MPS’s $21M Accounting Mistake. Plus, the Future of MN Weed

City Cast Twin Cities · May 7, 2026 · 37m

Minneapolis Public Schools mysteriously "found" $21 million during a $50 million budget crisis, but deeper financial chaos reveals years of mismanagement, missing healthcare funds, and IRS penalties. We explore the district's struggles with federal cannabis regulations threatening local hemp businesses, and highlight the upcoming Riot Mom Art and Self Care Festival on St. Paul's West Side.

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⁠⁠⁠⁠Riot Mom Art & Self Care Fest⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Backpocket Vintage⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Budget update: Special education revenue⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Minneapolis Public Schools)…