Frustration over delays for George Floyd Square plan

The future of George Floyd Square remains uncertain nearly five years after Floyd’s death. Minneapolis City Council members voted not to move forward with the city’s recommended flexible-open plan. Some fear this delay could add another year or more to seeing tangible progress.

Moving violence prevention funding sparks concern [RAW]

Minneapolis public safety commissioner Toddrick Barnette discusses the city council's proposal to temporarily transfer the GVI and YGVI programs and funding from the city to Hennepin County. He says he was "blindsided" by the announcement.

Minneapolis council members on violence prevention funding [RAW]

Minneapolis City Council members hold a press conference Monday regarding the proposal to move some of the city's violence prevention funding to Hennepin County. The proposal will be discussed during the city council budget committee hearing on Monday afternoon.

Mpls mayor presses council on George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is pushing council members to decide on a plan for the future of George Floyd Square. A makeshift memorial has stood at the intersection of 38th and Chicago for nearly five years, as the city debates the future of the site.