Minneapolis City Council Review Exposes Communication Failings During Federal Operation on East Lake Street
An after-action review initiated by Minneapolis City Council members, including Ward 9's Jason Chavez, has cast a critical light on the failings of local leadership to effectively communicate during a federal operation in the city. As reported by Chavez in a Facebook post, this review underscores the gaps left by...
Judge orders mediation between Minneapolis and businesses suing city over its handling of George...
MINNEAPOLIS - A judge has ordered Minneapolis to come to the table and attempt to settle a lawsuit filed by eight business owners in the south Minneapolis neighborhood where police killed George Floyd in 2020. The business owners sued the city for $49 million in damages over its handling of...
Birthday celebration planned at Mall of America as the attraction turns 33
The Mall of America in Bloomington- one of the most famous places in Minnesota - is getting ready for a big celebration this week, as the iconic landmark celebrates its 33rd year - and continues to grow.
Eden Prairie Police Ramp Up Patrols During “100 Deadliest Days” to Curb Traffic Violations
Summer in Eden Prairie brings with it a surge in law enforcement vigilance, as officers gear up to combat the rising tide of traffic violations during what's known as the "100 deadliest days." A recent patrol by Officer Chad Streiff highlighted the ongoing issue, as reported by the Minnesota Department of Public...
1 killed in Minneapolis stabbing Saturday morning; no arrests made
According to the police, officers were called to the 1000 block of 14th Street East for an apparent stabbing around 12:44 a.m.
Motorcycle crash on I-35W temporarily slows northbound traffic in Minneapolis
A crash, which appeared to involve multiple vehicles, caused a traffic backup in Minneapolis on Saturday afternoon.
Minnesota woman opens dream bakery after leaving the corporate world
One Minnesota woman left the corporate world to run her own bakery in Saint Paul's Lowertown.
Residents win $30 million settlement following health issues cause by factory: ‘Extremely dangerous’
"The company's at fault, but the state is too." Residents win $30 million settlement following health issues cause by factory: 'Extremely dangerous' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Missing: Hanna Gena Don, 32, last seen in Brooklyn Park
Police in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, have put out an endangered missing person alert for 32-year-old Hanna Gena Don.
Coon Rapids Offers Free Social Services to Residents in Need at Local Library Event
Residents of Coon Rapids grappling with personal challenges ranging from mental health crises to homelessness will soon have an opportunity to seek guidance and support at no cost. The city has announced that Lori Halbur, a social worker associated with the Coon Rapids Police Department, will be available to the...
