Josh Martin
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Local political nerd in Minneapolis.
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I got home from the hospital today to find this waiting for me!
Thank you again, District 4! This is a community win and I’m excited to work for you in 2026 and beyond.
Thank you again, District 4! This is a community win and I’m excited to work for you in 2026 and beyond.
November 25, 2025 at 9:33 PM
I got home from the hospital today to find this waiting for me!
Thank you again, District 4! This is a community win and I’m excited to work for you in 2026 and beyond.
Thank you again, District 4! This is a community win and I’m excited to work for you in 2026 and beyond.
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For the second time in a week, a federal law enforcement operation drew protesters in St. Paul on Tuesday. The latest operation happened on the 600 block of Rose Street East — a residential area in the city’s Payne-Phalen neighborhood.
Another federal agent operation in St. Paul draws large crowds of protesters
There was no immediate confirmation about the nature of the operation, but an MPR News photographer captured images of federal agents on the scene, including at least three from Homeland Security Inve...
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November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM
For the second time in a week, a federal law enforcement operation drew protesters in St. Paul on Tuesday. The latest operation happened on the 600 block of Rose Street East — a residential area in the city’s Payne-Phalen neighborhood.
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A large gathering of protesters converged midday Tuesday on a residential stretch on Maryland Avenue in St. Paul, where they suspected an immigration enforcement action was underway.
Protesters clash with agents, police during apparent federal raid in St. Paul
The confrontation unfolded on Maryland Avenue on the city’s East Side.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:45 PM
A large gathering of protesters converged midday Tuesday on a residential stretch on Maryland Avenue in St. Paul, where they suspected an immigration enforcement action was underway.
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After the sudden end to asylum protections, some of the Karen community risk being sent back to a country ruled by a military dictatorship.
Trump administration ends protections for Myanmar refugees, affecting Minnesota’s Karen residents
After the sudden end to asylum protections, some of the Karen community risk being sent back to a country ruled by a military dictatorship.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:51 AM
After the sudden end to asylum protections, some of the Karen community risk being sent back to a country ruled by a military dictatorship.
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“We do not blame the lawlessness of an individual on a whole community,” said U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, referring to a slew of Minnesota human services fraud cases, many of which involved Somali-Americans charged with bilking hundreds of thousands of dollars from government programs.
Minnesota DFL leaders respond to Trump’s attacks on Somali Minnesotans • Minnesota Reformer
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and other Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor leaders denounced President Donald Trump and Republicans’ recent attacks on Minnesota’s Somali-American community at the State Capitol ...
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November 24, 2025 at 10:37 PM
“We do not blame the lawlessness of an individual on a whole community,” said U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, referring to a slew of Minnesota human services fraud cases, many of which involved Somali-Americans charged with bilking hundreds of thousands of dollars from government programs.
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Publicly and privately, a number of Democrats are questioning whether Walz’s attempt to become the first Minnesota governor to win three consecutive four-year terms could endanger their party’s hold on the office.
Gov. Tim Walz’s bid for third term puts some Democrats on edge
Walz’s declining support outside the Twin Cities is a point of concern within the party, as are the fraud cases that have unfolded during his tenure.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Publicly and privately, a number of Democrats are questioning whether Walz’s attempt to become the first Minnesota governor to win three consecutive four-year terms could endanger their party’s hold on the office.
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Newcome criticized the current political system, cited his father's political career as a Minnesota state lawmaker, highlighted his personal investment into his campaign and spoke about his stance on gun control.
'It's a moonshot': Third-party candidate makes his case for governor
Mike Newcome, a third-party candidate with the Forward Independence Party, talked with MPR News host Clay Masters about his 2026 gubernatorial campaign.
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November 22, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Newcome criticized the current political system, cited his father's political career as a Minnesota state lawmaker, highlighted his personal investment into his campaign and spoke about his stance on gun control.
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More than five years after George Floyd's killing, the Minneapolis council is still struggling to find a shared vision forward. Community groups will offer their plans next month. And the council has possibly revived a mixed-use plan right as their term ends. share.google/q3lEqJhJjdR2...
Minneapolis City Council revives debate over future of George Floyd Square
Minneapolis City Council members revive a stalled plan for redeveloping George Floyd Square, setting a Dec. 11 vote.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:04 PM
More than five years after George Floyd's killing, the Minneapolis council is still struggling to find a shared vision forward. Community groups will offer their plans next month. And the council has possibly revived a mixed-use plan right as their term ends. share.google/q3lEqJhJjdR2...
