Jeff Hargarten
Data Journalist
Data TeamA Minneapolis native, Hargarten graduated in 2014 from the University of Minnesota School of Journalism and Mass Communication with a professional journalism degree. His past experience includes work for MinnPost, Pioneer Press, News21 and Minnesota Daily.
Latest from Jeff Hargarten
Minneapolis
After bloody stretch, Whittier neighborhood leads Minneapolis in gun violence
The diverse community feels neglected amid a surge of shootings and robberies that has disproportionately affected immigrant residents.
September 28, 2024
News & Politics
Minnesota school test scores are out. Here’s what the newest data show.
This year’s test results follow a legislative call to change how reading is taught, but the training of teachers is a work in progress.
August 29, 2024
Twin Cities
Shooting of 4 children in stolen car raises familiar alarm in Minneapolis
Two of the children ages 11 to 13 suffered serious injuries, including paralysis and concerns over brain swelling.
August 20, 2024
Minneapolis
These Uptown business owners are hoping for a comeback
Years after riots, the once-vibrant Minneapolis destination is still losing businesses amid safety fears and construction headaches. But supporters say Uptown is the “comeback queen” of neighborhoods, and some businesses aren’t going anywhere
August 17, 2024
Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are seeking to expand ShotSpotter. Skeptics want proof it works.
Law enforcement credits the gunshot detection system with reducing response times, aiding investigations and tracking automatic gunfire. Critics claim it’s unreliable and leads to overpolicing.
August 3, 2024
Local
Minnesota’s urban core has boomed. But now momentum is shifting back to the suburbs.
New population estimates show slowed growth for the region and faster growth in farther-out suburbs.
June 15, 2024
Local
Mpls. shooting death adds to rising attacks on law enforcement
As the city mourns officer Jamal Mitchell, police leaders in Minnesota say his shooting is the symptom of a larger threat.
June 1, 2024
Variety
How popular is your name in Minnesota?
Track the popularity of any first name in Minnesota over the past century.
May 22, 2024
Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are seeking to expand ShotSpotter. Skeptics want proof it works.
Law enforcement credits the gunshot detection system with reducing response times, aiding investigations and tracking automatic gunfire. Critics claim it’s unreliable and leads to overpolicing.
August 3, 2024
Local
Minnesota’s urban core has boomed. But now momentum is shifting back to the suburbs.
New population estimates show slowed growth for the region and faster growth in farther-out suburbs.
June 15, 2024
Local
Mpls. shooting death adds to rising attacks on law enforcement
As the city mourns officer Jamal Mitchell, police leaders in Minnesota say his shooting is the symptom of a larger threat.
June 1, 2024
Variety
How popular is your name in Minnesota?
Track the popularity of any first name in Minnesota over the past century.
May 22, 2024