Consumers opened their wallets in August, as Retail Sales rose by 0.6 percent, buoyed by a surge in auto sales and partially offset by a decline in gas prices. Sales for July were also […]

After 28 years with the Minneapolis Police Department, Sergeant Marvin “Boomer” Schumer recently retired from service. During his time with the Department, Sgt. Schumer worked in the 4th and 5th Precincts in Traffic and […]

Published on: Jul 31, 2014 Dear Members: I am writing regarding yesterday’s announcement by Mayor Hodges and Chief Harteau that they are seeking an “independent” investigation regarding the recent arrest of Al Flowers. At this […]

News Release! NFL Gun Lawsuit – Court Rules in Favor of MN Police in Lawsuit Against National Football League.

After more than 26 years with the Minneapolis Police Department, Sergeant Steve Wickelgren has retired from service. He has worked in a variety of areas, including Patrol in the 2nd Precinct, DTC and R&D […]

Sergeant John Holthusen spent 24 years serving the Minneapolis Police Department and has recently retired. He had a busy career, working in the 3rd Precinct in Mids, Dogs, and Property Crimes; in the 4th […]

After 27 years of service to the Minneapolis Police Department, Sergeant Garry Wehr is retiring. During his long career, he served in the 2nd, 4th and 5th Precinct patrols, Narcotics, and Homicide. Sgt. Wehr’s […]

Officer Terri Wieland spent 28 years serving the Minneapolis Police Department, and has recently retired. During her time with the Department, she worked in the 4th and 5th Precincts, in Traffic Enforcement, and as […]

Dear Members: Here’s an update on the contract and Sergeant’s Exam. Contract We have had a few meetings with the City on the contract and we remain optimistic we will reach an agreement on […]