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Calls for Accountability After Domestic Violence Killings in Minneapolis

"Black and brown women are often not seen as victims." They are "less likely to be believed, less likely to be protected, and more likely to be blamed for their abuse."

Immigrant Rights Activists Rally at City Hall in Minneapolis

MIRAC’s contingent of 11 protesters entered Frey’s office on October 28 with hundreds of additional petition signatures and a list of specific actions the mayor could take immediately to make Minneapolis residents safer from ICE, in the form of a mayoral resolution.

RESOURCE: Food Shelf Guide

Minnesota Women’s Press put together a quick guide to resources for those needing food shelf access, as well as tips from a community member about what donations are welcome.

South Minneapolis Neighborhood Chronicles the Trauma and Hope for Its Unique Space

A South Minneapolis neighborhood has created a newspaper to share the stories of place; specifically, the area around the former Third Precinct site, connected with the history of George Floyd's 2020 murder by police in that neighborhood.

RESOURCE: Extreme Risk Protection Orders, what it does and who it might be for

The Hennepin County attorney's office has created a toolkit to help people understand the value of Extreme Risk Protection Orders, and the warning signs that might require it.

RESOURCE: Talking Points About Guns

"People talk about their right to own these weapons. Well, I would argue that those kids at Annunciation have a right to go to church and not be shot at." If you want to understand some of the data, and viewpoints from those engaged in public safety, we have compiled a few news items here.

School Mapping Used as Emergency Response Tool

Once the maps are set, school officials can share them with local law enforcement. This allows first responders to pinpoint the exact source of an emergency call in the building. 

PHOTO GALLERY: No Kings Rally

A few images from the 1.2 miles of marchers at the downtown Minneapolis No Kings rally on October 18, 2025

Part 4: Mayoral Candidates Talk About Negligent Landlords

Question asked of mayoral candidates: "Investment Property Group, a California-based corporation, is profiting from Section 8 and low-income housing tax credits while neglecting the maintenance. We delivered a letter to management asking them to recognize our union and come to the table to discuss our needs. Instead, they called the police on us, pepper sprayed one of our members, and have started sending eviction notices."

VIOLENCE PREVENTION: The Impact and Ecosystem of Domestic Violence in Minnesota

Every year Violence Free Minnesota shares on October 1 — as Domestic Violence Awareness month begins — a snapshot of how Minnesota communities have been impacted by domestic violence, naming the victims of the previous year. The following are snapshots from the 76-page 2024 Homicide Report, released today.

Part 1: Next Steps in Gun Violence Protection

“I got here by being pissed off about what was happening, and wanting to do something about it, and organizing people who are ready to do the same. That is how things are gonna change.”