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St. Paul Mayor Her investigation: Council declines comment as investigation continues
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Josh Skluzacek , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the investigation and the city council's response are available from 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, including comments from other council members who have spoken out on the issue.
An investigation into St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is underway, with the city council being pressed for answers. Three council members have released statements regarding the serious allegations, but have chosen to respect the ongoing investigation.
The investigation has been ongoing since April, and some council members have expressed frustration with the lack of transparency. Council President Rebecca Noecker declined to comment on the matter when asked. Further details on the investigation and the city council's response are available from 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, including comments from other council members who have spoken out on the issue.
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Category: government Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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