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For special election and St. Paul news watchers — last night, 6 candidates running in the 12/16 special primary to replace Mayor-Elect Her came to the SD64 DFL meeting to give their pitch. They are:
Carolyn Will
Beth Fraser
Matt Hill
Lois Quam
Dan McGrath
Meg Luger-Nikolai
Carolyn Will
Beth Fraser
Matt Hill
Lois Quam
Dan McGrath
Meg Luger-Nikolai
November 21, 2025 at 1:12 PM
For special election and St. Paul news watchers — last night, 6 candidates running in the 12/16 special primary to replace Mayor-Elect Her came to the SD64 DFL meeting to give their pitch. They are:
Carolyn Will
Beth Fraser
Matt Hill
Lois Quam
Dan McGrath
Meg Luger-Nikolai
Carolyn Will
Beth Fraser
Matt Hill
Lois Quam
Dan McGrath
Meg Luger-Nikolai
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Hey Minnesota - precinct caucuses are just around the corner! This is the best chance to make your voice heard and choose who you want fighting for you in the US Senate.
You can join Team Peggy and commit to caucus on February 3rd here: act.peggyflanagan.com/survey/volun...
You can join Team Peggy and commit to caucus on February 3rd here: act.peggyflanagan.com/survey/volun...
November 21, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Hey Minnesota - precinct caucuses are just around the corner! This is the best chance to make your voice heard and choose who you want fighting for you in the US Senate.
You can join Team Peggy and commit to caucus on February 3rd here: act.peggyflanagan.com/survey/volun...
You can join Team Peggy and commit to caucus on February 3rd here: act.peggyflanagan.com/survey/volun...
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The civil suit filed by Leneal Frazier's family alleged that then-officer Brian Cummings had a history of reckless pursuits that the department failed to discipline him for.
Minneapolis City Council approves $475,000 settlement with family of man killed in 2021 MPD crash
The civil suit filed by Frazier's family alleged that Cummings had a history of reckless pursuits that the department failed to discipline him for.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:47 AM
The civil suit filed by Leneal Frazier's family alleged that then-officer Brian Cummings had a history of reckless pursuits that the department failed to discipline him for.
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The city of Minneapolis is settling a lawsuit with the family of Leneal Frazier, a 40-year-old man who was killed when a speeding Minneapolis police car collided with him in 2021.
Minneapolis council OKs $475,000 settlement of lawsuit over fatal collision with speeding officer
Leneal Frazier died after his SUV was broadsided by a speeding Minneapolis police officer in 2021.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:01 AM
The city of Minneapolis is settling a lawsuit with the family of Leneal Frazier, a 40-year-old man who was killed when a speeding Minneapolis police car collided with him in 2021.
The Minneapolis Divided Vote Tracker is updated to include votes from the latest council cycle.
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Minneapolis Divided Vote Tracker - 24-25
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November 20, 2025 at 10:31 PM
The Minneapolis Divided Vote Tracker is updated to include votes from the latest council cycle.
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The City Council met today at 9:30 AM. 🧵
TLDR: The council adopted a Historic Preservation ordinance, approved a $475,000 settlement for the family of Leneal Frazier, and scheduled future votes on a humane encampment response ordinance and the layout for George Floyd Square.
TLDR: The council adopted a Historic Preservation ordinance, approved a $475,000 settlement for the family of Leneal Frazier, and scheduled future votes on a humane encampment response ordinance and the layout for George Floyd Square.
November 20, 2025 at 9:45 PM
The City Council met today at 9:30 AM. 🧵
TLDR: The council adopted a Historic Preservation ordinance, approved a $475,000 settlement for the family of Leneal Frazier, and scheduled future votes on a humane encampment response ordinance and the layout for George Floyd Square.
TLDR: The council adopted a Historic Preservation ordinance, approved a $475,000 settlement for the family of Leneal Frazier, and scheduled future votes on a humane encampment response ordinance and the layout for George Floyd Square.
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omar fateh for angela conley at her campaign kickoff
November 20, 2025 at 2:41 AM
omar fateh for angela conley at her campaign kickoff
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angela conley last night: “it is astounding that highest level of government has chosen to fight against what i have an obligation to provide. i have boxing gloves. i have air force ones. i am ready. you want to take food out of my constituents’ mouth? you’re gonna have to go through me.”
November 20, 2025 at 4:13 PM
angela conley last night: “it is astounding that highest level of government has chosen to fight against what i have an obligation to provide. i have boxing gloves. i have air force ones. i am ready. you want to take food out of my constituents’ mouth? you’re gonna have to go through me.”
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Saint Paul, here’s your one-stop-shop for all things special election in 64A:
www.sd64dfl.org/64a-special-...
Once campaign websites are shared with us we will update with declared candidates. If you live in the district, hear from 4 of them tonight at our 7pm meeting @ Davanni’s on Cleveland
www.sd64dfl.org/64a-special-...
Once campaign websites are shared with us we will update with declared candidates. If you live in the district, hear from 4 of them tonight at our 7pm meeting @ Davanni’s on Cleveland
64A Special Election — SD64 DFL
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November 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Saint Paul, here’s your one-stop-shop for all things special election in 64A:
www.sd64dfl.org/64a-special-...
