows more bullets to be shot in less time.

U.S. Supreme Court overturns bump stock ban

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 26, 2024
Hamline’s Department of Public Safety can be contacted in person, via email or by phone.

Resources for students being stalked around campus

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 23, 2024
The Minneapolis City Council will vote on the contract on June 27.

New MPD contract would give officers pay raise

by Alexandra DeYoe and Ainsley Brown
Published June 21, 2024
The public artwork aims to celebrate Samatar and all immigrants to Minnesota.

Cedar-Riverside artwork honors first Somali-American Minnesota public official

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 19, 2024
Omar cut ties with husband Tim Mynett’s political consultancy after 2020 election.

Lawsuit against Ilhan Omar’s husband threatens her reelection campaign

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 18, 2024
From humble beginnings in 1972, the Twin Cities Pride festival draws in thousands every year.

History of Gay Pride in Minneapolis

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 13, 2024
Some tobacco shops are waiting till the ordinance takes effect to change their prices to $15.

Local smoke shops prepare for $15 cigarettes

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 9, 2024
38th and Chicago has remained a memorial site remembering George Floyd’s death since March 2020.

City plans for George Floyd’s death site making slow progress

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 7, 2024
Minneapolis police car in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on July 7, 2023. Minneapolis Police have struggled to maintain stable and adequate staffing since 2019.

Crime rates around UMN mostly stagnate with some exceptions

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published May 1, 2024
Minneapolis police car in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday July 7, 2023. The CCPO was founded in 2023 to investigate complaints about police officers.

Community Commission on Police Oversight: One year later

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 25, 2024
Robin Wonsley (above) has served on the Minneapolis City Council for the past three years.

Robin Wonsley reflects on tense political relationships, socialist beginnings

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 24, 2024
The bill allocates $10 million to the Increase Teachers of Color Act for scholarships for aspiring teachers of color.

Teachers of Color Act seeks to improve diversity in Minnesota schools

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 10, 2024
Metro Transit bus and Gopher Trip on April 23, 2023.

New bus route to go through Prospect Park, Dinkytown and Marcy-Holmes areas

by Alexandra DeYoe and Chloe Bechard
Published April 9, 2024
Scott’s Yield Giving database has given out donations since 2022.

Mackenzie Scott donates “life-changing” $2 million each to 9 Minnesota nonprofits

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 1, 2024
The Minneapolis City Council plans to reconsider the Fair Rides ordinance on April 11 after Uber and Lyft announced a plan to leave the area on May 1.

With Uber and Lyft gone, the road ahead is unclear

by Alexandra DeYoe, Sam Hill, and Chloe Bechard
Published March 27, 2024
Sen. Sandy Pappas (DFL-St. Paul) visited the University's Crookston campus last summer for bonding tours. Last summer, Pappas visited the University’s Twin Cities campus for bonding tours.

University requests funding to repair Washington Ave. Bridge, Eddy Hall

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 22, 2024
Organizations such as the Minnesota chapter of Moms Demand Action are pushing for the legislature to pass better gun violence prevention laws.

Gun safety activists strive for safer Minnesota

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 20, 2024
Sen. Kari Dziedzic (left) and Sen. Erin Murphy (right). Murphy served on the Minnesota Senate for four years before majority leadership.

Erin Murphy takes over as Senate majority leader

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 13, 2024
Ana Negrete (left) and Teddi Wind (right) at the Feb. 14 march.

Minnesota’s Native community raises awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous people

by Maya Bell and Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 28, 2024
Park Board Commissioner Billy Menz and Council Member Robin Wonsley listen to residents during a Prospect Park community meeting at the Luxton Park Recreation Center on Monday, Feb. 26, 2024. The Prospect Park Association gathered residents and leaders on Tuesday to discuss recent updates and concerns.

Updates to Witch’s Hat Tower, emergency services, Valhalla Clinic in Prospect Park

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 27, 2024
Ilhan Omar being interviewed in her office on Feb. 23, 2024. Omar sat down with The Minnesota Daily to discuss law enforcement, housing, drug addiction and student concerns.

Campaign Q&A with Ilhan Omar

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 25, 2024
Minneapolis police car in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday July 7, 2023. The CCPO was founded in 2023 to investigate complaints about police officers.

Minneapolis has spoken: Independent evaluator chosen for MPD

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 23, 2024
Three of the candidates for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District answer the MN Daily’s questions about their campaigns.

Meet the Minnesota 5th District congressional candidates

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 13, 2024
Protestors at City Hall on Feb. 2, 2024 in support of a ceasefire in Palestine.

Minneapolis City Council overturns Frey’s veto

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 9, 2024
Mowlid Hassan (left) and Abdimalik Shuriye (right) pose at the Somali Student Association spring kickoff event on Jan. 29.

East African students process tensions in East Africa

by Katrina Bailey and Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 7, 2024
The Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The University cited necessary building repairs and lower tuition costs as justification for $45 million at their presentation to the House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee on Thursday and the Senate Higher Education Committee on Tuesday.

What to expect from 2024 MN Legislature

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 6, 2024
Gwyn, Macy, Daniel, and Nora [pictured left to right] brave the sub-zero windchill on an icy afternoon to skate together in Van Cleve park. The park, located just north of Dinkytown in Como, becomes a popular winter activity hub for students and nearby residents each year when the park’s fields are frozen to create a public ice skating rink.

El Niño’s grip on Minnesota continues

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published January 24, 2024
The hall opened for the first time in 20 years.

Cedar-Riverside prepares for Dania Hall open house

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 6, 2023
Students said rising rent costs have created stress for them.

Barriers to youth homelessness in Minneapolis

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 5, 2023
The 3rd Precinct on Lake Street on Tuesday, Feb. 28th.

Minneapolis community envisions new possibilities for Third Precinct

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 21, 2023
Gov. Tim Walz signs the executive order eliminating four-year college degree requirements for state jobs into effect on Oct. 30.

Walz eliminates four-year degree requirements for many state jobs

by Alexandra DeYoe and Alex Lassiter
Published November 17, 2023
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