Eric Roper

Reporter | Minneapolis
Phone: 612-673-1732
Eric Roper covers the city of Minneapolis with a focus on City Hall. He previously covered the Minnesota Legislature at the Capitol and the state’s congressional delegation at the paper’s Washington bureau.

Recent content from Eric Roper

Surly narrows list of brewery sites

Options include two Minneapolis locations, one in Brooklyn Center and one mysterious "inner suburban" location.

Updated: June 20, 2012, - 12:11 AM

Minneapolis City Council's Schiff: 'Not one to sit on a fence’

The outspoken 9th Ward representative, who has emerged as a leading critic of Mayor R.T. Rybak, is considering a run for his former ally's job.

Updated: June 19, 2012, - 11:06 AM

Mild winds stressed Sabo Bridge, cables

Analysis faults design of vulnerable Sabo Bridge cables.

Updated: June 08, 2012, - 11:47 PM

Stadium gives Minneapolis Armory time to shine

Owner of the historic building syncs his plans for $16M in renovations with new Vikings stadium nearby.

Updated: June 06, 2012, - 06:44 AM

Foreclosure protest puts Minneapolis officials in tight spot

Demonstrators said they'll be back, despite repeated ousters. Owners moved two months ago.

Updated: May 31, 2012, - 11:10 PM

Firm tied to 35W bridge still getting Mpls. contracts

The firm tied to the 35W bridge has recently received $9 million.

Updated: May 30, 2012, - 07:40 PM

Anti-Vikings stadium crowd silent

The once organized, unwavering bloc stood in relative silence as the Minneapolis City Council approved the Vikings' new home.

Updated: May 29, 2012, - 11:05 AM

Target Center a winner in Vikings stadium deal

City will now negotiate with the Timberwolves and other private interests over $135 million renovation of the 22-year-old building.

Updated: May 26, 2012, - 06:02 PM

Vikings stadium clears final hurdle

The 7-6 vote represents a political victory for Minneapolis mayor. A foe called it a huge corporate subsidy.

Updated: May 25, 2012, - 09:36 AM

Stadium deal foes rally before Minneapolis vote

Minneapolis City Council is expected to give final approval on Friday.

Updated: May 24, 2012, - 11:52 AM

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