Quick Hits

• Minneapolis Public Schools unveiled three district "transformation" options that could close at least 14 — and as many as 16 — schools, and families are pushing back hard, with some describing themselves as "in shock."
• The Minneapolis police officer shot in the stomach during the Sept. 2 Shoreline Plaza shooting has been released from the hospital, and MPD has now released bodycam footage of the deadly encounter.
• ICE agent Christian Castro, charged with multiple assaults and accused of lying to investigators about a Minneapolis shooting, has been booked into the Hennepin County Jail and makes his first court appearance Thursday afternoon.
• A new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll shows Minnesota's governor and U.S. Senate races tightening just days before early voting begins in the state.
• The Twins walked off the Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings Wednesday on Victor Caratini's game-ending single.

Minneapolis

School closures dominate the conversation. Minneapolis Public Schools presented three proposals at a meeting that began at 5 p.m. that could shutter 14 or more buildings as the district confronts enrollment and budget challenges. Parents told KSTP they're "in shock" at the scope of the plans, and a companion KSTP report digs into how much the district could actually save — noting that experts say districts should prioritize "revenue optimization" first, particularly in urban districts, before closing schools.

Shoreline Plaza shooting follow-ups. An MPD officer shot in the stomach during the Sept. 2 shooting at the Shoreline Plaza apartment building was released from the hospital this week, about two weeks after the incident. Police also released four bodycam clips showing officers' encounter with the suspect; two people were killed and several others injured, including two officers struck by gunfire.

ICE agent case moves to Hennepin County. Christian Castro, held for months in a Texas jail, is now booked into the Hennepin County Jail ahead of a first court appearance set for Thursday afternoon. He faces multiple assault charges after prosecutors say he misled investigators about a shooting incident.

Speed bump for Waymo. Minneapolis City Council members are proposing an ordinance that would require a human with a valid driver's license in the driver's seat of autonomous vehicles — a direct hurdle to Waymo's driverless car plans for the city.

Fraud and sentencing. KSTP's 5 Investigates examined Minnesota's sentencing guidelines and why fraud cases rarely lead to prison, as the fraud crisis in the state's social services programs remains in the spotlight and state leaders face questions about accountability.

St. Paul

St. Paul police say a 13-year-old who went missing Wednesday has been found safe.

Local Sports

Twins-Yankees marathon. Luke Keaschall went 3-for-5 and scored from second base on Victor Caratini's game-ending single in the 13th inning Wednesday, giving the Twins a 5-4 win over the Yankees. New York star Aaron Judge left the game early with leg tightness. The Yankees took the other matchup between the clubs 8-1, as Max Fried earned his first win since April 27 behind home runs from Cody Bellinger and Spencer Jones that kept New York in the AL East race.

Vikings injuries worth watching. Kyler Murray was well enough to join the Vikings for a limited practice Wednesday as he recovers from a concussion, leaving the door open for his availability, while Mason is out with a broken thumb. Head coach Kevin O'Connell addressed reporters Wednesday ahead of the game against the Bears.

Minnesota Statewide

Races tightening. With early voting in Minnesota set to begin within days, a new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll shows the state's two biggest races — for governor and U.S. Senate — appear to be narrowing.

Northern Minnesota death investigation. The Cass County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a teenager was found shot to death outside a home near John Moose Drive Northwest in Pike Bay Township.

A promise kept. Minnesota conductor Nickolai Podvin fulfilled a years-long dream Saturday night, staging a performance spotlighting Ukraine's significant contributions to classical music after years of work on the project.

A note for neighbors: today's feed didn't include hyperlocal items from Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park — we'll keep an eye out and lead with west metro news as soon as it breaks.