Once campaign websites are shared with us we will update with declared candidates. If you live in the district, hear from 4 of them tonight at our 7pm meeting @ Davanni’s on Cleveland
www.sd64dfl.org/64a-special-...
Once campaign websites are shared with us we will update with declared candidates. If you live in the district, hear from 4 of them tonight at our 7pm meeting @ Davanni’s on Cleveland
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Stonewall DFL’s 2026 Endorsement Interest Form is LIVE! Candidates running for federal, state, or local office in Minnesota and who align with the DFL are encouraged to fill out the form linked below:
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2026 Stonewall DFL Endorsement Interest Form
Thank you for your interest in Stonewall DFL's endorsement. Please fill out this form to indicate your interest for endorsement of the Stonewall DFL community caucus for the 2026 electoral cycle.
The...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Stonewall DFL’s 2026 Endorsement Interest Form is LIVE! Candidates running for federal, state, or local office in Minnesota and who align with the DFL are encouraged to fill out the form linked below:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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To a city wonk, these moves to make more money without loading the average resident with higher property taxes are called “diversifying your revenue.” www.minnpost.com/metro/2025/1...
Minneapolis tax board has big ideas for lowering property taxes - MinnPost
If Minneapolitans want to know if property taxes stand a chance of coming down in future years, they should pay attention to the board.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:34 PM
To a city wonk, these moves to make more money without loading the average resident with higher property taxes are called “diversifying your revenue.” www.minnpost.com/metro/2025/1...
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"A lack of public seating disproportionately impacts older adults and people with disabilities, who may need more frequent rest as they navigate the city," Elizabeth Abramson writes.
Opinion | A vibrant downtown needs places for people to sit
A lack of public seating disproportionately impacts older adults and people with disabilities, who may need more frequent rest as they navigate the city, Elizabeth Abramson writes.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
"A lack of public seating disproportionately impacts older adults and people with disabilities, who may need more frequent rest as they navigate the city," Elizabeth Abramson writes.
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Join us tomorrow for election chat and community!
Join us at 7pm Thursday, 11/20, at Nico's Taco Bar for a post-election debrief.
We’ll reflect on the election results together, process the wins and the losses, and dig into what’s ahead.
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We’ll reflect on the election results together, process the wins and the losses, and dig into what’s ahead.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/what-comes...
November 19, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Join us tomorrow for election chat and community!
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Transportation non-profit Move Minneapolis has a half million in grant funding frozen in fallout related to the wide-ranging Jonathan Weinhagen scam (not to be confused with the totally unrelated org Move Minnesota).
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Met Council audit reveals 'questionable' spending of federal grant money by nonprofit
The results of a Metropolitan Council audit presented before the Audit Committee on Tuesday put former Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO Jonathan Weinhagen back in the spotlight, revealing…
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November 19, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Transportation non-profit Move Minneapolis has a half million in grant funding frozen in fallout related to the wide-ranging Jonathan Weinhagen scam (not to be confused with the totally unrelated org Move Minnesota).
kstp.com/kstp-news/to...
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Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy said there is additional public pressure to add restrictions on guns. That comes after the shooting death of a House DFL leader and wounding of a state senator and the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church that left two children dead.
Minn. Senate leader can’t imagine ‘26 session ending ‘without taking a vote’ on gun restrictions
Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy says the Senate is expected to take a vote on proposals to ban assault-style weapons and add firearm restrictions next year.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy said there is additional public pressure to add restrictions on guns. That comes after the shooting death of a House DFL leader and wounding of a state senator and the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church that left two children dead.
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Federal agents from ICE, DEA and the FBI raided a St. Paul paper distributor Tuesday morning. Hundreds of community members responded in protest, clashing with officers. At least two people were detained by authorities, according to a witness.
Dozens of federal agents raid St. Paul business, sparking protest • Minnesota Reformer
Dozens of federal agents surrounded the St. Paul headquarters of paper distributor Bro-Tex on Tuesday morning and were quickly met by a couple hundred protesters. The agents wore uniforms marked with ...
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November 18, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Federal agents from ICE, DEA and the FBI raided a St. Paul paper distributor Tuesday morning. Hundreds of community members responded in protest, clashing with officers. At least two people were detained by authorities, according to a witness.
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Federal agents wearing clothing marked “FBI” and “DEA” were seen at Bro-Tex Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of cloth and paper wipes. It was not immediately clear what prompted the operation.
Federal law enforcement operation draws protests in St. Paul
A federal law enforcement presence at a St. Paul manufacturer prompted a large response by observers and protesters on Tuesday morning.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Federal agents wearing clothing marked “FBI” and “DEA” were seen at Bro-Tex Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of cloth and paper wipes. It was not immediately clear what prompted the operation.